Estimating Graft Count for 2 Inches of Hair

Dear Dr. Rassman. I was wondering roughly how many grafts, single to double hairs, would be required to fill an area of 2 inches? I have straight medium weight, dirty blond hair.

The average hair density is 1250 hairs per square inch (or 600 follicular units). So a 2 square inch area would contain about 2400 follicular units.

For the appearance of fullness, medium weight hair is certainly better than fine hair, and dirty blond hair with a white skin is better than black hair on white skin (less contrast is better). Take a look at the NHI Patient Photo Galleries, where there are well over 300 patients showcased with before and after photographs, and the number of grafts they received to obtain those results. Also, take a look at LA Sportscaster Steve Hartman‘s photos and see if the area you have roughly parallels his. His hair was medium weight, though he has black hair and white skin.