Dr. Beehner has been recommended on the Hair Transplant Network for over six years and has consistently earned strong patient reviews in the past from his very loyal patients (view his profile/recommendation at http://www.hairtransplantnetwork.com/Consult-a-Physician/Doctors.asp?DrID=5).

He is also very well respected by his physician colleagues and was awarded the highest honor in the field of hair transplantation – the Platinum Follicle award.

Dr. Beehner himself suffered from hair loss and did hair transplantation in the early eighties. He then became interested in improving the results he and other patients could get and has performed hair transplantation exclusively for the past ten years.

In my opinion, he is very genuine and interested in providing his patients with the best combination of naturalness, fullness and value. While he does provide sessions of all microscopically trimmed follicular unit grafts, Dr. Beehner believes that some patients can achieve the optimal illusion of density by using some multiple follicular unit grafts in the central areas.

These multiple follicular unit grafts, which are all trimmed under microscopes, typically contain two or even three follicular units that are naturally close together. Thus such multi haired grafts are able to achieve a higher density of hair than can be achieved by placing separate follicular unit grafts into even the most densely packed incisions.

Thus by judiciously and strategically placing a limited number of multiple follicular unit grafts in the central areas behind the hairline, Dr. Beehner believes that these denser grafts can break up and mask what might otherwise be a see through or transparent looking hair transplant.

Dr. Beehner sincerely believes that many patients, especially those with fine or light colored hair, can achieve both naturalness and a greater illusion of density ultimately by combining follicular unit grafts with a smaller number of multiple follicular units that are strategically placed in the mid scalp areas. He believes that using small grafts exclusively often results in a natural but sparse/thin look.

After spending an hour looking through a half a dozen patient photo albums, I think Dr. Beehner has had a great deal of success in creating full thick looking results for many of his patients. Many of his patients swear by his technique and their end results.

Thus for patients who want a cost effective alternative to all follicular unit grafting I believe he merits serious consideration.

Over half of Dr. Beehner's patients choose to have all follicular unit grafts. However, for appropriate candidates, Dr. Beehner does recommend the use of some 4 and 5 hair grafts in the mid scalp region to create an optimal illusion of full density.

On the day of my visit Dr. Beehner performed an all follicular unit session of 2,056 follicular units (30% ones 60% twos 10% threes). He used tiny custom cut blades as small as 0.7 to create lateral (perpendicular) incisions in the patients hairline area. Further back in and around the existing hair he switched to sagital (parallel) incisions so that the incisions run parallel to the existing follicles and thus in between them. He believes this best minimizes the transection and loss of existing hairs.

He also took great care in removing the donor strip with minimal transection of the follicles and the surrounding tissues and vessels. The donor closure using sutures was also first class.

Dr. Beehner was assisted by Dr. Chris Pawlinga who is a hair transplant patient of Dr. Beehner who later did a formal fellowship with him. Since that time Dr. Pawlinga has worked with Dr. Beehner on a part time basis and has a great passion for hair transplantation surgery.

In my opinion the procedure I observed was ultra refined and of very high quality.

hello Pat I personally had a transplant from them and it was 1ST class shit and if you dont belive me I went to Dr Feller for A repair consult and he said it was primarly plug work ,so if he is so good why dont we let him in to the coalition?

[QUOTE]Originally posted by stumper:
hello Pat I personally had a transplant from them and it was 1ST class shit and if you dont belive me I went to Dr Feller for A repair consult and he said it was primarly plug work ,so if he is so good why dont we let him in to the coalition?oh yea he never uses custom cut blades.And also he him self said anything over 1200 graphs wont grow due to lack of blood supply,so is this guy recommended or not I think he is a bull shiter.

Wow, this sounds bad. Anybody?

Stumper:

Sorry to hear that your unhappy with your HT...Just thought I'd share my experiences...I've had 4 HT's--2 round plug transplants & 2 all FU transplants...I've been reading/participating in this forum since 2001 & it's not odd to read that someone has had a negative experience with a recommended doc...as Pat discussed in his report, Dr. Beehner performs combination transplants using FU families & all FU HT's depending on patient preference...I had an all FU transplant, of 1508 grafts, in 2001 with Dr. Beehner & was pleased with the results--in those day's 1500 grafts was considered a "mega session"...after having 4 procedures, my overall experience with Dr. Beehner was at the "top of the list"...because of a distance factor, I later consulted with Dr. Feller, who had very favorable comments about my prior HT's--in fact, I believe he said, "why are you here"?...I believe Dr. Beehner's combination procedures are in the 1200 graft range--perhaps this is the procedure that stumper has written about...IMO mini-grafts can loosely be referred to as a "plug"...to my knowledge, Dr. Shapiro & other top docs have performed this type of procedure when the situation dicated...I'm currently considering a final HT to complete my restoration & I'm considering Dr. Beehner espectially since he's now performing "ultra" refined FUT's...I've narrowed my list down to Dr. Beehner, Dr. Feller, & Dr. Vogel--because I wouldn't shave my head, I have to reluctantly exclude H & W...I hope this helps with the discussion!

Stumper,

I'm sorry you were disappointed with Dr. Beehner. But clearly he now does use tiny incisions and refined grafts in the appropriate areas. The session I saw was over 2,000 grafts so he also clearly now does sessions much larger than 1,200 grafts when appropriate.

Dr. Beehner's philosophy differs from Dr. Feller's in that Dr. Beehner believes that some patients can achieve the optimal illusion of density by having some 4 and 5 hair grafts in the central areas of the mid scalp region, while Dr. Feller believes in achieving density by using greater numbers of one and two hair grafts in the central area and throughout the balding areas.

Dr. Beehner's approach typically requires multiple sessions to achieve the end result. Many patients swear by his approach and philosophy of having no scalp visible on top due to the 4 and 5 hair grafts creating a dense look that is hard to see into or through.

While I personally lean toward large all follicular unit sessions, I believe some patients may benefit most from the larger graft approach. Dr. Beehner's multigraft sessions are also typically more cost effective for patients, with sessions typically costing about $5000.

Dr. Beehner and his staff certainly have the capability to cut loads of very tiny grafts and charge for each and every one of them. But Dr. Beehner sincerely believes that for some patients the use of some 4 and 5 hair grafts in the central region will give them the greatest optical illusion of density.

Dr. Beehner offers his patients both all follicular unit sessions or combination grafting depending on characteristics and needs of the patient. I leave it to the patient's of Dr. Beehner's to choose the approach that best suites them.

Best wishes, Pat

Hello to all,

I am not a regular writer on this site, but after reading the remark about Dr. Beehner, I felt compelled to respond. I had three transplants with Dr. Beehner. I have to look up the actual counts for each one. The first one was a combo of micro follicular and multi follicular grafts and the others were all micro follicular units. My results are absolutely outstanding!!! The first HT filled in the center of my head (I don't know all the jargon, sorry), and it looks full and thick. He concentrated after that on my hairline and temple areas and the results are great. My nephew was so impressed that he just had his first HT with Dr. Beehner and will be going for another. Even my brother is going for a consultation to get restorative work on the doll plugs he received from another doctor many years ago.

My hairline and temples look fabulous and natural and my hair looks full on the top as well. I am actually thinking of a last HT with Dr. Beehner to do a final touch up. If I didn't think he did good work, I would not be going back, nor would I have recommended my brother and nephew to him. he is a top notch surgeon and a first class gentleman. His staff is not only well trained, but friendly and personable. They make you feel at ease and comfortable.

I recommend Dr. Beehner unconditionally to all who read this. His work is top notch and you won't be disappointed. I'm sorry I cant give you all the techincal jargon, but I am a layman who is only interested in one thing... the final result! And, the final result with Dr. Beehner is... excellent! If I can find the paperwork for my previous HT's, I'll post thework he did.

Thank you.

Stumper,

I'm sorry to hear about your bad experience with Dr. Beehner.

How long ago did you have your surgery with him? Do you have any before/immediately post op/after pictures you can share with us before you had repair work done? Like all hair transplant doctors who have been around long enough, techniques and technologies have evolved and quality hair transplant physicians will continue to move ahead with the times.

Also...

Understand that there is a difference between our coalition doctors and our recommended doctors. You can read about the differences here. As far as I understand, Dr. Beehner is not being considered for coalition membership at this time.

Like Pat, I also have a tendency to lead toward larger all follicular unit sessions...but I also agree that the immediately post op work I see in the above referenced pictures appear to be ultra refined.

I do sympathize with your situation and hope you can provide us with more information. May I suggest starting your own thread with your experience and photos. This would be helpful.

Thanks,

Falc

jhamil,

I am glad you have had a positive experience with Dr. Beehner.

Since you have been a member of our community since 2001, I looked you up to see if you have posted your experience and pictures on another thread and I found them here. Unfortunately, the pictures are not displaying properly. Any chance you can repost?

Of course, this hair transplant is also 6 years old at this point too.

In order to credit a doctor - we must evaluate his current work as those of us who have been around for awhile know and understand that the history of hair transplantation is not pretty.

Falc

Hi Falc,

Fortunately, I have updated photos of about 3 weeks ago. I will convert them to the computer and post them for all to see. Can you tell me where I should post them (on this thread)? Thanks.

John

I had a hair transplant by Dr. Beehner about 7-8 years ago. It was a very positive and successful experience. There isn't a morning I get up that I don't look in the mirror and feel good about the nice head of hair I have. Getting a hair transplant is a very personal and one should be very concerned about who to go to. I would recommend Dr. Beehner without reservation.

jhamil (John),

I'd suggest posting your experience and photos in the "Hair Transplant Patient Photo Albums" Section.

Consider also creating a Hair Loss Weblog.

Falc

rob,

Though I agree that based on the above information and pictures that Dr. Beehner has the ability to produce quality results, 7-8 years ago was a long time ago in the world of hair transplantation and has come a long way since those days.

But I am happy that you are satisfied

If you are willing, please post your experience and photos on a new thread in the "Hair Transplant Patient Photo Albums.

Falc

--i had my fifth transplant with dr beehner in april of this year--i have the utmost respect for he and his staff--obviously--or i wouldnt have gone back five times--my head has gone from shiney bald ,(,where i was getting weekly comments) --to a great head of hair --it is the greatest thing ive ever done for myself.!!
my original research began at this site--and i researched carefuuly for 1 year--(thanks pat--this site gave me the courage)--i then ended up deciding amongst several drs and decided on dr beehner. My first surgery was filled with anxiety--but was a great experience--i never experienced any pain--the next 4 surgeries were great--felt like a day of rest for me---and the excitement of seeing new hair was awesome
i am a veterinarian so i would probably be considered an educated consumer. Dr beehner and his staff are very professional--and the surgical suite is extremely clean and comfortable-this was important to me-i cannot say enough good things----i would be more than happy to discuss my experience at dr beehners with anybody that may have questions----my email is LK@epix.net....my yahoo messenger id is " leonardkreger" (which is also my name)--in case you wanna see my final results on webcam--and i have some before and after pics--as does dr beehner-you can email me or ask dr beehner
my experience at dr beehners and the head of hair i now have has been life changing for me and as i mentioned--one of the greatest things ive ever done for myself-----sincerely ,,,, dr leonard kreger (wellsboro veterinary hospital--wellsboro pa)

Hello Again all,

I was asked to post pics of my results with Dr. Beehner. I made an album of 4 pics in the album section of the forum for anyone who is interested. It should be noted that all the hair on the top and front is transplanted. The hairline looks realistic and my hair looks full. Once again, I am extremely pleased with Dr. Beehner and his wonderful staff. I recommend him highly!!!

PS - The pics were taken in July, 2007. They are the results of my 3 HT's with Dr. Beehner. I put the only pre HT pic I could find in there also. The hair in the pre HT pic in the clip is pretty much gone and all the other pics show the transplanted hair in its place. I also gave a shot of my temple area that Dr. Beehner did as well. That area is pretty much all transplanted hair as well. To view my photos visit http://hair-restoration-info.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/256...321050533#4321050533

Hello everyone,

I've had five transplants with Dr. Beehner and am very pleased with the results. My hairline looks exceptionally natural and of the highest quality. Dr. Beehner did a great job each time and although I am 55 I look 30 years younger. I give Dr. Beehner my highest recommendations and urge anyone considering the procedure to see him.

John

I had a transplant a couple of years ago by Dr.Beehner. From the time I walked into the office everything was first class. Dr. Beehner and his staff were kind and professional. the procdure was smooth, explanations and instructons re the procedure and post operative care were thorough and concise. I had almost no discomfort after the surgerey and, without getting up close, it was hard for friends and co-workers to tell I had even had a transplant done. Now I have the head of hair I had many years ago and it looks very natural. I would recommend Dr. Beehner without reservation.

I just wanted to add one clarifying comment about our donor harvesting methods. The one photo stated that we don't go beyond 1.5cm width in taking our donor scars. It is actually 1.3cm (or 13mm) that we don't exceed, and that limit only is reached on a first timer. The maximum width limit becomes smaller (usually 10-12mm) at a second or third session. The only exception would be woman in whom the only good donor hair is on the rear occipital wall and none of the side hair can be used. In such cases we will "stretch" ourselves a little and take as wide as we can of the "good stuff, " sometimes reaching 1.5-1.6 cm, and then undermine if necessary to get the wound closed without tension.
Another important point is that those limits ONLY apply to the rear, flat occipital area. As soon as the parietal corner is reached, where the plane of the head starts to turn, we always narrow our donor harvest by around 0.2cm, making it that much narrower than the rear. This is because it is easier to end up with donor scar stretching at the "corner" and on the sides of the head.
Mike Beehner, M.D.

Dr Beehner and is office staff are the best ...I spent lots of time researching the surgury prior to having it done. Dr. Beehner spent lots of time talking to me about what I wanted as and end result and did a great job explaining the entire proceedure to both myself and my wife. The recovery time and process went exactly as we were told it would. The results were wonderful and actually better than what I had expected. It has been 5 years and my wife and I are amazed at the sucess we had with Dr. Beehner's clinic. We have spoken to many people who are intrested in having the proceedure and will continue to recommend Dr. Beehner as the most talented, professional doctor.