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Couto is good surgeon... Other surgeon you can consider are dr munib ahmad who is producing excellent results consistently..and the way he showcase his work reflects his confidence. There are many other good surgeons like dr pinto, dr Ferreira , dr de freitas , dr ximena villa and many more...

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Reputable surgeons usually have a waiting time of approximately three to six months atleast, although occasionally, you might secure an appointment due to a cancellation.

Dr custodio is a good surgeon but sorry to say your approach towards finding a good surgeon is totally wrong Undergoing surgery is a significant decision that will impact your life indefinitely, so it's crucial not to hastily rush into it. Instead, take the time to carefully select a surgeon whose outcomes align with your preferences and who understands your objectives and aspirations, rather than settling for someone simply because they are readily accessible. I hope this helps you. Good Luck.

Thanks for the appreciation brother...

Thanks brother..yeah i already posted my crown pictures in earlier post but let me attach them again for you

As mentioned by others previously, I haven't come across any standout hair transplant practitioners in Australia. Turkey does have some reputable doctors in this field, but it's worth noting that excellent surgeons can be found in other parts of the world too. So, rather than focusing solely on one or two countries, it's advisable to broaden your search to consider all potential options. So look for doctors in Turkey but also look for doctors in other parts of the world which can broaden your options. Ultimately, what matters most is the skill and proficiency of the surgeon, regardless of where they're located geographically.

I would agree with the above poster that your pics don't show any firm signs of retrograde alopecia though if you have doubts than you may consult a good hair transplant surgeon and get yourself checked once.

👆 Happy growing and keep updating brother.

I'd like to explain how surgery is approached —> As a first step, you should address the underlying cause of your hair loss...even if you undergo surgery, if your hair loss continues, then you will be in the same state again soon...surgery won't solve your hair loss problem... It is therefore important to consult a good doctor who is more familiar with hair loss and begin medication. This can stabilize, slow down, or reverse your hair loss...this is the key to a successful outcome...to reap the benefits of medication, you need to take it religiously for the full 12 months and then reassess your situation and plan accordingly. —>In addition to taking medication, you should also educate yourself. You can use this 12 month period to research more about hair transplant surgery, learn more about the whole process, and understand the nuances. Research good doctors around the world and shortlist around 4-5 doctors based on your findings, and then consult all of them to determine who best fits your needs and expectations. Taking all of the above things into account will pave the way for a successful surgery. I hope this helps you ...best of luck

You needn't worry about the donor area just yet, as it's still too early in the healing process. Temporary shock loss can cause a patchy appearance, but with time, typically 3 to 6 months, or sometimes longer, it will start to look more natural. Even now, despite photos possibly being misleading, your donor area seems to be in good condition, especially considering you've had a previous FUE surgery. However, it's important to manage your expectations realistically since you're extracting more grafts from the donor for the second time. While it should still look natural, don't anticipate it to be as dense. During a hair transplant, it's important to understand the various stages involved. Initially, there's a shedding phase where transplanted hairs fall out within the first 3 months, followed by a gradual growth phase with uneven growth rates and possible patchiness.There can be a shock loss on donor which result in patchy appearance of the donor. There can be Numbness, discomfort, redness, and pimples which may persist for around 6 months or more. All this are a part and parcel of the surgery. Patience and trust are crucial throughout this process, as it takes about 12 months to achieve a well-blended and natural-looking result. Stay calm and patient, and keep updating on your progress. Happy growing! I hope this helps you to calm your nerves now and then. Good luck brother.

Thank you guys. Thanks for the appreciation..i would never doubt your intentions as i have seen all your posts and your engagement on the forum which adds so much value and your criticism isn't targeted ones but always genuine ones..your aim is always to give genuine advice and you always criticise/praise the work of a doctor without being biased or keeping a soft corner/ grudges for someone. This is the approach which should be followed to its core....and i understand there are some misses with that and that thing is hitting the reputation and this should be addressed properly and swiftly.. I didn't disagree on the core statement of yours which was to call out those Turkish Hairmills, but its just that i feel that its better to call out those clinics/doctors without naming countries as that might be defaming the whole country(though nor u or any other would want it intentionally)...even i initially was using the term "turkish hairmills" but than i understood that i should refrain from this..the reason is as am now active on so many forums and i communicate with so many patients everyday, i feel patients are getting hesitant in trusting even good doctors from turkey...many other non turkish clinic are taking advantage of the situation by asking patients to think twice before going to turkey..even there are many influencers and media houses which are making sweeping statements about turkey and that's not fair i believe...so i feel its better to call out all those clinics without naming a country...so my only concern regarding your statement was that and i don't disagree with the core message of your statement. I hope you get me..😊

How would i know that...😅 Am not someone who has any authority to nominate/denominate me or any other member here...so let's see what comes out of the box... Regardless of who the moderator or panel members are, its u, me and all of us who will make the forum running and helping people around the globe when it comes to hair related issues..Moderator or few special members can't make a community ,its all of us who make it and its all of us who will keep running and improving. The notion that a community is shaped solely by a moderator or a select few is flawed; instead, it is the collective contributions and actions of every member that define and elevate its quality. Each individual has a role to play in fostering a positive environment and driving continuous improvement within the community. It's a collaborative effort where everyone's participation and commitment are essential for its growth and success.

I agree there should be a specific time frame to review a doctor..look at the work he/she has done in this specific period and act accordingly. I agree to this and that's why a panel formation would be a good idea and the panel should also consist of one or two experienced and ethical doctors...its easy to criticise a result but we also should keep in mind that there are so many factors affecting the outcome of a surgery plus we have good knowledge of the process as whole but the fact is that we are not doctors and that's why a doctor's role would provide a better value to the panel. Yeh i agree to this that there should be unbiased opinion...as far as what my take on this is that there are members who are taking laid back approach(may be unintentionally) when it comes to criticising doctor's work ,which gives wrong impression many a times plus there are many members who are being too aggressive and assertive in their approach which is also not good..actually there is a fine line to stand on..if you be on the right side of it,it can look anti patient and if you be on the left side of it,it looks anti doctor ..so standing right on line would be better which would balance things out..and there are only very few people who are standing on the line and being objective and who are not leaning on either side of the line. I understand your concern and motive behind this..what you are aiming for is that this will help patients in avoiding those unethical clinics/doctors...i agree the hairmills should be called out but i would TOTALLY DISAGREE to call out a specific country or name it and shame it just because there are many doctors who are following unethical practices...i believe in calling out clinics/doctors who are doing this without naming any country..there are good doctors in turkey and there are many bad ones and this is situation in every country...there are such hairmill/unethical practices being followed in my own country(india) and same thing is going on in USA ,Australia, UK and many other parts of world. A good doctor, regardless of his location or country rules would follow ethical surgical protocols and rules which they have been taught when they get their degrees and this thing is same all over the world...no school or university in the world would have ask them to do such unethical practices and always taught them to follow surgical norms and to keep patient's intrest on the top. So please kindly call out such doctors/clinics without adding any country name to it. @Z-- you have earlier stated that the forum is taking a hit for being biased and i would agree on that..there is indeed a lot of chatter regarding many issues and i personally talk to so many people who are active on different forums and there is this perception which needs to be addressed. I believe there are some things for which the forum or the moderator is being unfairly targeted and there are some issues which could have been addressed better and we should accept the hit on our chin for that and should accept that they all have been fairly criticised. But as long as there are members like @Z-- @Melvin- Admin and many more, we can fix anything which should be fixed as we are all open to the criticism and happy to address them.

This 👆 Plus, It is unfortunate to inform you that your approach to finding a good surgeon is wrong. It is not wise to look for a surgeon based on their location, because it will eliminate all other good options you have available to you. As there can be good doctors in NYC / USA, and even in other parts of the world, it makes sense to look for a good surgeon regardless of your location preferences, which gives you a wide range of options. The most important part of the whole process is your surgeon and you are doing yourself no good by limiting your choices for that. Consider prioritizing the quality of the surgeon over location preferences to access a wider range of expertise. I hope this helps you..Best of luck.

He is a good doctor though due to lack of patient reviews many patients are hesitant to choose him...you can try checking for his reviews on some other forums.

To maintain a buzz cut effectively, it's crucial to ensure that the density of the implanted hair matches the density of your natural hair. Unlike other hairstyles where a specific number of hairs per square centimeter might be a guideline, there's no universal figure for a buzz cut. The density of your own natural hair serves as the determining factor. So, when maintaining a buzz cut, it's essential to consider your native hair density to achieve the desired look.

If you gently massage to remove scabs, grafts won't dislodge, so there's no need to worry. Plus, there was no bleeding, which adds to the satisfaction.

In my opinion, the initial error your doctor made was agreeing to perform the procedure on you, given your status as a high Norwood patient with limited donor hair. However, if the doctor did communicate in advance about managing your expectations regarding the results, then that aspect is acceptable. It's common for both native and transplanted hairs to shed, with around 80-100 hairs falling out daily being considered normal due to natural hair cycles. However, if the shedding exceeds this range, it could be a cause for concern and you should than take some precautionary measures.

Extracting 1600 grafts usually doesn't over harvest the donor area unless they're specifically concentrated in one zone. The current situation might be shock loss, and it takes time for the donor site to fully recover. It's common for it to take around 6-8 months for the donor area to return to a normal appearance. My suggestion is to be patient and allow more time for everything to resolve and I hope you are on medication which can help you in this.

At 11 weeks post op you can use your usual shampoo...

Finasteride will help in lowering your DHT levels in your body which is a primary cause of hairloss in most of the patient Minoxidil will improve/increase the blood flow to the scalp and thats how it stimulates the hair follicles which will make hair strands more fuller and thicker and will result in providing better coverage...this keeps your hair in anagen(growth) phase for long. Both the medication mentioned above complements eachother very well and that's why they are often prescribed together..everyone will not see hair growth but even if you are able to stabilise it or slow it down than its already a big win. Discontinuing either minoxidil or finasteride significantly increases the likelihood of losing any progress achieved. I hope this helps you. Good luck.

Hey everyone,I hope you're all doing well. It's hard to believe it's been almost 10 months since I made the decision to undergo a hair transplant, and I couldn't be happier with the results. In the past, I've shared close-up pictures focusing on my hairline and details, but this time, I wanted to show you how my hair looks in everyday situations – whether I'm out in public or snapping pics for social media.Sure, there may be some tiny flaws, but I think it's important to showcase the other side of hair transplantation – how it can change your overall appearance and boost your confidence. I know there are risks involved, and negative outcomes are possible, but I believe it's essential to highlight the positive impact it can have on someone's life.So, I'm attaching some photos of me in everyday scenarios, rather than just close-ups of my hairline. After all, in the real world, nobody really pays attention to those minor details – it's all about feeling good about yourself and rocking your style with confidence.

Yeah eugenix ofcourse is a good option you can consider brother.

Hopefully soon brother.