Regular Member onetwo Posted May 30, 2010 Regular Member Share Posted May 30, 2010 I'v read on many website about how african american hair give good result after surgery because of its curly nature. I have also read it is harder to safely take out grafts from the donor area again due to the curveture of the hair. I really wanna get a transplant. Surely people with such type of hair can give me some advise. Hair transplant is delicate and I wanna make sure I go to the right doctor for the right type of hair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill - Seemiller Posted May 31, 2010 Share Posted May 31, 2010 onetwo, African American hair transplantation does bring some distinct challenges. However, many reputable physicians have produced some excellent results on African Americans. You can find some of these examples on our forum. To see which surgeons we recommend, click here. To see our high standards for recommendation, click here. Best wishes, Bill Seemiller Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Glenn Charles Posted June 1, 2010 Share Posted June 1, 2010 It is true that hair transplantation in African Americans can be a bit tricky. But I have to admit that some of my most impressive cases have been in patients with these same hair characteristics. In most cases descent coverage can be obtained with fewer grafts than is usually needed for the same sized area. Dr. Glenn Charles is a member of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Blake Bloxham Posted June 1, 2010 Senior Member Share Posted June 1, 2010 Dr. Charles, I couldn't agree more. I've seen some cases where African American hair characteristics created excellent coverage and density. Onetwo, Dr. Steven Gabel recently posted a case where the curvature of donor grafts, in an African American patient, was given extra consideration. The patient is female, but you may find some of the information in the synopsis relevant and helpful. Good luck! "Doc" Blake Bloxham - formerly "Future_HT_Doc" Forum Co-Moderator and Editorial Assistant for the Hair Transplant Network, the Hair Loss Learning Center, the Hair Loss Q&A Blog, and the Hair Restoration Forum All opinions are my own and my advice does not constitute as medical advice. All medical questions and concerns should be addressed by a personal physician. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoilyBaldLady Posted June 1, 2010 Share Posted June 1, 2010 I am an African American female who had a hair transplant by Dr. Robert Dorin 6 weeks ago. Although it is to soon to see any results, everything seems to be going well so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member onetwo Posted June 2, 2010 Author Regular Member Share Posted June 2, 2010 Hi CoilyBaldLady, I have seen some of Dr. Dorin's work online. Did you have a the strip or fue procedure? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoilyBaldLady Posted June 2, 2010 Share Posted June 2, 2010 I had the strip procedure. 1600 grafts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member onetwo Posted June 2, 2010 Author Regular Member Share Posted June 2, 2010 As a male I wear my hair short therefore I would not want the scare. i wish u the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member onetwo Posted June 2, 2010 Author Regular Member Share Posted June 2, 2010 Dr. Charles could you give a link to any of your b4 and after on african american hair? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member cimbom Posted June 11, 2012 Regular Member Share Posted June 11, 2012 At least that's something positive for me. I'm not African-American but have wavy/curly hair so I guess that's a plus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Atticus Posted June 11, 2012 Senior Member Share Posted June 11, 2012 As a male I wear my hair short therefore I would not want the scare. i wish u the best. Dr. Sanusi Umar has worked on quite a few African Americans. He is also AA. Not that the matters, but it probably helps in a better understanding AA hair. Dr. Umar is located in Redondo beach, and you won't end up with a scar. He does FUE. Atticus 600 FUE - 12/07 - Performed by Dr. Umar of Redondo Beach, CA *****300 leg hair FUE implanted 7/12 to the eyebrows - 150 each eyebrow. Performed by Dr. Umar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cole Posted June 12, 2012 Share Posted June 12, 2012 I am AA and have had strip ( Two procedures Approx 2600 grafts). You need to be wary of the donor area as 'our' hair type does not do a good job of concealing the scar. Actually,I am currently researching FUE surgeons in Florida to determine who would give me the best chance at scar reduction and improving hairline density. I will post updated pics soon since I didn't post any after the second procedure in 2010. Please note that my results have improved since having the second procedure with Dr. Siporin however the donor area is still a major cause for concern. Any surgeon recommendations are welcomed. Please see link below...... http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/136079-14-months-post-op-dr-siporin.html Medication: Propecia Rogaine Foam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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