If donor area is partially shaved in FUE, how much maximum hair can be taken

FUE is about extracting donor hair in the form of follicular units. The use of small needle punches helps in puncturing the skin and isolation of follicular units from surrounding tissues. On the day of the FUE surgery, the entire donor area including the back of the head is trimmed to 1-2 mm length. It is recommended hair length before undergoing the FUE as it makes extraction easy.

Follicular units which are extracted from donor area are the groups of three to four hair. The extraction of hair grafts from the donor area is akin to gardening. With lots of precision, multiple hair grafts can be extracted in increased proportion with the expertise of specialists by using different sizes of punches.

If the donor area is partially shaved rather than trimming, the amount of extracting follicular units will remain the same as hair are usually in the form of naturally occurring groups of three to four hair. Follicular units are extracted until the surgeon gets maximum hair grafts to be implanted in the recipient zone. The procedure of extracting donor hair continues until the surgeon extracts maximum follicular units required.

Sharp needle punch is inserted into the skin and twisted to loosen the follicular units while blunt tipped punch separates the follicular units by preventing any damage to surrounding tissues. However, there can’t be observe the difference between donor area and recipient area as after the surgery all the hair go in the resting stage and shed. After few months the new hair begin to grow.     

FUE Hair Transplant FAQ

The most modern and best technique for hair transplantation introduced in this era is Follicular Unit Extraction Hair Transplant which is becoming quite common both in men and women suffering from pattern baldness. Before proceeding, you should know that how FUE started in Pakistan.

In the past times, people used to go abroad such as America or UK to get services of hair transplant, but because of the efforts of ILHT and Dr. Sajjad Khan, now people of Pakistan can get reliable hair transplantation in their own homeland. Since 2000, ILHT is serving in Lahore, Karachi and Islamabad to the people facing bald problem. Expert and professional surgeons are performing their duties in all the centers of ILHT. In short, ILHT is one of reliable and experienced hair transplant center of Pakistan that is expert in performing different types of hair transplant surgeries. However, people facing bald problem should ask the following questions before going for hair transplant.

The first thing everyone should ask is why should I go for FUE? Why you should opt for FUE hair transplant surgery?

Basically, FUE stands for Follicular Unit Extraction Hair Transplant that is a very effective hair transplantation process in which a small punch is used to extract the patient’s follicular units from bald resistant area in the form of strips then these strips containing follicular units are then injected in the balding area.

The second question, one should ask is if the scars would be visible after hair transplantation?

Apart from a few dots remaining, this scaring is temporary and after a week or two it heals. The next frequently asked question is whether FUE is risky. The only risk is that the donor area might experience thinning of hair.

The third question you should ask about the Strip Excision.

This is a part cut out of the body where there is a lot of hair, and inserted in that area where there is baldness. Men suffering from pattern baldness are also asked if this would hurt. If the doctor is extremely careful so this is not as painful and it heals really soon.

The next question one should ask is whether the surgery would result in a full head of hair.

The hair would be closer to full head of hair.

The next concern you should ask is that if a person has diffuse hair so can he get his hair back with FUE?

He can get the hair back but they can still fall off.

You next question should be whether the hair will possess the characteristics of that of the donor area.

Well, the characteristics would be the same as that of the donor area.

The next asked question should be for how long this transplanted hair last?

Well, hair transplanted in the bald areas work properly with the body hormones but might be lost with growing age. However, normally people get hair transplantation around thirties and forties.

The eight asked question should be is it time consuming?

This takes more time than any other hair transplantation as hair grow out of the follicle. This helps in generating new hair and the follicle containing these hair are quite healthy.

Your ninth question should be is what are the surgical techniques?

Basically, this procedure involves incisions with a breadknife in nerve and blood vessel parts. There can be a risk of loss of sensation, so doctors should be professional and must have surgical experience before.

Don’t forget to ask about the cost?

Since it is very labour intensive, it requires a lot of expense as each hair must be pulled out very carefully.

Another question one should ask is how much time will it take for a person to resume normal life?

Well, it just takes two weeks to heal so after that normal activities can be carried out.

FUE is growing popular day by day and so men with pattern baldness should opt for it rather than any other surgery in order to get their hair back. It has not only modernized hair restoration but has also helped in providing people with a natural look. 

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Not merely the efforts of adept surgeons are required to ensure desired results after the surgery. The patients also require following some instructions to improve their outward appearance with permanent and undetectable hair restoration surgery. Do not self treat yourself under any condition. Recovery takes time. Be patient and act upon post operative instructions to avoid any problem.   

Surgery is carried out under local anesthesia that usually numbs the area for three to four hours. Once the anesthesia wears off, some pain and discomfort with soreness of scalp and minor swelling can be experienced by patients. Luckily, the pain and swelling is temporary that can be treated with painkillers. It is suggested to take care of scalp by using certified medications. This will help reducing swelling and irritation in scalp because patient is suggested not to touch the scalp under any circumstances after undergoing the surgery.  

   

For the first night, it is necessary to elevate your head. You must sleep in semi upright position with two or more pillows to prop up your head. Keep your head elevated for three days following the surgery.

Don’t touch newly grafted hair. Whatever discomfort or soreness you experience but don’t touch new grafted areas.

Avoid drinking coffee for at least one day after the surgery. Do not resume smoking for a month as it interrupts blood flow to the hair follicles which is essential for hair growth.

You have to quit eating spicy dishes for some time after the surgery as such food interferes with healing process.   

You can shampoo your hair after 48 hours of the surgery. Make sure to use PH-balanced shampoo. During initial days, pour water over head by using a receptacle. After seven day, you are allowed to use shower jet.

Avoid all kinds of physical activities for one week after the hair transplant surgery. Avoid blowing your nose strongly, leaning forward and sexual activity.

Avoid sun exposure if your scalp is swollen and pink. Don’t forget to wear hat before going under the sun.

If you want to get desired outcomes after the surgery, make sure to follow above mentioned instructions. In case of severe pain, discomfort, bleeding or infection, immediately contact your surgeon. 

  

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