Up until recently, I used the combination of both Dermatch and Nanogen to achieve a look of density.

Since I had recession at the front of my scalp, I wasn't able to achieve a straight line, and I had to follow the receding hairline. Even still, the result was believable to people who didn't know that I was using these two products.

Like another poster mentioned, there's an amount of trial and error involved, moreso with the Dermatch. Since my hairloss up front consists of fading hair, I can't have a strong hairline, and it took some time with tissue paper to wipe away just the right amount to make it look proper.

The Nanogen fibers were also necessary to help cover the painted scalp. When I put on the Dermatch, I applied it all over, wherever there was hair. In the thinning areas, this would have been noticable unless I applied the fibers on top.

As a combo, they worked for me. There's a cost factor involved, as well as the time needed to apply it each day, and to wash it out at night.

My regret is not realizing the extent of my hair loss soon enough and not taking stronger minoxidil to stop it before it got to where it is.

Aaron
What do you use for concealer? Ive never used concealers before..just wondering your method?

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Dr Rahal in January 19, 2012
4808 FUT grafts- 941 singles, 2809 doubles, 1031 triples, 27 quads

My Hairloss Website

Yo Newhair,

I currently use dermmatch for my crown. I often, though not always, sprinkle a little nanogen on top of the dermmatched area. And less frequently I add a little nanogen to the front. After three transplants to the frontal third I believe I don't need much concealing there anymore - though who knows I might change my mind someday.

The best way for me to apply dermmatch is fresh out of the shower with a slight towel dry. Wet hair makes it easier for the dermmatch to go on without too much rubbing and pulling of hairs.

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2008 Dr. G – presumably 1,000 grafts / 2,142 hairs
2009 Dr. Paul Shapiro – 2,348 grafts / 4,258 hairs
2011 Dr. Paul Shapiro – 1,999 grafts / 3,624 hairs

My Hair Transplant Journey with Shapiro Medical Group

Thanks for the advice aaron!

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Dr Rahal in January 19, 2012
4808 FUT grafts- 941 singles, 2809 doubles, 1031 triples, 27 quads

My Hairloss Website

Hi Mac1,

Any success with concealing the donor scar with very short hair ( Grade 1 or 2) ?

Anyone out there has done it with some success?