Follicular Unit Excision
When deciding to undergo a hair transplant, it is important to do your homework first. It is imperative that your decision is based on factual information. Your expert medical professionals, headed by a leading specialist who is fully trained in the Micro FUE hair transplantation procedure, are on hand to answer all your questions.
A thorough assessment will be conducted prior to any treatment to ascertain if you are a suitable FUE microsurgery candidate. You will receive 3 detailed information briefings outlining each stage of the procedure. Your specialist teams will answer any questions through our bespoke service, aimed to assist you in your decision making.
Your specialists will be available to answer questions with honest information to enable you to make informed decisions. They will also provide long-term advice and assess your progress.
Many people experience hair loss for various reasons. Some are genetic, while others are easily avoidable. If you are suffering from hair loss, rest assured, there are solutions available which can restore your crown and glory to a healthy head of hair.
Various factors are taken into consideration first, including the extent of damage. FUE hair transplant microsurgery, which is conducted under local anaesthesia, is a proven treatment in restoring healthy hair without leaving linear scarring. It has the benefit of being minimally invasive resulting in many positive reviews. Suitability of this technique depends on advice from the surgeon in charge of your treatment plan.
FUE, short for Follicular Unit Excision, is a method of hair follicle harvesting. It involves the removal of a number of hair follicles from various donor areas of your scalp, to other parts of your head. They are usually taken from the back or sides of your head. These areas are typically permanent hair growth sites, which are less susceptible to hair loss. Your surgeon may need to shave these areas first, depending on your doctor’s recommendation.
The Micro FUE hair transplant process involves the use of a micro motor punch to extract individual hair follicles from part of your scalp. In one session, as many as a thousand hair follicle units could be carefully extracted to be transplanted.
Once the follicle units have been extracted from the donor site, your specialist will move on to the area that will receive them. Small incisions are made into the scalp skin so that the new grafts can be carefully put into place. The procedure can take more than 12 hours, and in cases of significant hair loss, multiple sessions may be required to ensure maximum benefit.
Getting a FUE hair transplant is a big decision, but a rewarding one too and it is vital that you are provided with the correct information to ensure that you are ready. Getting expert advice from our fully-qualified surgeons is the first major step forward. Here are some questions to consider:
Which method will work best for your hair loss type? Would FUE hair implants make a difference to your current situation?
What should be taken into consideration before the procedure? Should you make any lifestyle changes first? Will you need to take any steps to improve your overall health, such as a change in your diet? Will your prescription drugs/medication interfere with the outcome?
What happens during the procedure? Before any decision is taken your surgeon will outline all the steps during and post surgery.
What is the recovery period and how will you feel after your hair transplant? Many people want to return to normal immediately after surgery. Your doctor will provide advice on what to do to ensure you get the maximum benefit and don't take any unnecessary risks.
How will you manage post-op symptoms and monitor the success? Some patients experience tenderness and slight inflammation immediately after surgery. It is important to determine how to best manage these symptoms.
When should you seek medical guidance? There are some possible side effects to look out for that may require medical advice or a checkup.
When will you see the results from your FUE hair transplant? All patients want immediate results. However, it is important to be patient. Your surgeon will provide you with a realistic timeframe for your recovery and guidance on getting the best results.
All surgical procedures come with pros and cons. The good news is that the benefits of the FUE hair transplant procedure outweigh the disadvantages. These include:
The donor area recovers very quickly.
There is no linear scarring, unlike with FUT implants.
There is no general anaesthesia, only local.
Patients experience minimal or zero pain.
Hair follicles can be harvested from various parts of the body, including beards.
The procedure, which is minimally invasive, can be repeated.
