Hair transplants are generally a permanent solution for hair loss. The transplanted hair follicles come from a donor area genetically resistant to balding, so the hair keeps growing over time. Factors like procedure aftercare and lifestyle habits will contribute to the longevity of a transplant.

Most people don't feel pain during a hair transplant because local anesthesia is used to numb the area. In fact, many patients feel so relaxed that they sometimes fall asleep during the procedure. Mild discomfort can take place in the hours and days after a transplant, but those can be managed with over-the-counter pain medication.

The exact cost of a hair transplant varies, depending on the clinic and country you choose for your procedure. In the United States, the price can range anywhere from $4,000 to $15,000, depending on the method of hair removal and the number of grafts needed.

There isn't one "best" age for a hair transplant. People of many ages get hair transplants, from under 30 to over 60 or even 70. Most people who choose to get a hair transplant are between 30 and 40. It just depends on your individual hair loss and goals.

Yes, you can continue to experience hair loss and even go bald in areas not covered by the transplant. The actual transplant does not stop the underlying cause of hair loss such as aging and genetics. Taking prescription medications such as Finasteride can help maintain or slow down hair loss.

Scarring depends on the type of hair transplant you choose. A follicular unit transplant (FUT) removes a strip of skin with hair from the back of the head, leaving a linear scar. However, choosing a follicular unit excision (FUE) transplant will not result in a large linear scar. Most patients prefer the natural results an FUE procedure provides, which is why Athens offers this faster-healing, patient-friendly approach to permanent hair restoration.

No, you don't always have to shave your head for a hair transplant. While many procedures require a shaved head, a no-shave FUE option is available. This is where a small area of hair is removed from the donor area, allowing patients to maintain their normal hair length during the procedure.