I'm so sorry that I missed your mention. I've been on vacations and in the ET forum mostly but I got my biopsy results. I do not have CCCA and have traction alopecia on my edges. I was very happy to hear that. I'm still undecided with regards to a doctor. I've had quotes from the 2 docs I mentioned and a Dr. Epstein who wants to do it in his Miami office. Dr. Tutu is black so I want to give her a play but she has only performed a handful of procedures. She's also in the same price bracket as the others. Any insight or feedback will be appreciated because I want it done in the fall.@nycutiepie - any update?
Thank you. I'm getting the strip method which his practice refers to as FUG. He estimates 1600 grafts. The FUE is usually used for cases where the individual keeps their hair in a low cut (I.e., men, women with short cuts). I pray that I will have my edges back by next summer.Congratulations - @nycutiepie.
Are you going to get a FUE or FUT? Did he tell you what type of density (number of grafts per square centimeter) you can expect?
Thank you. I'm getting the strip method which his practice refers to as FUG. He estimates 1600 grafts. The FUE is usually used for cases where the individual keeps their hair in a low cut (I.e., men, women with short cuts). I pray that I will have my edges back by next summer.
@NaturallyBri87 - I think it's all about how you feel about the area.
Has a doctor confirmed that the follicles on your left side are dead? If they are that is the only reason you should consider a HT. If the follicles are dead, massaging, oils, etc. will not help as there isn't anything there to grow.
I had my procedure with Dr. Epstein 7 years ago. I was extremely pleased with the results although I didn't get all the grafts I wanted due to finances. I'm considering going back for another round of grafts. If you don't mind how many grafts are you getting and what's the price point.Hey @ilong - I'm booked for my procedure in October with Dr. Jeffrey Epstein. He's a world leader in the field and his credentials are excellent. You can look up his work on Realself.
Thanks @ilong. You have a wealth of information and I appreciate it.LOL - yes you are right he refers to the strip method as Follicular Unit Grafting (FUG) instead of the industry standard term FUT. While, FUE has a lower graft take rate, especially for AA curly hair, it isn't just for individuals who wear low cuts.
Be sure to ask him about your projected density with the number of estimated grafts and placement. Density is very important . If it's low then the recipient area will look thin.
Sorry I couldn't find a pic with AA hair but this is a good representation of density.
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This is very good to hear. He estimates 1600 grafts at $7900 in the Miami office. What areas did you have transplanted (i.e., edges, top, etc.)? I'm assuming you would get a repeat customer discount.I had my procedure with Dr. Epstein 7 years ago. I was extremely pleased with the results although I didn't get all the grafts I wanted due to finances. I'm considering going back for another round of grafts. If you don't mind how many grafts are you getting and what's the price point.
I received 1400 grafts on my edges. I had male pattern baldness; hair is now filled in but I have low density so I'd like to address that.This is very good to hear. He estimates 1600 grafts at $7900 in the Miami office. What areas did you have transplanted (i.e., edges, top, etc.)? I'm assuming you would get a repeat customer discount.
He's allegedly done over 750 AA procedures. He's a leader in the field with all the credentials but I'm glad to hear from an actual patient.@pjthom001 - glad to hear you had a good experience with Dr. Epstein. I'm sure @nycutiepie is happy to hear a positive review/feedback for Dr. Epstein from an African American patient.
@nycutiepie - wow- 750! That is AMAZING! His biography says he "Has performed more than 11,000 hair procedures since 1993".He's allegedly done over 750 AA procedures. He's a leader in the field with all the credentials but I'm glad to hear from an actual patient.
thank you so much for this thread! I've been considering the transplant for a few years. Will be my gift to myself for my 30 bday.Hasson & Wong are offering Free Hair Restoration Consultations, with a patient advisor, in the following areas:
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thank you so much for this thread! I've been considering the transplant for a few years. Will be my gift to myself for my 30 bday.
My pleasure! What an awesome and well deserved birthday gift. Keep us posted on your journey!T
thank you so much for this thread! I've been considering the transplant for a few years. Will be my gift to myself for my 30 bday.
I have an account and you are right the pics are so inspiring.Go to Realself.com and register. Once you log in you can search hair transplants and see many before and after photos. You will be amazed at some of the work.