Choosing a Hair Loss Doctor
Due to the prevalence of hair loss all over the world,
hair medicine has become a much sought after branch of medical science.
Hair restoration for one is one of
the biggest aspects of cosmetic surgery. There
are so many doctors now in the field of hair science that it might be
difficult to choose the right one for you. It might also be very confusing
and tempting because of the all the marketing schemes plastered everywhere.
Well, there are some tips to help
guide you on your quest for a good doctor.
Going through the Internet will give you a good idea of
the who’s who in the hair med world, but if you already have a doctor in
mind or if one was suggested by a friend, you can check a few things.
It will be good to know what kind of
education the doctor received. Graduating
from an excellent school is a good sign, but it isn’t everything, either.
You should also check for any
additional conferences and seminars that the doctor has attended.
An up to date physician displays
passion for the field he works in. It
shows commitment and a sign that the doctor is more than knowledgeable.
If he is a part of an organization
like FACS or
If surgery becomes necessary, then the training of your
prospective surgeon is only half of your worry.
The doctor must also be experienced
with the type of hair restoration procedure you want.
Testimonials from friends and other
patients will give you an idea of how skilled the physician is.
How the long the clinic has been
around also shows that many patients have done business with said doctor.
Looking at before and after pictures
is also highly recommended. Seeing
for yourself the results of the doctor’s patients should either set you at
ease, or raise an alarm. If you like
what you see, there shouldn’t be a problem with the result.
Speaking of liking what you see though, that whole
expression ‘the devil’s in the details’ really counts.
If you spot that the clinic is
unkempt, this might be a sign of hard times due to shoddy workmanship.
Of course, it would be unfair to
assume this right away, so ask around and find out if your suspicions are
correct. Finally, cost shouldn’t be
too much of a factor. In the field of
medicine, you normally get what you pay for.
Getting a “great deal” from a young inexperienced doctor might be
something you will regret later on. It
would be good however, to make sure you will get the price you agreed upon.
Sometimes clinics have hidden costs
that surprise you; make sure this doesn’t happen.
In the end, a good hair doctor will
most likely perform a flawless surgery. We
don’t want those grafts to be noticeable now, do we?
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