AmirMilad Posted June 23, 2018 Share Posted June 23, 2018 Hi All, I first need to thank this forum and the members. I cannot overstate the impact of this forum throughout my journey. After thoroughly researching this forum and having several phone consultations, I figured out that Shapiro medical group is the right option for me. Given the extensiveness of the surgery I needed (photos are attached), I decided to go with Dr. Shapiro. My surgery was on June 19th (three days ago), and currently I am super pleased with the experience. The surgery itself went very smoothly and I didn't feel even a little pain (that could be because Dr. Paul has an expertise in pain management). Initially we were shooting for 3500-4000 grafts, but we ended up with 4775 grafts (I think it is considered mega-session, right?). I have attached pre- and post-op photos. I appreciate if you give me your feedback. Any comment is very much appreciated. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member SogeKing100 Posted June 24, 2018 Regular Member Share Posted June 24, 2018 Yes, this forum was helpful to me too in making my HT decisions. Great community! I don't know what the definition of a 'mega-session' is, but nearly five-thousand seems quite "mega" to me. How long did that take? Also, it looks like your pretty much left your crown alone. Did you graft any hair there? Or are you planning to later? And your strip scar is pretty prominent, too. Maybe because the pictures were taken not too long after your surgery? Keep us updated. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmirMilad Posted June 24, 2018 Author Share Posted June 24, 2018 Yes, this forum was helpful to me too in making my HT decisions. Great community! I don't know what the definition of a 'mega-session' is, but nearly five-thousand seems quite "mega" to me. How long did that take? Also, it looks like your pretty much left your crown alone. Did you graft any hair there? Or are you planning to later? And your strip scar is pretty prominent, too. Maybe because the pictures were taken not too long after your surgery? Keep us updated. Hey, Thanks for your comment. I stepped inside the clinic at 9A.M., started the surgery around 10 A.M. and was done at 8 P.M. Yes. My main goal was to have the frontal part covered as much as possible and have a low hairline. The pictures were taken the morning after the surgery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member OtherSyde Posted July 3, 2018 Senior Member Share Posted July 3, 2018 Wow, you are really in for a big change! Congrats, and don't worry about the scar - it will fade and much of the hair around it that fell out because of shock-loss will grow back as well, further hiding it. And now there are several ways of camouflaging it too, mainly Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP) - it's a small price to pay for a full head of hair, and you're going to look great for sure. Keep us posted with updates! 1 Blog: Dr. Gabel Thrice (2010, 2013, 2016) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmirMilad Posted July 4, 2018 Author Share Posted July 4, 2018 2 hours ago, OtherSyde said: Wow, you are really in for a big change! Congrats, and don't worry about the scar - it will fade and much of the hair around it that fell out because of shock-loss will grow back as well, further hiding it. And now there are several ways of camouflaging it too, mainly Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP) - it's a small price to pay for a full head of hair, and you're going to look great for sure. Keep us posted with updates! Dear OtherSyde, Thanks so much for your kind words. For sure, I'll regularly update this thread. Thanks again! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member kaliber Posted July 5, 2018 Senior Member Share Posted July 5, 2018 Phew that is a lot of work. So far so good! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmirMilad Posted October 5, 2018 Author Share Posted October 5, 2018 Hi folks Here I am. Three and a half months post-op. Time passes as slow as hell. This has been the longest 3 month period in all my life Anyways, I have been on Finasteride and Minoxidil during this period. I have attached a photo that I took recently. I really appreciate your comments. I personally feel like I haven't yet had any growth (which I think is normal, as I have been told it'll start after 4 months). What do you guys think? For the sake of comparison, I have also included a photo I took a few weeks before the surgery. P.S. The growth on the crown area is due to Minoxidil. Thanks so much folks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmirMilad Posted October 8, 2018 Author Share Posted October 8, 2018 Guys what do you think? I really appreciate your comments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member hanginginthewire Posted October 8, 2018 Regular Member Share Posted October 8, 2018 Why did you choose FUT? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmirMilad Posted October 8, 2018 Author Share Posted October 8, 2018 1 hour ago, hanginginthewire said: Why did you choose FUT? Because I needed lots of hair. why do you ask? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member hanginginthewire Posted October 9, 2018 Regular Member Share Posted October 9, 2018 1 hour ago, AmirMilad said: Because I needed lots of hair. why do you ask? Thanks. Because I’m curious as to why people choose FUT or FUE. Some say that FUE provides a similar yield and that mega sessions are possible with FUE. I have no agenda, just wondering how people who pull the trigger one way or the other decided. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member voxman Posted October 9, 2018 Senior Member Share Posted October 9, 2018 19 hours ago, hanginginthewire said: Thanks. Because I’m curious as to why people choose FUT or FUE. Some say that FUE provides a similar yield and that mega sessions are possible with FUE. I have no agenda, just wondering how people who pull the trigger one way or the other decided. People of a certain age who like to wear their hair shaved or faded on the sides and back choose FUE for that reason, and for the option of having the fall-back 'shave it all off' plan. People who probably will never be a Marine again opt for FUT. 1 I'm serious. Just look at my face. My Hair Regimen: Lather, Rinse, Repeat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmirMilad Posted October 9, 2018 Author Share Posted October 9, 2018 8 minutes ago, voxman said: People of a certain age who like to wear their hair shaved or faded on the sides and back choose FUE for that reason, and for the option of having the fall-back 'shave it all off' plan. People who probably will never be a Marine again opt for FUT. May I know what you think about my progress? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member hanginginthewire Posted October 9, 2018 Regular Member Share Posted October 9, 2018 48 minutes ago, voxman said: People of a certain age who like to wear their hair shaved or faded on the sides and back choose FUE for that reason, and for the option of having the fall-back 'shave it all off' plan. People who probably will never be a Marine again opt for FUT. Haha. Well I don’t want to be a Marine but I do want an exit strategy if transplants don’t turn out well for me. An FUT scar makes shaving your head a la Bruce Willis less likely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member voxman Posted October 10, 2018 Senior Member Share Posted October 10, 2018 18 hours ago, AmirMilad said: May I know what you think about my progress? Yes you may. It appears you are coming along nicely and will have a good result - things will get better and the hair will mature and thicken as the months go by. Final result is still 9-11 month away! You're on the downslope now! 1 I'm serious. Just look at my face. My Hair Regimen: Lather, Rinse, Repeat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmirMilad Posted December 8, 2018 Author Share Posted December 8, 2018 (edited) Folks I have a question for which I don’t seem to find anything online. I am almost 6 months post-op, and am thinking of going on a 500-calorie deficit for weight loss. As you know, this is a reasonable calorie deficit and I don’t think can be considered crash diet. Do you think this could risk the final outcome of my hair transplant? Edited December 8, 2018 by AmirMilad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Triple7 Posted December 10, 2018 Senior Member Share Posted December 10, 2018 No it will not impact anything. At 6 months I’m guessing everything has already sprouted and is thickening. Just eat good food and exercise. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmirMilad Posted December 16, 2018 Author Share Posted December 16, 2018 Hi folks, I have taken the following photos on November 29, that is 5 months and 10 days after surgery. I actually am very concerned about the left side of my hair, as I don’t see much progress there, compared with the right side. what do you think? Thanks in advance for your comments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Kiwi Guy Posted December 18, 2018 Senior Member Share Posted December 18, 2018 hey mate, as long as you don't do a caloric deficit that is too extreme your body should adjust just fine, also get plenty of sleep so it has time to adjust while your at rest. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member tofuparty Posted March 24, 2019 Regular Member Share Posted March 24, 2019 Any updates? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member hdude46 Posted June 5, 2019 Senior Member Share Posted June 5, 2019 Update? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Peter Reddy Posted September 8, 2020 Regular Member Share Posted September 8, 2020 Buddy , any update . can you share your latest photos of hair growth . I planned to have my HT with Dr. Ron Shapiro . Your advise and experience will greatly my decision as I could not take decision from 6 years with the selection of doctor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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