Hair loss can affect confidence and appearance, especially when thinning becomes noticeable around the hairline, crown, or other areas of the scalp. Hair transplantation is a surgical hair restoration procedure that moves healthy hair follicles from a donor area to areas affected by hair loss. Two commonly used techniques are Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) and Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT).
FUE Hair Transplant
FUE hair transplant involves extracting individual follicular units from the donor area and carefully placing them into areas with reduced hair density. It does not require removing a strip of scalp and is often considered when patients prefer a less linear donor-area scar.
FUT Hair Transplant
FUT hair transplant involves removing a narrow strip of donor scalp, from which individual follicular units are prepared for transplantation. The technique may be suitable for selected patients depending on donor hair characteristics, hair loss pattern, and the number of grafts required.
Benefits and What to Expect
A personalized assessment helps determine whether hair restoration surgery is appropriate and which technique may be more suitable. Treatment planning considers factors such as the extent of hair loss, donor hair availability, scalp condition, age, and future hair-loss pattern.
Recovery varies between individuals. Mild swelling, redness, or temporary scalp sensitivity can occur after the procedure. Newly transplanted hairs typically require time to grow, and visible results develop gradually over several months.