FUE v FUT - fresh thoughts

[chrisis]

I had some new thoughts about the FUE v FUT debate, particularly relevant to anyone considering a hair transplant where cost and achieving a good hairline are significant factors in their decision.

Option 1:

Let's say you go for FUT with one of the more established doctors, simply because you can't afford their FUE.

The worst case scenario: you end up with a terrible scar that you need to either FUE or SMP in to. It's a scary prospect in my opinion, and not one anyone can just dismiss.

Option 2:

You go for FUE with one of the "cheaper" doctors, (in Europe for example).

The worst case scenario: your hairline isn't as good as you'd hoped but you should at least have achieved some density in the balding areas. All you'd need to do in that situation is go back for further FUE with a "better" surgeon, and it shouldn't be nearly as expensive.

I'm leaning towards Option 2 myself right now. I just can't stop worrying about getting a terrible scar if I get FUT, and I don't want to limit my styling options. The whole point of surgery is to expand them.

I am consulting with more doctors now with this in mind. I haven't named any doctors, but I'm happy to open up the conversation to suggestions.