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Gorpy

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I am 6.5 months post op from my second procedure. The first picture on the left is 13.5 months post op from my first. As you guys probably recall, I wanted to add density.

 

I have to say that I consider my 1000 graft procedure a big success. If you think 1000 grafts won't do much, this is an example of how they can. Of course this was an exceptionally high hair count 1000 graft procedure.

 

The pictures are honest outdoor pictures in bright Arizona light (no flash).

 

13_6stitch.jpg

 

Top Shot I took this afternoon:

 

2nd_6.5top_web.jpg

 

And just for kicks, here is my original look:

 

pre_web.jpg

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2700 Total Grafts w/ Keene 9/28/05

663 one's = 663

1116 two's = 2232

721 three's = 2163

200 four's = 800

Hair Count = 5858

 

1000 Total Grafts w/Keene 2/08/07

Mostly combined FU's for 2600+ hairs

 

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I am 6.5 months post op from my second procedure. The first picture on the left is 13.5 months post op from my first. As you guys probably recall, I wanted to add density.

 

I have to say that I consider my 1000 graft procedure a big success. If you think 1000 grafts won't do much, this is an example of how they can. Of course this was an exceptionally high hair count 1000 graft procedure.

 

The pictures are honest outdoor pictures in bright Arizona light (no flash).

 

13_6stitch.jpg

 

Top Shot I took this afternoon:

 

2nd_6.5top_web.jpg

 

And just for kicks, here is my original look:

 

pre_web.jpg

____________

2700 Total Grafts w/ Keene 9/28/05

663 one's = 663

1116 two's = 2232

721 three's = 2163

200 four's = 800

Hair Count = 5858

 

1000 Total Grafts w/Keene 2/08/07

Mostly combined FU's for 2600+ hairs

 

My Photo Album

 

See me at Dr. Keene's Gallery

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VN. Really adds more fullness, cool cosmetic change for sure.

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Wow, I am surprised at the difference! That is amazing. This shows the effect between 1000 on a blank slate versus 1000 on an already excellent foundation. Thanks for sharing Gorp! Seeing this, I'm already thinking "hair greed" might get me!

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There are some fairly recent top down pictures towards the end of my photo album.

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2700 Total Grafts w/ Keene 9/28/05

663 one's = 663

1116 two's = 2232

721 three's = 2163

200 four's = 800

Hair Count = 5858

 

1000 Total Grafts w/Keene 2/08/07

Mostly combined FU's for 2600+ hairs

 

My Photo Album

 

See me at Dr. Keene's Gallery

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Thanks guys. I too am surprised at the benefit I have received from this procedure.

 

I added a top shot that I just took.

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2700 Total Grafts w/ Keene 9/28/05

663 one's = 663

1116 two's = 2232

721 three's = 2163

200 four's = 800

Hair Count = 5858

 

1000 Total Grafts w/Keene 2/08/07

Mostly combined FU's for 2600+ hairs

 

My Photo Album

 

See me at Dr. Keene's Gallery

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Sweet!

 

This shows that in some cases 1000 - 2000 graft procedures CAN be a success. Too many times on here people jump to conclusions about these.

Again, more is not always better..

 

Looks great

JOBI

 

1417 FUT - Dr. True

1476 FUT - Dr. True

2124 FUT - Dr. True

604 FUE - Dr. True

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

My views are based on my personal experiences, research and objective observations. I am not a doctor.

 

Total - 5621 FU's uncut!

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Gorpy,

 

You the man! I like the effect some of those DFU's can have. In the hands of a skilled physician they can do miracles. Have they contacted you for the cover of their website yet??

 

Not to doubt that 1000 Fu can make such a drastic difference, but I wonder if you also did get some further growth from HT #1?

 

NN

NN

 

Dr.Cole,1989. ??graftcount

Dr. Ron Shapiro. Aug., 2007

Total graft count 2862

Total hairs 5495

1hairs--916

2hairs--1349

3hairs--507

4hairs--90

 

 

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Thanks again guys.

 

You know NN, I thought about that also. It is possible that hair transplant #1 has matured more over time and has added to the overall look. I really don't know. Although I do know that I have a heck of a lot of new hairs. I can tell the difference when they are new and not as long as the others.

 

Is it possible that the finasteride is also helping?

 

I'm still seeing quite a few sprouts, so this should improve more.

 

Cover of their website? LOL. I always wanted to be a poster boy icon_smile.gif

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2700 Total Grafts w/ Keene 9/28/05

663 one's = 663

1116 two's = 2232

721 three's = 2163

200 four's = 800

Hair Count = 5858

 

1000 Total Grafts w/Keene 2/08/07

Mostly combined FU's for 2600+ hairs

 

My Photo Album

 

See me at Dr. Keene's Gallery

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Gorpy

 

You hit it right on the head ( no pun intended). My 3rd Ht came about 12 months after the 2nd. I noticed a significant amount of added fullness at 14 months post op.. No way it was due to the 3rd HT at 2 months..

 

This is why I always warn people to hold judgement on the final result. As many docs mention, you can see results up to 2 years.. Everyone is different so it it best to just give it time to mature AND then see the final result.

JOBI

 

1417 FUT - Dr. True

1476 FUT - Dr. True

2124 FUT - Dr. True

604 FUE - Dr. True

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

My views are based on my personal experiences, research and objective observations. I am not a doctor.

 

Total - 5621 FU's uncut!

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Gorpy,

 

We could analyse things to death.

 

2700fu= very good results

+1000fu= awesome results

 

It just looks to me like the extra 1000 made a pretty drastic improvement versus the original 2700, so my guess is that the original wasn't done yet.

 

Also, it is possible that propecia added to the increased density by improving quality of hair and resurrecting some of those miniturized fellows you had.

 

Moreover, I have heard that sometimes angiogenesis occurs where there is an increase in the blood flow to the scalp because it is now needed?

 

 

Who knows? The results are awesome! icon_cool.gif

 

 

NN

NN

 

Dr.Cole,1989. ??graftcount

Dr. Ron Shapiro. Aug., 2007

Total graft count 2862

Total hairs 5495

1hairs--916

2hairs--1349

3hairs--507

4hairs--90

 

 

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Hi Orangehair,

I agree with the comment on the corners. I think that is one of the skills that Dr. Keene excels at. Apparently it's not that easy. I don't see other doctors doing it to that level.

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2700 Total Grafts w/ Keene 9/28/05

663 one's = 663

1116 two's = 2232

721 three's = 2163

200 four's = 800

Hair Count = 5858

 

1000 Total Grafts w/Keene 2/08/07

Mostly combined FU's for 2600+ hairs

 

My Photo Album

 

See me at Dr. Keene's Gallery

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Thanks Glock,

I do attribute it to the large amounts of hairs overall. I'm sure my hair color helps, but on the other hand, my fine hair characteristics hurt. Basically I need lots and lots of hair. In my last procedure, the doctor loaded me up with multiple hair FU's, inluding some DFU's.

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2700 Total Grafts w/ Keene 9/28/05

663 one's = 663

1116 two's = 2232

721 three's = 2163

200 four's = 800

Hair Count = 5858

 

1000 Total Grafts w/Keene 2/08/07

Mostly combined FU's for 2600+ hairs

 

My Photo Album

 

See me at Dr. Keene's Gallery

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Gorpy,

 

Just now having time to see the results.................you have to be very, very pleased. I'm surprised at the amount of density you've already added at the 6.5 month mark with only 1000 grafts. This is encouraging for me as if I ever go for HT #3 I'll do something similar.

 

Glad to see things are progressing. AT 6.5 months you should still have some growth and thickening to come.

 

Looks great,

Hairbank

 

1st HT 1-18-05 - 1200 FUT's

2nd HT 2-15-06 - 3886 FUT's Dr. Wong

3rd HT 4-24-08 - 2415 FUT's Dr. Wong

 

GRAND TOTAL: 7501 GRAFTS

 

current regimen: 1.25mg finasteride every other day

 

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Disclaimer: I'm not a Doctor (and have never played one on TV ;) ) and have no medical training. Any information I share here is in an effort to help those who don't like hair loss.

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Thanks Bank,

Good to have you back. I am still seeing sprouts so yes, it should even improve more.

 

I don't think this is the typical 1000 graft procedure. Dr. Keene really, REALLY loaded me up with hair this time. With so much underlying hair, it provides a great illusion of coverage now.

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2700 Total Grafts w/ Keene 9/28/05

663 one's = 663

1116 two's = 2232

721 three's = 2163

200 four's = 800

Hair Count = 5858

 

1000 Total Grafts w/Keene 2/08/07

Mostly combined FU's for 2600+ hairs

 

My Photo Album

 

See me at Dr. Keene's Gallery

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