well, I finally had it done along with a scar revision.. I ended up getting 1,100 grafts for only 3,000 dollars from a famous dr. How do I post pics or are we even allowed to post pics here? Anyway it seems to have truned out good so far (knock on wood).. The scar revision has staples in it, anyone ever hear of those? And if so what are your thoughts on them to hep scaring?
My 4th and final transplant..
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Thomas,
Congrats on your fourth! Good to hear about the successful scar revision! To answer your question about the staples that were used to close the area, the staples help to reduce the potential of another stretched scar occuring. It's no guarantee but probably the best approach for your situation. Another approach is to utilize a double closure technique.
The only place I see on this site to post pics is in the photo gallery which you can access from the menu on the home page. They ask that you contact them first once you arrive at the photo gallery. Would love to see your pics man! 8)
Congrats on your fourth! Good to hear about the successful scar revision! To answer your question about the staples that were used to close the area, the staples help to reduce the potential of another stretched scar occuring. It's no guarantee but probably the best approach for your situation. Another approach is to utilize a double closure technique.
The only place I see on this site to post pics is in the photo gallery which you can access from the menu on the home page. They ask that you contact them first once you arrive at the photo gallery. Would love to see your pics man! 8)
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Hey Thomas, looks like they did an awesome job, you look great. I was wondering where you got your hair transplant done
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Thanks! I am hoping the lower hairline turns out good. In one of the pics you can see my old hair line, they did an excellent job on that, so I was a little hesitant to lower it in fear that it might get screwed up. I would rather not say where I had it done just yet, but it was NOT done at Bosley, Hair Club.. ha
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Oh okay, nevertheless they did a great job. I'm looking into getting a hair transplant for my hairline probably about a square inch total, do you know how much that would cost? I'm planning on spending no more then 8k. Also, how did you work it into your work/school schedule, I'm thinking about having it done during my two week vacation... any suggestions 
Baldingchink said:Oh okay, nevertheless they did a great job. I'm looking into getting a hair transplant for my hairline probably about a square inch total, do you know how much that would cost? I'm planning on spending no more then 8k. Also, how did you work it into your work/school schedule, I'm thinking about having it done during my two week vacation... any suggestions
Just a sqaure inch on each side? You shouldn't need more than 1,000 grafts for that, so maybe $4,500 dollars.. Although they say you can go back to work 2-3 days after a transplant, I always take two weeks off, so it sounds like the vacation idea would be your best bet
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Hey Thomas, I tried to view your pics at the link you provided but for some reason would not allow me to view so feel free to e-mail your pics to me if you can.
Guys, possibly I can shed some light on the estimation of grafts thing. If the goal is to restore a surface area of one square inch, let's do the math. Most if not all hair transplant doctors measure the recipient area by centimeters, and keep in mind the new grafts will slightly impede into the natural hair that neighbors the recipient area where the new grafts are being placed. So in reality the surface area might end up being 1.5 X 1.5 inches = 2.25 or 5.6 centimeters. With average hair characteristics (caliper) and density, most docs may inform you that average density is approximately 80-90 FUs per 2cm. They may further inform you that achieving half of your density will provide a good illusion of coverage. So for analysis purposes we can say the goal then would be approximately 45 grafts per cm2. From our example, 5.6 cm (total surface area) X 45 = 253 grafts. Also keep in mind that if the recipient surface area is situated at the hairline, lots of single hair grafts are utilized in order to attain a natural appearance. Take the 253 number X 2 = 506 "if" the goal is to mildly restore the recession in the temporal areas (both sides). The average cost per graft is approximately $4.00 unless one is considering doing FUE which IMO might be the best way to approach such a small recipient area. So the math comes to roughly $2,000 for FUT or roughly $4000 for FUE.
I personally would not consider a FUT procedure for something that small, in fact I would hold off any surgery entirely to really get a gauge on where my genetic hairloss is ultimately heading. Obviously considering family history for male pattern baldness would also be prudent. Further consideration to a medicinal regimen namely Propecia and minoxidil can help to slow down the effects of male pattern baldness as many of us know.
We all need to be careful on where we situate our hairlines simply because once surgical hair restoration is started, we are then committed to it as we chase the hairloss behind our hairlines and other transplanted areas. UNTIL cloning, hair multiplication, scalp impregnation etc, etc, becomes viable, we ALL have LIMITATIONS in our donor supply. There is never enough to cover the "entire top surface" of our scalps and that is why the medications, the recommended "mature situated" hairlines, toning down density levels, etc are in the patients' best interest.
The best initial approach is comprehensive education on every aspect of male pattern baldness and prudent consideration of all of the treatments recommended by the reputable hair transplant doctors and dermatologists. An "in person" evaluation by the doctor is inevitable and most do not charge for the consultation. Best wishes!
Guys, possibly I can shed some light on the estimation of grafts thing. If the goal is to restore a surface area of one square inch, let's do the math. Most if not all hair transplant doctors measure the recipient area by centimeters, and keep in mind the new grafts will slightly impede into the natural hair that neighbors the recipient area where the new grafts are being placed. So in reality the surface area might end up being 1.5 X 1.5 inches = 2.25 or 5.6 centimeters. With average hair characteristics (caliper) and density, most docs may inform you that average density is approximately 80-90 FUs per 2cm. They may further inform you that achieving half of your density will provide a good illusion of coverage. So for analysis purposes we can say the goal then would be approximately 45 grafts per cm2. From our example, 5.6 cm (total surface area) X 45 = 253 grafts. Also keep in mind that if the recipient surface area is situated at the hairline, lots of single hair grafts are utilized in order to attain a natural appearance. Take the 253 number X 2 = 506 "if" the goal is to mildly restore the recession in the temporal areas (both sides). The average cost per graft is approximately $4.00 unless one is considering doing FUE which IMO might be the best way to approach such a small recipient area. So the math comes to roughly $2,000 for FUT or roughly $4000 for FUE.
I personally would not consider a FUT procedure for something that small, in fact I would hold off any surgery entirely to really get a gauge on where my genetic hairloss is ultimately heading. Obviously considering family history for male pattern baldness would also be prudent. Further consideration to a medicinal regimen namely Propecia and minoxidil can help to slow down the effects of male pattern baldness as many of us know.
We all need to be careful on where we situate our hairlines simply because once surgical hair restoration is started, we are then committed to it as we chase the hairloss behind our hairlines and other transplanted areas. UNTIL cloning, hair multiplication, scalp impregnation etc, etc, becomes viable, we ALL have LIMITATIONS in our donor supply. There is never enough to cover the "entire top surface" of our scalps and that is why the medications, the recommended "mature situated" hairlines, toning down density levels, etc are in the patients' best interest.
The best initial approach is comprehensive education on every aspect of male pattern baldness and prudent consideration of all of the treatments recommended by the reputable hair transplant doctors and dermatologists. An "in person" evaluation by the doctor is inevitable and most do not charge for the consultation. Best wishes!
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hey Gillen, thomas I really appreciate the insight. Yeah I'm definately thinking about going with FUE instead of FUT like you were saying, its only about 1000 grafts. I've been researching for 6 months and concluded that Wong and Armani were the best in this field. I'm not looking to get it until next year though when I can take my vacation
Baldingchink said:hey Gillen, thomas I really appreciate the insight. Yeah I'm definately thinking about going with FUE instead of FUT like you were saying, its only about 1000 grafts. I've been researching for 6 months and concluded that Wong and Armani were the best in this field. I'm not looking to get it until next year though when I can take my vacation
Anyone know of a good site that offers free picture hosting?
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I knew Armani does FUE but I did not know Dr. Wong is doing it. Is it the same Dr. Wong of Hasson & Wong? How long has he been doing it? Thanks.