strip scar removal DR.????

[mike GWL]

I have been doing a bit of research, about doing something, to hide my thin, 6" long, strip scar from my 1999 hair trans. I didnt have too much done, so my scar is relatively small ,compare to others Ive seen. I want to shave my head now, but the scar bothers me alot. From what I have read, the best results are coming from the procedure, where they transplant grafts into the scar. Can anyone suggest a really reputable surgeon for this procedure, in the NYC or surrounding area? Thanks!

[Winston]

I think Dr. Alan Feller does this type of repair work on a regular basis. I would check with all the New York IAHRS doctors www.iahrs.org to see what suggestions they offer.
Good luck!

[mike GWL]

Thank you!

[gillenator]

mikeGWL,

Check with Dr. Bob True in Manhattan. He's been around and does excellent work in strip, FUE and repair.

Best wishes to you in getting this small scar fixed.

[Navy Seal]

Mike, before you transplant any grafts into your scar area one thing you have to make sure of is that you are all done doing hair transplants for the rest of your life. Then if you want to put in grafts into the scar then that is your decision. What I did was took care of two birds with one stone. I had them do a density session along with removing my old scar-with the new stripe and used a facial plastic surgery type closure and ended up with a scar as thin as making a line with a ball point pen. I did not waste my good grafts in the back area and just had good workmanship done with my density session plus I got more hair. Wait and think about it before you do something like that because odds are you will want more hair in the future to fill in the little spaces that you are left with now. Good Luck! Navy Seal

[mike GWL]

Thank everyone! I have contacted dr fellar, he actually did my original procedure. Havent heard back yet though. Also contacted dr true.

[Alan212]

Hi, all:

I'm in the same boat and found this site through my searches for some kind of remedy for the hideous scar I have. Unfortunately, I started losing my hair in college and was so self-conscious about it. I ended up having two transplants and one scalp reduction. The results looked fine for a while but they never looked natural, and over time I've lost what little I had left. I don't mind being bald, and now I keep my hair shaved or trimmed very short, but of course the awful scars are easy to see.

I'm wondering if anyone knows of a good doctor in Buffalo, NY or around western NY? I have any appt for a consultation with the doctor who originally did the transplants about 15 yrs ago, but I'm unsure if I trust his skills in cleaning up what he did. I'm sure the technology and process has improved in 15 years but I don't want to fall prey to poor work and still have to deal with this scar.

Thoughts or suggestions would be appreciated.