FUE (Follicular Unit Excision) involves extracting individual hair follicles and implanting them in thinning areas.

No. Local anesthesia is used. Most patients feel minimal discomfort.

FUE removes grafts one by one (no linear scar), while FUT removes a strip of scalp.

Men or women with mild to moderate hair loss and good donor hair.

People with very poor donor density, unstable hair loss, or certain scalp conditions.

4 to 8 hours, depending on the number of grafts.

Usually yes, but partial shaving or unshaven options may be available for small areas.

New hair starts growing in 3–4 months, with full results in 9–12 months.

Only tiny dot-like scars that are barely visible, especially with short hair.

Varies by clinic and graft count. Typically between $2,000 and $7,000.

• Yes. Transplanted follicles are permanent and resistant to hair loss.

Some shedding happens in the first few weeks (normal), then permanent growth begins.

Yes. FUE is ideal for restoring natural hairlines and temple areas.

Most patients return to normal activities within 2–5 days.

Yes. Especially effective for thinning at the part or receding hairlines in women.

Look for experienced, board-certified surgeons (like ABHRS) and real before/after results.