The Rich Somers Report 85% of Men Below the Age of 50 Experience Hair Loss - He's a Hair Transplant Specialist | Elijah Scholer E402
Sep 23, 2025
Elijah Scholer, a leading hair transplant specialist and founder of SD Hair MD, dives into the world of hair loss and restoration. He reveals that 85% of men under 50 will experience thinning hair. The conversation covers effective treatments like DHT blockers, the pros and cons of FUT vs. FUE transplants, and the hidden risks of traveling to Turkey for procedures. Elijah also shares insights on early management strategies, effective supplements, and the importance of choosing the right candidate for hair transplants, ensuring listeners get the scoop on regaining their confidence.
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Donor Management And Visibility
- Donor zones are trimmed to zero but top hair can be left long at extra cost to aid appearance.
- Extraction density (1 in 6–10 follicles) is chosen to keep donor thinning invisible.
Ask: Grafts Versus Hairs
- Expect about 2,500 grafts on average, counted as follicles; ask whether numbers quoted are grafts or hairs.
- Verify how many hairs per graft a clinic counts because one graft can contain multiple hairs.
Time Limits And Donor Preservation
- Expect ~8 hours for ~2,500 grafts and up to ~3,500 maximum in one procedure to avoid donor cannibalization.
- Plan recovery and staffing accordingly because extractions and implanting are done one-by-one by hand.