A hair transplant is a surgical procedure that involves moving hair follicles typically from the back and sides of the scalp to areas of hair loss. The procedure itself is usually straight forward and is minimally invasive. Detailed post operative instructions are provided following surgery that patients are encouraged to follow to ensure best results.
Hair transplantation is not a new surgical procedure although its sophistication has greatly progressed over time. Below is a brief overview of the history of hair transplantation. Menahem Hodara (1869 − 1926) an Ottoman dermatologist, is thought to be the first to carry out this procedure. Although he is also acclaimed internationally for a number
Updated: April 2024 “How soon can I play golf after a hair transplant?” It’s a commonly asked question from our golfing patients. At HRBR, we carry out hair transplants on many golfers every year both amateur and professional. The majority attend during the winter months when the golf season slows a little. How soon you
Questions to ask your hair transplant surgeon When choosing a surgeon for hair transplant surgery, there are important factors to be taken into consideration. Hair transplant procedures are unregulated in many countries, including Ireland. The results of a good hair transplant can be life changing; unfortunately the results of a poorly executed hair transplant