Danny1671

Thankyou for the replies all. I forgot to mention that I use Rogaine foam once or twice daily, and every week I use Nizoral shampoo.  I’m scared to use Finasteride due to the potential side effects although sometimes I just think sod it I’ll give it a try!  Dr Bisanga’s rep advised I try a topical finasteride as there are some cases where results have been positive. 

Dr Bisangas rep suggested 3000 grafts into the hairline and frontal 3rd and 1000 into the crown area. I guess I like the idea of hitting all the areas that are thinning, but my concern is whether or not my donor area has enough supply to keep up with my hairloss should I decide to not take finasteride or don’t take well to it. I guess without an in person consultation with the doctor I’m not going to know the official donor density.  I am fully expecting to undergo more surgery as time goes on but would rather not be left with a ‘bullseye’ in the crown.  Man I wish I was more decisive!!

Hi all, 

I’m new to the site so apologies if I’m posting in the wrong place.  I’m nearly 37 and I’ve been losing hair slowly since 2008 so about 11 years.  I won’t bore you with too many details about lack of confidence etc, we all know hairloss is crap!  I think I’m currently a norwood 4-5 but not totally sure.  I feel I’m very close to pulling the trigger and getting an fue procedure. I’ve narrowed my search down to 2 surgeons who are Dr Edward Ball and Dr Christian Bisanga as I have been really impressed with their results.  

My question is, from my pictures, what are your opinions regarding realistic expectations in terms of hairline, density and numbers of grafts required for good coverage. 

Should I get all balding areas covered?

I have had an online consultation with a representative of Dr Bisanga who has been extremely helpful and have a consultation booked in with Dr Ball next month.  18 months ago I had a consultation with Dr Shamalak of the Crown Clinic and he recommended 1200 grafts into the hairline, and said he wouldn’t touch the crown.  Dr Bisanga has recommended 4000 grafts....

Im confused!

Any opinions welcome, and thanks in advance!