FUE Hair Transplant

FUE hair transplantation is one of the most frequently preferred hair transplant techniques today, according to health statistics.

With the FUE technique, hair follicles are usually extracted from the patient’s nape area using surgical blades called punches, which are 0.6-0.7 mm in thickness, and are then transplanted into the areas experiencing hair loss. After the procedure, the adaptation process of the transplanted hair follicles begins. The micro wounds in the donor area usually heal within 48 hours. Patients can return to work on the third day after the procedure and to their normal daily lives by the tenth day. Due to the use of micro-sized surgical instruments, this technique is also called the Micro FUE technique.

How Is FUE Hair Transplantation Performed?

  • Your suitability for the treatment and medical history should be evaluated by our specialists.
  • Once the operation date is determined, patients should be informed about the preoperative instructions.
  • On the day of the operation, the patient is admitted to the hospital, blood tests are conducted, and preparation for the procedure begins.
  • Generally, the patient’s hair is shaved at the hospital; if a non-shaven hair transplant is planned, the patient is informed and recommended to shave their hair at the hospital.
  • The operation begins with the administration of anesthesia, and the donor area is numbed with anesthesia before the extraction process starts.
  • After the extraction, the follicles are placed in special solutions, prepared for transplantation, and counted.
  • The recipient area is numbed with local anesthesia.
  • Microchannels are opened in the recipient area according to the number and direction of the transplanted hairs.
  • The healthy hair follicles extracted from the donor area are implanted one by one into these microchannels.
  • After the procedure, the patient is given antibiotics and pain relievers.
  • The next day, bandages are removed at the hospital, and necessary dressings are applied.
  • The first washing is performed at the hospital, where the patient receives full instructions on post-operative care.
  • The washing process should continue once a day for 10 days as demonstrated.
  • By the 10th day, all scabs should have fallen off; any remaining scabs are removed at the hospital.

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What Is Micro-Graft FUE Hair Transplantation?

Micro-Graft FUE includes several improvements over the traditional FUE procedure:

  • It is a painless procedure performed under local anesthesia and takes approximately 6-7 hours.
  • Third-generation surgical blades of 0.6-0.7 mm heal within 48-72 hours.
  • The use of micro-sized blades minimizes tissue trauma.
  • The recovery period is shorter.
  • The initial results start to appear in 3-4 months.

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Frequently Asked Questions About FUE Hair Transplantation

Can I achieve natural-looking hair after a hair transplant?

With an experienced surgeon, proper planning, and suitability for the procedure, achieving a natural-looking result is possible. A well-planned hair transplant should be indistinguishable.

Is hair transplantation a painful procedure?

With modern anesthetic medications and application techniques, pain is well controlled. While minor, temporary pain may be felt during the injection of anesthesia, it typically lasts only seconds. Once the anesthesia takes effect within 5-10 minutes, no pain is usually felt during the procedure. Additionally, psychological preparation for pain is important, and stress management methods, including verbal reassurance or medication, may be necessary for anxious patients.

How soon can I return to normal life after a hair transplant?

While healing speeds vary from person to person, the first wash is typically performed on the second or third day. Redness and scabbing may be noticeable in the recipient and donor areas, requiring some camouflage if necessary. However, unless engaging in intense physical activity, most patients can return to their daily routines soon after the procedure.

Will my existing hair fall out after the procedure?

Yes, temporary “shock loss” may occur in both the donor and recipient areas. Some healthy hair follicles may suffer minor trauma during extraction and transplantation. This is a temporary condition, and hair generally returns to normal within three months, growing along with the transplanted hairs.

When will my transplanted hair start growing?

While a general timeline of 3-6 months is often mentioned, plastic surgery associations and medical literature suggest that the full process takes 12-15 months. Initially, transplanted hairs may grow thin, curly, or resemble body hair, but this appearance normalizes over time.

Should every type of hair loss be treated with a hair transplant?

No. Hair loss can occur due to various reasons, including early-age hair loss, postpartum shedding, infections, major surgeries, medication use, or endocrine disorders. A dermatologist or trichology specialist should diagnose the type of hair loss through one or more tests. Some hair loss types can be treated with simple medical therapies, while others may require complex and lengthy procedures. Before deciding on a transplant, a specialist should outline the most suitable treatment plan.

Will all transplanted hairs grow?

If no complications such as infection, trauma, endocrine disorders, or chemotherapy occur, transplanted hair generally grows at a rate of:

  • 85-90% in the frontal and mid-scalp regions
  • 60-70% in the vertex (crown) area

What should I realistically expect from a hair transplant?

A successful hair transplant can provide a density increase of 50-60% in a completely bald area, depending on age, gender, skin tone, hair thickness, and donor area density. It is essential to set realistic expectations and communicate openly about achievable results. While hair transplantation cannot fully restore a 100% natural hair density, the human eye cannot distinguish between 60% and 100% hair density, which allows for a natural appearance with proper distribution and angulation of the implanted hairs. Additionally, any scars in the donor area should be minimal and barely noticeable.

Can poorly performed hair transplants be corrected?

Yes, unsatisfactory hair transplant results, such as unnatural “toothbrush-like” hair growth, can be corrected. However, patients must acknowledge the risks and accept responsibility for the outcome of corrective procedures. Ethical doctors may refuse to perform a corrective surgery if they believe the risks outweigh the potential benefits.

What Are the Mandatory Standards in Hair Transplantation?

  1. The operation must be supervised by a licensed medical doctor.
  2. Healthcare professionals or nurses should assist in the procedure.
  3. The procedure must be conducted in a surgical environment that meets operating room conditions (hospital, sterilization, pain control, intravenous access).
  4. The facility must be equipped for emergency interventions, with the necessary medical team present.
  5. Post-operative follow-up should be conducted by the surgical team, not by agents or consultants.

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