Senior Member JON86 Posted January 7, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted January 7, 2016 I was surprised to learn H&W waiting list is only 2 to 3 months It's only because they have two top surgeons instead of one cuts the time in half certainly nothing to worry about. You will be in great hands with either of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member mav23100gunther Posted January 7, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted January 7, 2016 I dont know which one yet. I assume there isnt a whole lot of difference between Hasson and Wong, no?? No there is a diffirence. Both outstanding surgeons, but I personally preferred Hasson's work from comparing pictures. If I was only getting work on my crown, then I would choose Dr Wong. Hairline work, I like Dr Hasson. That's just me though, seems you have some more homework to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member mav23100gunther Posted January 7, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted January 7, 2016 It's only because they have two top surgeons instead of one cuts the time in half certainly nothing to worry about. You will be in great hands with either of them. And each performs 2 procedures a day which is 4 a day in total for the clinic. Konior only does 1 a day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member JON86 Posted January 7, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted January 7, 2016 And each performs 2 procedures a day which is 4 a day in total for the clinic. Konior only does 1 a day. True and that's one of my personal reasons for why I have picked him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member mav23100gunther Posted January 7, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted January 7, 2016 True and that's one of my personal reasons for why I have picked him. I really like Konior as well. Great choice mate! How many grafts is he going for? FUT or FUE? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member JON86 Posted January 7, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted January 7, 2016 As I said earlier I haven't been cleared yet to even be a patient. I consulted online and he will need to see me in person. I have a strange loss pattern. I am a 3v which isn't bad but I have some retro alopecia I think so he needs to check my donor to see if it is safe. From the pictures it seemed to be ok but I need him to check it for miniaturization so I am crossing my fingers. It will be a long stressful wait but I trust him he is about as ethical as you can get. Some other clinics tried to rush me into surgery and ignored this. So ultimately if he says I can do it I will go with him. I really only need 2500 to 3000in my frontal third to mid scalp. I will go fut if all goes well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dutchie Posted January 7, 2016 Author Senior Member Share Posted January 7, 2016 No there is a diffirence. Both outstanding surgeons, but I personally preferred Hasson's work from comparing pictures. If I was only getting work on my crown, then I would choose Dr Wong. Hairline work, I like Dr Hasson. That's just me though, seems you have some more homework to do But hairline is less if an issue with me because of my massive forelock, remember?? Look at that sucker, you could practically land a plane on it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member mav23100gunther Posted January 7, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted January 7, 2016 But hairline is less if an issue with me because of my massive forelock, remember?? No you are going to need to fill in the sides and reinforce the frontal third, but you are correct in that I imagine your focus will be on coverage rather than density. With that said, there will still be grafts going into the hairline area (temple closure) and mid section.It's really your call buddy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Stig Posted January 7, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted January 7, 2016 I dont know which one yet. I assume there isnt a whole lot of difference between Hasson and Wong, no?? Dr Victor Hasson would be my choice. He is more aggressive in the number of grafts he can harvest via strip. There is a reason the clinic is called Hasson & Wong and not Wong & Hasson. Dr Wong is great as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dutchie Posted January 7, 2016 Author Senior Member Share Posted January 7, 2016 Okay, I'll ask Hasson to be my preferred surgeon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dutchie Posted January 8, 2016 Author Senior Member Share Posted January 8, 2016 Pretty amazing what they can do with wigs now. I would never get one, but its still pretty amazing: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Dr. William Lindsey Posted January 8, 2016 Regular Member Share Posted January 8, 2016 I just passed by this thread's title and haven't read all the posts...but 50% regret doesn't surprise me at all. Here's why. 1. Greater than 50% of people get tired of their spouse and regret that decision...and most will have put more effort into making a marriage decision than a hair transplant...particularly with the impulse buy marketing schemes I see on our local/regional media. 2. Way greater than 50% of people offering hair...particularly now that rent-a-tech or rent-a-machine-and-a-tech is an option....have little experience in long term hair patient procedure planning. 3. At least 50% of the folks who come in for repair admit up front they did ZERO research before they committed to often a haphazard treatment plan. 4. Even at very good hair offices, of which there are fairly few...not everyone is made happy. I do my best and still there are patient physiology variables, difficult cases, and other issues that keep everyone from a perfect result. But people who look into a procedure on forums like this before proceeding USUALLY make better choices and USUALLY follow instructions (that said I've had a doctor just 2 weeks ago who took out their stitches several days too early...who do you think they will blame when the scar is crappy?) 5. And people simply change their minds. The sports car I got 20 years ago would ride too rough for my old rear end now.... plugs done 20 years ago are now a cosmetic problem. Bottom line. NEVER rush into big decisions for a "good deal". Dr. Lindsey William H. Lindsey, MD, FACS McLean, VA Dr. William Lindsey is a member of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dutchie Posted January 8, 2016 Author Senior Member Share Posted January 8, 2016 ^^^ all good points Dr. Lindsey. The 50% divorce rate is a bit of a myth though, its somewhere around 20 to 35% depending on who's stats you wanna believe. But I also think many couples stay married in loveless marriages because of their children, so perhaps it isnt that far off from 50%. Love is a very strange thing. Always will be very strange Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dutchie Posted January 8, 2016 Author Senior Member Share Posted January 8, 2016 Question: 4703 grafts with Dr. Hasson - Page 4 - Forum By and for Hair Loss Patients Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member esrec Posted January 8, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted January 8, 2016 I just passed by this thread's title and haven't read all the posts...but 50% regret doesn't surprise me at all. Here's why. 1. Greater than 50% of people get tired of their spouse and regret that decision...and most will have put more effort into making a marriage decision than a hair transplant...particularly with the impulse buy marketing schemes I see on our local/regional media. 2. Way greater than 50% of people offering hair...particularly now that rent-a-tech or rent-a-machine-and-a-tech is an option....have little experience in long term hair patient procedure planning. 3. At least 50% of the folks who come in for repair admit up front they did ZERO research before they committed to often a haphazard treatment plan. 4. Even at very good hair offices, of which there are fairly few...not everyone is made happy. I do my best and still there are patient physiology variables, difficult cases, and other issues that keep everyone from a perfect result. But people who look into a procedure on forums like this before proceeding USUALLY make better choices and USUALLY follow instructions (that said I've had a doctor just 2 weeks ago who took out their stitches several days too early...who do you think they will blame when the scar is crappy?) 5. And people simply change their minds. The sports car I got 20 years ago would ride too rough for my old rear end now.... plugs done 20 years ago are now a cosmetic problem. Bottom line. NEVER rush into big decisions for a "good deal". Dr. Lindsey Well said Doc. Now you've got me thinking.....better survival rate in your opinion--FUE with a non-recommended surgeon or a shotgun wedding in Vegas with the girl you met at the Casino a night earlier??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dutchie Posted January 8, 2016 Author Senior Member Share Posted January 8, 2016 Hey guys, 2 more questions please. What if an emergency happens a few days before surgery and I cannot fly out to H&W?? Am I SOL or can they move my surgery date up another month or two ahead?? Of course I hope this doesnt happen, but I do need to know what my options are Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member gillenator Posted January 8, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted January 8, 2016 Dutchie, I notice from you pics that you are very fair skinned with mostly grey/white hair color. You also are wearing a short hair style. If you desire to continue wearing a short hair style than you want to be careful about having FUT because the scar could very well show and you could also potentially have some lingering redness because of your fair complexion. The more narrow color contrast between your hair color and your complexion will work in your favor however. 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...
Senior Member Stig Posted January 8, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted January 8, 2016 Hey guys, 2 more questions please. What if an emergency happens a few days before surgery and I cannot fly out to H&W?? Am I SOL or can they move my surgery date up another month or two ahead?? Of course I hope this doesnt happen, but I do need to know what my options are Best to ask the clinic directly. I believe H&W make you pay a non-refundable deposit, but not sure what their policy is regarding cancelations. Don't any reason why they wouldn't just reschedule you to another date. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member gillenator Posted January 8, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted January 8, 2016 Hey guys, 2 more questions please. What if an emergency happens a few days before surgery and I cannot fly out to H&W?? Am I SOL or can they move my surgery date up another month or two ahead?? Of course I hope this doesnt happen, but I do need to know what my options are Many docs will re-schedule your date if it's something beyond your control. And some may keep your room deposit if they cannot fill the date with another patient. It's best to talk with the clinic beforehand to see what their policy is. Chances are they also have it in writing. 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...
Senior Member Dutchie Posted January 8, 2016 Author Senior Member Share Posted January 8, 2016 Dutchie, I notice from you pics that you are very fair skinned with mostly grey/white hair color. You also are wearing a short hair style. If you desire to continue wearing a short hair style than you want to be careful about having FUT because the scar could very well show and you could also potentially have some lingering redness because of your fair complexion. The more narrow color contrast between your hair color and your complexion will work in your favor however I read somewhere that micro-pigmentation can cover up almost any large size scar. But yeah, I keep my hair short now because it looks better that way. Once I got my HT I'll probably grow it a bit longer. 4cm or about 1.5 inches is where I used to have it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member pkipling Posted January 8, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted January 8, 2016 You made a lot of progress with this thread! What started out as an inquiry about satisfaction rates, led to you being directed to one of the top surgeons. Good to see you're on the right path and are really doing your homework. At this rate, the odds are highly in your favor that you won't be part of the statistic that regrets your HT. As for the cancellation, each clinic has a different policy, so contact them directly and find out. I would bet there's a difference between a cancellation based on cold feet and one based on a legitimate emergency. I am a patient advocate for Dr. Parsa Mohebi in Los Angeles, CA. My views/opinions are my own and don't necessarily reflect the opinions of Dr. Mohebi and his staff. Check out my hair loss website for photos FUE surgery by Dr. Mohebi on 7/31/14 2,001 grafts - Ones: 607; Twos: 925; Threes: 413; Fours: 56 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member gillenator Posted January 8, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted January 8, 2016 Micro-pigmentation does not work for everyone. IMHO, it works best on individuals that have more darker pigmentation to their complexions. When you have your in-person exam done, you definitely want to know what your donor density level is. The higher the level, the better chances are of hiding a strip scar. Many of us do grow our hair longer once the regrowth has full manifested so that's a definite plus. You could also potentially color your hair to it's original color or go blonde!... 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...
Senior Member Dutchie Posted January 8, 2016 Author Senior Member Share Posted January 8, 2016 Whats the optimum hair length to hide most FUT scars?? 2 inches or so?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member gillenator Posted January 8, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted January 8, 2016 Whats the optimum hair length to hide most FUT scars?? 2 inches or so?? Two inches is adequate for most of us... 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...
Senior Member voxman Posted January 9, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted January 9, 2016 Two inches is adequate for most of us... Unless you're me, then 6" is a good start. I'm serious. Just look at my face. My Hair Regimen: Lather, Rinse, Repeat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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