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6mo Update
I had my transplant on 22 Oct. It’s now 6 April and my hair is fuller and more dense than it’s ever been before. It’s a Very Noticeable difference. It seems like my hair is getting fuller every day. I do not use any hair products because I just don’t have too. No gels, sprays, or foams. It’s just think enough to stay styled all day. Even in the wind. Before the transplant my hair was so thin it couldn’t hold a shape or style. That’s no a thing of the past. I absolutely endorse this procedure, Vanessa, and Dr Alba.
I’m So Happy I Went with Dr Alba and Vanessa!!!
Best service I’ve ever had!
I tried to ignore my thinning hair for years. Internally I knew that some day I’ll lose enough and just shave it. But that was a “later problem”. Then one day while watching a family video, it panned across the top of my head and I seen what everyone has been seeing for years. The thinning was now a “now problem”. I couldn’t believe it was that bad. I never noticed when looking in the mirror. What could be done? nothing right?! Rogain? I didn’t believe in it. Bosley? Too sales pitchy. Hair Transplant? Ha could never afford that Hollywood stuff! Back to square one, just accept that some day I’ll shave it.
Then my wife asked me if I’d be willing to go to Mexico or somewhere if it were more affordable. I agreed and rejuvenated my search into hair transplant. I looked up the most popular locations for it. 1st: USA, 2nd India, 3rd Turkey, 4th Dominican Republic.
USA was too expensive. India and Turkey cost too much in transport plus.... My Caucasian hair is much finer and thinner than what they may be used to. I did have a consult for a place in turkey. But the consult was out of a UK office over video. The feeling I got was too infomercial type, the sales rep was more of a used car salesman style. My quote seemed too good to be true. Offer up 4800 FUEs, roughly 60% of the donor site. That went against everything I found online. But it all felt like a generic sales pitch. Then there was Dominican Republic. Flights were cheap. Location is beautiful. But most of all the consult was great. It was like talking to family. I’m not kidding. Vanessa the coordinator, video called me anytime I had questions or concerns. She gave me an accurate realistic quote and was able to back it up with reasons and facts. Unlike turkey, Vanessa explained that they could only pull 2800 FUE’s (30% of donor site) without thinning out the back and sides of my head. She provide a fully inclusive package that they had. But since we decided to stay longer in DR, She helped me thru the entire process of selecting an appropriate Airbnb and transportation.
The procedure: well it was very simple. I was taken to the the clinic which was very clean and professional clinic. Not want I was expecting for DR. Dr Alba and I talked about my new hair line placement. Then we went to the back. I heard Hotel California was playing and I felt excited and anxious. Never nervous or scared; I was completely comfortable with them and the procedure I was moments away from undergoing. Count down from 10..9..8..the. I woke up. Felt fine. Felt a bit giddy. No pain. My head was wrapped up. I was a bit hungry and they knew this because food was waiting for me. Turns out like 6 or 7 hours had passed. I ate, changed my clothes, they told me the procedure was a success and they expect great results. They took me back to my Airbnb. Double checked my head and told me the driver would pick me up in the morning for a wash and follow up at the clinic. I don’t this about 3 or 4 more times before I came home.
The Results:
It been almost 4 months and Everything Vanessa said has been correct so far. First the scalp feels like a helmet is on. The little scabs are all over and feel a little tight on the scalp. After about 10 days you can wash them off and look a bit more normal. For my fine hairs that were transplanted, they felt like little brittle hairs on my head. Like if I had rubbed it they may break. Well that is all in my head. That was normal sensation during the healing process. The little hairs fell out and new ones immediately took their place. And the new hairs are growing and filling in. I’m happy and impressed with my results. I know I still have 8 more months until the new growth process is completed but so far it’s a major improvement. I’m so happy I went with Dr Alba and Vanessa!!!
If you’re reading this.... go for it man. You won’t regret it.
I tried to ignore my thinning hair for years. Internally I knew that some day I’ll lose enough and just shave it. But that was a “later problem”. Then one day while watching a family video, it panned across the top of my head and I seen what everyone has been seeing for years. The thinning was now a “now problem”. I couldn’t believe it was that bad. I never noticed when looking in the mirror. What could be done? nothing right?! Rogain? I didn’t believe in it. Bosley? Too sales pitchy. Hair Transplant? Ha could never afford that Hollywood stuff! Back to square one, just accept that some day I’ll shave it.
Then my wife asked me if I’d be willing to go to Mexico or somewhere if it were more affordable. I agreed and rejuvenated my search into hair transplant. I looked up the most popular locations for it. 1st: USA, 2nd India, 3rd Turkey, 4th Dominican Republic.
USA was too expensive. India and Turkey cost too much in transport plus.... My Caucasian hair is much finer and thinner than what they may be used to. I did have a consult for a place in turkey. But the consult was out of a UK office over video. The feeling I got was too infomercial type, the sales rep was more of a used car salesman style. My quote seemed too good to be true. Offer up 4800 FUEs, roughly 60% of the donor site. That went against everything I found online. But it all felt like a generic sales pitch. Then there was Dominican Republic. Flights were cheap. Location is beautiful. But most of all the consult was great. It was like talking to family. I’m not kidding. Vanessa the coordinator, video called me anytime I had questions or concerns. She gave me an accurate realistic quote and was able to back it up with reasons and facts. Unlike turkey, Vanessa explained that they could only pull 2800 FUE’s (30% of donor site) without thinning out the back and sides of my head. She provide a fully inclusive package that they had. But since we decided to stay longer in DR, She helped me thru the entire process of selecting an appropriate Airbnb and transportation.
The procedure: well it was very simple. I was taken to the the clinic which was very clean and professional clinic. Not want I was expecting for DR. Dr Alba and I talked about my new hair line placement. Then we went to the back. I heard Hotel California was playing and I felt excited and anxious. Never nervous or scared; I was completely comfortable with them and the procedure I was moments away from undergoing. Count down from 10..9..8..the. I woke up. Felt fine. Felt a bit giddy. No pain. My head was wrapped up. I was a bit hungry and they knew this because food was waiting for me. Turns out like 6 or 7 hours had passed. I ate, changed my clothes, they told me the procedure was a success and they expect great results. They took me back to my Airbnb. Double checked my head and told me the driver would pick me up in the morning for a wash and follow up at the clinic. I don’t this about 3 or 4 more times before I came home.
The Results:
It been almost 4 months and Everything Vanessa said has been correct so far. First the scalp feels like a helmet is on. The little scabs are all over and feel a little tight on the scalp. After about 10 days you can wash them off and look a bit more normal. For my fine hairs that were transplanted, they felt like little brittle hairs on my head. Like if I had rubbed it they may break. Well that is all in my head. That was normal sensation during the healing process. The little hairs fell out and new ones immediately took their place. And the new hairs are growing and filling in. I’m happy and impressed with my results. I know I still have 8 more months until the new growth process is completed but so far it’s a major improvement. I’m so happy I went with Dr Alba and Vanessa!!!
If you’re reading this.... go for it man. You won’t regret it.
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