At QHT clinic, we definitely understand the range of emotions and thoughts that run behind taking the decision of a Hair transplant procedure. So, we always aim to provide the complete information to our patients about the different hair transplant treatments. All our expert doctors are dedicated to answer your questions related to hair transplants and to guide you on how the procedure works relevant. Different hair transplant treatments are available to restore hair, FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) being the most advanced one.

FUE hair transplant

Your hair plays an important role in boosting your self-confidence. FUE hair transplant is one of the best treatment processes available to restore hair naturally. It involves the extraction of the hair follicles from the donor area of the scalp and their transplantation to the recipient areas, those with baldness or scanty hair. It is usually a preferred choice of treatment for those with thinning of hair or balding with sufficient hair nearby.

Unlike in FUT, which involves the removal of the whole strip of hair, FUE only involves the removal of the individual hair follicles to be transplanted to the recipient area. FUE is becoming a popular treatment option for those who does not want to have a “pluggy hair” appearance. Also, there is no scarring involved like in FUT.

Is FUE right for me?

FUE helps you provide natural-looking results especially when you are:

•   Experiencing thinning of hair.
•   Having chronic hair fall leading to bald spots.
•   Suffering from Androgenic alopecia or male pattern baldness or those with female pattern baldness.
•   Looking for smaller sessions for less severe hair loss patients with Norwood grade 3 baldness.
•   Looking for options to camouflage residual scars occurred during previous FUT procedures.
•   Planning to cover the scars which have resulted due to trauma, neurosurgical procedures or other dermatological conditions.
•   Not eligible to undergo repeated FUT procedures.

How to prepare for a FUE hair transplant?

While you have been chosen for a hair transplant procedure, here are some of the tips to be followed before the actual treatment begins:

•   Do not take alcohol for 48 hours before surgery and also avoid smoking for at least 24 hours before the surgery.
•   Stop taking any blood thinners or aspirin for at least 2 weeks before the surgery.
•   If you are taking any anti-depressants, avoid them for at least 2 weeks before the surgery.
•   Avoid taking vitamins and dietary supplements for around 2 weeks before the surgery.
•   Avoid getting any hair cut for at least few days before the surgery, to have ample amount of donor hair for the transplant procedure.
•   Basic tests such as ECG or other blood tests are to be undergone before the surgery, as recommended by your doctor.

What to Expect during FUE procedure?

Once you decide to consult a doctor or a hair transplant clinic for the hair restoration solutions. The doctors will analyze your scalp and check for the severity of the hair fall or the level of baldness and design a treatment plan according to your treatment goals.

While you are advised with a FUE hair transplant procedure, you will have many questions in your mind regarding the procedure, the post-operative care and how would your looks transform to post-transplant.

The FUE hair transplant procedure involves the following steps:

·       Initial assessment:

During this phase, the donor area is assessed for the position and density of the hair, the thickness and the quality of the hair follicles. The surgeons will also check for the signs of alopecia and figure out the availability of the donor grafts for the hair transplant.

·       Preparation of the donor & recipient sites:

Once the donor area is identified the patient is prepared for the surgery. In this phase local anesthesia is given to the patient in both the donor & the recipient areas. Both areas are also shaved for the removal and transplantation of the hair follicles.

·       Extraction of hair follicles:

In this phase, the surgeon makes a micro-incision in the donor area which is usually less than 1mm in diameter. Once the incision is made around the follicular unit, the surgeon isolates the graft and the follicular units are extracted from the donor area.

·       Transplantation of hair follicles:

Following this, the surgeon makes small, tiny incisions in the recipient areas to insert the extracted hair follicles.

After this, both the transplanted and recipient areas are closed with bandages, to ensure a complete recovery.

How much does FUE hair transplant cost in India?

There are no fixed treatment costs for any medical procedure and it is dependent on various factors. One of the prime factors is the extent of hair grafts required for treatment. A detailed note of all the different factors affecting the cost of FUE includes:

•   Extent of baldness
•   The total number of grafts required
•   The expertise of the surgeon
•   The health of the patient
•   The type of medical equipment used

The estimated cost of a FUE hair transplant in India ranges from Rs.1,50,000/- to Rs.3,00,000/-. It varies among different clinics and those located in metropolitan or tier-1 cities usually charge higher than those in the towns. It is always the quality of the service and the rate of successful hair transformations, which are to be considered while choosing for a hair transplant clinic.

Our doctors at QHT clinic are the right people to give you a clearer picture on the cost of the hair transplant, and you will get a clear outline of the treatment cost during the initial consultation itself. This helps you to plan your budget priorly and make informed decisions for the FUE treatment.

What are the Benefits of a FUE hair transplant at QHT clinic?

Understanding the pros of undergoing a FUE hair transplant:

•   It involves a relatively quick treatment procedure with few hours of treatment sessions spread over a few days.
•   It is an outpatient procedure and you are allowed to go home on the same day.
•   You can get back to the daily routine within a few days of surgery.
•   Very minimal scars are left-out behind the procedure.
•   Recovery post-transplant is usually quick and usually there are no side effects seen.

What are the precautions to be followed after a FUE hair transplant?

After FUE hair transplantation, hair starts to grow gradually and the small hair follicles begin to appear after almost 3-4 months of time. Mild tenderness and inflammation on the scalp are present in the initial days post-surgery, which would usually subside within a few days.

Doctors also prescribe medications such as antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs and pain killers to heal the scalp and to promote effective hair growth.

Some of the tips that the FUE patients must follow, post-transplant include:

•   Do not get direct exposure to sunlight for at least 2 weeks, incase of any emergency use a loose cap while you go outside.
•   Avoid washing of hair for at least three days post-transplant.
•   Follow all the precautions as suggested by the doctors while washing your hair and also use mild shampoos as prescribed.
•   Avoid brushing or combing of hair in the initial few days post-transplant.
•   Avoid any strenuous activities like gym or anything which would cause intense sweat in the scalp area.
•   Do not use hair dyes, chemicals, hair dyes or any heat styling products for few months post-transplant.

By following all these precautions after a FUE hair transplant treatment, you will gain natural, reliable and long-lasting results. The transplanted hair follicles from the donor area will start to grow in the recipient area, and after few days this hair will fall-off, which is a part of the shedding phase. However, the hair starts to grow back after few days and the complete results from a hair transplant treatment would be visible around 9-12 months.

Are there any risks and side-effects associated with FUE hair transplant?

FUE is a safe hair transplant procedure and the side effects are very minimal, some of which include:

•   Scalp infections
•   Formation of crusts in the donor or recipient areas
•   Mild pain in the surgical site
•   Bleeding from the surgical site
•   Continuous hair fall or thinning after the transplant.

All of these side-effects are usually temporary and would subside within a week or two weeks of time.

Conclusion

FUE hair transplant is an advanced treatment. It is a scarless hair transplant surgery which gives you quicker results in a shorter recovery time. FUE hair transplant gives you more comfortable and long-lasting results at affordable hair transplant costs in India.