Dr. Alan J. Bauman

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Dr. Alan J. Bauman

Location: Boca Raton, FL
Joined: 12 Nov 2008
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  • Posted to Is New Hair Transplant System Over-Hyped? on 26 May 2011

    Jeff,

    I enjoyed reading your article comparing less invasive FUE hair transplants with the linear harvesting method.

    In Boca Raton, 90% of our cases are performed with FUE/NeoGraft. Only 10% opt for a linear harvest.

    In our hands, the NeoGraft has allowed us to harvest a higher hair per graft average than manual techniques, as well as improve the total numbers of grafts harvested per hour and therefore per session.

    I think the higher accuracy of the harvest (less transection and/or missed follicles) has mainly to do with both the very finely adjustable depth of the device and the contra-angle handpiece.

    We "set the depth" for each patient individually at the start of the harvest. This can be adjusted to a fraction of a millimeter allowing for the 'perfect' release of the intact follicular unit from the scalp, without going too deep (a common cause of transection).

    The angled handpiece allows for excellent visualization of the angle of exit of the hair shaft--critical for accurate harvesting.

    In addition, in our hands, FUE grafts obtained using NeoGraft seem to grow as well, if not better, than microscopically-dissected grafts so "survival" is not an issue.

    Some of this can be seen in the six-month post-op photos from the past 2.5 yrs... to me, many seem to be 'ahead' of what would be expected for that time-frame.

    Another advantage of FUE/NeoGraft is of course the return to physical or athletic activity in days instead of weeks.

    Overall, though, great article!

    Sincerely,
    Alan

    Alan J. Bauman, M.D.
    Bauman Medical Group
    Diplomate, American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery

  • Posted to NeoGraft: Meet the NKOTB of Hair Transplants on 3 May 2011

    Great article on some of the benefits of no-scalpel, no-stitch NeoGraft FUE hair transplants. FUE hair transplants have improved in many ways over the years and NeoGraft is certainly responsible for much of the acceleration in speed and accuracy. As time passes, our accuracy and speed have continued to improve.
    Also, in our hands at Bauman Medical, we're seeing FUE growth rates that are comparable to linear harvesting and in many cases earlier than expected growth has occurred. Patients should keep in mind that the key to performing a successful hair transplant (regardless of harvesting method) is the artistry and design of the hairline to make it natural so be sure to examine those before and after photos and videos carefully! Look for where the hair exits the skin in the photos.
    Sincerely,
    Alan J. Bauman M.D.
    Diplomate, American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery
    Bauman Medical Group

  • Posted to Disappointed in the Bosley and MHR Results - Atlanta, GA on 12 Nov 2008

    RDC, I was disappointed to read your review of your hair transplant procedures. Today, modern methods of transplantation (called follicular unit micrografting) when properly combined with medical therapies to stop the progression of hereditary hair loss, has the ability to comfortably and effectively restore a full-looking head of hair for the vast majority of patients. Not every patient is a good candidate for hair transplantation. There are many different surgeons who perform this procedure and they all have different backgrounds, experience, artistic skill and expertise. Often, if you visit a large national clinic, you will have little interaction with the surgeon performing your procedure--so it can make it more difficult to judge. Be sure to research smaller, more personalized clinics as well. Caseload is also important--you don't want to be operated on by a surgeon who does hair transplantation once or twice a month. You need someone who peforms this procedure once or twice A DAY. A clinic with steady surgery will also typically have full-time technicians (not people flown in from around the country) so ask about this. Each surgery does take a lot of man-hours so it will be your doc + a team, always. The American Hair Loss Association is a good place to start researching. Also check the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery. Hair transplantation should be able to give you visual coverage in the treated area--even with much less density than you were originally born with--this is the skill of a good transplant surgeon. Your DOCTOR (not a salesperson) should give you appropriate expectations of what the procedure can provide. Another point, bargaining with your surgeon is probably not a good idea. Use the prescribed healing treatments which usually accelerate recovery, decrease discomfort and help with the dissolvable stitches. Computerized injections should make the whole process completely painless. Do your research--photos, videos, consults. Be prepared to travel if necessary. Good luck!