Are Hair Transplants the right Hair Loss Solution for you?
Replique clinics in Sydney and Brisbane specialise in practical, proven hair loss solutions, including men’s hairpieces and hair patches.
Each month, we conduct dozens of consultations, and in some cases, we advise potential clients that a hair system may not be the right option for them and that a hair transplant could be worth considering instead.
We take pride in being open and honest with our clients, which is why we don’t offer intangible treatments such as laser therapy or PRP. We’re regularly approached by sales representatives promoting the latest hair loss technologies, but if we can’t confidently guarantee a visible transformation, we choose not to offer the service.
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Replique has been supporting men with hair loss since 2016, and unfortunately, we’ve seen many cases where sparse or unsuccessful hair transplants had to be shaved to allow a hair system to be fitted properly, after clients were left disappointed with the level of coverage they achieved from surgery.
Over the past five years, we’ve seen a shift in hair transplant techniques, moving away from traditional strip-scar surgery toward FUE, or Follicular Unit Extraction. In the past, strip surgery often left clients with a long, pencil-shaped scar across the back of the scalp. FUE represents a significant improvement, as it involves selectively harvesting individual follicles rather than removing a strip of skin.
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It’s important for clients to understand that a hair transplant doesn’t create new hair. The procedure simply redistributes existing follicles from one area of the scalp to another.
A young man who came in for a consultation last week still had most of his hair, with only a receding hairline. He had no thinning at the crown and, importantly, strong, healthy donor hair.
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He was surprised when I told him I wouldn’t recommend a hairpiece, but my priority is always the best long-term outcome for both clients and potential clients. I did suggest that he consider hair loss medication if his thinning progresses and advised him to discuss this with his GP, as there can be side effects.
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Many men who visit us have advanced male pattern baldness and ask whether a hair transplant is the right solution. I explain that we typically start with around 100,000 hairs, and with male pattern baldness, between 30,000 and 50,000 are lost. A hair transplant simply redistributes existing hair—it doesn’t restore a full head of hair.
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For some individuals, like the young man who came in last week, a hair transplant can be an excellent option.
