I am wanting to start coloring my hair. If I color my hair, can I still get a hair transplant? Do I have to stop coloring my hair before or after the hair transplant? – Todd
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Todd,
It is okay to color your hair. It will not affect your ability to receive a hair transplant. I advise my patients that they are able to color their hair up to the day before their surgery. The bigger concern is after surgery. Because the scalp is more sensitive immediately after the procedure and during the healing process, I advise my patients to wait at least 4 weeks after their procedure before they color their hair. This minimizes the chances of developing irritation from the chemicals in the hair dye as well as allowing plenty of time for the scalp to heal completely.
Sincerely,
Paul McAndrews, MD
Member, International Alliance of Hair Restoration Surgeons
Member, American Hair Loss Association
Paul J. McAndrews, MD Paul J. McAndrews, M.D. is a Clinical Instructor of Dermatology at the USC School of Medicine, teaching the residents the latest advances in hair loss and transplantations. Dr. McAndrews also lectures extensively to other physicians throughout the United States on the etiology and treatment of hair loss. Dr. McAndrews has a private practice located in both Pasadena and Beverly Hills, CA. Unlike most hair transplant surgeons, Dr. McAndrews was formally trained in a residency on hair transplants and the pathophysiology of hair loss. Dr. McAndrews formally learned the art of hair restorations during his dermatology residency at the distinguished USC/LAC Medical Center. He was honored with the distinction of Chief Resident. He also received years of professional training under the mentorship of Dr. M.B. Corbett, who is known as one of the early "pioneers in the field of hair restorations". In 1996, Dr. Corbett asked Dr. McAndrews to join him as a partner in his practice. Dr. McAndrews has since taken over Dr. Corbett's practice that was limited to the field of hair restorations. Dr. McAndrews is the senior medical advisor of the International Alliance of Hair Restoration Surgeons and recommended by the American Hair Loss Association. Visit Dr. McAndrew's Website: www.hairgrowthdoctor.com
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