What is Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT)?

Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) is a state-of-the-art hair restoration surgery designed to move healthy hair from one part of your scalp to another, providing a natural-looking solution for hair loss. During the FUT procedure, a strip of skin is surgically removed from the back of your head, and individual hair follicles are meticulously extracted and transplanted to the balding or thinning areas.

The FUT Procedure

1. Hairline Design: Your ideal hairline is carefully drawn to ensure natural results.
2. Anesthesia and Sedation: Local anesthesia is administered, and a sedative may be offered to ensure your comfort.
3. Donor Area Preparation: Hair in the donor area is trimmed to about two millimeters.
4. Graft Harvesting: A strip of skin is surgically removed, and individual follicles are extracted.
5. Implantation: Hair follicles are implanted according to the designed hairline, creating a natural pattern as it heals.

Am I a Good Candidate for Follicular Unit Transplantation?

Determining whether you are a suitable candidate for FUT involves a comprehensive consultation where your hair loss type, remaining healthy hair, and medical history are evaluated. Ideal candidates for FUT typically:

• Are over 25 years old
• Suffer from androgenetic alopecia
• Have a high hair follicle density
• Experience hair loss primarily at the front of the scalp
• Have minimal color contrast between their hair and skin

If FUT is not suitable for you, there are numerous other effective hair loss treatments available, including medications, topical products, Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE), and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections.

FUT vs. FUE: Understanding the Differences

Both FUT and FUE are advanced hair restoration techniques, but they have key differences:

• FUT: Involves removing a strip of skin, allowing for the transplantation of a large number of follicles in a shorter time.
• FUE: Involves individually extracting and implanting follicles using the precise ARTAS® iX robotic system, without removing a strip of skin.

Choosing the Right Procedure

• FUT: Ideal for those needing a large number of transplanted follicles and prefer a shorter procedure time.
• FUE: Suitable for those who prefer a less invasive method without a linear scar.

Schedule Your Consultation Today

Ready to take the next step towards a fuller head of hair? Schedule your consultation today to discuss your hair restoration options and determine if Follicular Unit Transplantation is right for you. Our team of experienced professionals is here to guide you through the process and help you achieve natural-looking results. Call us now to request an appointment or book online!