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11-15-2007, 05:37 PM
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Another member that I chatted with today said he was thinking about a mega session and it got me thinking maybe that would be the route for me to go. Is there a danger of the grafts transecting? I assume most doctors that perform mega sessions charge a lesser amount per graft after a certain number correct? I just think as a NW 5 I'm going to need more than the 2520 I had in July. It looks like Hasson and Wong and Shapiro might be the best for mega sessions. I'd love to hear what anyone has to say about this subject good and/or bad. Thanks
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NW5 Dr. Epstein July 4, 2007 2520 grafts 471 one hair grafts 1540 two hair grafts 505 three hair grafts 5070 Total hair count Dr. Epstein August 4, 2008 2384 grafts 870 one hair grafts 1150 two hair grafts 364 three and four hair grafts 4262 Total hair count Dr. Ron Shapiro November 18, 2009 1896 grafts 760 one hair grafts 852 two hair grafts 288 three hair grafts 46 four hair grafts 3362 total hair count Dr. Ron Shapiro July 1, 2011 1191 grafts 447 one hair grafts 580 two hair grafts 150 three hair grafts 14 four hair grafts 2113 total hair count     
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11-15-2007, 05:50 PM
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When you refer to transection are you referring to the transection of native hair or of the transplanted hair during the dissection process?
Regardless, the size of the session should not have a real impact on either of these possibilities as long as the team is experienced and the recipient area is properly prepared.
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I am employed by Hasson & Wong as a patient educator. My opinions are my own and might not be that of Dr. Hasson & Dr. Wong. Hasson & Wong-The More You Look The Better We Look. Dr. Hasson and Dr. Wong are members of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians
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11-15-2007, 05:57 PM
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Good question. I'm not really sure. I just read where transection is a potential problem with mega sessions. I see you work for Hasson & Wong. What's the exchange rate like these days between the US and Canadian dollar?
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NW5 Dr. Epstein July 4, 2007 2520 grafts 471 one hair grafts 1540 two hair grafts 505 three hair grafts 5070 Total hair count Dr. Epstein August 4, 2008 2384 grafts 870 one hair grafts 1150 two hair grafts 364 three and four hair grafts 4262 Total hair count Dr. Ron Shapiro November 18, 2009 1896 grafts 760 one hair grafts 852 two hair grafts 288 three hair grafts 46 four hair grafts 3362 total hair count Dr. Ron Shapiro July 1, 2011 1191 grafts 447 one hair grafts 580 two hair grafts 150 three hair grafts 14 four hair grafts 2113 total hair count
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11-15-2007, 06:33 PM
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The exchange rate is something I prefer not to look at lately but you don't need to worry about it since you're in the US you pay in US, for now anyway.
Regarding the type of transection, perhaps you could refer me to what you read by providing a link. I'd be better positioned to address the issue if I knew the context in which this claim was made. I mean, bottom line though, what I said above in my first post still applies.
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I am employed by Hasson & Wong as a patient educator. My opinions are my own and might not be that of Dr. Hasson & Dr. Wong. Hasson & Wong-The More You Look The Better We Look. Dr. Hasson and Dr. Wong are members of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians
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11-15-2007, 08:57 PM
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TTDS,
Assuming we are talking about a first-rate hair transplant clinic with proper staffing - the hair transplant session size has little to do with hair transection. Where the risks increase for natural hair transection is when a lot of transplanted hair is being placed around a lot of natural hair. The greater number of natural hairs will simply mean that extra care must be provided. This is why proper angling of the incisions is important so that the natural hair follicles are not damaged by the cutting instrument as it penetrates the scalp. Hair transection is one of the major causes of permanent shock loss This is yet another reason why physician selection is key to minimize these risks. Bill
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Managing Publisher of the Hair Transplant Network, the Hair Loss Learning Center, the Hair Loss Q&A Blog and the Hair Loss Forum and Social Community Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | YouTube Subscribe to our Newsletters | How We Recommend Physicians ----- To learn about how I restored my hair, view my my hair loss website. Remember, true beauty radiates from within, not from the skin. I am not a medical professional and my words should not be taken as medical advice. All opinions and views shared are my own.
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11-16-2007, 04:24 AM
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I don't remember exactly where it is but I'm sure you can find it on google like I did. I did chat with another member in a private message who said the following: "However most docs say that such a large session results in alot of transection....I dont know whom to believe". Is there anyone out there who is not a representative of H & W who can comment on this? Thank you.
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NW5 Dr. Epstein July 4, 2007 2520 grafts 471 one hair grafts 1540 two hair grafts 505 three hair grafts 5070 Total hair count Dr. Epstein August 4, 2008 2384 grafts 870 one hair grafts 1150 two hair grafts 364 three and four hair grafts 4262 Total hair count Dr. Ron Shapiro November 18, 2009 1896 grafts 760 one hair grafts 852 two hair grafts 288 three hair grafts 46 four hair grafts 3362 total hair count Dr. Ron Shapiro July 1, 2011 1191 grafts 447 one hair grafts 580 two hair grafts 150 three hair grafts 14 four hair grafts 2113 total hair count
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11-16-2007, 08:41 AM
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TTDS,
See my post above. I am not a rep of H&W and have commented on it  Bill
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Managing Publisher of the Hair Transplant Network, the Hair Loss Learning Center, the Hair Loss Q&A Blog and the Hair Loss Forum and Social Community Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | YouTube Subscribe to our Newsletters | How We Recommend Physicians ----- To learn about how I restored my hair, view my my hair loss website. Remember, true beauty radiates from within, not from the skin. I am not a medical professional and my words should not be taken as medical advice. All opinions and views shared are my own.
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11-16-2007, 08:47 AM
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Thanks Bill, I did see that and it is good info. I'm just looking for others out there with an opinion. I have read more since I made the last post and it appears that if done by a skilled doctor like H&W it shouldn't be a concern.
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NW5 Dr. Epstein July 4, 2007 2520 grafts 471 one hair grafts 1540 two hair grafts 505 three hair grafts 5070 Total hair count Dr. Epstein August 4, 2008 2384 grafts 870 one hair grafts 1150 two hair grafts 364 three and four hair grafts 4262 Total hair count Dr. Ron Shapiro November 18, 2009 1896 grafts 760 one hair grafts 852 two hair grafts 288 three hair grafts 46 four hair grafts 3362 total hair count Dr. Ron Shapiro July 1, 2011 1191 grafts 447 one hair grafts 580 two hair grafts 150 three hair grafts 14 four hair grafts 2113 total hair count
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11-16-2007, 09:01 AM
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TTDS,
I'm glad to see you are doing your research and not just taking one person's word for it...including mine .Research is the key and knowledge is power! Bill
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Managing Publisher of the Hair Transplant Network, the Hair Loss Learning Center, the Hair Loss Q&A Blog and the Hair Loss Forum and Social Community Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | YouTube Subscribe to our Newsletters | How We Recommend Physicians ----- To learn about how I restored my hair, view my my hair loss website. Remember, true beauty radiates from within, not from the skin. I am not a medical professional and my words should not be taken as medical advice. All opinions and views shared are my own.
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11-16-2007, 12:59 PM
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Sure, follicle transsection can happen, but I think you are correct in assuming that the liklihood is less with a skilled surgeon. Anytime you dense pack around native hairs I assume the risk is greater, but with a skilled Doc, since they will be taking all the necessary steps to mitigate risk, I believe it is less of an issue than you may think.
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Hairbank 1st HT 1-18-05 - 1200 FUT's 2nd HT 2-15-06 - 3886 FUT's Dr. Wong 3rd HT 4-24-08 - 2415 FUT's Dr. Wong GRAND TOTAL: 7501 GRAFTS current regimen: 1.25mg finasteride every other day My Hair Loss Weblog Disclaimer: I'm not a Doctor (and have never played one on TV  ) and have no medical training. Any information I share here is in an effort to help those who don't like hair loss.
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