My choices for a HT - Opinions?

[Roberto-94]

Hey Roberto,

 

Absolutely!

 

If there is a doctor you think best suits your needs, I think you'll be pleased you traveled to see this doc in the end.

 

I'm glad you were able to consult with Dr Reddy. He's been thoroughly screened and approved by our community here, and it's good you were able to get the perspective of an FUE-only doctor.

 

Consulting with multiple doctors is always worthwhile, in my opinion. Sometimes patients almost confess to me that they've consulted with other doctors. And they seem a bit surprised when I tell them: "that's great! Consult with a few more." Haha.

 

Obviously the whole "FUE v FUT" thing is a bit of a hot button issue at the moment. But I agree 100% with what you wrote about FUT above.

 

I think the fact that you've seen an FUE only doctor and you're toying with the idea of both is a good reason to consult with a doctor who does both. It would be interesting to see what someone with the capacity to perform either recommends for you.

 

You don't have to stay for the suture/staple removal. This is generally anywhere between 7-14 days out, and most don't want to hang around for that long! However, I do recommend staying the night before and the day after. It just makes it a bit easier/less stressful for you. But the clinic you do eventually go with may have specific instructions. So they may say differently -- and these are the instructions you should follow.

 

We close with staples, so I've never seen one fall out. I suppose you could have a stitch or two come undone, but I don't think I've really seen this either. They may be describing dissolvable of absorbable sutures? These do have a tendency to seem like they are "falling out" as they naturally break down.

 

Hope this helps! Look forward to your reply.

 

Hey Doctor Bloxham,

 

That's right, sir.

 

That sounds great! He was a really nice guy, as was his advisor. They were very honest and I felt at ease the whole time. They thought that 2000 grafts would give me a pretty good result at the front but this would exclude the crown. :confused: When I got home, I thought to myself, I really would like to try and get some grafts up on to the crown as well. I'm more than happy to be conservative with my hairline and focus on frontal density, but I'd like to try and get coverage up top to if it's feasible, but as you say, it just depends on the doctors judgements.

 

Haha, I guess they might think there been rude or something by saying they have been to see more.

 

Yeah, I agree as well. Doctor Reddy said that I have got pretty good donor hair so that's something positive. I'm just worried because I don't want to get a transplant, and still be left with sparse areas etc. I really want to get some good density while I have the chance. Of course, you can't have perfection and you have to be realistic, but I just felt I needed a little more than 2000 grafts. He said I have a solid donor area of about 8000 hairs. I understand that you need to be careful though and make sure you have plenty for future operations if you decide to have another?

 

Ah, I see! Thanks for clarifying that Doc. Doctor Reddy was saying it's important not to do any heavy lifting or gym work for at least a month, and about two weeks before you could start going jogging. Is it normally about 3-4 days until the grafts are 100% firm and secure?

 

Would you just have to go to your local GP or Hospital to get these removed?

 

Thanks again mate, this is a big help!

[Dr Blake Bloxham]

Sounds good! Keep us updated on your consults. If you want, you can share some images on here as well. Our community members have a pretty keen eye and would likely be able to share their input as well.

 

We normally say grafts are pretty much "locked down" by day 3. But still don't recommend heavy exercise for the first 10 days or so. But, again, each clinic is going to be a little different. And they have their reasons. So I would definitely follow whatever your clinic says when you do find the one that's right for you.

 

Yup, your GP would be able to remove them.

[Roberto-94]

Sounds good! Keep us updated on your consults. If you want, you can share some images on here as well. Our community members have a pretty keen eye and would likely be able to share their input as well.

 

We normally say grafts are pretty much "locked down" by day 3. But still don't recommend heavy exercise for the first 10 days or so. But, again, each clinic is going to be a little different. And they have their reasons. So I would definitely follow whatever your clinic says when you do find the one that's right for you.

 

Yup, your GP would be able to remove them.

 

Thanks for the advice, Doctor Bloxham.

 

At first, I wasn't keen to share my pictures because I felt a bit embarrassed about it, but the more I look around the forum, the more I think it would be better to share as you said so people who have had HT's can have an input. So, that's a job for me to do, try and make up some decent quality photo's. :cool:

 

That sounds great! I'm sure a couple of weeks of no sport trainings or gym work won't hurt.

 

All the best Doctor Bloxham, I hope you're well.

[Roberto-94]

So guys, just a quick update!

 

After having a successful consultation with Doctor Reddy, I don't think I'm going to go a head with it as I feel I need a slightly larger number of grafts.

 

I have recently been in touch with Steve from the BHR Clinic. After quite a few e-mail exchanges, Doctor Bisanga decided that I should not have a hair transplant because of my age.

This is really disappointing because a few trusted surgeons have already said yes to me and I really had my heart set on going to see Doctor Bisanga because of his great reputation!

However, I understand the reason to why He and Steve said no and I can certainly understand to WHY they said that.

Even though it's disappointing, Steve was excellent. He got back to me so quickly all the time and I felt he was been very honest and ethical. He answered all my questions and queries and offered advice on certain matters. I would like to wish Steve, Doctor Bisanga and everyone at the BHR Clinic my best wishes.

 

So guys, my search continues and I still want to consult with another doctor as I have only had one consultation so far! I'm also starting to feel that FUT will be the best option for me as from my research, it seems to give better density, a higher quality graft and a larger percentage of regrowth been possible for anything from 2500 grafts or above. What do you guys think about this? Since I'm looking for between 3000-4000 grafts, do you think FUT would be a better option to try and achieve my main goal of density?

 

I'm going to contact SPEX and see if the Feriduni waiting list is still high or not, and I'm now looking in to Doctor Mwamba and Doctor Devroye who seem to be really good quality FUT surgeons as well as FUE. I'd love to hear from people who have had an experience with these surgeons! Also, what is Doctor De Reys like?

 

Thanks for all the help guys, and best wishes to all!

 

Cheers and until next time. :cool:

[Stig]

So guys, just a quick update!

 

After having a successful consultation with Doctor Reddy, I don't think I'm going to go a head with it as I feel I need a slightly larger number of grafts.

 

I have recently been in touch with Steve from the BHR Clinic. After quite a few e-mail exchanges, Doctor Bisanga decided that I should not have a hair transplant because of my age.

This is really disappointing because a few trusted surgeons have already said yes to me and I really had my heart set on going to see Doctor Bisanga because of his great reputation!

However, I understand the reason to why He and Steve said no and I can certainly understand to WHY they said that.

Even though it's disappointing, Steve was excellent. He got back to me so quickly all the time and I felt he was been very honest and ethical. He answered all my questinons and queries and offered advice on certain matters. I would like to wish Steve, Doctor Bisanga and everyone at the BHR Clinic my best wishes.

 

So guys, my search continues and I still want to consult with another doctor as I have only had one consultation so far! I'm also starting to feel that FUT will be the best option for me as from my research, it seems to give better density, a higher quality graft and a larger percentage of regrowth been possible for anything from 2500 grafts or above. What do you guys think about this? Since I'm looking for between 3000-4000 grafts, do you think FUT would be a better option to try and achieve my main goal of density?

 

I'm going to contact SPEX and see if the Feriduni waiting list is still high or not, and I'm now looking in to Doctor Mwamba and Doctor Devroye who seem to be really good quality FUT surgeons as well as FUE. I'd love to hear from people who have had an experience with these surgeons! Also, what is Doctor De Reys like?

 

Thanks for all the help guys, and best wishes to all!

 

Cheers and until next time. :cool:

 

What was the reason they said no to you?

[Roberto-94]

What was the reason they said no to you?

 

Just because of my age..

[sl]

Hi Roberto-94 and thanks for the kind words and apologies after assessing the photos and age (21) and taking into account all factors we ourselves did not feel it was right to offer surgery at this point. It is never easy for a patient to hear that and not nice to have to say and you are wise to approach various clinics to see the opinions out there.

 

Clinics will have different approaches and if you decide anything then sincerely wish you the best also for your choice and it was a pleasure to email and talking to you and hope things work out for you.

[Roberto-94]

Hi Roberto-94 and thanks for the kind words and apologies after assessing the photos and age (21) and taking into account all factors we ourselves did not feel it was right to offer surgery at this point. It is never easy for a patient to hear that and not nice to have to say and you are wise to approach various clinics to see the opinions out there.

 

Clinics will have different approaches and if you decide anything then sincerely wish you the best also for your choice and it was a pleasure to email and talking to you and hope things work out for you.

 

Hi Steve,

 

You're very welcome and thanks again for dealing with my questions and trying to find me the correct solution.

 

I agree mate. I'm trying to do a few more consultations just to see what others say, but I'll definitely take in to account what You and Doctor Bisanga told me.

 

Thanks so much for you're wishes Steve. I wish you and the clinic all the best too! I'll be keeping an eye out for more of you're fantastic results. :cool: Keep up the great work!

 

Cheers.

 

Roberto.

[Roberto-94]

Hi guys,

 

I'm really stuck at the moment. I'm really not sure what doctor to go with next. My consultation with Doctor Reddy was great but I can only afford 2000 grafts. And, Doctor Bisanga said no.

 

I've got some pictures I'll post soon, but I'm really thinking that for someone who needs 3000+ grafts, FUT is a better option than FUE as you can get a better yield and more density? Is the scarring really that bad? Or do you think FUE would be just as good?

 

Does anyone know anymore good FUT surgeons in Europe? My research brings me to Doctor Mwamba and Doctor Devroye, what do you think?

 

Thanks guys, I'm so stressed right now about it

[Stig]

Hi guys,

 

I'm really stuck at the moment. I'm really not sure what doctor to go with next. My consultation with Doctor Reddy was great but I can only afford 2000 grafts. And, Doctor Bisanga said no.

 

I've got some pictures I'll post soon, but I'm really thinking that for someone who needs 3000+ grafts, FUT is a better option than FUE as you can get a better yield and more density? Is the scarring really that bad? Or do you think FUE would be just as good?

 

Does anyone know anymore good FUT surgeons in Europe? My research brings me to Doctor Mwamba and Doctor Devroye, what do you think?

 

Thanks guys, I'm so stressed right now about it

 

Try Radhu (I think) in India, good idea to go with FUT.

[farmcat]

I have an FUT scar and yes they can be that bad....mine is pretty wide and is ear to ear in a semi circle shape.....when my hair is grown out normal length for me you can't see it.....plus my hair below the scar is noticeably thinner than above. I have heard several times that the thinner hair below the scar has nothing to do with the strip surgery but it's odd that there is such a difference between the hair above and below the scar. I have seen other strip scars (online) that looked pretty good, but even a good one is gonna be pretty obvious with shorter hair.

 

I have just had FUE and the scarring is much better.....but there is still scarring....it leaves tiny white dots from where the grafts were removed....they seem more obvious when looking from below up at the scalp, but they are pretty much only obvious if your scalp is shaved....having even a little length covers the fue scars.

 

As far as yield I can't say since I just had my fue a month ago but the results I have seen online look like the yield is as good as strip.

 

I will say this, if I had it to do over I would only want fue (only strip was available when I had my strip) and at some point I might have my strip "repaired" with fue grafts and even then I know they can only make it look so good.

 

I know you feel desperate, but you are only 21 (I had my first surgery at 20 or 21) and there is life after 25, 30, 40 and so on. I always get a kick out of the people who say they wont care when they are 30, if you care now you will care then (although there is no doubt hair loss becomes more normal the older you get). My point in saying that is that you shouldn't rush into doing anything out of desperation.

[Roberto-94]

Try Radhu (I think) in India, good idea to go with FUT.

 

Thanks for your recommendation Stig.

 

Unfortunately, I couldn't find much information at all on this doctor.

[Roberto-94]

I have an FUT scar and yes they can be that bad....mine is pretty wide and is ear to ear in a semi circle shape.....when my hair is grown out normal length for me you can't see it.....plus my hair below the scar is noticeably thinner than above. I have heard several times that the thinner hair below the scar has nothing to do with the strip surgery but it's odd that there is such a difference between the hair above and below the scar. I have seen other strip scars (online) that looked pretty good, but even a good one is gonna be pretty obvious with shorter hair.

 

I have just had FUE and the scarring is much better.....but there is still scarring....it leaves tiny white dots from where the grafts were removed....they seem more obvious when looking from below up at the scalp, but they are pretty much only obvious if your scalp is shaved....having even a little length covers the fue scars.

 

As far as yield I can't say since I just had my fue a month ago but the results I have seen online look like the yield is as good as strip.

 

I will say this, if I had it to do over I would only want fue (only strip was available when I had my strip) and at some point I might have my strip "repaired" with fue grafts and even then I know they can only make it look so good.

 

I know you feel desperate, but you are only 21 (I had my first surgery at 20 or 21) and there is life after 25, 30, 40 and so on. I always get a kick out of the people who say they wont care when they are 30, if you care now you will care then (although there is no doubt hair loss becomes more normal the older you get). My point in saying that is that you shouldn't rush into doing anything out of desperation.

 

Hey farmcat!

 

Thanks so much for your input.

 

Don't worry, I'm not rushing in to it at all. I'm just doing research and seeing if the right surgeon/method is out there for me. I'm a little worried about FUT after that.. :eek: But, if your FUT surgery is done correctly, sure you'll have a scar, but even with a grade 2 or something, you can still not notice it at all? I've seen something on Doctor Feller's YouTube channel before and it looked really good!

 

Thanks again, sir.

[Roberto-94]

So guys, after more debating, I think I'm going to aim at Belgium for a possible surgery. There doctors seem sound and trustful as well as producing some good results! I think it's better to go elsewhere in Europe instead of the UK as many of you have already suggested.

 

Since I've been in contact with Doctor Bisanga (not suitable yet for age reasons) and Doctor Feriduni (HUGE waiting list, basically one year long), I've been looking at others.

 

The one's I'm interested in are:

 

Doctor Jean Devroye - He seems to be a very experienced and solid surgeon, and if I'm correct, the first trusted surgeon on here! Some really good FUT results.

 

Doctor Patrick Mwamba - I've already been in contact with Doctor Mwamba, and he gave me some surgical options that would be possible. I think he seems like a great doctor and produces some nice results.

 

Doctor Rudi De Reys - He seems a solid surgeon and is a specialist in FUE. I've seen a lot of positive reviews about him!

 

The next guy I'm going to mention is not on this forum, but, I've heard a lot of very good things about him and his work looks really solid! He does both FUE and FUT and I think specialises in FUE as a preferred method? His name is Doctor Lupanzula.

 

I'd be fascinated to hear if you guys have had any experience with these doctors and could tell me a bit more about them, especially Doctor Devroye and Doctor Lupanzula.

 

Thank you! Over and out Hair Restoration Network.

[esrec]

So guys, after more debating, I think I'm going to aim at Belgium for a possible surgery. There doctors seem sound and trustful as well as producing some good results! I think it's better to go elsewhere in Europe instead of the UK as many of you have already suggested.

 

Since I've been in contact with Doctor Bisanga (not suitable yet for age reasons) and Doctor Feriduni (HUGE waiting list, basically one year long), I've been looking at others.

 

The one's I'm interested in are:

 

Doctor Jean Devroye - He seems to be a very experienced and solid surgeon, and if I'm correct, the first trusted surgeon on here! Some really good FUT results.

 

Doctor Patrick Mwamba - I've already been in contact with Doctor Mwamba, and he gave me some surgical options that would be possible. I think he seems like a great doctor and produces some nice results.

 

Doctor Rudi De Reys - He seems a solid surgeon and is a specialist in FUE. I've seen a lot of positive reviews about him!

 

The next guy I'm going to mention is not on this forum, but, I've heard a lot of very good things about him and his work looks really solid! He does both FUE and FUT and I think specialises in FUE as a preferred method? His name is Doctor Lupanzula.

 

I'd be fascinated to hear if you guys have had any experience with these doctors and could tell me a bit more about them, especially Doctor Devroye and Doctor Lupanzula.

 

Thank you! Over and out Hair Restoration Network.

 

Have you ruled out waiting?

 

I know that Dr Wong recently witnessed some of Dr Devroye's FUE work in person, which he me told me verbatim, was the closest FUE vs FUT result he's seen to date. That's all I got, but this comes from a phone call w Dr. W a month ago. Pretty reliable source.

 

Good luck.

[shanson]

I am 9 months post FUE with Dr Devroye. I would recommend him. Its felt like a long 9 months but my hair is coming along well i think. I could not fault the clinic.

[FUE2014]

I would still not rule out Reddy. You're 21 and don't know how much more hair you'll lose. 21 is very young to have an HT. Therefore you want to be conservative. 2k (6000 hairs) with Reddy in the hairline will make a big difference as he achieves really good coverage from comparatively small # of grafts. Look at his results on here and you'll see. Dr Feriduni does not recommend strip in patients younger than 30 so I would definitely stick with FUE given your young age.

[wibbles180]

Have you considered erdogan or Lorenzo ? Obviously a saving to be made on uk-euro exchange ? And both high class fue surgeons with hundreds of documented cases , have a look at lorenzos Vimeo hd videos . I personally don't think I would go down the fut route these days when the top fue guys are able to offer similar regrowth percentages . I have also heard good things about devroye and lupanzula if your definitely wanting to go to Belgium