hairadvicecanada Posted May 8, 2018 Share Posted May 8, 2018 Hi, I inquired about a restoration in Turkey (I'm from Canada). I assumed I would be provided info about FUE, which is what I had in mind. However, when I sent over my pics (Norwood III approx), they said it was better to go the method of choi pen. Does anyone have any experience or info on this? Much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Al - Moderator Posted May 11, 2018 Moderators Share Posted May 11, 2018 The choi implanter pen is one of various tools/methods used to perform FUE. I imagine they recommended it because that is what they use. Do a google search for choi implanter pen to get an idea of what it is. Al Forum Moderator (formerly BeHappy) I am a forum moderator for hairrestorationnetwork.com. I am not a Dr. and I do not work for any particular Dr. My opinions are my own and may not reflect the opinions of other moderators or the owner of this site. I am also a hair transplant patient and repair patient. You can view some of my repair journey here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Melvin- Admin Posted May 11, 2018 Administrators Share Posted May 11, 2018 The Choi pen is an implanting device that creates both the recipient site and implants the grafts at the same time. However, it is important to know that it does not harvest the grafts, there are two harvesting techniques which are follicular unit excision (FUE) and follicular unit strip surgery (FUSS). The Choi pen is an implantation tool. I encourage you to verify with the clinic what harvesting method they suggest for your case. Thanks Melvin 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...
Senior Member gillenator Posted May 11, 2018 Senior Member Share Posted May 11, 2018 The choi implanter has been around for a number of years although questionable as to how extensive or widespread it is used. I think DHI first developed it roughly a decade ago or so. Like anything else, it really comes down to the level of skill and proven results regardless of who the surgeon is and/or the methodology whether FUHT or FUE. FUE is an acronym for Follicular Unit Extraction. 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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