FUE Hair Transplant Surgery – Everything You Need to Know?

Given the major development over the last decade, FUE (Follicular unit extraction) hair transplant
surgery has become one of the most sought-after choices for men and some with hair loss considering hair

surgery. There is no doubt that it has completely revolutionized the entire hair transplant process. 
Below, we discuss FUE, how it works and it’s benefits and it’s limitations. 

What exactly is FUE hair transplant surgery?

Follicular unit extraction is one of the two modern and most effective donor harvesting techniques used during a follicular unit transplant (FUT) procedure. The process involves removing follicular units (hair groupings as they occur naturally in the scalp typically between 1 and 4 hairs) one by one from the donor area (typically the sides and back of the scalp, the body or the face) and placing them into tiny recipient incisions made by the surgeon in the balding areas. This method is very popular and doesn’t produce the linear scarring associated with FUSS (follicular unit strip surgery).

What does the FUE hair transplantation involve? FUE hair transplant surgery is performed by a surgeon and their dedicated staff. But how does the entire process work from beginning to end?

Eligibility:
Not everyone is eligible for hair transplant surgery let alone follicular unit extraction.  Many factors like
patient expectations, family history of balding; current hair loss and density, texture and thickness of 
the donor hair may affect whether or not an individual is a good candidate for FUE hair transplant surgery.

Pre-Surgery Consultation:
During this visit, a prospective patient will discuss the process with the doctor and go over the procedure
and managing expectations.

Prior Medical Check-ups:
It may be necessary to obtain a physical and a blood test to ensure optimal health prior to the 
procedure.

FUE Hair Transplant Surgery:

Follicular unit extraction is a non-invasive, outpatient procedure performed under local anesthesia.

Follicular units are extracted one by one from the donor area using a small, rotating punch typically by

the surgeon or a trained medical professional depending on the region. These grafts are then inserted

into tiny recipient incisions created by the surgeon in the balding area. Sometimes, follicular units are

moved from the donor area to the recipient area simultaneously while other times grafts are extracted

first and then inserted later. Due to some variations, some clinics have renamed the procedure but

essentially, the process is very similar and still just a modified form of FUE.

Post-Surgery Consultation:

After FUE surgery, the physician provides postoperative instructions. Following these instructions is

crucial to ensure optimal healing and getting the best results. Examples of instructions include sleeping

with your head elevated for the few nights after surgery, how to properly wash your scalp and hair, how

to avoid long-term exposure to the sun, etc.

What to Expect After FUE Hair Transplant Surgery

After FUE hair transplant surgery, You may experience tenderness, swelling and redness for a short

period of time. However, as long you follow your doctor’s recommendations, the initial tenderness and

swelling will subside as soon as the grafts become permanent approximately 10 days after the

procedure.

Conclusion:

FUE hair transplant surgery is an advanced technique that has gained popularity for its unique benefits

of producing outstanding results without the linear scar. However, every case is different and which

procedure is best for you will vary and should be determined by a qualified hair restoration physician.

For assistance in achieving the very best results, feel free to contact our

coalition hair transplant physicians.