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The problem as I see it with all follicular units is one of density. The only way I could achieve the density I am after is by using a combination of FUs and minigrafts. As I mentioned in my original posting, I had a number of consultations, and all of the doctors I spoke with agreed with me on that point. As far as minigrafts looking unnatural, I would agree, if that is all I had. They provide the density I am looking for, and the FUs I have around them provide the natural look I am after. I have not had any problems is the pool, in the rain or in strong winds. For the answer to the Propecia reply, Dr. Beehner informed me that current research indicates that a daily dose isn't necessary to achieve the desireed effects. His recommendation is every other day or just Mon, Wed and Fri...whichever is easier for me to remember. I've been happy with the results from the Propecia so far.

I am a 27 year old male with thinning hair on the top of my head, out to the sides and all the way back to the crown. After much research into the field of hair transplantation, physicialn background checks, license investigations, and six consultations with large firms such as Bosley and individual doctors, I decided to have Dr. Michael Beehner of Saratoga Springs, NY perform my surgery. Dr. Beehner allowed me to (with the consent of his patient) watch a transplant surgery. He considered possible future hair loss and how a procedure now coupled with further hair loss would affect my appearance. Finally, I felt like Dr. Beehner wanted to know me as an individual and address my individual needs and concerns. I became completely comfortable with Dr. Beehner, his staff, his methodology and his recommendations. His suggested treatment for me was three sessions, with at least 6 months apart between sessions. Each session was to consist of a comination of mini-grafts and follicular units on the entire top of the head, excluding the crown area. My first procedure was one year ago, in December of 2000. That procedure consisted of 865 grafts broken down as 540 folliculars and 325 minis. I had my second hair transplant surgery with Dr. Beehner yesterday (Dec 11 2001). In this procedure, I received 855 grafts, broken down as 600 folliculars and 255 minis. I used the GraftCyte product during recovery from the first surgery. The recovery from the second procedure seems easier than the first. There is less numbness than last time, and less discomfort in the donor area. As before, I am again using the GraftCyte to reduce itching and speed up the healing process. Since this is my second procedure, I have more hair to hide the scabs that I did after the first procedure. As such, I hardly even noticed that I had anything done...on the day after surgery with nothing on my head! I am however going to wear a baseball cap for about a week until the scabs fall off. After that, I plan to use the Dermatch product to conceal any remaining scabs, etc. As far as the surgeon is concerned, I have nothing but the highest praise for Dr. Beehner and his staff. He answered all of my questions to my satisfaction (I am an engineer by trade and ask MANY questions), and was never pressured me to make a decision until I was ready. Dr. Beehner even goes so far as to encourage his patients to call him at home if it is after hours and they have questions. My results from the first procedure are better than I had hoped for. Even looking in the mirror, I have difficulty locating the transplanted hairs..they must be there, I can see huge differences in hair density between my consultation photos and my photos from a year after my first transplant! I am looking forward to seeing the results of this second procedure and finishing up with my third in about 6 or 7 months. In combination with the transplants, I have been taking Finasteride (Propecia) three times a week (according to Dr. Beehner's reccomendation) and have noticed some improvement in the crown area. I can only attribute the improvement in the crown to the Propecia, as no transplanted hairs were placed there. I couldn't be happier with my decision and give Dr. Beehner my highest possible reccomendation.

I am a 27 year old male with thinning hair on the top of my head, out to the sides and all the way back to the crown. After much research into the field of hair transplantation, physicialn background checks, license investigations, and six consultations with large firms such as Bosley and individual doctors, I decided to have Dr. Michael Beehner of Saratoga Springs, NY perform my surgery. Dr. Beehner allowed me to (with the consent of his patient) watch a transplant surgery. He considered possible future hair loss and how a procedure now coupled with further hair loss would affect my appearance. Finally, I felt like Dr. Beehner wanted to know me as an individual and address my individual needs and concerns. I became completely comfortable with Dr. Beehner, his staff, his methodology and his recommendations. His suggested treatment for me was three sessions, with at least 6 months apart between sessions. Each session was to consist of a comination of mini-grafts and follicular units on the entire top of the head, excluding the crown area. My first procedure was one year ago, in December of 2000. That procedure consisted of 865 grafts broken down as 540 folliculars and 325 minis. I had my second hair transplant surgery with Dr. Beehner yesterday (Dec 11 2001). In this procedure, I received 855 grafts, broken down as 600 folliculars and 255 minis. I used the GraftCyte product during recovery from the first surgery. The recovery from the second procedure seems easier than the first. There is less numbness than last time, and less discomfort in the donor area. As before, I am again using the GraftCyte to reduce itching and speed up the healing process. Since this is my second procedure, I have more hair to hide the scabs that I did after the first procedure. As such, I hardly even noticed that I had anything done...on the day after surgery with nothing on my head! I am however going to wear a baseball cap for about a week until the scabs fall off. After that, I plan to use the Dermatch product to conceal any remaining scabs, etc. As far as the surgeon is concerned, I have nothing but the highest praise for Dr. Beehner and his staff. He answered all of my questions to my satisfaction (I am an engineer by trade and ask MANY questions), and was never pressured me to make a decision until I was ready. Dr. Beehner even goes so far as to encourage his patients to call him at home if it is after hours and they have questions. My results from the first procedure are better than I had hoped for. Even looking in the mirror, I have difficulty locating the transplanted hairs..they must be there, I can see huge differences in hair density between my consultation photos and my photos from a year after my first transplant! I am looking forward to seeing the results of this second procedure and finishing up with my third in about 6 or 7 months. In combination with the transplants, I have been taking Finasteride (Propecia) three times a week (according to Dr. Beehner's reccomendation) and have noticed some improvement in the crown area. I can only attribute the improvement in the crown to the Propecia, as no transplanted hairs were placed there. I couldn't be happier with my decision and give Dr. Beehner my highest possible reccomendation.