FUE Hair Transplant
We get it – hair loss can really mess with your confidence. Unlock the secret to natural hair restoration with Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE)!
At Elite Hair Clinic, we help you fight hair loss and achieve thicker, fuller locks with hardly any pain or discomfort. By combining advanced technology with personalised care, we offer safe and minimally invasive FUE hair transplant experiences.
Whether you’re dealing with a receding hairline or a thinning crown, our FUE hair transplant service offers a cost-effective solution for all of your hair worries.
Our team of doctors and technicians are highly educated and trained in premier institutions in Australia, the UK and the US. Book a free consultation now and take the first step towards healthy hair!
The magic behind FUE hair transplants
Who can benefit from FUE?
An FUE hair transplant may be suitable if you:
- Experience pattern baldness or thinning
- Seek less discomfort and downtime post-procedure
- Are concerned about visible scarring
- Prefer a procedure with minimal activity restrictions
How it works
Anaesthesia
The recipient area is numbed completely with local anaesthetic, ensuring the patient feels at ease from start to finish.
Extraction
The hairs on your scalp have their own ‘follicular unit’ which is composed of one to four hairs with various key components allowing it to survive.
During extraction, a specialised micro-punch device delicately punctures the skin around the follicle, about one to two millimetres from the surface. Then, each unit or graft is individually extracted. The device separates surrounding tissue from the unit, minimising trauma to the surrounding areas.
A powerful magnifying glass is used to ensure precise outcomes. This method allows the follicles to be removed without leaving a linear scalp scar.
Implantation
Follicles are grouped based on thickness, bulb size and the number of hairs. Having enough variations ultimately yields the most authentic-looking results possible.
Once follicles have been selected, they are manually implanted into the targeted area of the scalp. An implanter tool gently penetrates the skin, so the follicle can be placed just one millimetre below the surface. Only tiny incisions are made in the scalp to minimise obvious scarring.
Our team has undergone rigorous training to perfect the procedure and guarantee that only the healthiest hair follicles are selected for extraction.
Aftercare and healing
Unlike other hair transplant procedures, the initial recovery phase of FUE is quick and relatively painless:
- 7 to 10 days after the procedure — Kick back and relax! Give your body the time it needs to rejuvenate.
- Months 1 to 4 — Patience is key. Stick with the process as your transplanted hair begins its growth journey.
- Months 4 to 6 — Observe as the transplanted hairs begin to emerge.
- Month 7 — With a fresh surge of confidence, get ready to flaunt the new version of yourself!
The benefits of FUE hair transplants
Fuller thicker hair
FUE promises not just fuller, thicker hair, but also a natural-looking finish. The precise harvesting technique reduces trauma to your follicles, promoting the growth of healthier strands as you recover.
Minimal discomfort and scarring
FUE doesn’t require stitches or result in linear scarring. It leaves only tiny, dot-like scars that are practically invisible even with short hair or a shaved head.
FUE hair transplants deliver excellent results and complications are rare. Any discomfort or visible signs of surgery typically subside within a week, ensuring a smooth and quick healing process.
Affordable and convenient
FUE offers a cost-effective way to achieve that perfect look. The total cost of the procedure depends on the degree of hair loss and the number of grafts needed. While more grafts may require a bit more money, the permanent results make it a worthwhile investment.
Elite Hair Clinic offers competitive rates and financing options. We’ve teamed up with The Lifestyle Credit (TLC) to provide flexible payment plans, making your hair transformation journey affordable and stress-free.
Swift recovery
Since it’s minimally invasive, FUE requires minimal downtime. Typically, patients can engage in light activities within a week and resume their regular activities within a month.
Flexibility in donor areas
With FUE, hair follicles can be taken from the beard, scalp or other body areas. This flexibility allows doctors to choose the best donor site according to the patient’s unique needs.
FUE vs FUT: What’s the difference?
Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT), also known as the strip method, is the traditional way to transplant and regrow hair.
Here’s how it works: first, a strip of scalp is surgically removed and stitched up. Then, the doctor separates that strip into smaller pieces, or grafts, containing hair follicles. Using a needle or blade and a microscope, the doctor makes small holes in the scalp where the grafts are inserted. Finally, the surgical site is covered with bandages.
In FUE, follicular units are individually extracted, resulting in punctiform scars that are less noticeable than a linear scar. Additionally, the absence of stitches allows for faster healing of all incisions.
Combat hair loss with painless FUE hair transplants
At Elite Hair Clinic, we’re all about making your hair transformation journey quick, affordable and painless. Explore our before-and-after portfolio to see the flawless results we’ve achieved.
Ready to rock that new look? Book your free consultation now!
FAQs
The procedure generally spans a full day. We advise our patients to arrive at 7:15 AM with a full or light stomach.
Unlike other clinics, we actually prefer our patients to stay conscious during the procedure. This allows ongoing communication with our team, creating a more engaged and comfortable experience.
Not at all! Besides the mild discomfort during the application of the initial local anaesthetic, the entire process should be smooth and pain-free.
