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  1. Surgical Hair Restoration

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    2. Hair Restoration Questions and Answers

      Here individuals can seek and provide information related to hair restoration. It serves as a space for people to ask specific questions about hair restoration procedures, techniques, costs, and results. Members can share their hair restoration experiences, offer advice, and engage in discussions about various aspects of hair restoration. The forum aims to provide a supportive and informative environment where individuals can find answers to their hair restoration inquiries and gain insights from others who have undergone similar experiences.

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    3. Hair Transplant Reviews

      Share reviews, feedback, and personal experiences regarding their hair transplant procedures. This forum provides a space for people to discuss the outcomes, satisfaction levels, and overall effectiveness of different hair transplant techniques, clinics, and surgeons. Members can share their before and after photos, offer recommendations, and engage in conversations about the hair transplant results they have achieved. It serves as a valuable source for those considering a hair transplant, allowing them to gain insights from real-life experiences and make informed decisions based on the feedback provided by others.

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    4. Results Posted by Leading Hair Restoration Clinics

      Surgeons recommended on the Hair Transplant Network should post your hair transplant photos here.

      A compilation of hair transplant results showcased by reputable hair restoration clinics. Read and discuss before and after photos of actual patients who have undergone hair transplant procedures. It allows users to assess the quality and effectiveness of different clinics and the results they have achieved. By presenting tangible evidence, this collection helps individuals make informed decisions about their hair restoration journey by observing the successful transformations accomplished by leading hair transplant clinics.

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    5. Beard Transplant

      Post and discuss options and results of beard transplants

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    6. Open Hair Loss Topics

      Post your own new topic of discussion here.

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    7. Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP)

      SMP involves tattooing tiny pigment dots on the scalp to mimic the appearance of hair follicles, creating the illusion of a closely-shaved or buzzed hairstyle. Members of this forum can engage in conversations about SMP procedures, share their personal experiences, exchange tips and recommendations, and seek advice from others who have undergone SMP. It serves as a supportive community for those interested in scalp micropigmentation, providing valuable insights and information about this non-surgical hair restoration option.

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    8. Support Group - Discuss personal issues due to Hair Loss

      Interact with hair loss sufferers by sharing your hair loss experience and how it has impacted you. Relate to others on a personal level and offer and receive helpful support

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  2. Non Surgical Treatments for Baldness

    1. Hair Loss Drugs

      Share your opinions and experiences regarding drugs like Propecia (finasteride), Minoxidil and others.

       

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    2. Shampoos, sprays, and concealers

      Share your opinions and experiences about various shampoos, conditioners, hair sprays and concealers.

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    3. Hair Systems

      Share your opinions and experiences with hair systems.

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    4. Herbal hair loss remedies

      Post your own experiences with, suggestions, or comments about herbal remedies for baldness.

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    5. Future Medical treatments

      Discuss future possible treatments for hair loss like new drugs, gene therapy, hair follicle cloning, etc.

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  3. Issues Not Related To Hair Loss

    1. Cosmetic Surgery Not Hair Loss Related

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    2. Physical Fitness Issues

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    3. Off-Topic Posts

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    • He hasn't seen the patient since the last update a few months back? 
    • Hi guys.. Could someone here share their experiences with using topical Tofacitinib to treat their scarring alopecia?
    • I didn't say anything about leaving reviews. I just said only doctors can answer questions.  
    • I spoke with Dr. Couto yesterday and wanted to share some valuable information: Miscommunication Regarding the Implants: Dr. Couto apologized for the miscommunication about who would be performing the implants. Ideally, this should be discussed in detail the day of the procedure to manage customer expectations (as I things might change). However, on the day of my procedure, he had a personal emergency and couldn't see me until after the extraction. Important to know, he also mentioned that he offers to his customers a touch-up free of charge if needed.  Correction Regarding Graft Splitting @Melvin- Admin : In your post, you mentioned "he never splits quad grafts into twos." Dr. Couto clarified during our call that while most splits are singles (as needed for the hairline), in some situations, he does split quads into twos to achieve a better look when necessary. Difference Between Extracted and Implanted Grafts and How They Are Charged: Dr. Couto mentioned the following: All good clinics split grafts when needed to achieve a natural and good result. Most, if not all, clinics charge for grafts implanted rather than extracted. Many clinics claim they charge for extracted grafts but actually charge for implanted grafts, which they often do not disclose to customers. This appears to be an industry-wide issue. He noted that he very rarely has a customer ask/questioning about the difference between grafts implanted versus extracted and how is charged. I explained that I was under the impression that costs were based on extraction (as is common in the industry). I wanted fewer extractions, so I asked Esteban about the number to be extracted on the first day of the procedure. When I received the report, and it was different from what I discussed with Esteban it didn’t make sense, hence my questions about the number of grafts extracted versus implanted. If I hadn't asked Esteban beforehand, I would have just assumed the graft report related to extractions and wouldn't have question it. Understanding that is rare for customers to ask him about this, I asked Dr. Couto if it's important for patients to know how many grafts were extracted from the donor area. I mentioned that three other patients I spoke with were very happy with the procedure and highly recommended him. However, currently they assumed that the report and the payment were based on grafts extracted and were not informed about the implanted versus extracted numbers. Dr. Couto mentioned: It is important for patients to know how many grafts were extracted. Regarding the patients who didn't receive this information, he mentioned that they might not have needed a split (as every patient is different) or it could have been an oversight. However, they do try to provide this information to all patients. (If you are a past patient, it would be great to confirm if you received this info.) Conclusions: I agree with Dr. Couto that there is a lack of transparency in the industry. I spoke to several of the top clinics in the past and had a hard time getting a straight answer on how they charge. In my case, I also think FUExpert should be more transparent, as it would have been great to get this information prior to the procedure and not after. Clinics should be transparent about how and what they charge. Probably due to this lack of transparency, some doctors do not want to disclose that they charge per grafts implanted when the competition claims they charge per graft extracted (even if, as the doctor mentioned, they might be lying).
    • No contact from Eugenix about it. I have brought it up on the monthly phone calls but was told more growth will come. So that's what I'm hoping for. Il give it the 12 months as I'm sure il be told anyway. 
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