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  1. Well I just left a long reply that got lost because I wasn't logged in. Arg. Basically, I added to what sabby was saying but I wanted to make a few more comments, so I'm taking the time to re-write my reply. I have not heard of Dr. Verret and it looks like he does not specialize in HTs. I would like to see his work, but because of the complexities of an HT procedure, I would be very careful about who I chose. The names for the top HT docs is very small group, and one that Arocha is part of. Feeling comfortable is good but meaningless unless your doc is a proven in this particular field of surgery. I have seen many stories of patients who had no hair growth or even worse, disfigurement from the procedure. And from what I've seen in the past, these are from "jack of all trades" surgeons. Again, I have not seen Dr. Verret's work, but I would be cautious. Dr. Arocha has a loyal following for good reason. He is proven (look at his many results and reviews by his many patients), but also he IS a very good surgeon, who also is very personable and professional. I've had many long discussions about hair and HTs, and we've also become friends somewhat because of our shared interest in art. He threw a party for his clients over the last holidays! How many docs do that. He has a great staff. Dr. Arocha is proven, friendly and is considered one of the best. Dallas and Houston, you're luck to have him! I'm glad I chose him as my HT doc. Good luck and best wishes! Maxhair
  2. I had a HT done by Arocha, and one very similar to what you are considering. He did a dense pack in the frontal area. The results are amazing. In my opinion, one of Dr. Arocha's strengths is that he is very good at creating a natural hairline and then packing the density directly behind it so it looks very natural. I would certainly recommend meeting Dr Arocha and discussing your needs. You can look at my blog and see the results for yourself. I've also had more growth since my last post. I used to be hesitant about wearing my hair combed back in any fashion, but now that's my every day look. You'll see that in my post (that I can now comb my hair back and have a full look.) Very easy guy to talk to. You'll enjoy your visit. You'll be in good hands.
  3. Maxxy. I forgot about Proscar. Good catch. James_1986 - Everyone here is right. Like Sparky said, you are 100 percent not a good candidate. Just put the thought of a HT out of your mind period, until if/when hair cloning happens. And even then, let's say it's 10 years away, and you've been on Proscar for those 10 years, you'll all of a sudden have a full head of hair. Everyone would notice... if that matters to you. One thing that I didn't see mentioned, if you had a HT right now your scar would be so obvious, and it would remain obvious for a very long time. You could grow your hair over it but still, I don't think even that would be that effective. Sorry buddy. About women... I think women feel about a man's hair as us men do about women's breast. I don't pick my girlfriends based off of the size of their breasts. I mean, it never even crosses my mind really. I'm guessing that is generally true of most men. And I think women are the same way about men's hair. One confident "Hello" and they don't notice anything other than your confidence. Again, work on the things you can control and you will end up being a happy man. This is just my opinion. Best wishes.
  4. James, if you send Spex a photo please send me one too (face blocked out). The ONLY reason I would take propecia if I were you at this point is to save what you have in case a miracle happens and hair cloning becomes a reality. Otherwise it's expensive and has side effects.
  5. Stripped - This is the message board or forum. Click on "My Hair Loss Website - Hair Transplant with Dr Arocha" below. That is the blog.
  6. One more point. This "hair cloning' that we keep waiting for might be an answer for you when/if it arrives. Keeping that in mind, you might consider propecia. I don't really think Rogain is worth the hassle.
  7. James I feel your pain and I understand your depression and anxiety. Try contacting Arocha and Rahal for a second opinion. If they say the same thing then it's time to come to terms with a new way of viewing yourself. Cut your hair short, get in shape, wear nice clothes. Putting the other things aside for the moment, women (sorry if I'm assuming gender) aren't as vain as men when choosing a mate. I know that sounds like a stereotype but women have slightly different needs from a man, like stability and confidence. Having a full head of hair is great but, it's only one of dozens of things about you that attracts other people. Work on the things that you can control, the other things, let them go. In the grand scheme of things, they're not that important anyway. These are just my personal opinions.
  8. Stripped - Did you have a blog on this site?
  9. I had an HT done by Dr. Arocha just over a year ago. I'm an entertainer and make a living "in the spotlight" so to speak. I have rather long hair and it began to diffuse thin (general thinning all over the top of the head), with the frontal area being the most noticable. I did just over 2000 grafts to get my hair line and thickness back and Arocha did a great job. And he didn't make me shave, which was crucial to me. He did a very clean job. With a spotlight on you it's very easy to notice bad HTs and like I said, clean work. No redness, no swelling, healed fast and after the initial couple of weeks I went back to stage work and no one noticed a thing. That's clean work. I also now have a much better hairline and fuller frontal area. I'm planning on going back for a second HT with Dr Arocha to touch up some other areas I didn't get to last time. I suggest calling him up and making an appointment to speak with him and ask questions. He's a very easy guy to talk with and you'll feel comfortable in his office. He has a great staff too. Anyway, best wishes. Feel free to ask me any questions in public or PM me.
  10. I had an HT done by Dr. Arocha just over a year ago with very good results. That reminds me, I need to update my blog. Dr Arocha is very easy to talk to. I would say to just phone him up, make an appointment and have a good talk with him. He did not pressure me in any way and in fact put up with all of my questions. He's a good guy and a good doctor. I highly recommend him.
  11. For longer curly hair, Toppik works like a charm.
  12. Great question! I asked the same question when I was looking around. And thanatopsis_awry is right. All doctors do all hair types. However, some doctors seem to have an eye for certain hair types and one of the reasons I chose Dr. Arocha is because of the very impressive work he showed me on diffuse thinning curly headed people like myself. Look at my profile for example. I combed my hair back wet for most of the photos but look at the 7 month mark. Also look at his website and check out how many curly-headed and ethnic hair types he's done. So to answer your question, it's like a hair cut. Not harder to do a HT on a person with curly hair, but perhaps some doctors may have more of an "artistic" flair for certain hair types and the way they tend to grow out and cover. Arocha did a great job and not only is my hair curly, but it's very long too. So he had to do his work with a lot of hair in the way and it didn't faze him a bit.
  13. baldboy - I agree with most everything said here. But let me throw this out there. If money wasn't an object, and I was you (and I don't know what you look like), I'd stay on propecia and get the biggest mega-session I could. Worry about 30 when you're 30. Who knows what advances will happen between now and then and at the least, just get another HT done later. That may not be the most PC of answers but it's probably what most of us would do if we could.
  14. I didn't mean losing grafts. I meant hair, not follicle.
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