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  1. jrsmith28
    Thanks everyone! For anyone like me who stalked this site for years looking at results and contemplating a procedure, I say DO IT. It changes so much.
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    Yes extremely happy! It couldn't have been any better. No crown work done. I'm sure that's coming in a few years. As I grow it out I've started to put some gel in and comb it up. It's so crazy I haven't been able to do that in 15 years.
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    It's been a slow gradual growth from the start. You really don't even notice a change that much until you do something with pictures like that and remember how bad it was. I feel great. Everything is just how I thought it would be. No complaints so far!
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    9 months in...
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    5 Months in! I have some hair spray in...fuller with dry hair. I can now cut down to a 4 and there is no visible scar.
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    3 Month update........ It's funny because the dreaded "ugly duckling" phase never really hit me. I feel like shortly after the procedure, I simply went back to looking exactly like I did pre-op. I went back to work and honestly didn't even think about it. Now I am hitting 3 months, and am starting to notice some early growth. It's far from thick, but with a comb I can make it look better than pre-op. Can't wait for the coming months to see what happens.
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    Look's great! I hope I can get a quick growth like that.
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    Look's great! It's funny how getting a little more hair suddenly gives motivation to work out. I'm a month post op and have started running and lifting like never before. It's like we finally have a real goal in sight with a new self image.
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    1 month down...
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    Yup!!! It's almost gone. Funny how that happens. It's definitely gradual...but noticeable. I also just shaved my hair down to a 5 attachment. I'm basically back to pre-op now with minor redness and slightly visible scar line.
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    I'm a little over 3 weeks and have a question. I don't think I have shed anything yet. Don't you typically shed within the first few weeks? Does it just hit all at once or is it a gradual shed?
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    I am 2 weeks post op and with it being summer, wondering about the effects of sunlight. At what point is it safe to let some sun on your head? I also tend to burn easy...would even a slight burn damage anything to the new hair sites and prevent growth? I haven't shed anything yet, but know it is coming, and want to know how long I have to obsessively protect my head.
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    Thanks I think so too! 3045 total.
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    1- 752 2- 1531 3- 664 4- 98 Total - 3045
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    I have no clue. I was planning on going back to Charlotte to get them out so they could look at everything too. I'm probably just being overly cautious.
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    A couple before and 3 morning after procedure.
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    Thank you all!! I'll be looking forward to some feedback. I couldn't imagine a better experience than what I had with Dr Cooley and staff. I was nervous about the strip and that actually turned out to be the easiest part. They make you feel so comfortable. I'll attach some day 2 pics.
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    I just got back to my hotel room after spending the day with Dr. Cooley and his staff. I underwent my first FUT. Soooooo many feeling right now. I have been contemplating this move for over 10 years and so happy I finally did it. I couldn't sleep last night I was so nervous. I will post pictures tomorrow and start tracking my progress as the long wait officially begins!
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    More hair look...
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    I've been on Propecia since I was 19. It has helped a lot. I think I would be completely bald. I typically have my hair longer and don't want to shave it down that low. If I can get away with a 3 or 4 shave I'm good to go.
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    I scheduled with Dr. Cooley for mid April!!! Can't wait. I decided to go with FUT and was told I would need around 3000. It's a weird feeling. After considering this for over 10 years, I finally pulled the trigger and now it's a very nervous/worried feeling of making such a permanent decision. Anyone else go through that? I've hated my head and been depressed about it forever, and now I find myself looking in the mirror asking if I really need it....???? Wth??? I just hope it works out.
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    Exactly. With how bad the front looks, I'd much rather live with a bald crown in the future.
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    Thank you all!!! I'm getting more info on this thread than I have from meeting with docs! I would RATHER let my hair grow out...it just looks really funny with the front receding. I also have a big head which doesn't help. I wouldn't mind the scar from FUT as long as I wouldn't have to shave again. I'll attach an image a little more grown out. Either way, I have decided that I do not look good at all bald or shaved. I wear a hat constantly anyways. I don't think the self consciousness could get any worse even with a scar. I just want a hair line without this big long widows peak. I'm definitely leaning towards Cooley. I'm going to set up a consult today.
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    I live in the Northeast GA area. I am close to Atlanta and 4 hr drive from Charlotte. I am considering Dr Griffin, Dr Cooley, and just saw that Dr Mwambe has a GA office possibly. Any thoughts? Opinions? Recommendations? Fue or Fut? I have been researching for years and am ready to finally pull the trigger.
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    jrsmith28 posted a gallery image in Member Albums

    From the album: pre-op

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