Regular Member zona Posted January 16, 2017 Regular Member Share Posted January 16, 2017 (edited) I'm a 30 year old male and getting both my corner hairline filled in with minor procedure of 1000 grafts on Feb 17 2017. And just use Rogaine for my crown. I hear dr diep is a hairline specialist so hopefully I made the right decision. Attached are my photos and give me your opinion of 1000 grafts will be enough or how many should I get. If anyone had him, can you tell me your experience and what should I ask him him that is important? Anything will help. And do you think getting a hair transplant at 30 is too young or old enough? Edited January 17, 2017 by zona Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Melvin- Admin Posted January 17, 2017 Administrators Share Posted January 17, 2017 I've gone to Dr. Diep, you can see my threads to view the experience. You should post some pictures to go along with your question, is 30 to young? No its not to young. Some surgeons will not perform crown restoration on any one below 40, but there are exceptions. My initial reaction is that 1,000 grafts may be to little, I would really like to see photos of your current hair loss, unless you have very minimal hair loss I don't see 1,000 grafts making a big difference. I’m a paid admin for Hair Transplant Network. I do not receive any compensation from any clinic. My comments are not medical advice. Check out my final hair transplant and topical dutasteride journey: View my thread Topical dutasteride journey Melvin- Managing Publisher and Forum Moderator for the Hair Transplant Network, the Coalition Hair Loss Learning Center, and the Hair Loss Q&A Blog. Follow our Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member zona Posted January 17, 2017 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 17, 2017 Here are my photos. I'm just looking to fill in the corners of my hairline. Will 1000 be enough if not how many grafts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Melvin- Admin Posted January 17, 2017 Administrators Share Posted January 17, 2017 No I don't think 1,000 grafts is enough, you're going to have to rebuild the full frontal third, I'm fairly certain the frontal tuft is thinning and will eventually be gone, the last thing you want is to have two horns of hair with the middle missing. I would say at least 1,800 grafts is needed to rebuild the hairline without lowering it. Also, are you on any type of hair loss medication like finasteride and Minoxidil? I can see some thinning in the crown. You have to plan long term, what will you look like when you're 40, 50, 60 etc. I’m a paid admin for Hair Transplant Network. I do not receive any compensation from any clinic. My comments are not medical advice. Check out my final hair transplant and topical dutasteride journey: View my thread Topical dutasteride journey Melvin- Managing Publisher and Forum Moderator for the Hair Transplant Network, the Coalition Hair Loss Learning Center, and the Hair Loss Q&A Blog. Follow our Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member zona Posted January 17, 2017 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 17, 2017 No I don't think 1,000 grafts is enough, you're going to have to rebuild the full frontal third, I'm fairly certain the frontal tuft is thinning and will eventually be gone, the last thing you want is to have two horns of hair with the middle missing. I would say at least 1,800 grafts is needed to rebuild the hairline without lowering it. Also, are you on any type of hair loss medication like finasteride and Minoxidil? I can see some thinning in the crown. You have to plan long term, what will you look like when you're 40, 50, 60 etc. I'm planning on taking Rogaine for the crown. And I don't want a straight hairline since it won't look natural on me personally. So ignore that blue line I drew on my hairline If I need more hair grafts on the day of the procedure, will I have to pay the difference that day or can I pay it later? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Melvin- Admin Posted January 17, 2017 Administrators Share Posted January 17, 2017 I'm planning on taking Rogaine for the crown. And I don't want a straight hairline since it won't look natural on me personally. So ignore that blue line I drew on my hairline If I need more hair grafts on the day of the procedure, will I have to pay the difference that day or can I pay it later? If more grafts are extracted on the day of the procedure you pay the bill afterward not on the same day, but typically the same week. I’m a paid admin for Hair Transplant Network. I do not receive any compensation from any clinic. My comments are not medical advice. Check out my final hair transplant and topical dutasteride journey: View my thread Topical dutasteride journey Melvin- Managing Publisher and Forum Moderator for the Hair Transplant Network, the Coalition Hair Loss Learning Center, and the Hair Loss Q&A Blog. Follow our Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member zona Posted January 17, 2017 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 17, 2017 If more grafts are extracted on the day of the procedure you pay the bill afterward not on the same day, but typically the same week. OK cool, and after the surgery, am I going to have to wear bandages on my head for a while or do I take it off that same day? And how soon to wear a loose cap. I wear hats at work and I will be taking a week off so I hope I can where a hat a week later after surgery. Thanks for you opinions btw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Melvin- Admin Posted January 17, 2017 Administrators Share Posted January 17, 2017 Most of this information will be provided to you by Dr. Diep's office a few weeks prior to the surgery, you wear the bandages for the first night and remove it the next day, Dr. Diep gives you anti bacterial ointment and gaus to wash and clean the donor area the next day, for the first 3 days stay in get rest and make sure you don't exert yourself, after that your eyes free to wear a loose fitted hat, when you get home make sure to take the hat off. Make sure you read the pre-surgery instructions thoroughly. I’m a paid admin for Hair Transplant Network. I do not receive any compensation from any clinic. My comments are not medical advice. Check out my final hair transplant and topical dutasteride journey: View my thread Topical dutasteride journey Melvin- Managing Publisher and Forum Moderator for the Hair Transplant Network, the Coalition Hair Loss Learning Center, and the Hair Loss Q&A Blog. Follow our Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member zona Posted January 17, 2017 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 17, 2017 (edited) Most of this information will be provided to you by Dr. Diep's office a few weeks prior to the surgery, you wear the bandages for the first night and remove it the next day, Dr. Diep gives you anti bacterial ointment and gaus to wash and clean the donor area the next day, for the first 3 days stay in get rest and make sure you don't exert yourself, after that your eyes free to wear a loose fitted hat, when you get home make sure to take the hat off. Make sure you read the pre-surgery instructions thoroughly. OK thanks for all the help. Appreciate it. What do you think of the A cell option? Does it make a difference ? Edited January 17, 2017 by zona Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member FBO Posted January 17, 2017 Regular Member Share Posted January 17, 2017 I WOULD PAY THE CANCELLATION FEE, AND GO SOMEWHERE ELSE. TRUST ME!!! YES, i'm sure some have had good experience with this doctor, but A LOT of people got screwed by him, and he DOES NOT stand behind his work. I wish i had done my research prior to the procedure. You can click on my past posts and read what happened, and also READ his other reviews on YELP.COM Google, and ALSO http://WWW.REALSELF.COM I will make another post today, and i will include more details and more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member zona Posted January 18, 2017 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 18, 2017 Is hair transplant permanent or does it have a life shelf? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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