In this guest episode of Skinfluence, Dr. Dustin Portela sits down with renowned facial plastic surgeon Dr. Gary Linkov for an open and personal conversation about hair loss, self-image, and the evolving landscape of hair restoration.
Dr. Linkov shares his powerful journey with alopecia areata—including how losing his own hair changed the way he connects with patients—and why embracing baldness or seeking treatment are both valid choices. Together, they unpack hair transplant myths, the state of black market clinics, and how to spot ethical, high-quality providers. Plus, Dr. Linkov gets candid about launching his Feel Confident skincare and haircare line, and the real challenges of building a science-first product brand in today’s saturated market.
Whether you're considering a hair transplant, navigating hair loss, or simply curious about the latest treatments and technologies, this episode is packed with perspective, humor, and honesty.
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