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      community What is the deal with "longitudinal partial follicular unit transplantation"

      in Transplants  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      Longitudinal partial follicular unit transplantation involves extracting part of the donor follicular unit, allowing the donor area to be overharvested without noticeable hair loss. The conversation questions if this method is practiced in clinics or if it's theoretical, and whether it relates to hair cloning or multiplication.

      community 8.5 month transplant + meds update - 2,689 grafts

      in Transplants  378 upvotes 3 years ago
      Ibrox1972 shared an 8.5-month update on their 2,689-graft hair transplant by Dr. Raghu Reddy in London, along with using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and microneedling. Users praised the natural-looking results and discussed the importance of choosing a skilled doctor.

      community 16 months of treatment and a frontal transplant changed my life!!

      in Progress Pictures  642 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 30-year-old shared their successful hair restoration journey using liposomal topical finasteride and minoxidil, vitamins, and a second hair transplant in Greece, which significantly improved their hair density without side effects. The transplant cost $7500 and involved filling an old scar, with the user expressing gratitude for the life-changing results.

      community Stem-cell hair transplants! 20k lab grown grafts from one single graft

      in Chat  46 upvotes 2 years ago
      Stem-cell hair transplants could potentially create thousands of grafts from a single donor graft, offering a solution for hair loss with DHT-resistant hair. Companies like Stemson Therapeutics and OrganTech are working on this technology, which may become available in the future, possibly reducing the cost and making it widely accessible.

      community Another transplant or SMP? (Not balding)

      in Transplants  23 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is considering another hair transplant or scalp micropigmentation (SMP) for a congenital bald spot, but previous transplants were less effective due to scar tissue. Suggestions include using hair fibers, changing hairstyles, or doing nothing, as the spot is not very noticeable.

      community Transplant 3400 grafts 4 month update

      in Transplants  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user had a hair transplant of 3400 grafts, primarily focusing on the hairline, and is happy with the results four months post-surgery. They used topical minoxidil, oral minoxidil, finasteride, and topical dutasteride, along with microneedling and Nizoral, and the procedure cost around $12,000.

      community 3 yrs after transplant and massive thinning

      in Transplants  23 upvotes 4 years ago
      User experienced hair loss after weight lifting, had a successful hair transplant, but later faced significant thinning. Current treatment includes finasteride, minoxidil, dermal rolling, and supplements.

      community How to increase graft survivability after HT?

      in Transplants  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is seeking advice on increasing graft survivability after a hair transplant, mentioning PRP, Mesotherapy, Stem Cell injections, and considering L-Arginine before starting Minoxidil. They are looking for ways to support blood flow before applying Minoxidil.

      community Injecting stomach fat into the scalp could cure baldness in just six months

      in Update  114 upvotes 7 years ago
      A potential treatment for hair loss that involves injecting fat into the scalp; the role of testosterone and estrogen in thinning fat tissue under the skin; research on using lard to treat androgenic alopecia, as well as PRP + ACELL/amniotic stem cell treatments; and ongoing clinical trials by doctors involved in the study.

      community 2250 graft transplant 1.5 month ago.

      in Is this regrowth?  151 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user had a 2250 graft hair transplant using both FUT and FUE methods, and is currently using finasteride, minoxidil, multivitamins, and biotin. Opinions vary on the effectiveness and appearance of the procedure, with some suggesting additional treatments or considering alternative options like shaving or using a hair system.

      community Wimpole Clinic 1850 grafts (23yo) Dr Malkani

      in Progress Pictures  123 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant at Wimpole Clinic, performed by Dr. Malkani, and discussed using finasteride at a reduced dose due to side effects. They also mentioned avoiding minoxidil due to heart pain and taking supplements like biotin, marine collagen, viviscal, and krill oil.

      community 1 year of treatment + frontal transplant = life-changing results.

      in Progress Pictures  718 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 30-year-old shared their successful hair restoration journey using a combination of liposomal topical finasteride and minoxidil, vitamins, and a second hair transplant in Greece, resulting in life-changing improvements without side effects. The user emphasized the importance of proper research for hair transplant clinics and expressed gratitude for finding an effective treatment protocol.

      community Tropoelastin injections + verteporfin?

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      The use of tropoelastin injections and verteporfin for hair transplant recipients to help regrow donor area hairs, as well as research done on tropoelastin injections restoring elastin in scarred heart tissue and skin. There are discussions about why it is taking so long to get cosmetic mass produced tropoelastin injectables on the market.

      community My 7600 Grafts Hair transplant Final results update

      in Progress Pictures  335 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared their experience with a 7600 graft hair transplant using scalp, beard, and chest hair over three procedures, expressing satisfaction with the results despite mixed feedback. They also used finasteride to thicken hair and considered scalp micropigmentation for further improvement.

      community Took the plunge, bros. 3500 grafts later..

      in Transplants  167 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user underwent a hair transplant with 3500 grafts after trying treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, preferring a local clinic in Toronto over traveling to Turkey. The user plans to continue using finasteride to maintain existing hair, as the transplanted hair is DHT resistant.

      community 1600 grafts (~5500 hairs) | 10 month results

      in Transplants  1669 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user received 1600 hair grafts but is dissatisfied and plans a second transplant for better coverage. They use minoxidil and finasteride and are considering adding dutasteride.

      community My 4100 Grafts hair transplant surgery update.

      in Progress Pictures  635 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 41-year-old doctor shared his positive experience with a 4,100 graft hair transplant, highlighting the importance of a skilled doctor for a natural hairline. He mentioned a confidence boost and the occasional use of finasteride post-transplant.

      community 3 surgery total 7600 Grafts surgery journey

      in Progress Pictures  726 upvotes 4 months ago
      A person had three hair transplant surgeries using 7,600 grafts from scalp, beard, and chest, along with finasteride and minoxidil. Reactions are mixed, with suggestions for alternatives like hair systems or scalp micropigmentation.

      community Crazy Journey (5 Difficult Years)

      in Progress Pictures  230 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their hair restoration journey after a botched transplant, highlighting successful results with 8000 grafts and 5mg oral minoxidil, while choosing not to use finasteride due to potential side effects. The user reported no side effects from minoxidil, except for extra body hair, and expressed satisfaction with the current results.

      community 1 year after fin/RU and 3000 grafts.

      in Progress Pictures  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing significant improvement in hair loss after using finasteride, RU58841, and undergoing a 3000 graft hair transplant. They plan to get another transplant due to remaining thin areas.

      community Went for hair transplant. 3200 grafts.

      in Transplants  320 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user underwent a hair transplant with 3200 grafts and plans to update others on their progress. They previously used minoxidil and finasteride to stabilize hair loss but opted for a transplant for better results.

      community One year of Min + Fin to salvage a chance at a transplant

      in Progress Pictures  26 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using 1MG finasteride, 5% minoxidil, LLLT, and derma stamping for a year to improve hair density for a potential transplant. They are considering switching to dutasteride and are unsure whether to proceed with a transplant now or wait for more growth.

      community PP405 Effectiveness in Transplant Area?

      in Transplants  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      Hair transplant recipients are concerned about whether dormant follicles are permanently damaged by incisions, but some believe undamaged follicles could still regrow if a treatment like PP405 is effective. Opinions vary on the impact of transplants on original follicles, with some suggesting treatments like finasteride can help regrow hair.

      community 4 Years Post-Op, How is Looking?

      in Is this regrowth?  1876 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user expressed satisfaction with a hair and beard transplant at HairofIstanbul using 3200 grafts and PRP, achieving natural-looking results without finasteride or minoxidil. The transformation was praised, though some noted the beard line appeared artificial.