What can I get with $1000?

[gillenator]

Yes, I think so.

With $1k or less, you can get a really good wig. I've seen these Canadian guys on youtube who made this guy look like 20 years younger with an undetectable wig.

I think it was this one:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJgSiwDdcok

When I saw it, it almost made me want to go that route.

So yeah, I thought that comment was helpful. It's definitely a legit option.

Thanks for the clarification as it initially came across as a sarcastic comment but possibly that was my error in interpretation.

Although it's true that a hair system is a viable option especially for those with advanced hair loss, there is far more to it than wearing them. I know as used to wear them myself for over a decade.

They are a pain to maintain and several systems are needed to trade-off when one is in service for hair adds, coloring, etc, etc. And the cost of these services are not cheap either.

There are more disposal types now on the market but very expensive.

[rdawg]

Just took some quick pictures,

http://s903.photobucket.com/user/Rdawg1234/media/34thsinchhair3weeks.jpg.html?sort=3&o=2

that's me over a year ago

this is me now:

http://s903.photobucket.com/user/Rdawg1234/media/IMG_20131011_1524571.jpg.html?sort=3&o=1

closer look on thinning:

http://s903.photobucket.com/user/Rdawg1234/media/IMG_20131011_1525451.jpg.html?sort=3&o=0

as you can see I have a little more recession on the right temple, however my density has stayed pretty much the exact same if not improved slightly since april-may of last year.

[gillenator]

Interesting, so essentially it's worth it save a bit more.

What then would be the minimum you would spend? I really only need a bit of density and to fill in some of the hairline? I'll give a picture in a bit when i get the time.

Wouldn't say i'm interested now, but down the line being as my hair has definitely stabilized under fin, so within 2-3 years!

would 3000-4000 be enough?

You may want to assess the cost more from a clinical standpoint than the dollar amount itself. Please allow me to explain.

Once you have an idea where your new hairline would commence, the surgeon then carefully uses a marker and outlines the surface area which will potentially be the recipient zone where grafts will be placed.

The surface area will need to be measured and then both you and the doctor can agree on the level of density for that zone, such as 50 FU per cm2. You decide together the level of density which is then equated into the surface area and you come up with the estimate of grafts needed to produce the desired result.

The doctor will inform you of the clinic's graft price and you simply take the graft count times the graft price to get the total estimated cost. There could be some other minor charges which they can explain to you before the procedure but at least you have a good general idea of the budget required.

So let's say that the doctor determines with you that you will need at least 1200 grafts. If the graft price is say $4.00 US per graft then you cost would be roughly $4800.00

Then you start saving.

[gillenator]

Just took a peek at your pics and no question you have both a diffused thinning pattern with recessionary loss as well. How old are you?

My guess is that you have men in your family history that have reached the more advanced classes of hair loss so it's a good thing that finasteride has helped stabilize the ongoing loss.

Depending on your goals, you are going to need more work than you might be aware of based on your thinning pattern as well as the loss sustained to date.

So if I were you, I would definitely wait and budget for the future.

[darryls]

Just took a peek at your pics and no question you have both a diffused thinning pattern with recessionary loss as well. How old are you?

My guess is that you have men in your family history that have reached the more advanced classes of hair loss so it's a good thing that finasteride has helped stabilize the ongoing loss.

Depending on your goals, you are going to need more work than you might be aware of based on your thinning pattern as well as the loss sustained to date.

So if I were you, I would definitely wait and budget for the future.

good advice yes definitely wait.

[northeastguy]

@darryls..... $1000 isn't going to get you much but It does pay for for an important upcoming year. You're far to young for a transplant and wearing a system is more hassle than anything else.... Besides a good maintaince plan is costly as others have noted. $1000 easily pays for a years supply of propecia, rogaine, and nizoral 2% shampoo. Be diligent with the routine and after a year you'll know if you are able to stop the progression of hairloss and maybe even reverse the process..... This is where your age is actually your advantage.
Another bit if advise is get a short haircut... High and tight military style.... It'll give you the look of more hair and make it easier to apply the rogaine.

Over the next year you'll have time to research options or even learn to accept doing nothing but the big 3 listed above may just be your best approach.

Keep us posted and update us with your plans.

Best of luck

[rdawg]

Just a side note, not seriously considering anything yet, But what are best valued clinics in the Toronto, Canada area? The best price vs. result?

I think if I do get an HT, it will be focused on the hairline area, as I feel current, grey market and future treatments tend to work really well in reversing the scalp area of hairloss but the temples tend to respond much less!

Overall I've been on Fin+Min+a bit of Niz for over a year now, my hariloss at least in my opinion is the exact same as it was a year and a half ago(maybe very slightly worse if anything).

I think my next course of action is to actually try out Bimatoprost! unfortunately, the best priced places only ship to the USA! All day chemist for example sells a 3ml bottle of bim for about 11 bucks, so 40-50 bucks a month! but still the stuff apparently works so if anyone wants to take the plunge buy from there or maybe a similar website.

Idk but the next year or two I will definitely make my decision, not happy at all with this NW3 diffused hair staying like this.

[John P. Cole, MD]

!!!!

Jotronic just tickles me to death. I love his avatar. i had a similar one about 5 years back. i just love that photo so i love this one with JT.

Anyway, rdawg! What a name. I love it. Ok, in Toronto think of Jones and Rahal. Sorry, i can't spell the latter.

Here is what i like about you. What can $1000.00 get you? That's funny, Ok. Pick a number between 1 and 10. If you get it right, you can have all you want for $1000.00. If you are wrong, you still have toronto in your back yard.

[greatjob!]

With $1000 you aren't going to get jack in the way of a hair transplant, but I bet with $1000 you could probably smoke crack with your mayor, lol sorry I couldn't resist.

[rdawg]

With $1000 you aren't going to get jack in the way of a hair transplant, but I bet with $1000 you could probably smoke crack with your mayor, lol sorry I couldn't resist.

lmao its alright everyone is making these jokes.

I'm not being hardcore with this 1000 thing guys, was just looking to guage best value in my area.

I'd realistically be willing to drop 4-5000 to fix my hairline and maybe add a bit of density. I feel like we have products coming down the pipeline that are capable of reversing thinning on top, but the actual temples seem like a tougher task to fix in the near future with just products.

Plus it's really easy to use something like Caboki on the scalp vs. the hairline.

[greatjob!]

lmao its alright everyone is making these jokes.

I'm not being hardcore with this 1000 thing guys, was just looking to guage best value in my area.

I'd realistically be willing to drop 4-5000 to fix my hairline and maybe add a bit of density. I feel like we have products coming down the pipeline that are capable of reversing thinning on top, but the actual temples seem like a tougher task to fix in the near future with just products.

Plus it's really easy to use something like Caboki on the scalp vs. the hairline.

I have never seen pictures of your hair so I'm not sure of your situation, but if you're planning on getting a HT go see Rahal since you are so close. I had a procedure with him about 10 months ago and cannot speak highly enough of him, and I had already had a transplant with a very well respected doctor. It was night and day between Rahal and the other doctor.

[thinkingaboutit]

Unlike some of the other guys here, I don't have that much experience. However, if I was in your shoes, and you have stabilised your loss using Promecia etc, then stick to that for now. Secondly, if you are determined to get a HT, then slowly save more money and have it done properly with enough grafts so you would be proud. That's what I would do. If your hair is really that important to you, then money is not going to be an obstacle, you will work hard and save the money to get exactly what you want in terms of hair transplants.

You should also consider yourself lucky that you have stabalised your hair loss. It could be a lot worse.

[Ktownmatti]

^ +1

[rdawg]

so my hair has roughly stayed the same since taking those pictuers about 9 months ago, I'd say i've thinned slightly a bit, but FIN is definitely doing something to help.

i'd also consider adding in DUT 1-2 times a week as well if need be, but i'm really starting to consider getting a procedure so i can just stop worrying about my appearance!

A lot of people reccomend Dr. Rahal but his prices are quite high! does anyone know of him giving discounts sometimes? or is there somewhere I can travel too that will be cheaper but just as good. he's about 8$ per graft and I'd imagine ill need 1500-2000! but i've read of reputable dr's in Belgium and turkey charging only about 3$(US) per graft FUE! however I'd like to find somewhere a little closer!