FUE Hair Transplant — What Is It?
FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) is the gold standard hair transplant technique. Individual follicular units are extracted from the donor area and transplanted to thinning/balding regions. No linear scar; natural-looking results; permanent.
Who Is It For?
- Male pattern baldness (Norwood 2-6)
- Female hair thinning
- Adults with good donor area
- Healthy candidates with realistic expectations
Important: Hair loss progression continues — additional sessions may be needed years later.
Treatment Process
1
Consultation
Hair loss pattern assessed; donor area evaluated; design planned.
2
Preparation
Donor area shaved; local anesthesia applied.
3
Extraction
6-8 hours; individual grafts (1-4 hairs each) extracted with micro punch.
4
Transplantation
Grafts placed in incisions in recipient area.
When Does The Effect Show?
Initial growth at 3-4 months; final result at 12-18 months. Permanent.
Aftercare Instructions
- Sleep elevated for 5 nights
- No washing 48 hours; specific gentle wash starting day 3
- No swimming/sauna 2 weeks
- No vigorous exercise 1 month
- Avoid sun on scalp 1 month
- Possible PRP support sessions
Risks and Side Effects
Generally safe with experienced team:
- Mild swelling forehead 2-3 days
- Crusts in recipient area 7-10 days
- Shock loss (transplanted hair falls out then regrows) — normal
- Folliculitis (rare)
- Donor area scarring (minimal pinpoint dots)
Frequently Asked Questions
Typical 3000-5000 grafts; depends on hair loss extent.
Local anesthesia eliminates pain during; mild soreness after.
3-4 months for initial growth; full result 12-18 months.
Transplanted hair is permanent; native hair loss may continue.
Sometimes needed for very advanced cases or future progression.