Regular Member Dr Kostis Posted August 12, 2021 Regular Member Share Posted August 12, 2021 (edited) Hi to all forums users/readers, this is my first post and my pleasure also to share my own personal experience and hair transplant with you all. It is still early days but the result already has been very dramatic and to the point my own family and friends hardly recognise me now. In short I am delighted and this was like for many an important step for me and I know that I have another half a year at least to the final stage but it has already paid dividends and worth sharing already. I am a doctor myself and I have been training with Dr. Bisanga, BHR Clinic, for the past two years, so I have seen firsthand the transformations of patients and have undergone extensive training to perform hair transplantation surgery. So, I have the theory and the practical experience of performing them but also as a hair loss sufferer, I wanted to address this, firstly because I am human, yes, I am a patient as well as a doctor, and for me personally and professionally it was an important step to take. I can really say that undergoing surgery, aside from the primary reason, to improve my appearance, it has also enabled me to connect with patients who will also undergo it, I know now what they feel and experience and I can say it has wholeheartedly given me another view and empathy with them and even though I knew I was in the best hands, I also had some nerves about surgery that is common to all patients. Secondly, I believe in the product we offer, I have seen countless transformations but to be part of one as I am now it testament to the work and I am now a walking advertisement to the quality and naturalness of the work that Dr.Bisanga produces, people can listen to education and consultation summaries but now in me they can see also the product and change. My family have a history of hair loss and so I was realistic in this and my age and current loss, donor limitations, were factors in the design I wanted to have, conservative yet also to frame my face naturally and to address as much as possible in one sitting. I wanted to practice what I preach and could see a conservative approach would be wise and really keep me in good stead for future loss. As you can see from the photos, my donor was not the thickest in areas, so with this in mind we also decided to harvest some chest hair, and for me this was a good option as I have a lot of it and also the compatibility was very agreeable and really comforting to know also this is a future donor source and in Dr. Bisanga’s hands I knew it would also be a success. My density was 65/75 so as guessed more on the lower side and was also a factor in the approach. I have been on 5mg Oral Minoxidil since the surgery. I will also share the chest extraction photos and healing for the users to see. Lastly, a BIG thank you to Dr.Bisanga and the team who worked on me and made this possible, I am grateful and also excited for the ongoing change and will update throughout the year and be happy to answer any questions! Dr. Kostis (BHR Clinic) GRAFT BREAKDOWN:- 1s 451/451 hairs 2s 1237/2474 hairs 3s 752/2256 hairs 4s 88/352 hairsTotal 2528/5533 Average Hairs per FU - 2.18 BHFUE 1s 182 2s 18Total 200 VIDEO TESTIMONY:- PRE-SURGERY SHAVED REAR DONOR POST SURGERY 5 MONTHS WET HAIR 5 MONTHS COMPARISON 5 MONTHS Edited August 12, 2021 by Dr Kostis 5 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Britanium Posted August 12, 2021 Senior Member Share Posted August 12, 2021 Wow 😯 this is awesome for just 5 months. Your write up was excellent and the pics are very clear. Look forward to seeing you progress ! Thanks for showing us 🙏 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member sl Posted August 12, 2021 Senior Member Share Posted August 12, 2021 A really nice outcome so far from a very much loved doctor...Really happy for you and already I know the difference is massive. When you can please also share some chest photos. Congratulations Dr.K and well done to Dr.B and team...You have been both sides of the chair now.. 2 1 I represent Dr. Bisanga. Dr. Christian Bisanga is recommended on the Hair Transplant Network Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amadeus Posted August 12, 2021 Share Posted August 12, 2021 good job 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Melvin- Admin Posted August 12, 2021 Administrators Share Posted August 12, 2021 What an amazing outcome. Do you plan on address the crown? Perhaps you could be a case study for dutasteride and mesotherapy. 4 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 Britanium Posted August 12, 2021 Senior Member Share Posted August 12, 2021 I was wondering if their was a plan in place for the crown, a 2 stage approach would seem a very good idea. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raphael84 Posted August 12, 2021 Share Posted August 12, 2021 Dr. Kostis! I am so happy for you brother! You have come such a long way and you are looking great. The conservative design, placement and density is excellent and the coverage for the graft count is also significant. Well done for the documentation and for sharing your case, it is great and Im sure that many individuals here will really find real value in your journey. Such a transformation already. I can say that above all, you are a great person who we all have much respect for and it is great to have you on the forum. Great job Dr. B and big thank you to all of the team. 4 1 Patient Advisor for Dr. Bisanga - BHR Clinic ian@bhrclinic.com - BHR YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcH4PY1OxoYFwSDKzAkZRww I am not a medical professional and my words should not be taken as medical advice. All opinions and views shared are my own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Moe N Posted August 14, 2021 Regular Member Share Posted August 14, 2021 This is amazing for only 5 months post-surgery! Thanks for sharing your results, Dr Kostis 👍 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member MachoVato Posted August 14, 2021 Senior Member Share Posted August 14, 2021 Hello Doctor! This is a great story and you are looking great for only 5 months. Your hairline is looking really good! Guess what is the worse part about getting new hair? You want more! You will want your crown filled in, too. I wish you the very best success! By the way, I'm the one that brought you the treats from Texas. 2 HLC Ankara | 4261 Grafts | Nov 7, 2020 (Hairline) Dr. Bisanga, BHR Clinic in Brussels | 1528 Grafts | Aug 12, 2021 (Crown and Temples) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raphael84 Posted August 14, 2021 Share Posted August 14, 2021 9 minutes ago, MachoVato said: By the way, I'm the one that brought you the treats from Texas. Haha. Excellent! 2 Patient Advisor for Dr. Bisanga - BHR Clinic ian@bhrclinic.com - BHR YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcH4PY1OxoYFwSDKzAkZRww I am not a medical professional and my words should not be taken as medical advice. All opinions and views shared are my own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Dr Kostis Posted August 18, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted August 18, 2021 On 8/12/2021 at 6:50 PM, JohnAC71 said: Wow 😯 this is awesome for just 5 months. Your write up was excellent and the pics are very clear. Look forward to seeing you progress ! Thanks for showing us 🙏 So far the result is looking very. I cannot imagine how it would like 6-7 months from now. In a years time after the procedure I will share more photos 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Dr Kostis Posted August 18, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted August 18, 2021 On 8/12/2021 at 7:16 PM, sl said: A really nice outcome so far from a very much loved doctor...Really happy for you and already I know the difference is massive. When you can please also share some chest photos. Congratulations Dr.K and well done to Dr.B and team...You have been both sides of the chair now.. Chest will be posted in a few weeks. Congrats to the whole team effort. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Dr Kostis Posted August 18, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted August 18, 2021 On 8/12/2021 at 8:34 PM, amadeus said: good job Thank you. It will look even better in 6-7 months 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Dr Kostis Posted August 18, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted August 18, 2021 On 8/12/2021 at 9:00 PM, Melvin- Moderator said: What an amazing outcome. Do you plan on address the crown? Perhaps you could be a case study for dutasteride and mesotherapy. Crown will follow.. probably late October - beginning of November. After that it will be a massive transformation! Dutasteride/mesotherapy is an amazing way to give a boost to your transplanted hair and also to your native hair. I highly recommended 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Dr Kostis Posted August 18, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted August 18, 2021 On 8/12/2021 at 9:54 PM, JohnAC71 said: I was wondering if their was a plan in place for the crown, a 2 stage approach would seem a very good idea. Crown will follow in a few months. After that it will be a massive transformation. I am looking forward to it! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Dr Kostis Posted August 18, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted August 18, 2021 On 8/13/2021 at 1:14 AM, Raphael84 said: Dr. Kostis! I am so happy for you brother! You have come such a long way and you are looking great. The conservative design, placement and density is excellent and the coverage for the graft count is also significant. Well done for the documentation and for sharing your case, it is great and Im sure that many individuals here will really find real value in your journey. Such a transformation already. I can say that above all, you are a great person who we all have much respect for and it is great to have you on the forum. Great job Dr. B and big thank you to all of the team. Thank you for your kind words. It’s a pleasure to share my result after 5 months. I am looking forward to answer any questions regarding my procedure. Dr Bisanga and the team did a flawless work. I am very thankful to them. It’s an honour to be on the forum! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Dr Kostis Posted August 18, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted August 18, 2021 On 8/14/2021 at 6:09 PM, Moe N said: This is amazing for only 5 months post-surgery! Thanks for sharing your results, Dr Kostis 👍 More will follow in 6 months time. I ll also share some photos from the BHT of chest! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Dr Kostis Posted August 18, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted August 18, 2021 On 8/14/2021 at 11:13 PM, MachoVato said: Hello Doctor! This is a great story and you are looking great for only 5 months. Your hairline is looking really good! Guess what is the worse part about getting new hair? You want more! You will want your crown filled in, too. I wish you the very best success! By the way, I'm the one that brought you the treats from Texas. Thank you for your kind words! Crown will follow in a few months and then the total transformation will be completed! Thank you for your treat! All’s flavours were so good! Looking forward to see your result also! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Britanium Posted August 18, 2021 Senior Member Share Posted August 18, 2021 20 minutes ago, Dr Kostis said: Crown will follow in a few months. After that it will be a massive transformation. I am looking forward to it! Look forward to seeing it evolve 👌 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member A Fue Good Men Posted August 21, 2021 Senior Member Share Posted August 21, 2021 Hello Doctor Kostis. Why was beard not considered before chest donor? From my understanding beard would provide more coverage and has higher survival. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Dr Kostis Posted November 16, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted November 16, 2021 (edited) Hi All and apologies for the delay in getting this update. I am very busy as a hair transplant surgeon and so it has been a few months since my last update that I have been keen to present, so here are my 9 month photos. I am very grateful to Dr.Bisanga and the team as to how this is progressing and will for my next surgery tackle my crown and be booking that in the near future. It has been for me especially as a surgeon, life changing and instills confidence in the product as I am a walking testimony. The growth has been very good and really natural and my own family and friends who were skeptical at first are really now amazed. I will also post a video we took at the clinic and be happy to answer any questions..Again a big thank you to Dr.Bisanga and the team at BHR Clinic for this wonderful transformation so far. Take care, Dr.Kostis Edited November 16, 2021 by Dr Kostis 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Britanium Posted November 16, 2021 Senior Member Share Posted November 16, 2021 Thanks, but could your post the pics directly on the post ? 🙏 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Dr Kostis Posted November 16, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted November 16, 2021 Yes I did but it didn't allow the codes, so I dragged.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Britanium Posted November 16, 2021 Senior Member Share Posted November 16, 2021 1 minute ago, Dr Kostis said: Yes I did but it didn't allow the codes, so I dragged.. All good 😌 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member SLA Posted November 17, 2021 Senior Member Share Posted November 17, 2021 NICE! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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