Congratulations! You have been selected to receive this issue of the "HAIR RESTORATION REPORT." This report contains tips on how to make the most out of the hair you already have, slow the hair loss process and more effectively plan and manage the restoration of your hair.

Randall Sword, MD, FACEP

In This Issue:
· The Progression of the Hairline
· Video Consultation Network
· Give Us Your Feedback
· Virtual Hair Restoration Consultation
· Upcoming One-on-One with the doctors
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THE PROGRESSION OF THE HAIRLINE

There have been massive changes in surgical hair restoration during the last decade. The result of the improved technologies has been a far more natural, nearly undetectable hairline. These recreated hairlines allow both men and women to experience the satisfaction of "having their hair back." In addition these changes have resulted in an easier nearly pain-free procedure. Today's surgical hair restoration is not much different than a visit to the dentist for a filling or crown.

Hair Transplants of the Past
In the 50's, 60's, 70's and into the mid 80's, hair transplant grafts consisted of round 4 mm or 3/16" diameter (pencil eraser size) plugs, which were removed from the back (donor area) of the head and were made up of 20 to 30 hairs each. These grafts were placed in a straight line across the front hairline, resulting in a pluggy or "doll hair" look. This method required four to five surgical sessions. In the mid 80's, 3.5 mm diameter round plugs were used in the front hairline area, and a second row of 4 mm plugs were placed behind the first row. By the late 80's, the round 4 mm plugs were split in half, creating two 2mm grafts consisting of 10 to 15 hairs each. These were then placed in the first row with 4 mm plugs behind them.

The March of Time
Technology continued to improve and doctors found that by the early 90's, the 4 mm grafts could be split twice, or quartered, and placed in the front hairline. These were called mini grafts and usually consisted of four to eight hairs each. Strips of various sizes and widths were being removed, sutured closed, and cut into various size grafts. By the time the mid 90's approached, the front row of the hairline was now entirely made up of mini grafts and micro grafts, which were also called follicular units, consisting of one to three hairs each. Larger grafts were then placed ¼" to ½" behind the first row to increase the density. In the late 90's, the front hairline was made up of hundreds of micro grafts only.

Today's Hair Transplants
Today, the micro grafts (follicular units) have gone from a straight frontal hairline to a wavy line more representative of a natural, God-given hairline. The present state of the art finds single hair grafts placed in a random, jagged, saw-tooth fashion, which rather accurately simulates the natural hairline. Two to three-hair grafts are then placed approximately ½" behind the first row to give the appearance of density.

Changing Lives
This surgically transplanted hair is permanent and will never fall out. It can be styled and combed in any fashion and probably best of all it changes the way people feel about themselves and how they are perceived by others. They look younger and consequently FEEL younger. They become more vibrant people and seem to enjoy life to a greater degree. I am both honored and proud to be a surgeon in this field. It is an honor to be able to help so many men and women experience this kind of change in their life.

Thank you and my best to you all,

Randall Sword, M.D., F.A.C.E.P.

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Revolutionary Video Consultation Network
Do you know that Dr. Sword can be in two places at one time? Only Sword Medical Center allows you to meet Dr. Sword and discuss with him your options for hair restoration from any of the conveniently located offices all over Southern California and in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The wide band video conferencing system allows you to see the doctor, REAL TIME. He can examine you, and you can get all of your questions answered by one of the world's leading experts in hair restoration face to face!

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Give Us Your Feedback
Is there a topic you would like Dr. Sword to talk about? Let us know. Dr. Sword established this report to help educate and inform YOU his patients! His passion is helping men and women to enjoy a fuller and more enriching life that comes with the confidence of having a full head of hair.

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A Virtual Hair Restoration Consultation

Now you can have a virtual consultation with Sword Medical Center with just a recent photograph of yourself and an Internet connection. By sending your photo to Sword Medical, we can get an idea of your hair loss pattern and recommend a possible course of action. Just go to www.swordmedical.com/vc and complete the brief form. You will receive our evaluation and recommendations based upon your photos. Know that strict security and confidentiality will be assured.

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Meet Dr. Sword and some of his patients at an upcoming One-on-One with the doctor in your area. Call 1-800-242-6900 to RSVP or go to www.swordmedical.com/signup.html to sign-up:

Woodland Hills One-on-One with the doctor
Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2002
Time: 7:00p.m. - 9:00p.m.
Location: Warner Center Marriott
2nd Floor
21850 Oxnard Street
Woodland Hills, CA 91467
(818) 887-4800

La Jolla One-on-One with the doctor
Date: Tuesday, August 6, 2002
Time: 7:00p.m. - 9:00p.m.
Location: Embassy Suites - La Jolla Ambassador Room
4550 La Jolla Village Drive
San Diego, CA 92122-0436
(858) 453-0400

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Contact us at info@swordmedical.com
Want to know more about the many options available to you in hair restoration, hair maintenance and hair replacement? Contact the Sword Medical Center office nearest you 1-800-242-6900 or go to www.swordmedical.com