For many people, a hair transplant is all that is needed to boost self-confidence and bring back a youthful appearance.

FUE of follicular unit extraction is one of the most common hair transplant techniques used to accomplish this goal.

If you are considering the procedure here is what you need to know about the FUE Hair Transplant Process.

Q. What is a Hair Transplant?

A. This is a type of surgery performed in your doctor’s office. During the procedure, the doctor moves the hair from an area of your scalp with healthy growth to an area with thinning or no hair.

Q. What is the Process of FUE Procedure?

A. First, the doctor or surgeon will prepare your scalp by shaving the back of the scalp and then cleaning the area.This involves using a medicated scrub to cleanse the scalp and provide a sterile or clean field for the procedure. This lessens the chance of infection. Next, an anesthetic medication is injected into the back of the head. This ensures that the entire scalp is numb so that the procedure can be conducted with no pain. Individual hair follicles are removed one-by-one.

The second part of the procedure occurs after the doctor prepares the grafts for transplant. The area where the hair follicles are to be transplanted is prepared by cleansing and numbing as already described. Then the surgeon uses a scalpel or needle to create holes or tiny incisions where the transplanted follicles will be placed. Generally, a team of clinicians are involved at this point to plant the hair follicles previously harvested into the prepared area.

Q. How Long Does the FUE Hair Transplant Procedure Take?

A. This depends on the size of the transplant needed. Typically, the process takes 4-8 hours.

Q. What are the Recovery and Expectations After FUE Hair Transplant Process?

A. Your scalp will be very tender for several days and may require you to take prescription pain medication or NSAIDs to resume daily activities. Bandages should be worn over the scalp for 1-2 days. In most cases, you can return to work and your normal routine between 2-5 days after your procedure. New growth may begin to appear within a month to several months. Over the next 6-9 months, you will see around 60% of new hair growth.

Q. Are There Risks Associated With the FUE Hair Transplant Process?

A. As with any surgical procedure, there are risks, however, these are minimal but include, bleeding, infection, scarring and nerve damage.

Q. What is the Cost of the FUE Hair Transplant Procedure?

A. This varies according to area and physician. The general range is $4,000 to $15,000.

Hair transplants have been taking place since the 1950s but new techniques increasingly produce results that allow patients to experience natural, lasting hair growth.

If you are looking for  and would like to speak to s doctor to discuss your unique needs, contact Doctors of Hair Restoration Experts today!