Dr. Navi Dhaliwal

During FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation):

• A narrow strip of donor tissue is removed from the back of the scalp
• The donor area is carefully closed with sutures, leaving a linear scar that can often be concealed by longer hair
• Individual follicular units are separated under magnification
• The grafts are strategically placed into areas of thinning hair

During the early recovery period, some shedding of the transplanted hairs is expected with both FUT and FUE hair transplants. New growth typically begins to appear around the 3-month mark and continues to develop gradually over time.

Every patient’s hair loss, recovery, and growth timeline is different.

That’s why a personalized assessment is essential for determining whether FUT or FUE is the right surgical option for you.

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This patient is 9 months post-FUE hair transplant with approximately 2,100 follicles transplanted, showing improved coverage and a fuller-looking hairline.

Hair transplant results develop gradually, and continued growth and maturation may occur over the following months. Every patient’s timeline and outcome will vary depending on their hair characteristics, donor supply, healing process, and degree of hair loss.

Considering FUE hair transplant surgery in Calgary? Book a personalized consultation with Hair Nation to learn whether you may be a suitable candidate.

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FUT offers several benefits:

• A larger number of grafts can often be transplanted in a single session
• Improved density across the hairline, mid-scalp, or crown
• An excellent option for women who prefer to wear their hair long, as the donor scar is typically well concealed

While FUT does leave a thin linear scar, advanced closure techniques, such as trichophytic closure, are used to help minimize its appearance.

The best hair restoration results begin with a personalized consultation to determine whether FUT or FUE is the right option for your hair loss pattern and goals.

📍 Hair Nation – Southland Park
🏢 10201 Southport Rd SW 225, Calgary, AB T2W 3X4
📞 (587) 952-8844
🌐 www.hairnation.ca
👉 Click the link in bio to book your consultation.

The first step is always identifying the underlying cause. Hair loss in women may be related to:

• Hormonal changes
• Vitamin or nutritional deficiencies
• Stress
• Medical conditions

Treating the cause is just as important as restoring the hair.

When it comes to surgery, both FUE and FUT hair transplants can be effective. For women who wear their hair long, FUT may be an excellent option, as the donor scar is often well concealed by the surrounding hair.

However, not every patient is a candidate. A thorough assessment of your donor area and overall hair health is essential to determine whether surgery is appropriate and which technique—FUT or FUE—will provide the best outcome.

Every treatment plan at Hair Nation is personalized to help you achieve natural-looking, long-lasting results.

📍 Hair Nation – Southland Park
🏢 10201 Southport Rd SW 225, Calgary, AB T2W 3X4
📞 (587) 952-8844
🌐 www.hairnation.ca
👉 Click the link in bio to book your consultation.

While hair naturally becomes finer with age, noticeable hair thinning isn’t always “just getting older.”

Hair loss can also be caused by:

• Genetics
• Hormonal changes
• Certain medications
• Nutritional deficiencies
• Stress
• Underlying medical conditions

The good news? Many of these causes can be treated.

Depending on the reason for your hair loss, treatment options may include medical therapy, PRP, secretome therapy, laser caps, or a personalized hair restoration plan designed to help slow further hair loss and preserve your existing hair.

The key is identifying the underlying cause. The earlier you begin treatment, the more hair you may be able to preserve and the better your long-term results can be.

📍 Hair Nation – Southland Park
🏢 10201 Southport Rd SW 225, Calgary, AB T2W 3X4
📞 (587) 952-8844
🌐 www.hairnation.ca
👉 Click the link in bio to book your consultation.

✔ 1. You have an established pattern of hair loss.

Your hair loss is predictable, making it easier to create a long-term treatment plan.

✔ 2. You have healthy donor hair.

Strong hair on the back and sides of the scalp provides the follicles needed for transplantation.

✔ 3. Your hair loss has stabilized.

Hair loss that isn’t rapidly progressing often leads to more predictable, long-lasting results.

✔ 4. You’re in good overall health.

A healthy scalp and the absence of active scalp conditions help support proper healing and successful graft growth.

✔ 5. You have realistic expectations.

A hair transplant can restore density and improve your appearance, but results depend on factors like your donor supply, hair characteristics, and degree of hair loss.

The best way to know if you’re a candidate is through a personalized scalp and hair assessment. We’ll evaluate your hair loss, donor area, and goals to create a treatment plan that’s right for you.

📍 Hair Nation – Southland Park
🏢 10201 Southport Rd SW 225, Calgary, AB T2W 3X4
📞 (587) 952-8844
🌐 www.hairnation.ca
👉 Click the link in bio to book your consultation.

This is called periorbital edema. During the procedure, numbing fluid is placed along the forehead and frontotemporal area.

As the fluid naturally moves downward, it can collect around the eyes and cause noticeable swelling.

What patients should know:

• It is typically temporary
• It does not usually affect vision itself
• The swelling may make it difficult to open the eyes
• It often improves within 48–72 hours

Always follow your post-operative instructions and contact your surgical team if swelling becomes severe, painful, affects your vision, or does not improve as expected.

📍 Hair Nation – Southland Park
🏢 10201 Southport Rd SW 225, Calgary, AB T2W 3X4
📞 (587) 952-8844
🌐 www.hairnation.ca
👉 Click the link in bio to book your consultation.

A hair transplant can restore density in areas that have already thinned, but it does not necessarily stop your existing, non-transplanted hair from continuing to change over time.

That is why long-term hair maintenance is so important.

Depending on the cause of your hair loss, your treatment plan may include:

• Medical hair loss treatments
• PRP or secretome therapy
• Lifestyle and nutritional adjustments
• Ongoing monitoring of your existing hair

The best results come from identifying the cause of hair loss, stabilizing it, and then using hair transplant surgery to restore areas where density has already been lost.

A personalized long-term plan helps protect your existing hair and support the best possible outcome.

📍 Hair Nation – Southland Park
🏢 10201 Southport Rd SW 225, Calgary, AB T2W 3X4
📞 (587) 952-8844
🌐 www.hairnation.ca
👉 Click the link in bio to book your consultation.