Hello All-

I am new to the site. It is very evident that both of the above DR's are some of the finest (if not the two finest) in the area of HT's.

My question is why is Dr Feller adamanent that a patiences head is shaved for a successful HT while Dr Epstein actually prefers to leave a patients hair intact and work around it?

Thanks

Homeslice

Hello All-

I am new to the site. It is very evident that both of the above DR's are some of the finest (if not the two finest) in the area of HT's.

My question is why is Dr Feller adamanent that a patiences head is shaved for a successful HT while Dr Epstein actually prefers to leave a patients hair intact and work around it?

Thanks

Homeslice

not sure why they shave I'm glad my Doc was skilled enough to transplant with out shaving my head.

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homeslice,

Welcome to our forum community.

The topic of shaving the recipient area whether it's necessary or not has been debated on our forum for some time.

Below I've posted some links to some of the reasons why shaving the recipient area can be beneficial, but not always necessary.

Dr. Hasson on the Benefits of Shaving the Recipient Area

Why Do Some Hair Transplant Surgeons Shave the Recipient Area?

Sagital Verses Coronal Incisions - ISHRS Live Surgery Workshop 2006

Another Blog on Why Some Hair Restoration Physicians Shave and Others do Not.

There is a lot of reading and there is certainly more to read on this topic. But hopefully this gets you started on your research

Best wishes,

Bill

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from my understanding when I asked Dr. Epstein why he did not shave? His reply was you really dont need to shave and I like to see how your native hair falls down in its pattern to give you a more natural look. I liked that answer man,because I did not want to shave down completely

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NO ONE wants to shave down - NO ONE!

But begs the question why ALL the top clinics in the world do shave down though doesn't it

Be careful of what it is you want to hear compared to what you possibly need to hear.

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It seems that shaving the recipient area is a matter of surgeon preference and context, not expertise.

See the links provided by Bill.


Dr. Bernstein did not shave mine. Like any physician here, he's one of the best. His facility is top-notch.

I've seen several people and docs argue about this. My doc gave me the option, but explained to me the pros and cons of shaving vs not shaving down.I really did not want to shave down either...but I did in the end. All I'll say is, don't base your decision on whether a doc shaves down or not. The ugly ducking stage is temporary... the final result is permanent!
The good news for you is, with the docs you've chosen, you can't go wrong either way!

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Homeslice.

I'm 7 months post-op with Dr.Epstein and very happy so far.
I'm getting alot of great feedback and from what I understand I'm only about 60/70% home at 7 months.

The scar if outstanding...the surgery and care top notch...and Dr.Epstein is a regular/no hype/no BS top doc.

The shave/no shave issue will go on for ever.

I've read and re-read arguments on both sides from top docs.
My feeling it's the docs preference to go either way.

I also feel the docs that do the MEGA sessions of course are going to shave or they would have to do most of there huge jobs in two days...not good for business.

Also look at Dr.Shapiro's work on this forum.
No one will argue about the quality of his work....he doesn't require shaving.

Research carefully...you'll be fine.

MH

Spex,

I believe you've lost it my man. I've seen real before / afters via email to me from actual patients of Dr. Cooley that rival any transplant surgeon in the world......and I'm not even getting paid to say it!

However, I personally think it would probably be better but agree with one doc on here a while back who said the potential benefits of shaving don't outweigh the discomfort or embarrasment caused to the patient.

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