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My 3,488-graft FUE experience with Want Hair / Liv Harley Street Hospital – what I wish I knew before booking

I’m posting this because I wish I had found a detailed account like this before booking my transplant.

I had a 3,488-graft FUE hair transplant in July 2025, arranged through Want Hair and carried out at Liv Harley Street Hospital / The Harley Street Hospital.

My main concern was my crown. Before booking, I sent photographs and specifically said: “I only need the crown done, brow done two years ago.”

I was also worried about who would actually perform the procedure. Before booking, I specifically asked about the surgeon’s involvement and was told in writing that the surgeon would do the surgical aspects of the transplant.

That reassurance mattered to me.

On the day, a treatment design was produced and 3,488 grafts were recorded. During the procedure I was told they could not fit any more grafts into my crown and that the remaining grafts would therefore be placed further forward to create density.

Three technicians were substantially involved in carrying out the transplant. I do not recall being clearly informed beforehand that this would be the delivery model, being told who they were, or being given information about their qualifications and experience.

I also have photographs taken immediately after leaving the clinic and over the following days, when the recipient sites were still clearly visible. Those photographs provide a contemporaneous record of where the grafts were actually placed.

As the transplant matured, I repeatedly raised concerns about the crown and the developing result. I followed the advice to wait rather than judge the outcome too early.

It is now around 13 months later and I remain extremely dissatisfied with the crown result.

Want Hair’s position has been that I should wait 18 months. However, independent hair-transplant professionals I have consulted have advised me that while some further maturation can occur, the result at around 12 months is generally representative of the eventual outcome. I am now obtaining independent professional assessments in writing regarding the original planning, graft distribution and result.

I made a formal complaint and requested a refund or compensation. Neither Want Hair nor Liv Harley Street Hospital has offered me a refund or compensation.

I have also referred my concerns regarding the doctor involved to the General Medical Council. I’m not suggesting the GMC has made any finding; I have referred the matter so that the appropriate regulator can consider it.

One of the biggest lessons for me has been to independently investigate the people and organisations involved rather than relying mainly on marketing, reviews and impressive before-and-after photographs.

I checked the British Association of Hair Restoration Surgery (BAHRS) membership directory and could not find Want Hair or the doctor who performed my procedure listed as members.

If I were booking again, I would insist on written answers to these questions before paying:

• Who will actually perform each stage of the procedure?
• Who will extract the grafts?
• Who will create the recipient sites?
• Who will implant the grafts?
• Will technicians perform substantial parts of the procedure?
• Who are they and what are their qualifications?
• How many grafts are actually intended for the area I specifically want treated?
• What happens if the agreed plan changes during surgery?

This experience has cost me more than the £3,194 treatment price, including travel, recovery, time away from work, and a huge amount of time and stress pursuing the matter afterwards.

I have retained the contract, WhatsApp correspondence, treatment design/clinical record, pre-op photos, immediate post-op photos, current photos and complaint correspondence.

I’m posting this so other people researching Want Hair or Liv Harley Street Hospital know the questions I wish I had asked before booking.

Based on my treatment, the result and the way my concerns have been handled, I would not choose either provider again.

Pictures: Before and After.

Hey all, 7 months in on my hair transplant and I couldn’t be happier. Lighting is a bit bad in the after pic, but it’s completely changed my life. Got it done in Fort Lauderdale for $1 a graft, they were amazing, follow up constantly and offered me a free PRP session too if I booked that month.

My crown area has filled in immensely too. Glad I didn’t go all the way to Turkey to get it done.

Post op 14 days

I was quoted 4500 grafts by Dr. L @ absolute hair clinic. Is that gonna give me good results?

I’m 44. On minoxidil. Quit finasteride 3 years ago cause of side effects.

Hey everyone! I wanted to share my 9-month hair transplant journey and current results.

I had 4,200 grafts at Hair Center of Turkey, and overall, I’m really happy with the process. I’ve been through the same journey, so I know the feeling checking the mirror every day, waiting for growth, and wondering if everything is going as it should.

What made the journey easier for me was the support I received throughout the process. My doctor, the medical team, translators, and consultants were always there for me. Whenever I had a question or concern, I could message them and always got a response. That really gave me peace of mind.

I’m now at month 9, and I wanted to share my progress. 👇

If you’re considering a transplant or you’re already going through it, feel free to ask me anything. I’m happy to share the products I used, my aftercare routine, and my personal experience.

I know how many questions you have at the beginning, because I had them too. If my experience can help someone, I’ll be happy. ❤️

I’m 34 years old. Over the years since I was idk like 16 I have had my hair exactly like this. It’s never changed. Problem is my hair went from when I was 10 years old a full set even in the crown area to what you see now and that’s all I did. Thinking about getting 3500 grafts done since that’s what they said I needed. My issue is does it last forever? How long does it last?

Hey guys!

Here are some photos of my hairtransplant, its growing in quite nicely.

Since my natural hair is super thick, the transplanted area still looks thin and out of place.

Will it still improve a lot these coming months?

I was skeptical for many months, but the result doesn't seem bad to me.

Clinica MedBlue

Ho 34 anni.

Operato l’11 dicembre 2025.

Unità follicolari: 4300.

Tecnica: FUE.

Attualmente assumo Finasteride (da 5 anni) e Minoxidil.

Hey guys,

Just hit the 9 - month mark after my transplant (about 3,000 grafts) and thought I’d share where I’m at.

Overall I’m pretty happy with how it’s coming in so far, but I’m still hoping the density fills in a bit more over the next few months. From what I’ve read, results can keep improving up to 12 months (sometimes even longer).

What do you think of the progress at 9 months? Does the density look about right for this stage, or is there still a decent amount of improvement left?

Would love some honest opinions.

Pretty happy so far! 0.5mg fin every other day, 1mg min daily.

Hii, this is my 2nd hair transplant after 1 year to enhance the density of my temple area. I’m attaching the picture after day 13. Please tell me, if it’s good or it could’ve been better.

The second picture is from my first hair transplant after 12 days.

24 years old, family history of balding/thinning, don’t smoke or drink, can’t tolerate Finasteride despite oral/topical, 1mg daily, 0.5mg MWF, 0.25mg daily, even 0.0025% dissolved into liquid minoxidil (mental side effects of anhedonia, anxiety, etc)

I have like 5 month supply of topical minoxidil, and a
Dr Pen micro needling pen. I’m aware that it’s risky to get a HT with those variables taking place
(24, family history of balding, can’t tolerate Finasteride)

If it’s relevant, I can grow a very big beard easily, so that could be an option for donor area extraction.

Willing to do 1-3 transplants if needed total.

Just hit the 6 month mark post-op (procedure date: February 13th). I’m 36 years old and have been on fin and min for over 13 years. This is how it looks straight out of the shower with zero product.

Really happy with how the new hairline is shaping up. Definitely a noticeable improvement vs 5 months. Just waiting for the density to start. I've noticed that the right side seems to have grown in a bit more than the left, but hopefully will all catch up in the next 6 months. How's it looking?

Am 08.08.2026 hatte ich meine Haartransplantation bei Elithair in Istanbul.
Als ich angekommen bin, war mein erster Eindruck eigentlich direkt gut. Alles war organisiert und die Mitarbeiter waren freundlich. Im Hotel und auch in der Klinik habe ich mich gut aufgehoben gefühlt.
Am Tag der OP war ich natürlich etwas nervös. Besonders kurz vor der OP hatte ich schon ein bisschen Angst und habe mir viele Gedanken gemacht. Aber als es dann losging, war es gar nicht so schlimm, wie ich vorher gedacht hatte. Das Team war ruhig und hat sich gut um mich gekümmert, dadurch konnte ich mich auch entspannen.
Die Dolmetscher fand ich auch sehr gut. Besonders der Dolmetscher mit den kurzen Haaren ist mir positiv aufgefallen. Leider weiß ich seinen Namen nicht mehr. Er war sehr freundlich und hat mir immer geholfen, wenn ich etwas nicht verstanden habe.
Jetzt geht es mir eigentlich gut. Die OP ist noch nicht lange her, deshalb ist natürlich noch alles frisch und ich muss noch auf die Heilung achten. Insgesamt bin ich aber zufrieden und froh, dass ich es gemacht habe. Jetzt bin ich gespannt, wie das Ergebnis in den nächsten Monaten wird.

I've been taking dutasteride and minoxidil for a few years now, and my hair is still falling out. A year ago, I had a hair transplant at my temples, but now I'm noticing hair loss all over my head again. I'm taking 0.5 mg of dutasteride and 5 mg of minoxidil. Has anyone else experienced this? Is there any way to fix it?

Thoughts on this HT? Honestly I feel worried. Almost nothing in the crown. They did like 400 grafts there, and also worried about the front. Looks pluggy and spacey. Clinic in Sweden around 3000$