Regular Member zerosum Posted April 6, 2013 Regular Member Share Posted April 6, 2013 (edited) Please take a look at my pics and let me know if I am a good candidate for a HT. I have been watching this forum for awhile now, but I am really confused if it would be a good idea for me. I am not even sure if I took the pictures the best way to get the best opinion, so if I didn't let me know.. Thanks to anyone who offers help. Edited April 6, 2013 by zerosum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member JohnnyDrama Posted April 6, 2013 Senior Member Share Posted April 6, 2013 The pics aren't fantastic but at first glance your donor looks on the thin side. You have aggressive loss, but I reckon in order for people to give a more educated guess, you'd need to post better (and closer/brighter) pics of the back and sides of your head. Have you ever used medication to try to halt the loss? 2,200 FUE + PRP with Dr Bisanga - BHR Clinic, 22-23 August 2013 - http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/171950-my-fue-2-200-prp-dr-bisanga-bhr-clinic.html Current Regimen: - Rogaine 5% Foam 2x daily - Jasons Restorative Biotin Shampoo 2x daily / Nizoral 2% 2x weekly - Nettle Root 500mg, MSM 1500mg, Biotin 5mg, Multi Vit, Omega 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member zerosum Posted April 6, 2013 Author Regular Member Share Posted April 6, 2013 My hair in these pics was only grown out for a few weeks. Do you recommend an amount of time to let it grow out before posting pics? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member zerosum Posted April 6, 2013 Author Regular Member Share Posted April 6, 2013 I did try generic propecia for a few years and just didn't really see much in terms of results. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member JohnnyDrama Posted April 6, 2013 Senior Member Share Posted April 6, 2013 I don't think the length is too important, it's more the clarity of the follicles in the donor area. It's difficult to judge how thick/thin you are on that back shot. 2,200 FUE + PRP with Dr Bisanga - BHR Clinic, 22-23 August 2013 - http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/171950-my-fue-2-200-prp-dr-bisanga-bhr-clinic.html Current Regimen: - Rogaine 5% Foam 2x daily - Jasons Restorative Biotin Shampoo 2x daily / Nizoral 2% 2x weekly - Nettle Root 500mg, MSM 1500mg, Biotin 5mg, Multi Vit, Omega 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member zerosum Posted April 6, 2013 Author Regular Member Share Posted April 6, 2013 I attached another pic if that helps. What is the best way to take pics for the best possible opinion? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member KO Posted April 6, 2013 Senior Member Share Posted April 6, 2013 I'm not qualified to comment, given my own question in this thread, but I'll forward my opinion regardless. My humble opinion is that you're an "ok" candidate if your density/laxity are average. You seem to have a 5/6 pattern, with a thinning bridge, and most of your hair loss concentrated towards the front, with some crown loss. Frankly, similar to Jotronic and perhaps Dutch. I think your candidacy will depend on the density/laxity of your donor. Good: You have a light skin/light hair match. Most hair loss is in the front, which is easier to solve your sides look reasonably high, and the balding area tapers away at the parietal humps. Bad: Density/Laxity is unknown Top of parietal humps/bridge is thinning. I think you should continue taking finasteride - why? Even if you don't grow more hair, you can help prevent your donor from thinning out, which can and often does happen. So I think the starting point is always finasteride. To document your hair best, you should take a front shot, left side, right side, back and top, in identical lighting and identical hairstyle. 3382 FUE Lupanzula http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/185463-3382-grafts-lupanzula.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member zerosum Posted April 6, 2013 Author Regular Member Share Posted April 6, 2013 Thanks KO. I will try and get some better pictures up soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member StaggerLee123 Posted April 6, 2013 Senior Member Share Posted April 6, 2013 Take some better pics using a well lit room and get them off to some of the leading clinics for some answers!!! A mega session might be in your future... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member zerosum Posted April 6, 2013 Author Regular Member Share Posted April 6, 2013 Who are the leading clinics?? I know about the one in Canada, but I don't think Canada is going to let me in (long story), so who in the U.S. should I send some pics to? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member socates123 Posted April 6, 2013 Senior Member Share Posted April 6, 2013 From the information gathered in this forum - H&W and Rahal (for canada) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Questionmark Posted April 6, 2013 Senior Member Share Posted April 6, 2013 You surely will need BHT in order to get a satisfying result in my humble opinion. You`ll have a long way to go, but it begins with the very first step;-) My HT story: http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/170355-my-experience-dr-tejinder-bhatti-2364-grafts-fue-restore-hairline.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member zerosum Posted April 6, 2013 Author Regular Member Share Posted April 6, 2013 What is a BHT? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member zerosum Posted April 6, 2013 Author Regular Member Share Posted April 6, 2013 Who are the best docs in the U.S.? I don't think Canada will let me in! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member JohnnyDrama Posted April 6, 2013 Senior Member Share Posted April 6, 2013 Body hair transplant. Have you send your pics to any clinics for an online consultation? 2,200 FUE + PRP with Dr Bisanga - BHR Clinic, 22-23 August 2013 - http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/171950-my-fue-2-200-prp-dr-bisanga-bhr-clinic.html Current Regimen: - Rogaine 5% Foam 2x daily - Jasons Restorative Biotin Shampoo 2x daily / Nizoral 2% 2x weekly - Nettle Root 500mg, MSM 1500mg, Biotin 5mg, Multi Vit, Omega 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member zerosum Posted April 6, 2013 Author Regular Member Share Posted April 6, 2013 Body hair?? are you serious? No I haven't sent any pics to clinics. I was hoping some people here could tell me about some good docs in the U.S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member JohnnyDrama Posted April 6, 2013 Senior Member Share Posted April 6, 2013 He could have also meant beard hair. Both are genuine methods of transplant used by many top clinics, with good results. The likes of Umar and Bisanga come to mind. Re top docs in the US, there are lots: Konior - Chicago Shapiro - Minnesota Feller - NY Lindsey - NY True/Dorin - NY to name a few. 2,200 FUE + PRP with Dr Bisanga - BHR Clinic, 22-23 August 2013 - http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/171950-my-fue-2-200-prp-dr-bisanga-bhr-clinic.html Current Regimen: - Rogaine 5% Foam 2x daily - Jasons Restorative Biotin Shampoo 2x daily / Nizoral 2% 2x weekly - Nettle Root 500mg, MSM 1500mg, Biotin 5mg, Multi Vit, Omega 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member zerosum Posted April 6, 2013 Author Regular Member Share Posted April 6, 2013 Why would I need beard or body hair? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Mickey85 Posted April 6, 2013 Senior Member Share Posted April 6, 2013 Would need better photos buddy. Depending on how good of bad your situation is, it could be solved with body hair or without. It all depends on the level of loss and how good your density in the donor area is. The only 2 threads you will ever need: Revamped Advantages/Disadvantages of FUE. Myths dispelled. Educate yourself Everything FUE. Manual, motorized, ARTAS, NeoGraft, physician details and more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Levrais Posted April 6, 2013 Senior Member Share Posted April 6, 2013 Why would I need beard or body hair? Not sure if you do or don't but if you do it would be because you have a large area to cover. From the pics it looks like you are a NW 5 to 6. Sometimes there's not enough scalp donor hair to cover the bald area. So, if that's the case, beard or body hair can be used to give more coverage. It will depend largely on your donor density and the amount of coverage you desire. You could use the online consults button above to get advice directly from docs. 5700 FUE in 3 procedures with Dr. Bisanga View my patient website: http://www.hairtransplantnetwork.com/blog/home-page.asp?WebID=1874 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Jotronic Posted April 7, 2013 Senior Member Share Posted April 7, 2013 Zerosum, I'll chime in with my opinion. First, get away from the generic version of Propecia. We are finding that the reliability of generics to be suspect. I just had another patient call me this past week to tell me that switching to name brand Proscar made a big improvement over the generic he had been taking for a few years. Proscar is the original version of Propecia and comes in a 5mg tablet that you cut into quarters. Take one quarter of the pill and you get the same effect but for less money. You may already be taking Proscar and assumed it was generic. If it is generic it will not say Proscar on the box but "finasteride" which is the active ingredient. Second, my gut tells me that your laxity is at least average and you have thin scalp tissue. I've looked at literally tens of thousands of photos sent to me over the years and you gain a sense for these things over time. I would suggest however that sharper photos should be taken and you should also watch my video on how to take proper HT photos for evaluation. You can see the video below. To correct a couple of things you're doing, you're using the front facing camera on your smartphone to take a picture of your reflection in the mirror. This is logical. However, it looks like you are using an iPhone 4 or 4s which only use VGA for the front facing camera. If you have the iPhone 5 it is about 1.2mp. You see the "fuzz" in the image because the optics are very basic and not as good as the rear facing optics. Second, you are placing yourself between the light source and the lens. You'll learn more in the video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ra6XolNTkPc&feature=player_embedded I think you are a candidate but your new photos will reveal more. What one should ask is what your expectations are. Are you looking for light coverage? Strong coverage in the front, light in the back? Do you even care about the crown or are you seeking a full head of hair? These are important questions to ask because it will determine your satisfaction with the final result. "Should" you get an HT? No, no one should get one. This is a cosmetic procedure and I never tell anyone they should do this. All things being equal it solely depends on how much your hair loss bothers you and if your expectations can be met. And please stay away from body hair at this point. It should only be used as a last resort where all other resources are depleted. The Truth is in The Results Dr. Victor Hasson and Dr. Jerry Wong are members of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill - Seemiller Posted April 8, 2013 Share Posted April 8, 2013 Zerosum, Whether or not you're a good candidate for hair transplantation will depend on your donor characteristics and your goals. You have pretty advanced hair loss and in the current pictures you've presented, your donor hair density appears a little thin. Of course, this could be as a result of the pictures being taken under harsh lighting conditions and the lack of clarity of the photos. That said, you've been given some excellent advice and questions to consider by other members of this community. At this point, I'd recommend researching and consulting with a few leading Coalition hair restoration physicians to discuss your concerns, goals and what can be realistically achieved for you. Best wishes, Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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