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FUE uses a circular punch (≤0.9mm) to extract individual follicles one at a time, leaving small dot-like scars scattered between remaining hair that aren't directly visible. The strip method removes a 1-1.5cm wide strip from the back of your head, leaving a linear scar that's covered when you wear your hair long. Dr. Arora is equally skilled in both techniques and selects the right approach for each patient based on your specific case - a competent transplant surgeon must be well versed in both methods.

Every patient receives a comprehensive trichoscopic examination under a video microscope to assess individual follicle health. We take photographic documentation in a controlled setting — same room, lighting, camera, and distance — which becomes your baseline for tracking progress. This detailed evaluation looks at hair density, caliber, growth patterns, and follicle miniaturization to determine the exact nature and extent of your hair loss. The 40-minute private consultation includes reviewing your medical history, discussing treatment options, and creating a personalized plan based on your specific condition.

Hair loss has 72 scientific causes, but causes are weak, not quantifiable, and keep changing. We don't focus on identifying specific causes because treating one cause often means hair falls for another reason. Our trichoscopic evaluation assesses follicle strength and health patterns — this tells us what your hair needs to grow stronger, regardless of the underlying triggers. The evaluation determines whether your follicles can respond to medical therapy, need transplant support, or require a combination approach.

A typical FUE session involves 3,000-3,500 grafts. Your total scalp can provide 3,000-7,500 grafts across 2-3 sittings. More grafts should be spread over successive days or months apart because placing too many too close together interferes with capillary perfusion and blood supply, leading to poor healing and graft loss. Promising a large number of grafts in a single sitting is unrealistic and risks compromising your result. We prioritize quality and survival over quantity.

No. For every follicle we extract, we leave 3-4 healthy follicles behind. The hair once removed with roots is permanently shifted, but the donor area appears the same because most of your hair remains. The small dot-like scars are scattered between remaining hair and aren't directly visible. However, it's critical not to over-harvest - this is why we carefully assess your total donor capacity and may recommend spreading larger procedures across multiple sessions.

Yes, absolutely. The trichoscopic examination immediately shows us follicle health and density patterns. Areas with some remaining follicles — even if hair appears thin or weak — can respond well to our Multiple Therapy Approach with 30-156% improvement possible. Completely bald, shiny areas with no remaining follicles would need transplant. We'll show you exactly what we see under the microscope and explain which treatments can help your specific pattern of hair loss.