Youngun

From the sounds of it, both surgeons do approximately 2 procedures a day and do all the incisions/planting themselves while not doing the extraction. I understand that the doctor in Canada (Rahal) is known for his hairline, but am wondering if the massive increase in cost actually translates to a that much more aesthetic transplant. If not Rahal, is a European FUE doctor (like Bisanga) worth the ~$11,000 relative to the $5000 I was quoted? As I said earlier, I would like the higher quality work done (if possible) but am just asking for more experienced opinions on whether the increased cost is truly worth it.

I'm currently consulting various doctors to perform an FUE procedure in 2 months time. The procedure will be ~2000 grafts to restore my hairline in and will be in regions 1, 2, and 3. Now that I've got prices for various clinics, how much of a difference in quality vs. the price is between these clinics? For example, a well known doctor in has provided an estimate of $5000, while a very successful doctor in Canada has estimated upwards of $18,000. The hairline is the most important area for a procedure and I would obviously like to get the best transplant possible, within reason. So any recommendations on how to go about choosing a surgeon to conduct my procedure?

I have begun the minoxidil/propecia combination a couple months ago. I believe it is stabilizing harloss in the midscalp/crown regions, but I am definitely still experiencing harloss at the hairline. If the midscalp region continues to be stabilized, I am planning on having a procedure to restore the hairline only, as this forum has taught me that a procedure on the crown isnt wise. My fear is even getting only the hairline done may not be wise, if I'm to progress to a Norwood 7. Genetically, my uncle and my dad are only bald at the upper scalp region so I'm hoping thats the trend I follow. Ive attached some photos for you consideration, even though the hairline has gotten even worse since that picture.

I was wondering what early symptons indicate the highest level of hairloss (7). I have slowly been losing hair since i was 22 in the crown, with hairloss now beginning at the hairline (I'm 25). Does my hairloss at such a young age gaurantee that I will end up a Norwood 7? As of now, the areas of hairloss on the scalp are very defined and the sides/back of my head contain hair in fairly high density.

Thank you for your input. I have been on propecia and will be monitoring my hairloss over the next few months prior to making any decisions. I'm fairly certain my hair will end up the same as my uncle and grandpa, the similarities in loss and age are uncanny (both are about 4a). I agree that I should not be getting any procedures in the crown. I am however still planning on getting a procedure for the hairline with a realistic expecations based on donor density and estimated future hair loss, contingent on the propecia stabilizing my hairloss. Although i believe I will have a fairly decent donor density, i'm curious as to the effectiveness of body hair to increase density? Is it possible to have a transplant using a mixture of both scalp and body hairs? If so, in what region of the head are they typically placed?

I agree that beard hair is too thick, I was referring to the fortunate (or unfortunate?) supply of hair in my upper back, which is just as thin and curly as my scalp hair. As of now, I am thinking of heading to India and completing the first procedure with Dr. Bhatti, due to his wealth of experience in BHT as well as the many positive results i've seen on this forum. Is that the right fit in my case or do you have any other recommendations?

The wedding is in 1.5-2 years. I will start the propecia and monitor whether or not the hairloss is stopped. As for the crown, I luckily have large amounts of body hair the very closely resembles the thickness and curliness of the hair on my scalp. My hope is that this can one day be used for the crown, allowing for greater density of hair at the hairline.

Thanks for your reply California. I have attached photos to help in your assessment. Just to clarify, I am thinking of getting a transplant now to fix my hairline and supplementing with fin/minoxidil to mitigate any additional loss. Unfortunately, I cannot wait till complete balding to get a transplant due to the upcoming wedding. I appreciate all input!

I'm a 25 year old losing hair in two regions: mainly at the crown, with minor hairloss starting at the front. Furthermore, I have a very assymetrical hairline due to wearing a turban while I was younger. Due to my upcoming wedding, it is essential for me to obtain a symmetrical hairline. I am wondering whether FUE for the hairline with minor densification at the crown is possible if supplementing with finasteride/minoxidil combo to stave of hairloss for a few years? I understand I will require additional procedures further down the road, but is it possible for me to have good hair for a few years before I require further procedures. Thanks for your input!