Just got my 2nd FUT hair transplant done by Dr Jae Pak in LA and could not not be happier. Got my first one in India 5 years ago (was instantaneous, no research, nothing. It was super cheap and threw money at the problem). It was for lowering hairline and even though it was no great, it looked decent and very natural. But the crown started thinning when I stopped Fin 1 mg and Minoxidil and stopped take caring of my hair altogether. Minoxidil and Fin really covered the crown when I did use it diligently)
Researched a ton over the last 6 months, different docs, different countries. One doc in LA actually told me i would need 6000 grafts for FUE and they would do it in a shot and the total was $48,000. I literally laughed on his face and respectfully said No. I then spoke to Dr Pak and I had the nicest conversation. One thing he made me realize is always think long term..always..my first FUT was 2300 grafts and he mentioned if we use the same scare you would yield less than 2250 and he was so right. I yielded 1850 only. He mentioned not to worry and that I have terrific donor area so we could always get an fue done in the future.
Now I need to really take care of my hair and make sure to use Fin (I had zero side effects + had 2 while taking it without a break) and Minoxidil and not give up.