Realistic Expectations...

[KeepTheHair]

I've been objectively looking at a lot of before and afters from several doctors and I have to say I have seen a LOT of what I would call, disappointing results.


I have been considering a hair transplant for a long time now...but there are a ton of reasons not to jump into it. I am considering FUE.

I have some questions for the more educated users and doctors.


What is the average density someone without any hair loss would have?

What is the average amount of hair someone without hair loss would have on the top front of his head per square inch or cm and how does that compare to what he would have in that area after 1 transplant if there was NOTHING?

Any density comparisons would really be helpful.

What is the density that I will have in an area that will be part of what is a lowered hairline, meaning in that area there wasn't any hair so there isn't any shock loss worries.


I know that you don't need a super thick density to make it look like the real deal...but I just want to know so I can think about it realistically. I have seen some very, very thin hair after hair transplants. Which I think is to be expected.


I realize it is impossible to get the teenage density again. That is not what I want. My hair is great, where I have it. On top of my head is fine, everything else is thick and a lot of people would really want my hair I guess.

But, it is very far receded and I really cant wear my hair too short or long or whatever it has to be just right. It's somewhat annoying.

So I was thinking of getting FUE to gain some more thickness and lower the hair line. But I just don't think what I want can be accomplished.


I just don't know if it'l be worth it. Pictures and even video online aren't very accurate at portraying the results. Few doctors give good photos, VERY few. Even some IAHRS doctors don't post pictures with good perspectives and lighting.


If anyone can say anything or give some advice or whatever go ahead.


I have attached a rough picture of what my hairloss looks like. My head and hair is a little different though, but this gives a rough idea. I want to know if I can actually possibly lower it like this and have it appear thick enough. How many grafts would this take? Can it be accomplished in 1 session?


Thanks.