Dermaster Clinic

Hair Transplant Consultation

Type

Hair Transplant

Duration

45 min

Expert consultation for FUE hair transplant procedure planning.

Hair transplant surgery relocates healthy hair follicles from donor areas (typically the back and sides of the scalp, which are genetically resistant to balding) to thinning or bald areas. The two main techniques are FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction), where individual follicular units are harvested one by one using a micro-punch tool, and FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation/strip method), where a strip of donor tissue is removed and follicles are dissected under magnification. Modern FUE variants include Sapphire FUE (using sapphire-tipped blades for smaller incisions and faster healing) and DHI (Direct Hair Implantation using a Choi pen for direct placement without pre-made channels). Transplanted hairs are permanent — they continue to grow naturally for life.

Key Details

Duration
4–8 hours depending on graft count
Anesthesia
Local (fully awake)
Recovery
7–14 days for initial healing
Results
New growth visible at 3–4 months, full results at 12–18 months
Permanence
Transplanted hairs are permanent

Who Is This For?

Men and women with pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia). Those with receding hairlines, thinning crowns, or bald patches. People wanting a permanent solution rather than ongoing medication. Those who have tried medical treatments (minoxidil, finasteride) with limited results. Anyone with sufficient donor hair for transplantation.

What's Included

Pre-operative consultation and hairline design
Local anesthesia administration
Follicle extraction from donor area
Recipient site creation and graft placement
Post-operative care kit and instructions
Follow-up appointments for healing assessment

Preparation Required

Stop blood-thinning medications and supplements (aspirin, fish oil, vitamin E) 1 week before surgery. Avoid alcohol for 48 hours before. Do not cut your hair short in the donor area. Wash your hair the morning of surgery with regular shampoo. Eat a normal breakfast. Wear a button-up shirt (you cannot pull clothing over your head after). Arrange transportation home — do not drive yourself.

Frequently Asked Questions