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Hair Restoration Research Forum Hair Restoration Results Posted by Patients (NEW~17MonthUpdate)Robert's hair transplant performed on 6/18/2004 (Personal Album)|
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| First of all, I want to apologize for the lack of clear photos. I'll get someone to take them for me at a higher resolution soon but I wanted to go ahead and get something up since it has been so long. At 17 months post op, I can honestly say that my life has changed as a result of this procedure with Dr. Cooley. No longer do I dread events where I cannot wear a ball cap. No longer am I worried that someone may be staring at me wondering why such a young guy is balding. Those were the stares that I got as young as 20 years old. I no longer get them. My hair line may seem high to some, but that was my cautious approach and Dr. Cooley and I discussed it extensively. I wanted an even higher hairline, but he convinced me to go down just a bit; about a half inch. My concern was/is my rapid hair loss at such a young age and rampant male-pattern baldness in my family. I have been lucky to be a decent responder to medication on my crown. I am currently taking Avodart - .5 mg daily, 5% generic minoxidil applied twice daily, good vitamins, and an attempt to get enough rest, which doesnt always happen but I do what I can. Dr. Cooley and his staff in Charlotte, NC are absolutely top-notch in every respect and I have no qualms recommending their clinic to anyone considering hair restoration surgery. I have had nothing short of the most positive experience that could be imagined. In short, the photos speak for themselves. I recieved 2,300 grafts to the hairline and forelock. I am patiently watching my crown grow thicker as time goes by. I have absolutely no plans for getting grafts placed in the crown area for fear of future loss because of my relatively young age (27). I may kick around lowering the hair line sometime in the future, but for right now I am happy. You can see my still-thin crown in some of the photos. With some dermatch in, there is no detection of hair loss. Without it, I have a thin crown. Compare my latest photos with the below "before" photo and you will see just how far I have come. If this transformation isn't "life-altering" for a mid-twenties guy, then I don't know what is! In closing, "Thank you Dr. Cooley!" -Robert Before:  17 months post op:  *6 Month Update* 6 months post-op:  A picture is worth a thousand words. What else can I say? Thank you DR. Cooley!!! **5 month update** Everyday is better and better. I can leave the house without a hat on (with a little Toppik sprinkled on the crown) every day now. In fact, the only time I have worn a hat lately is around the house! It's also a great feeling not to feel "naked" without it on anymore. And yes, I have gotten compliments on my hair! I will be posting a picture with Toppik in tomorrow for everyone to see and give feedback. **4 Month update** I see more growth as time goes by. I am still looking forward to the 6 month mark. **2nd 3 month Update** When I was in Dr. Cooley's office last friday, we were discussing my new growth from both the transplant and the addition of Finasteride and Minoxidil to my regimen again. I had stopped using both for about 2 and a half years not being informed of the obvious consequences. When Ms. Ailene handed me the last photo in the gallery showcasing the extent of my hair loss before the medications and transplant I was floored. Even though I am on the forums daily and see my "before" pics a good bit, it is difficult not to recoil a little when you see the dramatic change that just 4+ months of the medications can do. I had been on both for about 3 to 4 weeks again when the top picture was taken the day of my consultation. My consultation was the day before my procedure was performed. Once I saw this, I knew I had to have this picture to post for others to see. With the 1-2 attack of the transplant and the medications (Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Nizoral shampoo), I am extremely happy with the results thus far. **3 Month Update** Ok, here it is. 4 months after re-starting Finasteride and Minoxidil and 3 months post-op. I took some more at Dr. Cooley's office Friday and he is emailing them to me. There is one particular picture that he had that was taken the day before the procedure that I cannot wait to share. It really highlights what The Finasteride and Minoxidil has done for me so far. For now, though, just compare the newest "Top" pictures with the "Before #5" pic to get a good estimate of what is going on. More detailed pics to come soon!! I wanted to update my old thread to a photo album. I am currently exactly at 10 weeks post op from my procedure with Dr. Cooley. I had my second hair cut since the procedure today and I had the back and sides trimmed with a #2 guard. I am very happy with the way the scar looks and I am already seeing grafts pop at the hairline. If anyone has any questions on my procedure I invite you to look back on my original thread (though I am reposting all of the pictures here): http://hair-restoration-info.com/eve/forums?a=tpc&s=5696015661&f=2566060861&m=691103843<BR><BR>I want to apologize on the clarity of a lot of the pictures. Camera phones just aren't great at documenting hair transplant procedure progression, it seems. I am going to post some clearer shots of my 10 week progress tomorrow. There are a good bit of pictures, so you may just want to hit "gallery" in the top right corner instead of waiting for the pictures to download individually using the "slideshow." Once the Gallery is up, just click on the individual thumbnail to see it full size and to be able to read the whole text. Thanks, -Robert As forum moderator and a Patient Advocate for the Coalition I'm available to answer any questons. To view animations and videos and learn about leading hair restoration physicians visit http://www.regrowhair.com/our_physicians.asp |
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Hair Restoration Research Forum Hair Restoration Results Posted by Patients (NEW~17MonthUpdate)Robert's hair transplant performed on 6/18/2004 (Personal Album)