Hairline Transplant Surgery
Hairline Transplant Surgery
A hairline transplant is a surgical procedure that involves relocating hair from the back and sides of the scalp to a receded hairline and temples. It can be performed using the FUE or FUT surgical method.
Our Surgeons are world-renowned experts in performing the procedure without the need to shave the entire head and this is called an unshaven or minimally shaven transplant.
Hairline Transplant Review
Type of Surgery : FUE hair transplant
Hair Loss Level : Norwood 3
Number of Grafts : 1788
"I had a fantastic experience with the Treatment Rooms with Dr Vara and his team. I had a hair transplant of roughly 1800 grafts and the results far exceeded my expectations"
Common causes of a receding hairline
The most common cause of a receding hairline in men is male patterned baldness. It is caused by a specific type of testosterone called dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which makes hair thin in the front and crown.
Other causes include traction alopecia, in which hair is tied too tightly, causing tension across the hairline that, over time, can cause it to recede.
In women, the most common cause of a receded hairline is a congenitally high hairline. There may not be active hair loss; instead, the area will appear higher than desired, which is genetically inherited.
Early signs of hairline recession
Patients may notice subtle thinning across their hairline before it actively becomes bald. The temples tend to recede backwards, leaving an "M" shaped hairline with an island at the front, sometimes called a widow's peak. Early recession can also be associated with subtle crown thinning, which is noticeable at the back of the head.
This patient has early signs of hairline recession, which was treated with medications and surgery to restore the region.
Late signs of hairline recession
In later stages of a recession, the hairline and temples will have receded and become entirely bald, leaving a "D"- shaped zone of no hair at the front. This late stage of recession is often accompanied by crown balding, in which a round patch of hair loss appears at the top of the head.
This patient had receded, forming a "D" shaped area. He underwent hair transplant surgery in the area to restore it to its original position.
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Dan’s Hairline Transplant
Type of Surgery : FUE hair transplant
Hair Loss Level : Norwood 3
Number of Grafts : 1510
"If you are concerned about your hair, like a lot of guys are, getting in touch with The Treatment Rooms and making that change is the best thing I’ve ever done for my confidence"
Who Is a Good Candidate for a Hairline Hair Transplant?
A good candidate for a hairline hair transplant will fall into the following categories:
- Age > 27
- Hair loss has stabilised with the use of Finasteride/ Minoxidil
- Those who are affected by their hair loss, covering it up with fibres or wearing caps to conceal it
Patients who consider surgery too early may end up with further thinning behind a hairline requiring more surgery. This requires careful planning and not all patients can have repeated surgery to restore hair that is continuing to fall out. All patients at The Treatment Rooms London will require a consultation with a Surgeon to diagnose the cause of hair loss and plan the appropriate treatment for it.
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Hairline Transplants- Before & After Results
Our before and after gallery is one of the largest collection of hairline hair transplant cases in the UK and worldwide. Please feel free to navigate to help you understand how surgery can treat areas of recession.
Preparing for Hairline Surgery
Preparing for hairline transplantation is crucial and the specific steps are best discussed with your dedicated surgeon. At our clinic we explore the underlying diagnosis for your hair loss and how it has affected your mental health. As part of your treatment plan for your hairline, our Surgeons may suggest medications to help stabilise ongoing hair loss before having surgery.
Before the surgery, our clinic advises patients to:
- Use a specific shampoo provided to cleanse their scalp
- Avoid caffeine and alcohol
- Avoid supplements and certain foods
- Avoid wearing makeup or jewellery on the day of surgery
Your surgeon will provide personalised instructions and guidance to ensure you are well-prepared for the procedure.
Hairline Transplant Surgical Steps
The standard process of hairline surgery involves:
- Outlining the hairline to be transplanted. This will require considerations around the direction and angle at which hairs are implanted (30-60 minutes)
- Numbing the donor area and the recipient area with local anaesthesia (5 minutes)
- Extraction of hair follicles to be transplanted (1-2 hours)
- Incisions are made in the hairline for new hairs to be implanted (45 minutes)
- Lunch (30-45 minutes)
- Implantation of new hairs in the hairline to match the natural flow of the area (1-2 hours)
- Recovery at home (4-5 days)
- 9-18 months for the hairline to grow
The entire procedure can take several hours, depending on the number of hair grafts needed. A receding hairline transplant should yield results that last 10-20 years or longer.
Hairline Transplant Surgery at The Treatment Rooms London
At The Treatment Rooms London our Surgeons are specialists in the FUE hair transplant technique for restoring hair in the hairline.
The first step in planning surgery to this area is understanding the natural position of your original hairline and what you would like to achieve with surgery. Our Surgeons can show you where your original hairline was and what new position would suit you best as you age.
The process of surgery involves the extraction of individual healthy hair follicles from the back and sides of the scalp and relocating them into the area of recession. The surgery can help with:
- Restore good density in the hairline and temples that blend with existing hair
- Recreate a cowlick if there was previously one
- Recreate natural hair direction and angulation so the new hair looks no different to your hair previously
Your transplanted hair will grow over 1 year and we will review your progress at that point. The result should last 10-20 years or longer.
Hairline hair transplant cost
The cost for a hairline hair transplant will be based on the amount of recession you have and how much work you would like done. Typically the price for FUE or FUT hairline surgery ranges between £4,000- £10,000 in our clinic.
The cost will be dependent on the number of grafts you require for surgery, your hair type and whether you wanted to opt for a minimally shaven or unshaven transplant. It will also take into account our clinic's policy of having every patient be seen and operated on by a Surgeon and ensuring their care delivered to a high standard.
Planning a hairline transplant
Hairline Position in Men
A lot of male patients request that their hairline be brought down to match the position they once had when they were in their late teenage years. We believe this is not a good idea. Not only will this require many hair grafts that thin your donor zone, but also a very low position will look unnatural as you age.
We recommend that male patients restore their hairline to a position with mild temple recession. This might be slightly higher than patients expect, but it means the procedure will be less invasive and leaves plenty of hair in the donor area for patients to use in the future should they recede further.
If you are at an advanced stage of hair loss, you will need to carefully consider how much you want to restore, especially if you require work in your crown or in areas that may thin further. Our Surgeons may suggest planning a hair transplant that gives you a more conservative hairline position while maximising visual density by compacting hair into a smaller area. Generally, it is advisable not to plan a line too low, as this may look unnatural as you age and it will use up the capacity of hair you have in your donor area.
Hairline Position in Women
The hairline position in women tends to be rounder and more oval when compared to men. Achieving an oval position is important in female hairline hair transplant surgery as this is a hallmark of a feminine appearance.
Hair Transplant Techniques
There are several hair transplant techniques available, each with its advantages and disadvantages. The most common techniques include strip harvesting (FUT) and follicular unit excision (FUE).
FUT hair transplant surgery involves removing a strip of hair-bearing skin from the back and sides of the head, which is then dissected into individual follicular units.
FUE, on the other hand, involves extracting individual hair follicles directly from the donor area using a specialised tool. Both techniques require great skill and expertise to achieve natural-looking results.
Creating a Natural-Looking Hairline
Creating a natural-looking hairline is an important aspect of surgery. The surgeon must carefully plan and create a hairline that complements the patient’s facial features, hair type, and overall appearance but also respects their ongoing hair loss condition.
New hairs should be placed at a natural angle and direction. A crucial part of ensuring a natural looking result is implanting micro-hairs (single hairs) at the front of the hairline to give it a natural looking appearance. At The Treatment Rooms London, our Surgeons ensure every patient has this planned as a default part of their procedure.
Will you recede further as you age?
If you are young (20-27 years old), then you might want to wait until you're 27 years or older before considering surgery, especially if you are not taking hair loss medications. This means your surgeon can assess the whole pattern of your hair loss. It is essential to know how quickly you have receded, so your surgeon can plan for future hair loss and therefore a hairline that would suit you as you age.
How much donor hair can you relocate into a hairline?
Understanding how much hair you have at the back of your head is also crucial when planning your hairline transplant. You have a finite supply of hair on the back and sides that you can transplant, so you need to plan how best to use it carefully. If you have dense hair at the back, you will likely have enough hair to achieve the desired position. For those who don't have enough hair, you will need to carefully plan how you can accomplish the hairline you want, especially if you have an advanced level of hair loss on the Norwood Scale. If you don't have much hair, you may decide to have a procedure that gives you coverage of hair- this is particularly the case for patients who are Norwood 7.
Preventing hairline recession with Finasteride
If you are considering a hair transplant to your hairline, you will likely recede further, so you need to make sure you plan for future procedures or stabilise your hair loss with medications like Finasteride. Taking Finasteride is an important decision, and as with all medicines, there are side effects which you can read more about here: Finasteride and its side effects. Our Surgeons can advise you on the medication during a consultation.
This gentleman underwent a hair transplant to his hairline and took Finasteride to prevent his existing hair from receding further
Hairline Hair Transplant FAQs
A hair transplant can reshape the hairline, restoring a natural and aesthetically pleasing hair pattern.
Why choose The Treatment Rooms London for your hairline transplant?
Our award-winning clinic utilises the latest technology and surgical techniques, and we are considered one of the leaders and best-known hair transplant clinics in London and the UK for natural results and personalised patient care. In 2023, the clinic was crowned the Winner of Best Hair Transplant Clinic of the Year, a testament to the medical, psychological, and surgical care it provides to male, female, repair, and trans patients.
All consultations and surgeries take place in London and are led by our owners and highly acclaimed hair transplant surgeons, Dr Roshan Vara and Dr Dilan Fernando. Our Surgeons personally carry out your hairline transplant with dedicated 1-1 care with no salespeople involved.
James’ Hairline Transplant
Type of Surgery : FUE hair transplant
Hair Loss Level :Norwood 3
Number of Grafts : 1194
"I couldn’t have asked for more. Got the exact result I was hoping for and looks so natural that nobody could ever tell I’d had a hair transplant"
Authored by
Dr Roshan Vara
Dr. Roshan Vara is a renowned hair transplant surgeon in London and the Co-Founder of our award winning hair transplant clinic, The Treatment Rooms London.He has over 10 years of experience in hair transplant surgery and is recognised for delivering natural-looking results through ethical, patient-centred care. He is a Full Medical Member of BAHRS and an Associate Member of ISHRS, reflecting his commitment to the highest standards in modern hair restoration.
Reviewed by
Dr Dilan Fernando
Dr. Dilan Fernando is regarded as one of the best hair transplant surgeons in London and Co-Founder of The Treatment Rooms London. He has over 10 years of experience in hair transplant surgery and is known for his meticulous technique and commitment to ethical practice. He served on the Executive Committee of BAHRS from 2020 to 2024, helping to shape industry standards for patient safety and quality of care. Dr. Fernando personally performs each surgery, ensuring natural results built on trust and experience.
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