What is follicular unit extraction (FUE)?
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a hair transplant method where individual follicular units are extracted directly from the donor area and implanted into thinning or bald areas of the scalp.
Unlike older strip methods, FUE leaves minimal scarring and offers a more natural-looking result. It's become one of the most popular surgical solutions for advanced hair loss in both men and women.
Red light therapy is often recommended after FUE procedures to promote healing, reduce inflammation, and stimulate newly transplanted follicles to support better graft survival and growth outcomes.
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Lichen Planopilaris
Clinical Applications
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is a rare inflammatory condition that results in scarring alopecia.
Trichology
Clinical Applications
Trichology is the branch of dermatology that focuses on the scientific study of hair and scalp health.
Caffeine Topicals
Clinical Applications
Caffeine topicals are hair care products infused with caffeine, believed to stimulate hair follicles and counteract the effects of DHT, a hormone linked to hair loss.
Hair Density
Clinical Applications
Hair density refers to the number of individual hair strands per square centimeter of scalp.
