Like zucchini seeds in Hawaii, implanted hair follicles will grow almost anywhere: the skill lies in the aesthetic placement and design of the “master plan” for each patient. In this article the author examines seven current controversies in hair replacement surgery. Different techniques, each successful for a significant group of hair replacement surgeons, are evaluated via discussion, table, references, and photographs. Successful hair replacement surgeons often achieve excellent results from a wide variety of techniques. Rather than providing dogmatic answers, the author hopes to stimulate the reader to explore new challenges in fields of clinical study for hair and scalp surgery.
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