FUE Hair Transplant

Compared to a linear donor scar involved in FUT procedures, the “mosaic” of dot scars created by FUE is favored by patients who:

• Prefer short hairstyles.
• Notice their scalp showing through their hair, even with a longer hairstyle.
• Are at risk for thickened donor scars due to excessive scalp tightness or laxity.

It is important to note that scarring from an FUE hair transplant may still be visible, depending on the thickness and fullness of the hair in your treated areas.

Multiple small, round FUE incisions are spread out over a larger portion of the donor scalp compared to a single strip incision. Because of this, FUE patients often experience:

• Less pain in the donor’s scalp.
• Faster healing.
• No sutures or staples to remove.
• Return to physical activity more quickly.

It is important for our patients to keep in mind that although it is a more comfortable experience for many of our patients, FUE hair transplants are still accompanied by a full recovery period. We encourage you to view our post-operative care instructions for more information on this period.

Patients with excessive donor scars, scalp tightness, and/or patchy donor density have very limited options with traditional strip harvesting. FUE accesses areas that FUT can’t, including the upper and lower fringe of the donor scalp, beard, and body hair, for patients who have a shortage of donor scalp hair. In addition, fine hair from the nape of the neck or temporal scalp can be harvested for eyebrow and eyelash restoration. Through FUE techniques, Dr. Niedbalski can harvest up to 2,500 hair follicles in a single day.

In years past, patients with moderately to very curly hair may have had issues with hair transplant surgery. Dr. Niedbalski and his team use the latest advancements in technology to ensure that all patients, regardless of their hair texture, are able to benefit from our FUE hair transplant surgery.

An FUE procedure may be more conspicuous immediately after surgery, as the entire donor area needs to be shaved for most FUE procedures. If your hair is not already trimmed high and tight, your new hairstyle can bring unwanted attention after surgery.

While FUE hair transplant surgery can indeed be more costly than FUT due to its intricate nature, it is important to remember that investing in your confidence and self-esteem is priceless. We understand that financial considerations play a role in your decision, and we are here to help navigate this aspect of your journey.

For detailed information about payment options, insurance coverage, and possible financing, please refer to the Billing and Insurance section on our website or give us a call at (253) 572-2949. We are committed to making this transformative experience accessible and manageable for all our patients.