Regular Member ftbpicks Posted September 19, 2014 Regular Member Share Posted September 19, 2014 (edited) Hey Everyone I had my FUE surgery on Wednesday and thought I would share how happy I am with my experience I had with Dr Rahal and team. From start to finish everything went smooth other than my freezing wearing off a few times during implanting. That was quickly resolved by the Dr. I went in expecting 2400 and ended up with 2521 grafts and more hairs at over 6000 due to a lot of 3's and 4's. I have fine hair but lots of density I guess which worried me before hand since I thought I would be lucky to get 5000 hairs. I also stayed in the guest house which I highly recommend since it helped ease my nerves since I am absolutely petrified of needles and still can't believe I actually went thru this procedure. I have read a lot about Dr Rahal's FUT talents but I have to say him and his team have some major skills in FUE and while I have been here I see its pretty much a half and half mix with FUT and FUE. I am a only couple days in and I have zero pain now and it already looks way better than the day before. I was pretty much bald in the front and now I look I should have a very strong hairline that is age appropriate. My thing was just to even it out in the front and try to close the temples a bit with a touch of future proofing by placing more grafts further back for when i get older. I am 37 so hoping it won't go back much further but if it does I will deal with that later. Proscar should help this a bit as I take it every day and plan on going on Rogaine as well to speed up the growth of my new frontal friends. If any one has any questions feel free to let me know. Kris Edited September 20, 2014 by ftbpicks wrong graft count info in title and thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member seeker2014 Posted September 20, 2014 Regular Member Share Posted September 20, 2014 Hey Kris: The placement of your grafts look very professional and will hopefully yield the results you are looking for. I have been very impressed with Dr Rahal's work (from the pictures I have viewed on this forum). If you don't mind me asking, how much did it cost per graft? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member ftbpicks Posted September 20, 2014 Author Regular Member Share Posted September 20, 2014 PM sent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Rawkerboi Posted September 20, 2014 Senior Member Share Posted September 20, 2014 Good luck, keep us updated:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member TakingThePlunge Posted September 20, 2014 Senior Member Share Posted September 20, 2014 Congratulations! Dr. Rahal's work never fails to impress. Keep us posted on your progress. David - Former Forum Co-Moderator and Editorial Assistant I am not a medical professional. All opinions are my own and my advice should not constitute as medical advice. View my Hair Loss Website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member ftbpicks Posted September 20, 2014 Author Regular Member Share Posted September 20, 2014 Don't worry i will be keeping everyone updated as I really feel I can add some great insight and advice based on my research and personal experience because of the long journey I had leading up to this transplant. I feel very empowered that I made this decision to fix what has been on my mind almost daily for the last 15 or more years and would love to talk with others going thru the same internal struggle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member mitchellthesuper Posted September 22, 2014 Regular Member Share Posted September 22, 2014 congrats! how much did you pay? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member ftbpicks Posted September 23, 2014 Author Regular Member Share Posted September 23, 2014 Here is my graft count and details I got today from the clinic. I was more than happy with the amount of hairs as going in I thought I would be lucky to get 5000 and ended up with over 6000. Kris W graft details.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member home1212 Posted September 23, 2014 Senior Member Share Posted September 23, 2014 hey congrats, I recognize the room and chair you're sitting in, was there less than 3 short weeks ago for my procedure with Rahal! I too had a similar experience. Did Mike or Kelly do your cleaning? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member ftbpicks Posted September 23, 2014 Author Regular Member Share Posted September 23, 2014 Kelly did most of my cleanings and Mike did one on a Saturday when the clinic was mostly closed They were both great to deal with and very patient with all my questions. Going to pick up some regene shampoo for when i can start using regular shampoo tomorrow as its my last day in Ottawa before I head home Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member ftbpicks Posted October 18, 2014 Author Regular Member Share Posted October 18, 2014 Here are more of my before and afters from the clinic I received today Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member zx_toth Posted December 3, 2014 Regular Member Share Posted December 3, 2014 Hope all is going well. Quick question; how long did the 'ugly duckling' stage last where you didn't really want to go out in public? where it was obvious that you had some sort of 'head surgery'? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member StaggerLee123 Posted December 3, 2014 Senior Member Share Posted December 3, 2014 This was done in one sitting correct? That is a big procedure for Dr. Rahal great to see. The work looks like the clean work we've come to expect from Dr. Rahal. Good luck growing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member ftbpicks Posted December 3, 2014 Author Regular Member Share Posted December 3, 2014 honestly went back to work after only 16 days and it looked a bit red but now after two months I am already getting a ton of new hairs and not red at all. I am very excited to see what it looks like in a few months Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member ftbpicks Posted December 3, 2014 Author Regular Member Share Posted December 3, 2014 (edited) This was done in one sitting correct? That is a big procedure for Dr. Rahal great to see. The work looks like the clean work we've come to expect from Dr. Rahal. Good luck growing. yeah it was all in one day but didn't take that long as it went very smooth. I had one rough night of pain but after that it was smooth sailing. I have been getting some breakouts in the recipient and donor areas and it usually goes away after a few days in each area..its to be expected for most people from what i read on here and according to the clinic Edited December 3, 2014 by ftbpicks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Rawkerboi Posted December 3, 2014 Senior Member Share Posted December 3, 2014 Post some pictures braz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member ftbpicks Posted December 4, 2014 Author Regular Member Share Posted December 4, 2014 Post some pictures braz I will at month 3 which is in a few weeks I promise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Rock82 Posted December 5, 2014 Regular Member Share Posted December 5, 2014 Really like the hairline, should be a solid result. Best of luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member ftbpicks Posted December 17, 2014 Author Regular Member Share Posted December 17, 2014 (edited) Here are my three month pics. It seems to be getting better almost daily with new hairs coming in. It looks better in person than pics but thats what everybody says I guess. Let me know what you think Edited December 17, 2014 by ftbpicks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member refuse2lose Posted December 17, 2014 Regular Member Share Posted December 17, 2014 Hairline taking shape! Get ready for an explosion of hair these next months Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member zx_toth Posted December 18, 2014 Regular Member Share Posted December 18, 2014 Looks great. Looking forward to seeing what the upcoming months bring. I have my initial assessment in early February (5th?) with Dr. Rahal's clinic. One question: What level of density did he put in the grafts in the front? Have a great holiday season! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member ftbpicks Posted December 18, 2014 Author Regular Member Share Posted December 18, 2014 Looks great. Looking forward to seeing what the upcoming months bring. I have my initial assessment in early February (5th?) with Dr. Rahal's clinic. One question: What level of density did he put in the grafts in the front? Have a great holiday season! Thanks a lot! He put just under 50cm2 in the front and it went lower as it got to the back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member agenteye Posted January 4, 2015 Senior Member Share Posted January 4, 2015 That is going to be an excellent result. I just scheduled my second procedure with Dr. Rahal for September, and can't wait to get back in the chair to finish everything off!! 4737 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 11/16/2012 Daily regimen: 1/4 Proscar (1.25 mg Finasteride), Rogaine Foam (twice daily), 1000 mcg Biotin, 1 combo Vitamin D/Calcium/Magnesium, 1500 mg Glocosamine, 750 mg MSM, 1200 mg Fish Oil, 2000 mg Vitamin C, Super B-Complex, 400 I.U Vitamin E. I am not a medical professional. All views and opinions expressed in this forum are of my own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member ftbpicks Posted January 15, 2015 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 15, 2015 here are my couple days before 4 months pics.....things are really growing in and my staff at work and friends are really noticing the difference. Cant wait to see the 5 month and 6 month results. the first one is under harsh bathroom lights and the other more natural light from my skylight in my other bathroom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member agenteye Posted January 15, 2015 Senior Member Share Posted January 15, 2015 Looks really fantastic at 4 months, buddy!! Excellent. Plus the harsh light photos really help provide an accurate portrayal of your current state!! Months 4-8 were my favorite in terms of growth, so it's going to be an exciting 4 months for you. Looking forward to seeing your next update!! 4737 FUT with Dr. Rahal on 11/16/2012 Daily regimen: 1/4 Proscar (1.25 mg Finasteride), Rogaine Foam (twice daily), 1000 mcg Biotin, 1 combo Vitamin D/Calcium/Magnesium, 1500 mg Glocosamine, 750 mg MSM, 1200 mg Fish Oil, 2000 mg Vitamin C, Super B-Complex, 400 I.U Vitamin E. I am not a medical professional. All views and opinions expressed in this forum are of my own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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