M&M

Fantastic results Joe, especially considering all of the scar tissue that was in that area to begin with. Did you consider doing a test sample first given the scar tissue that was in the area, or did you know that by following your typical process the results would be as expected? I'm just curious. Anyway, this is truly life-changing for this patient and I commend you and your team for taking this case and presenting the results. I'm so happy that this patient is now at point they can wear their own hair without any "aids"! M&M

Great results as usual. I especially like how this case demonstrates that in the right hands, one can get away with a very short cut and have it come off completely natural with no sign of a scar. It also never ceases to amaze me how much younger everyone looks with a good hairline to frame the face. M&M

Once you're in Irfanview, simply open the image you want to resize, then hit "CTRL-R" for "resize", and input the width between 600 to 800. The height will adjust to keep everything in proportion. Then, hit "S" for "save as" so you don't overwrite your original file. Good luck!

You know, I've never liked hairpieces as they never seemed natural, but given some of the alternatives in years gone by, they certainly have their place. Think about Andre Agassi. Had he had a hair transplant instead of a 'weave' or hairpiece many years ago, he would have been left with scars and very poor looking results (pluggy hairline, wide strip, etc.), given the technology of the day. Instead, he finally shed the hairpiece and now sports the shaved look. Ditto for: Sean Connery, Bruce Willis, and many others. However, for me, it's not so much the hairline that's the giveaway (on a good system, at least), but how it "fits" to the rest of the hair. There always seems to be that telltale line of how it fits to the rest of the hair on the sides and back. Anyhow, these are just my observations, as the needs and solutions vary for each patient given the circumstances. M&M

HTNONO, Thanks for coming on and sharing your story. I feel your pain as I also went to Bosley many years ago shortly after turning 20. My hair was honestly great upon reflection, but that didn't stop them from happily forcing some grafts in. But, time moves on and I must focus on the positives, not the things I can not change. So, I've had a couple of recent corrective procedures to (a) thicken up my hairline and (b) hide the old Bosley work. Bill is right when he mentions Irfanview - it's great. A solid source is www.download.com which is a reputable site. Just put in "irfanview" and download the software. It's free and simple to use. M&M

Looks great Janna and thanks for posting so many varying angles to showcase the results. The results are even more impressive when factoring in 3300 FU grafts over such a large area. M&M

This is wonderful news to hear that the site is doing so well and growing that it needs more staffing. Good luck to everyone who applies! And thanks B-spot for the kind words! M&M

Great summary Jotronic. You continue to raise the bar with respect to providing valuable photo advice. I think the most basic question any hair loss sufferer can ask themselves after taking a photo is: "does it represent the way your hair looks?" To your point, there's no sense in sending photos to a doctor or posting photos online that make one's hair look overly dense or overly thin. What you want to obtain are clear, sharp, representative photos. Finally, I couldn't agree more about getting a good camera. In this day of quality $100 - $150 compact cameras, there's really no excuse for using blurry, out-of-focus, too-dark, oor over-exposed photos. Play around with the settings on your camera: if you have to use a flash, then stretch your arms out more and use a bit of optical zoom to (a) provide more of a close-up and (b) minimize the glare from the flash. You might also want to try out the "macro" function on your camera if it has trouble focusing when you want a close-up. Good luck to all! M&M

Looks great - especially the hair putty photos. I'm really glad you added those to show how modern and flexible a successful hair transplant can be. M&M

Dr. Paul, The work looks excellent. I'm really impressed with the results of this case along with the one presented by Janna the other day as both patients were diffuse thinners which from my understanding can result in transection if one is not extremely careful of the surrounding hairs. Clearly, your technique is yielding great results! M&M

I look forward to the new site!

What a great example of how to help someone suffering from diffuse thinning. From the looks of it, this patient could likely return to work within a week quite easily, carefully using his existing hair to cover any post-op redness. The documentation here is superb: wet, dry, parted down the middle, and styled as he usually wears it. This is very impressive! M&M

It's looking great Bill. I can't believe it's already been 6.5 months since you announced you were going in for your 4th (and final?!) HT and shared your Vancouver photos. I look forward the future progress over the coming months! M&M

This is just shameful of these sites. I mean, I'm glad they recognize great work, but really!! Unless of course Bobman is making a killing selling his photos on the side

Jotronic, These have to be some of the most impressive photos I've seen. These photos should be shown to any prospective hair piece wearer as a deterrent against the unnatural hair piece and a showcase of just how far a hair transplant has come. This patient honestly looks countless years younger and 'modern' with the new hairstyle. Can I ask how the old tunnels were removed? Thanks for all of the angles and high-res images! M&M

Andy08, Great writeup, which is much appreciated and helpful to those new and looking for HT information. I'm also encouraged that both doctors recommended a conservative approach given your age. Thanks for the photos and hang in there during the 'doldrums': - months 1-3 are just waiting for the new hair to even *start* to grow - months 4-6 are the hairs growing at marginal rates each month Then, you should start to really notice some key changes. Of course, you could be the desired fast grower that notices huge improvement by month 5, but just don't go in with that expectation. All the best in the coming months and I look forward to seeing your progress. M&M

Not at all. Just think of the convenience... have a HT *and* your teeth done at the same time. What's not to like? (Kidding of course!!) M&M

Severn, I finally found your photos! Congratulations on your procedure and as others have mentioned, the work looks great. I look forward to see your updates as time progresses. All the best for strong (and early!) growth! M&M

That certainly sounds like a consultant for a clinic! "How long have you been performing FUE" - that's a fair question and one that should be asked. But don't think that length of time should necessarily equate to superior results. As an example, Bosley (among others) has been doing HT's longer than many on this site, but Bosley is inferior as they don't have updated methods, top staff or high ethics. It's all about going to a clinic that cares for YOUR needs, not theirs; a clinic that will only perform a procedure that they can guarantee will live up to their high expectations. "How many grafts can you transplant per day (anything under 1500 is NOT an experienced doc, believe me)". Nothing could be further from the truth. This is clearly an Armani fan boy or rep. If you do go with FUE, it's not about how quickly they can get you in or out, or how many they can do in a day or a week, it's about the quality of the end result - low transection, high survival rates and excellent hairline design. "How many FUE procdures do you carry out per week?" This is a good question, but the answer may surprise you. If a doctor says 10, then this means they 'hustle' patients in and out too fast; In fact, 5 in a week may be too many unless they are all small procedures. If a doctor says (I think) anywhere from 1-5, it means that the doctor does FUE, either by itself or in addition to Strip, and is perhaps well experienced in both and allows each patient to select which procedure is right for them. A doctor that does perform both procedures can also help to determine which procedure is best for the patient given their degree of hairloss, age, expectations, etc. Don't let a doctor who only does 1 FUE per week scare you as it might mean 1 patient over the course of 2-3 days per week are set aside for FUE, while the other days are for Strip. In other words, you know the top doctors on this site, and BSpot is right: a good doctor will give you the pros and cons of both procedures. Also, take a look at people with similar hair loss as you and review before/after strip and FUE procedures. M&M

hairshare - fantastic results. This is very impressive and I appreciate the shots from multiple angles. What a great transformation! M&M

Severn, Congratulations!! I know you did a lot of research and asked a lot of questions in advance, so I'm really pleased that it came out even better than expected! 1-2 hours of scalp exercises a day? Wow - that is dedication! I can't wait to see the photos! M&M

Here's an updated picture straight out of the shower, no product and no styling, just combed it back. The short little hairs in front are the ones that were trimmed:

Captain O, Given that you are under increased stress, both from work and your personal life, that could be the cause of your recent shedding which may or may not be permanent. Perhaps look into some multivitamins and Rogaine Foam to hang onto what you have. Given your hair loss right now along with your family history, you need to tread carefully, take your time doing your research and seek some consultations from top doctors. But don't be in any hurry to have a HT! Very few regret waiting... but many have regretted rushing into one. M&M

It's amazing how perfectly straight and harsh the old Mini & Micro graft hairlines were, which I can speak to from personal experience. This is a tremendous turnaround and I really like the hairline design you planned for this patient. M&M

CaptainO, It's difficult to compare these photos due to angles and resolution, but I can honestly say you are the first person I've ever met who is glad their hair is falling out at an accelerated pace so they can quickly get a HT. I think a rapid thinning should set off some alarms and should make you more hesitant to get a HT, not the other way around. I think the best HT candidate is one whose hair loss has stabilized somewhat. I don't mean it has "stopped", but certainly slowed down or stabilized to the point that one can make a good assessment of utilization of grafts and hairline design. Are you on any meds - Propecia and/or Rogaine? Has your diet changed lately? Increased stress? How old are you? What is your family history with respect to hair loss?