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FUE Hair Transplants

Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a precise hair transplant method that removes individual follicles from donor areas and places them where hair is thinner.

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Who it is suitable for

FUE may suit patients with suitable donor density, scalp characteristics and realistic expectations. Suitability should always be assessed in consultation.

The procedure

The procedure usually involves donor-area preparation, local anaesthetic, individual follicle extraction using fine instruments, careful graft preparation, recipient-site creation and placement of grafts in a natural direction.

Recovery timeline

Many patients can return to normal life after a few days. Early aftercare is important, especially during the first 48 hours. Visible improvement usually develops over several months, with fuller results often seen between 6 and 12 months.

Risks and limitations

FUE is minimally invasive, but it is still surgery. Possible limitations include donor-area management, dot-like scarring, discomfort, swelling, bleeding, graft loss if aftercare is not followed, and the risk of over-harvesting if too many grafts are removed.
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Questions about this treatment

How much does a hair transplant cost?

The cost varies from patient to patient and normally needs a consultation. It depends on whether treatment is appropriate, the extent of thinning, the area that needs treatment and the most suitable method. Finance options may be available subject to status.

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Is a hair transplant painful?

A hair transplant should not be painful once local anaesthetic has taken effect. The first few injections can be uncomfortable, but after that most patients mainly feel pressure rather than pain.

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When will I see results after a hair transplant?

Early growth often begins at around 3 to 4 months. Thickness and fullness continue to develop gradually, with final results commonly seen between 12 and 18 months.

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What is the difference between FUE and FUT?

FUE removes individual follicles one at a time. FUT removes a narrow donor strip that is then dissected into follicular units. Both can produce strong results, but the harvesting method and scarring pattern are different.

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Will a hair transplant leave scars?

Any surgical procedure that breaks the skin can leave scarring. FUE usually leaves small dot-like marks, while FUT leaves a fine linear scar in the donor area.

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