Regular Member Tommo0809 Posted July 24, 2008 Regular Member Share Posted July 24, 2008 I just recently found out that I'll be obtaining a commission as a JAG officer in the navy, which I am pretty pumped about. The thing that has me nervous is that I'll have to wear my hair fairly short. My procedure is scheduled for 1200 units and I've been looking for some pictures of what should be comparable donor-scars (preferably pictures that are not close ups). I guess I'm just concerned about what I may look like when I have to keep my hair trimmed down to a #1or2 clipper guard. Any comments/reassurance/cautionary tales and, of course a point in the right direction as to pictures would be appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Tommo0809 Posted July 24, 2008 Author Regular Member Share Posted July 24, 2008 I just recently found out that I'll be obtaining a commission as a JAG officer in the navy, which I am pretty pumped about. The thing that has me nervous is that I'll have to wear my hair fairly short. My procedure is scheduled for 1200 units and I've been looking for some pictures of what should be comparable donor-scars (preferably pictures that are not close ups). I guess I'm just concerned about what I may look like when I have to keep my hair trimmed down to a #1or2 clipper guard. Any comments/reassurance/cautionary tales and, of course a point in the right direction as to pictures would be appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill - Seemiller Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 Tom, Welcome to our forum community and congratulations on becoming a JAG officer. I trust you will serve our country well . Honestly, if you are having strip surgery done, nobody can guarantee you that sporting a one or two clip on the sides and back of your head won't reveal a scar. If you have concern on showing the scar, you may want to hold off on a hair transplant until you can wear your hair a little longer. Best wishes, Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Tommo0809 Posted July 24, 2008 Author Regular Member Share Posted July 24, 2008 Thanks, I sort of figured it would be visible which I really don't mind too much, I guess I just want to have a better idea of what to expect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member the B spot Posted July 24, 2008 Senior Member Share Posted July 24, 2008 Tommo--if you are going into the JAG program your and you only need 1200 grafts, why are you doing strip? You seem to be a perfect candidate for FUE, which will give you some options both today and tomorrow---I am not really in favor of doing large FUE mega sessions, but 1200 grafts seem perfect. Quite honestly, a 1200 graft procedure will likely leave a beautiful scar, unnoticeable at a 2 or 3 guard---BUT, if your that .5% who have a problem (regardless of doc, this sometimes happens) there is no going back. I would recommend not having a strip surgery or putting it off for a bit. Trust me, after answering 1000 questions like "What happened?" and you say, "Oh my scar"--then it's explanation city-----you will care. Congrats on your commission---I have 2 years left at Valpo Law ---looked into the JAG program, can't afford to relocate with 2 kids. Anyway, good luck with everything, Jason Go Cubs! 6721 transplanted grafts 13,906 hairs Performed by Dr. Ron Shapiro Dr. Ron Shapiro and Dr. Paul Shapiro are members of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Tommo0809 Posted July 24, 2008 Author Regular Member Share Posted July 24, 2008 cheers. I guess I'm unfamiliar with FUE, I thought it was just a corrective procedure to regrow hair on the scar. I'll be sure to look into that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill - Seemiller Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 Tom, I agree that in your case, that FUE is worth considering. Be sure to do a lot of research on this procedure and learn about the benefits, risks, and limitations of this technique. Learn more about follicular unit extraction (FUE). Best wishes, Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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