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Hair restoration surgery is a major decision that requires time and consideration. Before committing to a hair transplant, it’s important that you feel comfortable with your surgeon and are totally informed about the procedure. Dr. Gabel of the Gabel Hair Restoration Center is dedicated to providing his patients with a comprehensive consultation.

Here are some important factors to consider when choosing a doctor:

• The Physician’s Training and Credentials
• The Physician’s Experience
• The Manner in Which the Physician Practices
• The Comfort-Level You Feel With the Physician

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The Gabel Center in Oregon is dedicated to achieving the best results in hair restoration for men and women. Dr. Gabel uses state of the art hair transplant technology and incorporates cutting edge research from the newest hair loss studies.

A recent informal study, published in the Archives of Dermatology, found that the women with the most extensive hair loss had higher rates of Type 2 diabetes and bacterial scalp infections than those with mild or no hair loss. Continue reading →

Your hair is one of the first things that people see when they look at you. This is one reason why hair loss can be so devastating and why it is important to make an informed decision regarding hair restoration.

The consultation appointment, at the Gabel Hair Restoration Center, is a key element in educating patients about this important decision. We will discuss a few aspects of a personal consultation appointment with Dr. Steven Gabel and how to get the most out of this appointment.

Before the Appointment

Before visiting a hair restoration center it is always good to do some preliminary research, about hair loss and options for restoring your hair. Keep a list of questions that come to mind to ensure that all questions are answered. It is also important to think about what you would ideally like to achieve with hair restoration and what would be satisfactory to you.

The Consultation Appointment

During the consultation appointment Dr. Gabel meets one on one with patients to discuss their situation, evaluate their scalp, answer their questions and create an effective treatment plan.
One of the first considerations is what is causing the hair loss. For the majority of hair loss sufferers, genetics are the culprit, but there are many other conditions that can cause temporary or permanent hair loss. If the cause is unclear Dr. Gabel may advise further testing to determine the cause prior to proceeding with a hair transplant or other treatment options.
Once realistic expectations have been established Dr. Gabel will discuss treatment options and recommend a treatment plan. This plan may consist of surgical hair restoration, medical treatments, further testing or a combination of these components.

Making your Decision

At the Gabel Hair Restoration Center we respect that hair restoration is a personal decision. After considering their options, Dr. Gabel encourages patients to call or return to the clinic, if needed, to review their surgical plan or to ask further questions, prior to scheduling their surgery. Remember surgical hair restoration is permanent. You want to have it done right the first time, and you deserve the best hair transplants in Oregon.