Hair Transplant Myths Busted: What You Need to Know Before Considering the Procedure

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Myth: The results look fake. Truth: Modern techniques deliver very natural-looking hairlines.

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Myth: It’s a painful procedure. Truth: Thanks to local anesthesia, most patients feel little to no pain.

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Myth: Hair transplants give instant results. Truth: New hair growth usually starts after 3–4 months and improves over a year.

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Myth: You can use someone else’s hair. Truth: Only your own hair can be transplanted to avoid rejection.

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Myth: Transplanted hair requires special maintenance. Truth: Once healed, transplanted hair is treated just like natural hair.

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Myth: Hair transplants are only for the elderly. Truth: Many younger adults with early hair loss opt for the procedure.

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Myth: One session is enough. Truth: Some cases may need multiple sessions for the best results.

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