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Believe it or not, punch-outs in the hairline actually heal very well. I've had multi's removed and the scars are non-existent.

Yes, you have MPB with a somewhat resilient frontal tuft. You still have a lot of native hair so I would consider getting on fin to retain it.

If you keep the combed forward look you had before the procedure you are going to have great layering/shingling effect going on in the frontal third, making the most of the transplanted hair. Work looks stellar, I'm sure you'll be thrilled in a few months.

Would love to see updated pics before I comment. People need to remember that hair loss continues even after multiple transplants. Very few if any of us who got HT's in our 20's or 30's realized our final pattern before getting into the chair. Just because you look good 12 months out doesn't mean things will stay that way.

Can the WAW punch scarring vary depending on the skill level of the doctor/tech worker using it?

Agree with this! Disagree with this! 😉 Some bald guys look badass, and I think the OP fits into this category.

You are not the first Sikh to experience traction alopecia, and it has been successfully remedied before. Hopefully you don't develop male-pattern baldness as well - if you do then it can be more challenging. See what happens over the next few years while you're on meds, but HT's are definitely an option.

If he indeed only has 5,000 grafts in reserve then maintaining the bridge and lateral humps are crucially important. As a NW6 myself I know that only having 5,000 lifetime grafts would have left me very unsatisfied.

Your donor has healed up nicely!

Good God I'm speechless... dense and natural, what more could you want!

I've had six strip surgeries and my scar(s) are a non-issue, and I do wear my hair reasonably short and they are not particularly pencil thin scars. I don't do a fade - that's out of the question, but probably around a 3/4 guard on the sides and back. Of course, I don't use clippers at all. Part of making the most out of a transplant is finding someone who knows what they are doing cutting your hair. I go to a stylist who knows about my scars and finds a way to obscure them with a scissor cut. If you're destined to become a NW5 or worse then definitely consider FUT first, then FUE second to maximize lifetime grafts. If HT docs don't foresee your pattern getting that bad then FUE is probably the best option for you.

Yeah, don't risk it. Just say you pulled a hammy and go for a walk instead (wearing a hat to avoid sunburn).

All the advice you've received to avoid a HT is sound. Also, the shaved head and beard look works for you, so just embrace it. If anything maybe try minoxidil and/or low dose fin to see if it can thicken things up for you. SMP is an option as well but be careful as there are many clinics who deliver awful results. If you are in Europe look into Milena Lardi's Beauty Medical practice.

NW2. How old are you? Consider getting on fin.

Dr. Ron Shapiro is known as the godfather of hairlines. Definitely worth getting a consult with SMG, especially if you're in the states.

Even those with trained eyes would never be able to tell that's a transplant. 💯 Quick question - do I see a little bit of residual redness on your crown or is that just a little bit of sun?

I think in a recent interview with Melvin, Dr. Jerry Wong from Hasson & Wong said that the clinic purchased the ARTAS robot years ago but it is now collecting dust in a spare room. He did not seem impressed with its ability to extract good quality grafts, i.e. its transection rate was high.

@Raphael84 Has Dr. Bisanga noticed an increase in density of beard and eyebrow hair with patients on oral minoxidil? And at what dosage does he prefer for oral minoxidil? Thanks!

Damn, I'm jealous. 😎

Looks like you're doing great work ol' friend! Happy to see this. 🙂

I wouldn't claim to be an expert on the best docs in Turkey - other members of the board can chime in on that. I would just advise you to go about finding the best possible surgeon for your particular case, not letting cost or location become deciding factors.

This mindset has resulted in countless patients having to undergo a repair surgery. That's more money spent than if they would have done things right the first time.

Could be shock loss. You'll know for sure in a few months.

True, doctors/surgeons/technicians are people too. But if you're going to a top tier clinic I think worst case scenario is you just don't get the density you had hoped for and eventually have to go in for another round. Keep that in mind, because one and done HT's are actually quite rare.

Yes, the existing transplanted hairs can be shocked, but they are probably not as vulnerable as miniaturized native hair.