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Do I Need to Shave My Head for a Hair Transplant? Video

Do I Need to Shave My Head for a Hair Transplant?

Whether you need to shave your head for a hair transplant depends on the technique being performed, your individual hair characteristics, the number of grafts required, and your specific restoration goals. While some procedures involve shaving the donor or recipient areas, certain advanced approaches may allow for less visible preparation.

Why Is Hair Sometimes Shaved?

  • Allows the surgical team to clearly visualize and prepare the treatment areas.
  • Helps with precise graft extraction and placement.
  • Allows easier management of transplanted follicles during the procedure.
  • Supports accurate surgical planning.

Are There No-Shave Hair Transplant Options?

Some patients may qualify for procedures that minimize shaving requirements. The appropriate approach depends on your hair loss pattern, donor area, procedure goals, and the technique selected by your surgeon.

What Should I Expect During Consultation?

During your consultation, Dr. Brett Bolton will evaluate your hair loss, discuss your goals, and explain whether a shaved or minimally shaved approach is appropriate for your individual case.

With more than 10,000+ Hair Restoration Procedures performed and approximately 75% Corrective Hair Transplant Cases, Dr. Brett Bolton develops customized treatment plans designed around each patient's needs.

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As a fellow doctor I have to commend Dr. Brett Bolton and his staff for giving me such an excellent experience! I was very impressed with the friendly professionalism at Great Hair Transplants. Josh E ... As a fellow doctor I have to commend Dr. Brett Bolton and his staff for giving me such an excellent experience! I was very impressed with the friendly professionalism at Great Hair Transplants. Josh Engoren the patient educator was great through the entire process. He explained everything in precise detail prior to my procedures including all surgical elements, expectations, and follow up care. Dr. Brett Bolton was friendly, professional and knowledgeable. His work is exceptional! I recommend this office highly. Read More →
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Hairtransplantsociety Review • December 2013
★★★★★
After two years of searching for the best hair transplant surgeon I came across Dr. Brett Bolton's website where I was really impressed with the results he had, after comparing all the options I had I ... After two years of searching for the best hair transplant surgeon I came across Dr. Brett Bolton's website where I was really impressed with the results he had, after comparing all the options I had I was convince that he is the Dr. who would give me the results and density I am looking for. I am now 3 and a half months post op, I am really pleased with the results, the hair is sprouting and it seems like I would have a full head of hair in no time! I encourage everyone to check his website our and schedule a consultation because I am sure you won't regret it! Read More →
Jamil
Hairtransplantsociety Review • January 2014
★★★★★
I was very apprehensive at first, but decided to go in for a consultation anyways. I then decided to go forth with the hair transplant, and i am so glad i took the leap and decided to go through with ... I was very apprehensive at first, but decided to go in for a consultation anyways. I then decided to go forth with the hair transplant, and i am so glad i took the leap and decided to go through with it. I am absolutely happy with my results! Read More →
Tj
Hairtransplantsociety Review • December 2013
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Ok so I’m 72. Was totally bald in 2006 picture in middle below when I saw Wade Boggs result with a Dr levitt and I contacted that practice and met with salesman Josh Engoren who had several successful ... Ok so I’m 72. Was totally bald in 2006 picture in middle below when I saw Wade Boggs result with a Dr levitt and I contacted that practice and met with salesman Josh Engoren who had several successful procedures himself then. So picture on right was one year later 2007 and result of first transplant and so I went back thru Josh and had another procedure. . It lasted 18 years and in 2023 I contexts Josh Engoren and had a procedure with Brett Bolton. And that’s the pic on left. I’m going back Wednesday at 72 for one final procedure to get fuller look and have become totally comfortable with this 3-5 hour same stay surgery and well hitting more homeruns with the ladies than ever. They fight over you. lol. Thanks Josh and Brett Read More →
William
Google Review • January 2026
★★★★★
This is my second procedure with Dr. Bolton. Hands-down he is the best!!! Michael and the staff were phenomenal! Michael even picked me up from the hotel the morning of surgery. Amazing Experience!
Scott
Google Review • May 2023
★★★★★
I have undergone two transplants with Dr. Brett Bolton, the first in 2013 when I was almost bald (which is after having a transplant with another hair-transplant office in 2002) and 2021. The 2021 tr ... I have undergone two transplants with Dr. Brett Bolton, the first in 2013 when I was almost bald (which is after having a transplant with another hair-transplant office in 2002) and 2021. The 2021 transplant was the more challenging: a dermatologist had used Xray therapy on the top of my scalp to eliminate a basal cell. It cured the basal cell but killed the transplanted hair follicles, leaving scar tissue. Dr. Bolton warned me that it is difficult to get hair follicles to grow through scar tissue, but he would do his best.
A year later the hair around the scar tissue is thicker, and there is some growth through the scar tissue.
Importantly, the bald spot of the scar tissue is much smaller-scarcely visible.
Dr. Bolton’s staff is very friendly, easy to work with. They have had transplants, too, so they know the concerns that patients have. Having the procedure is actually a relaxing experience-sit back and watch a movie while they work away on restoring your hair. All that’s missing is a cold beer LOL.
You will be glad you chose Dr Bolton for your procedure!
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Google Review • August 2022
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