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FUE Hair Transplant

When hair loss and thinning begin to affect personal confidence, social interactions, or professional life—and conservative treatments are no longer effective—FUE hair transplantation offers the most definitive and lasting solution.

As growing numbers of people turn to hair transplantation to address their hair loss, the procedure has shed its stigma and is no longer considered a taboo.

Today, FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) stands as the most advanced and trusted technique for achieving completely natural and permanent results. It is often combined with conservative therapies to further enhance outcomes. The procedure has evolved and been refined to such an extent that patients can resume their daily activities almost immediately, with no obvious signs of having undergone treatment—offering both discretion and rapid recovery.

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What is FUE?

FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) is an advanced hair transplantation technique that involves harvesting and transplanting individual hair follicles. First introduced in 2003, the method has since undergone continuous refinement, making it the most modern and effective solution for hair restoration today.

Recognized globally for its minimally invasive nature, FUE has become the technique of choice for both patients and specialists. The procedure involves the precise extraction of individual hair follicles from the donor area and their direct implantation into the recipient area, without the need for incisions or stitches. This significantly reduces trauma to the scalp and enhances surgical accuracy.

However, despite its many advantages, FUE is a technically demanding procedure. It requires a high level of skill, precision, and experience from the medical team. Only with years of hands-on practice and the ability to adapt to the unique needs of each patient can consistently natural and successful results be achieved.

Permanent and such a natural result that even your barber will not notice it

Painless and safe procedure with only local anesthesia

Without scars and marks on the donor area

Minimum recovery time and immediate return to your daily routine

Option of implantation in the scalp, beard or eyebrows

Unshave FUE Transplant for 100% discretion

Very experienced medical team: 20.000+ successful transplants

7.000+ hairs in a single FUE transplant session

All sessions are performed under the supervision of Dr. Anastasios Vekris, member of ISHRS

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FUE Hair Transplant

The advantages of FUE hair transplantation over the older FUT or Strip technique are numerous and significant, contributing to the establishment of the former and the gradual displacement of the latter. Here’s why and how it outperforms the older methods.

Key Advantages of FUE Hair Transplantation

  • Minimally invasive: The procedure is performed under local anesthesia, with no need for major surgical intervention. This results in minimal trauma to the scalp and a significantly faster healing process.
  • Quick recovery: FUE involves very little downtime, allowing patients to return to their normal activities shortly after the procedure.
  • Little to no bleeding: Thanks to the precision of the technique and the absence of incisions, bleeding during and after the procedure is minimal.
  • No permanent linear scarring: Unlike traditional strip methods, FUE does not leave behind any linear scars, making it ideal for patients who prefer short hairstyles.
  • Minimal or no postoperative pain: Most patients report little to no discomfort after the procedure, as the technique is gentle on the scalp.
  • No sutures required: The absence of stitches greatly reduces the risk of infection and makes aftercare easier and more comfortable.
  • Efficient donor area use: FUE allows for even and strategic extraction of grafts, preserving the natural appearance of the donor area and maximizing available resources.

Additional Benefits of the FUE Technique

  • Precise follicle count and future planning: FUE allows for the accurate calculation of extracted grafts, enabling strategic planning for current and future procedures while preserving the donor area for potential reuse.
  • Minimal complications: The minimally invasive nature of FUE leads to low rates of complications, such as post-operative facial swelling or prolonged healing.
  • Body hair extraction without scarring: FUE enables the harvesting of hair from other body areas like the chest, back, or beard, offering more donor options without leaving linear scars.
  • Ideal for both small and large areas: Whether it’s eyebrow restoration or full scalp coverage, FUE is suitable for all scales of transplantation. In contrast, the FUT/Strip method requires surgical excision and sutures—even for small transplants—resulting in unnecessary trauma and visible scarring.
These advantages make FUE not only the most versatile technique available but also the most patient-friendly in terms of comfort, aesthetics, and long-term flexibility.
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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Main Indicators for a Hair Transplant

A hair transplant is typically recommended in the following cases:

  • Male and female androgenetic alopecia (pattern hair loss)
  • Stable cicatricial alopecia (e.g., Lichen Planopilaris or small areas of scarring alopecia)
  • Eyebrow hair restoration
  • Facial hair restoration (beard, mustache)
  • Scar correction, including scars from prior FUT-Strip procedures
Key Factors to Consider Before FUE Hair Transplantation

The success of an FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) hair transplant depends significantly on the expertise of the plastic surgeon—especially in designing the hairline and distributing follicles appropriately. Prior to undergoing a procedure, the following factors must be carefully assessed:

  • Patient’s age
  • Facial anatomy and symmetry
  • Extent and classification of hair loss
  • Donor area availability (quality and quantity of extractable follicles)
  • Patient’s expectations
  • Possibility of requiring future transplant sessions
Goals of a Successful FUE Hair Transplant

Each FUE session is customized to the unique needs of the patient, aiming to achieve:

  • Minimal trauma to both donor and recipient areas (no linear scars, even coverage)
  • A natural-looking appearance, harmonized with the patient’s face and existing hair
  • Maximum density, based on available grafts and session length

At Advanced Hair Clinics, when these criteria are met, the success rate of FUE procedures reaches 95–98%, even in challenging cases.

Stages of a Typical FUE Hair Transplant Session
  1. Pre-Operative Planning
    • Identification and marking of the donor area
    • Administration of local anesthesia
  2. Extraction of Hair Follicles
    • Performed individually using an automated FUE device
    • Grafts are collected with precision and minimal trauma
  3. Graft Preservation
    • Stored temporarily (up to 6 hours) in a moist, cool environment (2–4°C) to maintain vitality
  4. Design of Recipient Area
    • Marking the area where follicles will be implanted, tailored to the desired result
  5. Implantation of Grafts
    • Performed with advanced implantation techniques ensuring natural density and orientation
Implantation Techniques
  1. Conventional Two-Step Method
    • Reception holes are created with a needle or scalpel
    • Follicles are inserted using forceps or an implanter
    • Often associated with increased bleeding, swelling, and sometimes unnatural results due to limited control over angle and depth
  2. One Step Implantation (Used at Advanced Hair Clinics)
    • No reception holes are created
    • Implantation is performed using a specialized implanter device that controls angle, depth, and direction
    • Ensures minimal trauma, no visible scars, and natural hair growth patterns

At Advanced Hair Clinics, Dr. Anastasios Vekris, MD, and his expert team employ this advanced One Step Implantation technique for consistently excellent and natural-looking results.

Are There Complications with FUE Hair Transplantation?

Compared to the FUT-Strip method, which is more invasive and prone to complications, FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) offers a minimally invasive approach with very low risk of side effects. While complications are rare, the following may occasionally occur:

  • Folliculitis (localized inflammation in the recipient area): < 0.3%
  • Mild forehead edema (swelling): resolves within 1–2 days in < 1% of cases
  • Limited growth response: growth rate still exceeds 90%
  • Shock loss: temporary shedding of native or transplanted hair post-procedure (regrows in most cases)
Other Applications of the FUE Technique

FUE is a versatile technique that extends beyond scalp hair restoration. It is also highly effective in:

  1. Eyebrow Transplantation

    Many women experience permanent eyebrow thinning due to over-waxing or laser hair removal. FUE allows for natural-looking eyebrow restoration without the need for cosmetic camouflage like microblading or tattoos.

  2. Facial Hair Restoration

    Ideal for beard and mustache transplants, whether due to previous trauma, scars, or a desire for denser facial hair. FUE ensures a natural appearance when performed by a skilled medical team.

  3. FUT Scar Revision

    Previous FUT-Strip procedures often leave noticeable linear scars. FUE is commonly used to camouflage or repair these scars. At Advanced Hair Clinics, many corrective FUE procedures are performed specifically to address complications from older FUT techniques.

Unshaven FUE Hair Transplantation

What Is It?

Traditional FUE usually requires trimming the donor area to 2–3 mm. However, this is not suitable for individuals who cannot—or do not wish to—cut their hair short due to personal, social, or professional reasons.

How It Works

In an unshaven FUE session, hair follicles are extracted individually from within longer hair, allowing the procedure to be virtually invisible:

  • Hair length remains unchanged
  • No visible signs of the procedure post-session
  • Suitable for VIPs, celebrities, public figures, and women, for whom shaving the donor area may not be acceptable

Why Choose Advanced Hair Clinics?

Dr. Anastasios Vekris, MD, and his expert medical team are pioneers in Unshaven FUE hair transplantation in Greece, known for successfully handling even the most demanding cases. This discreet option enables a quick return to everyday life, without revealing any signs of a recent procedure.

What Results Can You Expect After an FUE Hair Transplant?

The Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) method offers permanent, natural-looking results when performed by a trained and experienced medical specialist. The success and aesthetic quality of the outcome depend significantly on the skill and expertise of the doctor performing the procedure.

Key Expectations:

  • Hair Growth Success Rate: Over 95% of transplanted follicles typically survive and grow.
  • Natural Aesthetics: No visible linear scars thanks to the minimally invasive technique.
  • Progressive Growth: New hair growth is gradual, typically:
    • Initial shedding may occur 2–6 weeks post-op (telogen phase).
    • Noticeable regrowth begins after 3–4 months.
    • Full results are usually visible by 10–12 months.
    • In some cases, hair continues to grow and thicken for up to 18–24 months.

Faster Growth in Certain Areas:

In regions with richer blood supply—such as the face and eyebrows—regrowth may reach 80% within 4–6 months.

Multiple Sessions:

For patients with advanced alopecia or those seeking maximum density, two-day sessions may be recommended. Thanks to its non-invasive nature, FUE allows the reuse of the donor area for future procedures—something often not possible with FUT-Strip methods.

How Much Does an FUE Hair Transplant Cost?

The cost of an FUE session varies based on multiple factors, including:

  • Number of grafts required
  • Session duration
  • Donor/recipient site condition (e.g. presence of scarring from previous procedures)
  • Choice of technique (e.g. standard vs. unshaven FUE)
  • Complexity of the case (e.g. eyebrow restoration or FUT scar revision)
Why Choose Advanced Hair Clinics for FUE Hair Transplantation?
  1. Award-Winning Clinic
    • Recognized as Best International Hair Clinic (2016, 2017, 2019, 2020) by the International Medical Travel Journal (IMTJ)
    • Globally acknowledged for excellence in medical tourism and patient satisfaction
  2. Led by Dr. Anastasios Vekris, MD
    • Over 6,000 FUE procedures performed globally (Greece, UK, USA, France, Israel, etc.)
    • Member of ISHRS (International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery)
    • Internationally invited speaker and trainer in the FUE technique
  3. Trusted by International Patients
    • Patients from across the world travel to Athens for Advanced Hair Clinics’ expertise
  4. Pioneers in Advanced FUE
    • Minimally invasive with ultra-fine instruments to ensure minimal trauma
    • Use of One-Step Implantation Technique:
    • Eliminates the need for pre-created recipient holes
    • No stitches, scars, or visible marks
    • Faster healing and more natural outcomes
  5. Corrective Procedures
    • Expert in fixing failed transplants from non-specialized clinics
    • Routine treatment of FUT scars
    • Advanced solutions for beard, eyebrow, body hair restoration and complex cases
  6. High-Capacity Sessions
    • Capable of transplanting over 3,000 grafts (7,000+ hairs) in a single 8-hour session

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