People often worry about scarring after an FUE transplant. The ALCS india top hair transplant clinic takes every precaution to minimize scarring in all hair transplants. Scarring is rarely noticeable if the hair is worn higher than a grade 1.
However, does FUE hair transplant cause scarring?
It is important to emphasize that there is not “scarless” hair transplant surgery. The FUE hair transplant method has a huge advantage in that there is very little risk of visible scarring. FUE hair transplants are less noticeable than FUT, as they leave a line scar. An FUE procedure performed by a skilled surgeon at Artius hair transplant clinic in navi mumbai leaves tiny dots scars that are usually less than one mm in size.
FUE grafts can be harvested with caution and in a diffuse manner from the “safe zone” (the area of the scalp that is not at high risk for future balding). There is a low risk of visible scarring. There is a high chance of visible thinning and scarring if too much hair is removed from the donor area, or if the extraction pattern does not allow for enough variation or diffusion.
FUE (or donor harvesting), should only be performed by a licensed hair transplant surgeon. To reduce the risk of FUE scarring, it is important to have an artistic eye and a good understanding of the progression of hair loss.
Transplants are the process of transferring hair grafts that are healthy from areas where hairs continue to grow naturally for life (the “permanent” or “donor”) to areas affected by hair loss (“recipient”) areas.
Two main methods are available: FUT (Follicular Unit Transplant) and ‘Strip’. This involves removing a thin strip of donor skin to allow for the dissection of the follicular unit. The linear scar is visible and must be covered with hair at least grade 4.
FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) transplants, however, involve shaving the donor area and extracting individual follicular units grafts using a 0.8mm- to 1mm punch. Then, microscopic slits are made in the recipient area. This leaves tiny dots that are almost invisible to the naked eye and not visible in daily life.
These are just a few more questions we get about FUE at the best place for hair transplant in mumbai.
Is an FUE hair transplant painful?
FUE hair transplants, which are similar to FUT procedures, can be done virtually painlessly. You will only need a local anaesthetic to perform the procedure. There are many ways to minimize the pain from local anaesthetic injections. After these steps are completed, the procedure should be painless. Painkillers can be used to manage any discomfort that may occur during the healing process.
The Artius Clinic strives to make your experience more like a trip to a health spa rather than a surgical procedure. During your procedure, you can read, watch videos or use an iPad. Many patients even claimed that their treatment day was the most enjoyable in years.
Is it possible to leave scarring from an FUE facial hair transplant?
An FUE facial hair transplant or beard transplant will only leave a few tiny scars around the donor area. They can be almost invisible, and patients are often amazed at how fast they heal and how inconspicuous they appear to them.
After an FUE transplant, can I get a shorter haircut?
Yes. FUE leaves little scarring, which is why it’s ideal for those who prefer to keep their hair shorter (e.g. number 1 or number 2), whereas FUT leaves lines of scarring that patients will need to cover with long hair (grade 4).
What are the possible side effects of FUE?
Some minor side effects can occur with hair transplants, such as itching, bleeding, swelling, and even bruising. These irritations are easily treated with proper aftercare and should disappear within a few weeks.
What is the recovery time from FUE?
We recommend that FUE transplant patients return to work within 7-10 days. There is no visible evidence, except for a short haircut, that any type of surgery took place.
How to determine if FUE hair transplants are right for you
FUE hair transplant has many advantages, including minimal scarring. FUT leaves only small linear scars that will need to be covered with hair.
FUE is not the right procedure for everyone. FUT has its advantages as well. FUT might be a better choice for patients who need more grafts or don’t mind shaving their heads.
Each patient is different and many factors, including your age, donor hair quality and future hair loss, will impact your decision to choose the best hair transplant procedure or non-surgical option for you.
