4,571 grafts with Dr Wong

[MrBlonde]

Great thread Carl. I am from Ireland also and currently saving for a HT.

Did Wong do all 4,571 grafts in one day? That's amazing.

I was looking at a hairline restoration HT with Dr.Kesser in Turkey. I've seen some of his hairline work and its very good. He is not too pricey either. 3.5 euro a graft I believe.

Do you plan to get more work done?

[carl1983]

Great thread Carl. I am from Ireland also and currently saving for a HT.

Did Wong do all 4,571 grafts in one day? That's amazing.

I was looking at a hairline restoration HT with Dr.Kesser in Turkey. I've seen some of his hairline work and its very good. He is not too pricey either. 3.5 euro a graft I believe.

Do you plan to get more work done?

Yeah, all the grafts were done in one loooong day. About 12 hours in total.
I'm certainly not even thinking about any more work at the moment...I'll see how this one grows in first! I think I should be in fairly good shape with the grafts I've had to be honest. Time will tell.

[Follicle Death Row]

This is going to be a cracker. At 3 months you're already in a better place than pre-op. I reckon you can get big numbers donor wise down the line should you need them. Did Dr. Wong comment on donor supply? I mention this because it seems that to maximise donor supply a big strip should be taken with virgin scalps when laxity is great. 4600 is a fairly big strip so I think you have plenty more in the tank.

[carl1983]

This is going to be a cracker. At 3 months you're already in a better place than pre-op. I reckon you can get big numbers donor wise down the line should you need them. Did Dr. Wong comment on donor supply? I mention this because it seems that to maximise donor supply a big strip should be taken with virgin scalps when laxity is great. 4600 is a fairly big strip so I think you have plenty more in the tank.

Thanks for that mate. Dr Wong said that my laxity was good and I have good, thick donor hair so, although we didn't specifically discuss further procedures, I think I should be good to go again if necessary.

[carl1983]

**4 month update**

The last month's growth has been quite different to the first growth spurt (month 2-3)...there's been some definite thickening throughout the recipient area, but in the hairline it's pretty much just been a case of what had already come through getting longer, rather than any huge amount of new hair. That's my take on it anyway, it's hard to tell when you see it everyday.
The crown is starting to fill in a little now too, although it's still noticeably thinner than other areas...unfortunately, I haven't got any good pics of this area (actually, most of the pics are pretty poor)...I just took a few quick ones this morning before heading out...it's dark when I get home now, so getting decent shots in natural light is proving tricky, I'll stick up a few more at the weekend (also I have a little gel in my hair in these photos, so will put up some no-gel + wet/dry ones too).
I have a feeling that this is a bit of a "four month cliche", but if I was told tomorrow that this was as good as it was going to get, I'd be a happy man...I could live with my hair the way it is now, so to think I have another 6 months + of growth is staggering.
Roll on month 5!

[carl1983]

Here's a couple in slightly better lighting. All are with flash except last one...also realised that matt wax is an awful lot better than normal gel!

[Jotronic]

Looking good, Carl. Thanks for sharing your latest progress.

[Winston]

Looks great Carl! Please continue to keep us posted.

[carl1983]

Looking good, Carl. Thanks for sharing your latest progress.

Hi Joe. Yeah, I'm pleased with how it's coming along now. That first six-nine week period though...jesus!

Looks great Carl! Please continue to keep us posted.

Thanks Winston, will do!

[agenteye]

Carl-

Looks really nice buddy! I've been enjoying following your progress along the way....and you picked one of the absolute best places for a restoration in the entire World! Congrats, you must be thrilled so far!

Best,

Mike

[carl1983]

**5 months**

Here we are, 5 months on from my HT with Hasson & Wong and I'm absolutely thrilled with my results so far.
The last month has flown by, with no painstaking daily analysis. To be honest, it's difficult now for me to give any kind of progress report about specific areas that I'm noticing particular growth in. It just all seems to have good density that progressively looks a little better week by week.
The crown has filled in considerably I suppose is the one thing I can certainly identify. Also, the right hand side of my hairline had receded further than the left and it's still not quite as natural, or dense looking as the left hand side, but not to the extent that I'm concerned about it or anything.
Back in July/August, I had set my sights on having a decent head of hair by late january (6 months), so the fact that I've been almost 100% comfortable with my results since the 4 month mark has been a fantastic bonus.
Just looking forward to little things improving from here on in!
I included wet, dry, with wax and without in these pics by the way. Will post a scar picture soon.

P.S I have family coming over for christmas on Friday who used to give me endless grief about my follicular resemblance to Quentin Tarantino...so we'll see what kind of reaction I get from them! My bet is they won't even notice, other friends who I've told say they can't see much of a difference...pretty sure if I showed them all my monthly update pics they'd be singing a different tune!
Anyway, hope you all have a great Christmas and New Year.
Carl

[agenteye]

Carl,

You should be absolutely thrilled with your results.....it looks TERRIFIC; and all only at 5 months! I'm really happy for you man, and it's going to be really exciting to see what the next 7 months bring as well! Anyhow, congratulations....and keep us posted! You were in the very best of hands for your procedure, so it will be exciting to see what's up ahead for you!!

Merry Chrismas, and Happy New Year as well!


Best,

Mike

[Artista]

Carl , First of all , i want to thank you for your being so very diligent in sharing your great experience with us.
I'm very happy for you and feel much more motivated to possibly have work done myself. You had an FUT am i right? Did you consider FUE?
I know H&W to be top rated in the art of HTs regardless of which type of work you have done . You photos show a fantastic progression. What Norwood scale WERE you?
The confidence within must be oozing out of you bro. Great natural looking head of hair !!
Happy Holidays -thanks again

[agenteye]

Artista,

As far as I know (unless they recently changed), H&W ONLY do FUT. you are correct in your opinion of their HT work and results however....they are amazing as highlighted by our friend Carl here!

You live in Chicago Artista?! I love it there.....what a great city!! Can't wait to go back for a visit soon!!!

[Artista]

Hi Agenteye ,Your correct and thanks for the correction.
I had forgotten that H&W did not use the FUE method. I had asked because I'm leaning towards having FUEs done. The thought of having a strip scar doesn't sit well for me personally although I would not dismiss it. Once I meet for evaluations I will depend on a qualified doctor's advice.
Chicago IS the one of the best U.S. cities to visit. Thanks for that and for your comment bro.