The traditional method of estimating skin graft success by looking is generally reliable but less so for inexperienced observers and in certain wound conditions.
A man unhappy with his old hair restoration got a new, natural-looking hairline using a combination of follicular unit extraction and punch graft reduction.
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March 2020 in “Dermatologic Surgery”
Both Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) and Follicular Unit Excision (FUE) are effective hair transplant methods; the best choice depends on the patient's needs and the surgeon's preference.
The document concludes that hair transplant methods are often selected for provider convenience over patient benefit, highlighting the need for less invasive techniques and careful physician involvement for better results.
The user is 2 months post-hair transplant with 6,000 grafts using the DHI method and is using oral finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins. They are seeking feedback on their progress.
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.
The conversation discusses post-hair transplant care, specifically about removing scabs gently after a week, using Vitamin E oil. The user wonders if using harsher methods like steel wool would affect results, but others reassure that if there was no pain or bleeding, it's likely fine.
A hair transplant experience after 6 months, with 4100 grafts, which took 3 months to stop looking obvious and included finasteride treatment. It also discusses the differences between DHI and FUE methods.
A person had a hair transplant at Diamond Hair Clinic with Dr. Mehmet Demircioglu using the Sapphire FUE method with 4500 grafts. They are using Duasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, and vitamins for recovery and hair growth.