Hair transplant blog

On average, a UK hair transplant costs £4,820 for a 1,500 graft procedure. But costs vary substantially according to procedure type, number of grafts needed, clinic location, and surgical complexity. At the Wimpole Clinic, our hair transplant prices for FUT…

Reality star Jake Quickenden has been very open about his hair transplant procedures. When discussing his experience, he said, “Anything that boosts your confidence and makes you feel better about yourself can only be a good thing” [1].As an advocate…

Approximately 0,3% of the UK population (over 200,000 people) are living with Crohn’s disease [1]. This form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) mainly produces gastrointestinal symptoms, but it can sometimes affect other parts of your body as well. Between 6%…

Male pattern baldness (MPB), or androgenetic alopecia, is the most common type of hair loss in men [1]. It affects more than 95% of men by the age of 80 and typically starts before middle age [2]. If you find…

Like good dental work, tailoring or a professional shave, achieving a full, effortlessly groomed beard depends on the skill and experience of your beard transplant surgeon. Getting a natural-looking beard with reduced patchiness is usually a top priority for patients…

Covid-19 has a few well-known symptoms. It’s the first illness that springs to mind for anyone with a fever, cough, or altered sense of taste or smell. However, recent studies have shown another common symptom in many Covid patients —…

Theo Von’s hair transplants are no secret. As a comedian, he is used to sharing personal stories with the world, and it seems his hair transplant journey is no exception. Theo speaks openly about his transplants on podcasts, although he never…

Dutasteride is one of the most effective non-surgical hair loss treatments for male pattern baldness [1]. As a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, it blocks the production of the hormone responsible for male pattern hair loss, dihydrotestosterone, or DHT.Topical Dutasteride is currently undergoing clinical trials as…

Derma rolling is an affordable and minimally invasive hair growth technique, but do beard rollers work for beard hair loss? Derma rolling for hair has been shown to help men with male pattern baldness improve their scalp hair loss when…

Celebrities with alopecia have been in the spotlight recently. At the 2022 Oscars ceremony, Will Smith slapped Chris Rock after the comedian made a joke about his wife's hair loss — creating a now-infamous moment that will go down in…

Thinking of getting a hair transplant at 25? There’s a lot of conflicting advice and information out there for people who are losing hair in their mid 20s. While you can legally get a hair transplant from the age of…

Premier League stalwart and England international Danny Ings sported a very different hairstyle in 2023/24 pre-season training and games, following a hair transplant at London’s Mayfair Hair Clinic (a bespoke VIP service of the Wimpole Clinic).So what do we know about…

Some people believe that Tamsulosin enhances Dutasteride effects against hair loss because these two medications can be successfully combined for treating prostate enlargement. But when it comes to curbing androgenetic alopecia, there are no studies to show that Tamsulosin might…

Dutasteride is a highly effective treatment for male pattern baldness, as it can reduce dihydrotestosterone (DHT) levels by over 90% [1]. While it’s currently prescribed off-label for hair loss, it works through mechanisms similar to Finasteride and has many of…

Around 26% of women who use birth control choose the pill as a safe and effective way to prevent unwanted pregnancy [1]. Out of the many different forms of contraception such as birth control injections, implants, and contraceptive diaphragms, the…

It's extremely common to lose hair around your temples, especially as you get older. In men with male pattern baldness, the hair around your temples is normally the first to go and can be seen as early as Norwood stage 1.While a receding…

From Premier League players to international soccer stars, footballer hair transplants are becoming more popular. Ever since Wayne Rooney came clean about his own hair restoration procedure back in 2011, more and more players have decided to undergo their own…

Online influencers have recently been praising the benefits of batana oil for hair growth. However, at this time, researchers know very little about the hair health-enhancing properties of this remedy. Most of what can be gleaned about batana oil for…

During the warmer summer period, many people experience more hair shedding than usual. A study showed hair loss increased by up to 6% per day in summer, compared to the average hair loss rate [1]. Summer hair loss or seasonal hair…

Have you ever felt self-conscious about your forehead? People with large foreheads may be perceived as older, more masculine, and less attractive [2]. For 27-year-old Beth Halsey, her forehead was the source of merciless teasing and low self-confidence. After years of…

It can be difficult to tell if Rafael Nadal has had a hair transplant just by looking at his photos. That is because in the mid 2010s, he was showing signs of male pattern baldness, a common type of alopecia which affects 85% of men…

Eczema is a widespread condition, present in 20% of patients seeking medical care for dermatological problems [1]. But there are many kinds of eczema out there, some better known than others. Follicular eczema is a minor and lesser-known form of…

Male pattern baldness, also known as androgenetic alopecia, affects approximately 85% of men by the age of 50 [1]. It can present as widespread thinning, balding around the crown, and a receding hairline, often drastically changing men’s appearance.While the primary…

Hair transplants are safe, simple procedures, as patients typically experience minor and temporary side effects. However, in rare cases, complications can also occur. Research shows that only 1% of patients develop hair follicle infection or inflammation, such as scalp folliculitis,…

Although it’s normal to naturally lose hair from washing and brushing, when hair loss starts to become more severe, it’s common for patients to jump into action and do something about it.Hair loss is something that affects around 85% of…

Healthy hair is smooth, soft, and shiny, regardless of its natural texture. However, it's not always easy to keep it this way. As a result, many of us, particularly women, end up with dry and damaged hair that looks and…

Dry hair is a common occurrence which can affect both genders alike. However, men are often less exposed to hair care information that can help them identify and treat this condition. If you have noticed your hair has become flat,…

Justin Bieber broke onto the scene as a baby-faced popstar with an iconic hairstyle aged just 13. But now, more than 15 years later, Justin Bieber wears a hat or hood in most public appearances, leading to speculation that his…

Telogen effluvium is a type of temporary hair shedding caused by stress, shock, or trauma. Research suggests it's the most common cause of diffuse non-scarring alopecia (androgenetic alopecia also known as pattern baldness remains the number one cause of general…