Zinedine

Impressive result... Love it, so natural... and you still have another 5000 grafts???? So lucky.

One more case where we can see the amazing combo Finas + Good Hair Transplant = Beautiful Result.

10 hours ago, hotrod999 said:

Absolutely! I’m definitely still getting used to the fact I even have a hairline now haha. 

Ha ha... I am pretty sure from this moment you will really enjoy the process... Having a new hairline, PRICELESS!

All looking as it should @Der3k7 ... now it´s the time to be patient.

By the way, I love what it could be a dream HT final result to conquer the world... this AI trend is insane... a pity we still can not use it for real life HT jobs

On 2/8/2023 at 1:50 AM, BaldGuy said:

My opinion is that when you get low growth from a surgeon and the surgeon doesn't know what happened and you got low growth, then its a bit risky to go again to the same doctor since it may happen again if the surgeon did not find his fault.

To offer a free repair was the least that Dr couto could do on that case, because his patient lost valuable grafts and he has to suffer by doing a second repair surgery for a small problem which should have been finished in one surgery with no losses at all, especially for the high price he paid.

Anyway, i hope the OP solves his hair loss problem this time with no need for another procedure.

So are you saying that every single graft should ALWAYS grow if a surgeon/technician does a perfect implantation? Right? ... From your response, you are deliberately making the doctor and his team responsible for the poor growth... don't you think Dr Couto knows better? 

As far as I know, poor growth may be due to many different variables, patient hair/skin characteristics, blood supply, patient post-op care or complications, etc... and yes, it could also be a bad job from a surgeon/technitian... but it's not something just related to the surgeon or the technician doing the job. By your response, I am not sure you knew about this.

World-class clinics and doctors obtain world-class recognition based on their HT experience, results, consistency, and care for their patients...Dr Couto and his team are among a selected group...  Now, just ask some of the greats like Dr Konior, Dr Bisanga, Dr Shapiro, Dr Zarev, Dr Sethi, Dr Hasson & Wong, to name a few, if they will guarantee a HT result ... I doubt any would do it.

From my experience, which I mostly got from this an other Hair Forums, every case is unique, and every case will have different challenges. A hair transplant's final result can never be guaranteed, even if you pay millions per graft.

Sometimes it's important to do some research before offering an opinion... if not, your opinion will look poor and negative without any foundation at all... and this Forum is the opposite of that. 

45 minutes ago, Gatsby said:

Not a great photo but it shows the donor scars two weeks post op in harsh outdoor lighting. I’ll let others be the judge. 😊

Oh yeah, look at that donor... can not see that old scar of yours anymore : ) 
Life could be great if your pursue your dreams!... love your adventure and you sharing it with us @Gatsby
 

On 1/18/2023 at 8:52 PM, FollicleFella said:

Episode (month) IV: A New Hope

Lets get this breadddd gentlemen. Finally, we are feeling generally good about how the hair is looking day to day. Right up in the light, these pics are dry but post wash/no fibers or product. With utilizing the latter, I have no confidence issues hanging with friends, going on dates, even letting the mane get slightly damp if there’s rain afoot, etc.

I am actually like 10 days shy of my 4 month anniversary but posting now as I’ll be on vacation for that.

There’s definitely areas that need to continue to fill in, but looking at these pics compared to even last month has me really optimistic. Can’t wait to see what the next 8-12 months bring.

A big thank you for all the support/interest/love passed my way on this process so far. Holy sh*t that ugly duckling sucked, and everyone commenting their support/encouragement really helped me out. Y’all are dope and I hope everyone here finds their respective peace/joy with hair restoration/maintenance.

 

Bravo... that is coming out nicely already at just 4 months... let's be patient now and in another 4 more months you will be ready for a superb summer with new a new look : ) 

Wow! This is going to be an interesting thread to follow... that method looks different but as Dr Wong says, it will for sure help with your result... keep those updates coming : )

On 1/12/2023 at 5:54 PM, cg90 said:

I paid the standard price, which I think is Bisanga does extractions and recipient prep, the rest of the time was the placements by two ladies.
I think there is the "Bisanga does everything" package which is a lot more, but seems kinda pointless when everyone is trained by him.
Dr Kostis was with another patient at the time, so I only saw him when signing forms and when I was leaving.
 

I'm just over two months in and basically 80-90% of the hair fell out a couple of days after my one month update.
All that's there at the moment is the native hair that was shaved into a little, which is awkwardly 1/3 the length of the untouched native hair.
Still very easy to hide and I rarely think about the procedure, I'm basically where I was pre-procedure which is "I really hate my hairline but everyone thinks I'm NW1".
So I'm just going to continue to forget about this and only assess what's cooking underneath when I do the month 3, 6, 9, 12 updates here.
I will say there is a tiny bit of tenderness about an inch above the recipient area that I notice when washing my hair sometimes, but that could be the minor nerve damage that can take 3-6 months to fully heal.
The donor area was very tender during the first week, but no problems since and I'm amazed at how untouched it looked within a couple of days.

Ian has sent me some pics taken immediately after the procedure, posting those here for the curious.
I didn't experience the really bad swelling until day 2, but looking at these pics, it looks like it started immediately.

I'll post some current pics for the month 3 update in 3.5 weeks time.

Thanks for sharing with such details... as from Dr Bisanga, extraction and design looks awesome... you will have a perfect hairline in no time : )

Love to see Eugenix taking on these amazing adventures as your case is really challenging ... So far all looks really good... now it's time to be patient... keep bringing those updates... thanks for sharing : )

Wow wow wow... this is just insane, 8300 grafts in 2 days and Dr Zarev doing all by himself! Can not wait to see your final result... Now wonder Dr Zarev is already giving appointments for 2025... Eager to see your evolution, this will be an amazing thread... thanks for sharing : )

21 hours ago, Mdc2021 said:

12 month post op today!

It is still the best money I've ever spent. I don't look in the mirror and with an unpleasant feeling. Instead im just excited to style my hair every time. 

I take finasteride EOD because im so happy about my hair now, and want it for as long as possible, and not worry about losing it. No sides. Also take vitamins.

Fresh out the shower with wet hair:

 

Air dried with salt water:

Styled in front of windows:

Love your result. Love Dr Bisanga, he is among the best. 

 @Mdc2021 and the photos you have been shared are gold to really understand and see what a hair transplant is about and what results should we expect depending on our hair characteristics... Thanks for sharing and detailing your adventure and thoughts. Time to enjoy : )

Wow wow... Lovely presentation... Fantastic final result by Dr Camacho.

As @Melvin- Moderator was stating before, you are now Kun Aguero´s double Doppelgänger : )

Everything looks great. Donor is fantastic already after just 30 days. And the design looks really natural.

I have seen fantastic results by Dr Pittella and his price at around 3$/graft is of great value. 
Please, please, keep and continue posting as many updates and details. Thanks a lot.

Fantastic progress. Remember you are still at 7 months. Why didn't you start already with Finasteride and Minoxidil.

I agree with @Archan , starting right away will for sure improve your outcome. Let us know how it continues till at least 18 months.

On 1/11/2023 at 9:46 AM, Gatsby said:

So I’ve grown my beard out a little bit as I’ll be using it as a donor source next week at Eugenix. Suddenly everyone (and I mean EVERYONE) at work keeps telling me I look great with a beard! Why now??? 🙄🫣😩🤣

 

 

Wow! You really look fantastic with a beard... and I am sure you will be able to keep doing that after your next procedure even if they take some from there. Keep those photos coming!

15 hours ago, stockholmare said:

Hello dear forum-friends, 

I am posting with my heart full of hope, as I will soon leave to Madrid to touch up my first (unsuccessful) procedure with dr Couto. I am now 13 months post-op, as the first surgery was carried out in Jan 2022. For reference, you can find that thread here

So, tomorrow I will undergo another procedure, with him again to add the density that failed to stem from the first surgery.

Backgroud:

After the 2000 grafts procedure, according to the Dr, my body failed to provide enough blood supply to the transplanted units, thus delivering low yield: the doc will assess the exact yield and needed grafts for this second surgery once I’ll be at the clinic. In my personal opinion my yield was about 30-35% (I am unsure tbh), but I hope he will bring some of his magic and not to need too many grafts, because I would like to keep some for future needs, should there be.

Looking forward:

I decided to go again with dr. Couto because, despite the low growth of the first procedure he struck me as a very integer person and professional, who truly cares about his patients and their happiness, and whose skills are second to none.

I will update this regularly for your reference.

Attached is the 13 months post op situation that I hope dr. Couto will be able to fix🤞🤞

Wish me luck!😄

Nice to see you will be doing a touch-up with Dr Couto, can't think anyone better than him... One thing, with the photos you post it we can not really see a real-life hair transplant result... I mean, camera is way too close and focusing on just a number of follicles ... to have a better idea of your overall result, could you post some photos with the camera at least 1 meters or so... and could you share some photos of your donor? ... Best of luck these days and thanks for sharing your experience.

Incredible result!!! Looks amazing and you still have time to get better! Donor looks fabulous and the best, those videos where we can see everything... thanks a lot for sharing great details and information along with photos and videos... wish all the cases had all this documentation.

Really nice result! Good idea to save grafts for the future.

Looking good! Which clinic and who was the doctor that proceed with your HT? 
What meds are you in at the moment? 

Fantastic job repairing this case. First-class result!

Super natural. What a change! Loving his new look!

WOW WOW WOW... get out of here!!! TOP. 
Is this patient going for the crown now? 

What a beautiful result. Just AMAZING!!! So natural. Love it!

On 8/1/2022 at 1:47 AM, mavigo said:

I think in addition of having a recommended list, there should also be an avoid list or a scale where those at the bottom are obviously to be avoided. I had a really bad experience with a physician and would like others to avoid the same mistakes I made. 

Great Post here.

And @mavigo you have a great idea, it would be really helpful to have a list of clinics/doctors that we should avoid at all costs... Also, could you share the name of the doctor and the clinic where you had the bad experience? 

On 1/10/2023 at 2:57 AM, Chances101 said:

Can any one show an example of beard hair to head results ? I Have a thick beard and was thinking about using it to fill in a thin donor spot from a bad transplant a few years back? Please attach some similar cases , or drop your opinion.

Thanks! 

Have you done your own research to find the best Doctors that could do BHT at this moment? Could you share it with us?

For sure Eugenix could be the leader of this option right now but it would be great to have a bunch of clinics that could do this.