I think that the surgeon did a really good job with the extractions, there will be minimal scaring.
Its just the sides, really noticeable contrast and increased density compared to the native hair.
I have seen Joe Rogans results. He had three failed FUT transplants and decided to shave it. His head looks good apart from the happy smile scar in the back of his head.
I guess the best advice I would give anyone before getting a hair transplant, is shave your head. Keep it shaved for at least a year before committing to a hair transplant. You might find you like it and will save you a lot of money and stress.
What persuaded me was the fact i was on medication for a year prior to the HT, i noticed my hairline was still slowly receding. I saw excellent results ie Lewis Hamilton etc and thought I wanted a more youthful hairline so decided to do it.
I will upload some pics shortly after stripping the exif data.