Regular Member buccap Posted February 14, 2009 Regular Member Share Posted February 14, 2009 I had a procedure done about 7 months ago on the frontal hairline and temples with a recommended coolition Dr. However, if you split my hairline in half it almost looks like I've had 2 separate procedures. One side of my hairline has come in quite dense with dark, thick hairs with no noticable spaces, and I'm very pleased with the results so far. The other side has not come in quite as dense. The quality of the hair doesn't even look the same. It looks much finer, and the hairs seem much more spaced apart. In fact there are gaps where hair should have grown in, and the hairline doesn't tie in like the other side. I find it hard to believe that I'll be receiving the quoted dense packing that my dr. predicted. Now I'm wondering if the grafts failed to all grow in on that side, or is it too early to tell at 7 months? I find it kind of hard to believe I'll get any new growth, but I'm no expert. I guess that if the thinner side wasn't the side that I parted my hair on I wouldn't be so concerned. Otherwise, even after 7 months I think I could pass with just the one procedure if both sides eventually even out. Does anyone have any thoughts on this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member buccap Posted February 14, 2009 Author Regular Member Share Posted February 14, 2009 I had a procedure done about 7 months ago on the frontal hairline and temples with a recommended coolition Dr. However, if you split my hairline in half it almost looks like I've had 2 separate procedures. One side of my hairline has come in quite dense with dark, thick hairs with no noticable spaces, and I'm very pleased with the results so far. The other side has not come in quite as dense. The quality of the hair doesn't even look the same. It looks much finer, and the hairs seem much more spaced apart. In fact there are gaps where hair should have grown in, and the hairline doesn't tie in like the other side. I find it hard to believe that I'll be receiving the quoted dense packing that my dr. predicted. Now I'm wondering if the grafts failed to all grow in on that side, or is it too early to tell at 7 months? I find it kind of hard to believe I'll get any new growth, but I'm no expert. I guess that if the thinner side wasn't the side that I parted my hair on I wouldn't be so concerned. Otherwise, even after 7 months I think I could pass with just the one procedure if both sides eventually even out. Does anyone have any thoughts on this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Leeson Posted February 14, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted February 14, 2009 Pic? Sometimes one side can lag behind, but at 7 months you should be noticing some growth. A small number of patients are late growers. My Hair Loss Website - Dr. Hasson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member hairthere Posted February 14, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted February 14, 2009 Yes, 7 months time is too early to tell. You must give your HT at least 1 year before determining if you are happy with the results. I am the owner/operator of AHEAD INK a Scalp Micropigmentation Company in Fort Lee, New Jersey. www.aheadink.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member buccap Posted February 14, 2009 Author Regular Member Share Posted February 14, 2009 Thanks for the quick replies Leeson and hairthere, but I do have growth, but it's just spotty on one side of my hairline. Instead of no hair in that area it just looks like I'm thinning or balding in that area. I was just wondering if it will fill in more after 7 months? I know you're not supposed to critique the procedure until after a year, but I'm also thinking of planning ahead to see if I'll need more work done or maybe even to consult another dr.? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Petchski Posted February 14, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted February 14, 2009 I've seen quite a few cases where the transplants grows quicker on one side than the other...it just needs a couple of months to catch up is all...I think i'll be the same as one side looks thicker than the other, so more graphs shed from my left side. You did everything right, went to a coalition doc, followed the post op directions, etc... It'll come good. -------------------------------------- My Hair Loss Website - Hair Transplant with Dr. Feller Dr Feller Jan '09 2000 grafts Dr Lorenzo Dec '15 2222 grafts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Petchski Posted February 14, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted February 14, 2009 Just to add, look through the blogs, you'll see loads of poster who had big growth spurts on month 8-9 -------------------------------------- My Hair Loss Website - Hair Transplant with Dr. Feller Dr Feller Jan '09 2000 grafts Dr Lorenzo Dec '15 2222 grafts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member MrJobi Posted February 16, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted February 16, 2009 wait until 12 months and then you will see most of the growth.. Worrying earlier is not smart and just gives added stress JOBI 1417 FUT - Dr. True 1476 FUT - Dr. True 2124 FUT - Dr. True 604 FUE - Dr. True My views are based on my personal experiences, research and objective observations. I am not a doctor. Total - 5621 FU's uncut! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill - Seemiller Posted February 16, 2009 Share Posted February 16, 2009 buccap, I agree with the advice you've been given so far. I also recommend consulting with your doctor and sharing your concerns. Communication with your doctor is very important during the hair restoration growth process so he/she can act as a champion in your corner. If in the event your results aren't up to par, I trust any Coalition doctor to stand behind you and ensure you're well taken care of. Feel free also to post your progress pictures and keep us all posted in the coming months. Best wishes, Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member latinlotus Posted February 16, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted February 16, 2009 It is possible that you are a late grower on one side. However, it is also possible that a tech botched the job on one side. The techs normally divide the work on each side of the head. Talk to your doctor about your concern. ******** I am not a doctor. The opinions and comments are of my own. HT with Dr. Cooley on Nov 20, 2008 2097 grafts, 3957 hairs Proscar, 1.25 mg daily, skip the 5th day, started Nov 2007 My Hair Loss Blog - Hair Transplant with Dr. Cooley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member mmhce Posted February 17, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted February 17, 2009 What are the main reasons for disparative growth, such as in this case? take care... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Petro_P Posted June 23, 2009 Regular Member Share Posted June 23, 2009 Any updates? thanx ----------------------------------- Dr. Rahal 2745 grafts (3-Dec-08) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member bash77 Posted June 23, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted June 23, 2009 Who was the doctor in this case? Be interested to know the follow up on this... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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