stevenw87 Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Hi everyone, This is my 1st post, totally new to hair transplant, so please bare with me. Ever since i can remember, my temporal hair line has been higher (above my ears). Not until recently, i decided to do something about it. I just had an assessment done for FUE. The doctor said 200 grafts each side, for a total of 400 grafts. My question is, do you guys think 200 grafts for each side is enough to make it look like a natural temporal hairline? i will attach a picture. Also, i was quoted $4800 + GST for this procedure (CAD). Thanks for the help! Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevenw87 Posted August 27, 2015 Author Share Posted August 27, 2015 Can anyone help? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Spidey Posted August 27, 2015 Senior Member Share Posted August 27, 2015 imo, I would never spend money or go through surgery just to add hair into the area you have shown.. that is just me. Since your Dr was the one who saw you in person during the consultation, why would you ask people on a forum who a) are not Drs (except a handful that are) b) have not seen you in person to analyse your case. My 1036 graft FUE with Dr HASSON. https://hassonandwong.com/timeline/fue-hair-transplant-timeline/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevenw87 Posted August 27, 2015 Author Share Posted August 27, 2015 Just wondering if this area is sufficient for 200 grafts. I haven't been able to see a sample size of 200-400 grafts on the internet to compare Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Britanium Posted August 27, 2015 Senior Member Share Posted August 27, 2015 that is a seriously over priced procedure ! Personally I wouldn't alter it. How is the rest of your hair ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevenw87 Posted August 27, 2015 Author Share Posted August 27, 2015 The rest of my hair is perfectly fine. Yes I do understand that this is a very minor procedure. Its basically a touch up. And yes, unfortunately it is very pricey. But it's been bugging me forever. I've had long hair since the I was a child. When the side of my head is cut short or shaved, it looks abnormal and awkward. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member TakingThePlunge Posted August 27, 2015 Senior Member Share Posted August 27, 2015 It's hard to tell just how much area we're talking about. I'm guessing maybe 4cm^2 per side? If that's the case then you're talking about 50 grafts per cm^2 which sounds about right. Is this area exposed with your normal hairstyle? David - Former Forum Co-Moderator and Editorial Assistant I am not a medical professional. All opinions are my own and my advice should not constitute as medical advice. View my Hair Loss Website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevenw87 Posted August 27, 2015 Author Share Posted August 27, 2015 Thanks for the info. Yes this area is somewhat exposed with my current hairstyle, medium length hair. I did try to cut it shorter one time (#1 razor), and it was fully exposed. The hairline is about 1-1.5 inches above the top of my ear. I use a number 4 razor for the sides. I just want to be able to cut it shorter and have a normal hairline in that particular area. I know it might seem like a minor problem to some people, but it gets frustrating trying to cover it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Blake Bloxham Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Steve, Are you talking about the area right above your ear? The temporal hairline is technically here: If you're referring to rebuilding the temporal hairline, you'll need more than a few hundred grafts. However, it seems like you're talking about the area directly above your ear. I'd probably call this the parietal hairline (not that the semantics matter much!). I don't think I've ever seen this area restored. However, you probably could get away with a few hundred grafts. Dr. Blake Bloxham is recommended by the Hair Transplant Network. Hair restoration physician - Feller and Bloxham Hair Transplantation Previously "Future_HT_Doc" or "Blake_Bloxham" - forum co-moderator and editorial assistant for the Hair Transplant Network, Hair Restoration Network, Hair Loss Q&A blog, and Hair Loss Learning Center. Click here to read my previous answers to hair loss and hair restoration questions, editorials, commentaries, and educational articles. Now practicing hair transplant surgery with Coalition hair restoration physician Dr Alan Feller at our New York practice: Feller and Bloxham Hair Transplantation. Please note: 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...
stevenw87 Posted August 27, 2015 Author Share Posted August 27, 2015 Ah yes right above my ear. Parietal hairline it is then haha. Now, will the hair grow as effective even though hair has never grown in that area before? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Blake Bloxham Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 There is good blood supply to that region, so I see no reason why it wouldn't grow well. Dr. Blake Bloxham is recommended by the Hair Transplant Network. Hair restoration physician - Feller and Bloxham Hair Transplantation Previously "Future_HT_Doc" or "Blake_Bloxham" - forum co-moderator and editorial assistant for the Hair Transplant Network, Hair Restoration Network, Hair Loss Q&A blog, and Hair Loss Learning Center. Click here to read my previous answers to hair loss and hair restoration questions, editorials, commentaries, and educational articles. Now practicing hair transplant surgery with Coalition hair restoration physician Dr Alan Feller at our New York practice: Feller and Bloxham Hair Transplantation. Please note: 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...
stevenw87 Posted August 28, 2015 Author Share Posted August 28, 2015 Thank you so much for the help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member densedream Posted August 28, 2015 Senior Member Share Posted August 28, 2015 More than $10 a graft... Are you rich? If not, you could take a vacation and get a transplant and stay for a month in hotels for that much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevenw87 Posted August 28, 2015 Author Share Posted August 28, 2015 I know, it's def a lot. Keep in mind it is in Canadian dollars if that makes a difference. Also, there's not a lot of hair transplant clinics where I live Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member densedream Posted August 28, 2015 Senior Member Share Posted August 28, 2015 Travel if you have to! If you want a good FUE in the USA for a decent price, check out Dr. Vories. He is recommend here. Do not go to a doctor just because he is close, you will regret it, I promise. Choose someone from this website. Dr. Vories would be about $5 Canadian a graft with shitty exchange rate http://www.hairtransplantnetwork.com/Consult-a-Physician/doctors.asp?DrID=670#page=page-1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member gillenator Posted August 28, 2015 Senior Member Share Posted August 28, 2015 It's best to define and then calculate the surface area that is being restored, and then to pre-determine the level of restored density to be attained. That will give you the best estimate of grafts to be used. Each procedure has set-up costs for the OR which include the staff. Gillenator Independent Patient Advocate I am not a physician and not employed by any doctor/clinic. My opinions are not medical advice, but are my own views which you read at your own risk. Supporting Physicians: Dr. Robert Dorin: The Hairloss Doctors in New York, NY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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