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54 minutes ago, Gasthoerer said:

Freitas also used type A? His hairlines are great IMO. I think at the moment, there is no tool which is significantly superior than another in general. 

Agree, focus on the end result and don’t get distracted by their individual methods. 

4 hours ago, TrixGlendevon said:

Yes - that's why I am interested. Have you asked her directly if she did it or not? I had seen that site but it was, as you say, under construction. 2.5 euros is a bargain!

I’m waiting for some links from her that showcase her work & availability for surgery etc. I’ve found her very responsive & honest in her replys. 

Based in Madrid, website - ximenavila.com although it’s under construction but you’ll get contact details. I’ve been communicating with her but most of her work is on Lorenzo’s website which she can’t showcase on her website. If you believe what you read she did Lorenzo’s hair transplant.

Looking forward to the responses on this thread, my guess is you need to judge the surgery on the end results and not the procedure. All the doctors have their own supporting arguments to implanter versus forceps. I’m considering using Dr Vila as she has now departed from Dr Lorenzo and could be a hidden gem at  @€2.5 per graph. 

13 minutes ago, Gasthoerer said:

ASMED is a great clinic but it would not be my first choice for this case. Many better suited clinic mentioned in this thread already. 

Thanks Gasthoerer, who would you recommend & why? 

55 minutes ago, Spaceman said:

One last thought, which you probably already know, but for anyone else reading- regardless of which surgeon you choose, spend enough time thinking about how you want your hairline. Really think about it.  Don’t automatically go with whatever the surgeon draws. Have a conversation about it with the surgeon. Make sure you are really comfortable with it. You’re going to be seeing it a lot.

Agree, from the 5 consultations I’ve had 3 were face to face and they all drew different hairlines, strangely I can’t even remember what my hairline was like 20 years ago. Undoubtedly there’s a tendency to be adventurous (but I won’t) common sense will prevail and I’ll choose a conservative hairline, as you say you’ve got to live with it and it’s on public display for a very long time. Thanks for your advice.

It probably doesn’t make sense to you but to my untrained eye it was a hairline suited to the younger man but what impressed me more was the process from pre to post surgery, very professional with all the latest technology. 

Cheers Spaceman, I’ll look at the guys that are based in Europe. One question, what are your views on Asmed? The process (use of techs & limited use of surgeon) goes against my understanding of a HT but they seem to be producing consistently good results. 

Cheers Spaceman, appreciate the advice. It’s unfortunate that even the recommended (by some individuals on this forum) & internationally recognised surgeons can’t agree ie crown some say “do it’ & some say “don’t do it’ 

I totally agree that an average result is not good enough also I’m not looking for a hairline that I would’ve had when I was 18 years old. 

What surgeons have impressed you? I’m hoping early 2019 for surgery. 

Thanks Panamera, think I’ve already decided to run with a HT just got to figure out if I include the crown area (which I probably won’t & let the meds do their work) then decide which surgeon to employ. Although I’m based in the UK I may look further afield, thankfully cost will not be the deciding factor. 

1 hour ago, 1978matt said:

There were not the UK options there are today when I first started looking (2011) and the exchange rate was a lot more favourable.  The first time I looked on this site I saw Konior's results and from then on he was pretty much always first choice.  I spent the next 2 years having some consultations with Farjo (+ a couple of others) and their rep knew Konior personally and sent his American friend to him.  He gave him his endorsement even if I didn't go with Farjo.

The only 3 I'd consider in the UK are Farjo, Dr Ball (Maitland) and maybe Dr Reddy (FUE only).

 

Cheers Matt, aiming for early next year for a HT so will keep these guys in mind. 

18 hours ago, Melvin-Moderator said:

55 years old with that much hair and no grey hair, are you just bragging now haha jk. Man you’re doing great and I understand the desire, hey why not right. 

I think between 2,000-2,500 is about right the latter being a more aggressive approach. The crown is a delicate area, in fact you still have quite a bit of hair left. I’m not entirely sure the risk of shock loss is worth it IMO. You may spend months looking worse for little pay out.

Try layering your hair over the crown this would completely conceal it. Something like the picture below.

Thanks Melvin, no grey hair is my only claim to fame. Not sure about the layering.

The images I posted were taken when I was having a consultation so my hair was combed to one side, I’ve attached an image as to how I would normally wear my hair, covers most of my scalp until there’s a gust of wind then reality kicks in. 

Thanks Matt, can I ask you why did you travel to the USA for surgery? Surely we have the necessary skills in the UK at a similar pricing structure? 

Thanks Panamera, old but there’s life in the old dog yet!! I hope. 

Couldn’t be bothered with fibres etc. Why a HT? Suppose it’s something for me, perhaps take an interest in myself & if I don’t do it now then it will probably never happen. I’m hoping that at my age most the hair loss has happened and with the introduction of meds & surgery  I’ll feel like a new (but old) man. 

Greetings everyone,

First time posting but have been following many threads for several months now attempting to educate myself as I consider a HT. May I take this opportunity to congratulate all contributors on this forum, I have found this website such a huge help.

A little about me - UK based, 55 years of age & started thining about 25 years ago.In preparation for potential surgery 4 months ago started on Proscar 5mg 1/4 tablet a day, Minoxidil twice daily, MSM tablet once daily & dermal roller twice a week. 

As yet I have not decided on a surgeon and will again seek guidance but my issue is most of the consultations that I have either with the surgeon or online are offering different opinions on the crown. Most are consistent with the frontal region suggesting approx 2000-2500 graphs but it’s the crown area that is proving to be conflicting, out of the 5 consultations I’ve had 2 surgeons suggesting that 500 graphs should be implanted to the crown area with the other 3 surgeons advising against this saying that shock loss being the major factor and that the above medications I’m now taking will suffice with SMP another option. 

I’ve attached some images taken about 1 month after I started meds. 

Would really your views guys.