Originally posted by u/sleepy_owl11 on Reddit 34M from New York. I had my first hair transplant in Jan 2020 in Istanbul. Long story short… neither my brother nor I were happy. The Issues from Turkey: Unnatural hairline shape. "Double grafts" placed right at the front. Overall low density on the scalp and crown. The Repair Journey: After years of research, I chose Dr. Abhinav Kumar in Patna, India. Unlike my first experience where technicians ran the surgery, the doctor personally did all the extractions and incisions himself. The Procedure: Grafts: 2,600 FUE. Bonus: He used a few grafts to fix an old eyebrow scar—it already looks incredibly natural. Cost: ~$1,350 USD total (including OR fee). The Verdict: It’s early, but for the first time in 5 years, I actually feel optimistic about my hair.