New/FUE/Questions/Pics

[blankface]

Hi, obviously I'm new here. I've only recently started really considering HT. I'd like to go the FUE route, instead of FUT. The biggest reason is that I like to cut my hair short, 1 on the sides/back and 3-4 up top. However these past two years I've been cutting it to a 2 . I'd like to have a few opinions on my type of baldness and possible grafts before scheduling an appt with a Doctor. I know only a doctor, can give me an accurate answer to my questions but I would just like to have a better idea on what to ask, and what types of questions I should ask.

 

I took the pics myself, with the sunlight serving as flash.

 

My questions are.

 

How many grafts do you guys think I may need?

 

Would I be a good FUE candidate? My hair is fine/thin

 

Anyone here have any experiences with New Hair Institute in Los Angeles? (I will do a search for threads, but I figured I'd ask)

 

Or experiences with any FUE doc's in Southern California.

 

What other questions should I ask, what should I expect during the consultation

 

Yes I'll stay away from the AA guy.

 

Thanks in advance

 

I added donor area pics, will try to get better ones tomorrow as these were self taken, will get someone to take some for me tomorrow

Edited June 7, 2011 by blankface

[aaron1234]

It looks like you're a diffuse thinner on top. Do you have any shots of your donor area? A look at your donor area can help us determine if you are a good HT candidate or not. Definitely look into Dr. Rassman and while you are at it ask him about Scalp Micro-Pigmentation along with FUE. But there are many great FUE docs out there like Feller, Shapiro, Bisanga, etc. Look into them as well.

[blankface]

It looks like you're a diffuse thinner on top. Do you have any shots of your donor area? A look at your donor area can help us determine if you are a good HT candidate or not. Definitely look into Dr. Rassman and while you are at it ask him about Scalp Micro-Pigmentation along with FUE. But there are many great FUE docs out there like Feller, Shapiro, Bisanga, etc. Look into them as well.

 

 

thanks for the reply. I have been reading up on Feller and Shapiro and I like their work, however I would like to keep the procedure to So Cal if possible. If I dont find a doctor I feel confident in then I will look into doctors who are out of state.

[Blake Bloxham]

Hi, obviously I'm new here. I've only recently started really considering HT. I'd like to go the FUE route, instead of FUT. The biggest reason is that I like to cut my hair short, 1 on the sides/back and 3-4 up top. However these past two years I've been cutting it to a 2 . I'd like to have a few opinions on my type of baldness and possible grafts before scheduling an appt with a Doctor. I know only a doctor, can give me an accurate answer to my questions but I would just like to have a better idea on what to ask, and what types of questions I should ask.

 

My questions are.

 

How many grafts do you guys think I may need?

 

It's difficult to answer this question at face value. It really depends on what you're looking for, hair characteristics, donor density, etc. I usually recommend that potential hair transplant patients experiment with the hair loss learning center graft calculator. It can provide a rough estimate and give you some type of idea of expectations before entering a consultation.

 

Would I be a good FUE candidate? My hair is fine/thin

 

Again, it's difficult to tell simply from pictures and a brief description of your hair characteristics, but because of the potentially diffuse balding pattern and need for additional density, you may be a better follicular unit transplantation (FUT) patient. However, it's very, very difficult to tell and I highly recommend a consultation with a recommended hair restoration physician.

 

Additionally, if you aren't already, I'd look into preventive medications like finasteride/Propecia and minoxidil/Rogaine.

 

 

 

Anyone here have any experiences with New Hair Institute in Los Angeles? (I will do a search for threads, but I figured I'd ask)

 

New Hair Institute in Los Angeles is the practice of Coalition hair transplant surgeon Dr. William Rassman. He's a highly respected physician who continually produces excellent results.

 

Or experiences with any FUE doc's in Southern California.

 

Feel free to review our recommended hair restoration physicians in California, but remember that it's not always recommended to limit yourself geographically during a hair transplant procedure.

 

 

I hope this helps! Feel free to ask any additional questions.

[mattj]

I don't know about anybody else but I think your donor area looks quite thin.

 

I would definitely put some focus on questions regarding your donor, it's quality and total graft potential.

[mcriot29]

Hey are you on fin and rogaine.

Reason i ask is your donor area looks like its very thin as in your thin all over

seems a lot denser towards your neck area then up mid section at back of your head

[blankface]

I don't know about anybody else but I think your donor area looks quite thin.

 

I would definitely put some focus on questions regarding your donor, it's quality and total graft potential.

 

I was afraid of that I don't think I'd be a good FUT candidate either cause I have little to no elasticity anywhere on my head except for the base of neck. But I will make sure to focus on donor area quality and graft potential.

 

 

Hey are you on fin and rogaine.

Reason i ask is your donor area looks like its very thin as in your thin all over

seems a lot denser towards your neck area then up mid section at back of your head

 

No I'm not on any meds. I'm afraid of the side effects, I know they're rare but would rather not risk it. I'm single so I'd hate to have an ED episode if I'm about to get lucky on a date heh. Rather bald than limp is my motto at least for now.

 

 

Future HT doc: I'll be going to NHI's open house in 2 weeks, hopefully I'll be able to speak with Dr. Rassman

 

 

I have the money and I've decided on having the surgery, provided I'm a good candidate for surgery (as in my donor hair is enough) and I can find the right doctor.

 

 

Thanks once again for all your replies