Hair loss is a difficult experience that is often underplayed. Losing hair also impacts us in various ways. It definitely changes the way we feel about ourselves. Often it makes people feel self-conscious. When we start losing hair, we also try different ways to protect the remaining hair and grow the lost ones back. However, it is not always possible. The best way to get full hair on the head is by undergoing a Hair Transplant Toronto. FUE or Follicular Unit Extraction is the popular method of hair transplant. Due to its use of innovative technology, it is also referred to as a “scarless” hair transplant. We are here to help you understand this procedure better.

Extraction

Extraction can be understood as the non-surgical removal of hair or other tissue. Hair follicles and other tissues have removed this process with the help of a hand-held tool. It allows them to extract grafts quickly and smoothly before they can be re-implanted.

Excision

Excision is the term that is often used for describing the process of micro-surgery better. This process can be better understood as microsurgery in which portions of tissue containing hair follicles are removed. Excision of the hair follicles requires regulation and adequate qualifications.

Working on Follicular Unit Excision

In this hair transplant procedure, tiny circumferential incisions allow the extraction of hair follicles and surrounding tissues. These extractions are referred to as grafts or units. Each excision graft contains 1 to 4 hair follicles. It is because that is how hair follicles are naturally grouped. The hair follicles are strategically extracted from areas like the back and side of the head because hair growth is usually dense here. After that, the units are re-implanted in the crown and hairline. A great advantage of this type of hair transplant is that the incisions for extraction and implantation are so small that they can barely be noticed by the naked eye after they have healed.

Advantages of FUE

The incisions made during the procedure are small and they heal faster. There are no long and deep incisions made. Both these factors bring down the chances of complications. As the incisions are really small, no stitches are required. Micropunches are made for the excision which is less than 1mm in diameter, so they close on their own. Healing time in FUE is of about 5 days. As there is less scalp trauma, there is less pain and swelling which reduces the downtime.

Consultation

Not everyone is an ideal candidate for undergoing an FUE hair transplant. It is best to reach out to a hair specialist and undergo a scalp examination. When there is severe hair loss, the donor hair available is limited. This is when FUE might not be a great option. Before considering a hair transplant, it is crucial to be sure that you are undergoing permanent hair loss. The hair specialist will help you to determine that. They will work to determine the cause of hair loss. Based on that, they will recommend the best treatment option.