Fue Hair Transplant - My Story (so Far)

[pete_love]

Probably my last update.

3.5 months, I'm way ahead of schedule. A lot of hair has grown in over the last 4 weeks to the extent where I no longer need the Toppik. Really, really happy with the results and delighted that after 7 years I finally have a hairline again. If anyone was ever unsure about FUE, here's what it can do for you. I've posted 3 pictures, one from a couple years ago and 2 from today. Just after my shower then styled.

 

[michel sapin]

so basically you never used propecia ?

 

[pete_love]

So basically you never read the thread.

I used it, got sides, didn't like it. Did this. Although the majority of people seem to focus solely on meds, like you, so fair play. Not for me though.

 

[Dench57]

it will be a cold day in hell when michel sapin doesn't come into a thread asking about propecia

nice growth for 3.5 months, gonna be such an improvement

 

[michel sapin]

^^sry guys

 

[kiwipilu]

man, this result looks great to me.
srsly I 'm wondering what must be the feeling; knowing you can forget your worries with your hairloss and forget your ugly hairline.
Brb going to my bank...^^

 

[sinan]

Hi mate thanks very much for providing your fue journey at Clinicana. Ive just had my treatment there also and although i have read your post before ive only just signed up to the site. Are you able to provide an update? i had 4000 graft implanted today and like you although i asked for them to focus on the crown area they never done much in that area which is disappointing. i know i need to be patient and its going to be a long road ahead but im already getting doubts. Any update would be greatly appreciated.

 

[pete_love]

Sinan, I wouldn't be too concerned if it's only been a week or so since the op. I'm guessing you're about to do the first proper wash and get the scabs off. Post a picture and show me how it looks, or keep me posted. I was given two choices - 1) an even coverage (and thus, coverage over the crown) or 2) a denser, thicker hairline. I chose option 2. F*ck the crown, I can cover that up and maintain that in other ways. I'm in to month 4 now (bearing in mind you are told full results won't be present for 12-18 months) and already I can comb my fringe. It's now as thick as it was when I was 15.

At times earlier on after my op, I had concerns like you. But Give it a chance and wait a few months. I'm sure you'll be impressed. Keep me updated though.

 

[spring15]

Geez 2 years ago you had next to nothing on top of your dome! One of the best transformations I've seen.

By the way how old are you? Sorry if you posted somewhere I couldn't find it

 

[pete_love]

Wow. The swelling was really bad for you. I thought I was bad, I had slight yellow marks under my eyes a few days later, but you look like you've been in a boxing ring lol.

Here's two recent photos. The first was a slick back effort last week. The second was literally taken 2 minutes ago, showing the side perspective. As you can see, my donor area is now indistinguishable (I was initially worried about that being over harvested).

As I say I'm only 4 months in. I'm still a little thin around the middle but it continues to get thicker and this is all about being patient. To be honest, looking at your pictures, it was a carbon copy of how my head looked after I washed off the scabs. So far so good mate.

I took biotin supplements and used Biotin shampoo along with Nizoral, and avoided using minoxidil to minimise any chance of shedding. I've been getting my back and sides cut since 2 weeks after the op. I keep them short (0.5) and it looks great.

Looks like your op has been every bit as successful as mine. Did you stay at the Ritz? Must've been just after the bomb blast!

 

[pete_love]

Spring15 - I am 27 years old. Been using Toppik since 22. Literally had nothing left coming in to the op. The transformation has been incredible. It sounds pretty pathetic, but I was in the barbers the other day and I was just staring at it all in the mirror and couldn't believe that hair was mine. I couldn't keep the smile off my face. And I've still another 8 months of improvements to come. Best decision I have ever made.

 

[sinan]

haha yeah 12 month with mike tyson hopefully worth it in the end. Ive been taking biotin also. Your results are great you must be chuffed. I had an opportunity to go back the dau after my op to get more done in the crown but i couldnt handle it. Wish i had now as thats the area that botherer me most. If the ops has been successful after 12 months results im going to go back for the crown. Keep us updated with your progress mate.

 

[pete_love]

6 months hairaversary today. Delighted with the result so far. Only thing is my donor area is still a little thin, but no one ever comments/notices.

 

[DoctorHouse]

6 months hairaversary today. Delighted with the result so far. Only thing is my donor area is still a little thin, but no one ever comments/notices.

Looks good for just six months.

 

[Mickeyblueeyes]

Do you have any pictures of your hair freshly washed without Topic or product on it?
I'd love to see the density achieved with 5000+ grafts.
Are you considering a second procedure?
Results look nice

 

[Davidubi]

6 months hairaversary today. Delighted with the result so far. Only thing is my donor area is still a little thin, but no one ever comments/notices.

Wow...after 6 months your donor area is not fully recovered. I would say your hairline is a bit short of density but overall and seeing what situation you came from the result is more than acceptable. Congrats!

 

[pete_love]

Mickeyblueeyes - the last 3 pictures had no toppik/product. That was just dried out of the shower.

I'm not considering a second one, no. I am thin at the back too, my hair loss was very aggressive. However, I am using minoxidil, nizoral and Biotin to try keep this at bay. In the future, who knows? But my priority was the hairline and that has thankfully been resolved.

 

[Roberto_72]

it will be a cold day in hell when michel sapin doesn't come into a thread asking about propecia

nice growth for 3.5 months, gonna be such an improvement

...or where precisely one applies minoxidil

 

[spring15]

it will be a cold day in hell when michel sapin doesn't come into a thread asking about propecia

@michel sapin is now a senior member around here, you better show some respeK

 

[CopeForLife]

it will be a cold day in hell when michel sapin doesn't come into a thread asking about propecia

nice growth for 3.5 months, gonna be such an improvement

1. propecia
2. minoxidill
3. sides
3. how old are you ??

thats all Sapin is capable to ask

he doesn't even bother to read the post usually