SmartGraft FUE Hair Transplant Technology

Many people experience hair loss and feel distressed. Nonsurgical treatments may not work well, and you should consider other efficient solutions. A TX hair transplant surgeon, Dr. Joseph Yaker of Plano performs follicular unit extraction (FUE) hair transplants for those wanting fuller and natural-looking hair. FUE is a minimally invasive hair transplant surgery. It uses state-of-the-art technology that accurately and precisely extracts hair follicles. The process includes using a tiny rounded tool to take out individual hair grafts. This treatment is less invasive and doesn’t leave noticeable scars. The FUT procedure produces great results. FUE is preferred due to minimal invasiveness. It doesn’t involve a scalpel or stitches and leaves no noticeable scars. Dr. Yaker offers SmartGraft™ hair transplant system for FUE that blends art and science to create outstanding outcomes.

SMARTGRAFT™ FUE

Dr. Yaker is proud to be the first in Texas to offer his patients innovative technology for automated surgical FUE. Dr. Yaker is excited to be the first in Texas to use the latest automated surgical FUE technology. With the SmartGraft™ system, we can gently remove individual hair. The follicles are gathered and kept safe in a temperature-controlled, sterile solution. The hairs stay moist and strong while waiting for implantation.

The SmartGraft™ FUE procedure is minimally invasive. It doesn’t need a scalpel or stitches and almost doesn’t cause discomfort for the patient. This method allows for a shorter procedure time. It enhances the patient experience and speeds up recovery.

BEST CANDIDATES

SmartGraft™ FUE is for men and women with any hair type or color. It’s a non-invasive hair transplant option. It’s for advanced hair loss or to increase thickness in thinning areas. Patients with short hair and active lifestyles will benefit from it, too. Dr. Yaker offers SmartGraft™ FUE for aesthetic scalp improvements in patients with scarring. This includes those who have had a previous FUT hair transplant.

SURGICAL CONSIDERATIONS

WHAT TO EXPECT

Today, there are many treatments for hair loss, making it hard to find the best one. Dr. Dr. Yaker wants to give patients all the information they need during the consultation. This helps patients feel confident when making their personal choices. SmartGraft™ FUE procedures usually begin in the morning at Dr. Yaker’s accredited facility and finish late afternoon. The procedure time varies depending on the amount of hair being transplanted. Our team uses local anesthesia and an oral sedative during treatment. Patients can wear comfortable clothes and enjoy watching TV or listening to music.

THE DONOR AREA
During the consultation, Dr. Yaker discusses the patient’s aesthetic goals. Then, estimates the number of grafts needed. The hair will be taken from the back of the head, where the hair grows constantly and permanently. In medium-to-large SmartGraft™ FUE cases, we may need to shave the whole back and sides of the scalp. Patients might only need a small strip of hair shaved for smaller cases. The shaved area will be hidden by the hair on top. As a result, the shaved areas where hair is taken from won’t be visible after the procedure. The hair taken outcomes in groups of 1 to 4 hairs. The hair removal is done in a random pattern for natural results. The hair around grafts will grow back to conceal micro-dots. Each follicle will grow permanently after transplantation.

THE TRANSPLANTED AREA
Dr. Yaker artfully creates the areas where the donated hair will be moved. Dr. He ensures the correct angle, depth, orientation, and density to achieve natural results. The patient’s desired look depends on individual characteristics, such as hair loss degree. The number of grafts and procedures varies accordingly.

PRP DURING SURGERY
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a strong mix of growth factors from a small amount of the patient’s blood. Dr. Yaker bathes the hair grafts. He injects growth factors for repair and growth.

AFTER SURGERY

SmartGraft™ FUE is a simple procedure. Unlike others, it doesn’t use a scalpel or stitches, dramatically decreasing pain after the surgery. Patients often return to their daily routine in one or two days. Following Dr. Yaker’s advice accurately is vital for proper recovery and hair growth. Each patient is given a unique post-surgery kit. This includes a hair growth spray, therapeutic shampoo and conditioner, and an amino acid complex for hair repair. On the next day of the procedure, you might notice tiny scabs, as small as a pinhead, around the new hair follicles. These usually disappear within a week or 10 days. Normally, the area from where the hair follicles were taken returns to its usual state at about the same time. Some weeks after the surgery, the new follicles have a pause period lasting three to four months. In this case, they shed to allow new, healthy hairs to emerge. It’s normal, and no cause for alarm. Your hair follicles are safe and flourishing under the skin. Patients at this stage look roughly the same as before surgery. But soon, the new hair starts to grow.

NEW HAIR GROWTH
Hair begins growing 3-4 months after the procedure. By 7 months, about half of the new hair starts to grow. By 9 months, nearly 80% of the transplanted hair will be growing. In about 12-18 months, the areas where you had hair loss will be filled with thicker and fuller hair. This will make patients happy when they see the results.

EXPECTED COST

The price of SmartGraft™ FUE depends on the number of grafts required. Several sessions might be necessary to achieve full coverage or the needed density to reach the patient’s goals. The cost often varies between $8-$9 per graft. The hair transplant cost depends on your hair loss level and the grafts needed. Some patients only require 1,000 grafts to see a noticeable change. However, some may need 3,000 or more grafts to get their desired results.

NEW HAIR GROWTH

Around 3-4 months post-procedure, new hair starts to grow. In about 7 months, roughly half of the new hair grafts begin to grow. By 9 months, nearly 80% of the transplants will be growing. Within 12-18 months, where hair loss previously happened, you can expect to see thicker and fuller hair, leaving patients pleased with their results.

SMARTGRAFT™ FUE FAQS

HOW WELL DOES IT WORK?
The SmartGraft™ advantage helps create natural-looking hair restoration with a delicate touch. It allows Dr. Yaker to use his artistic eye to achieve life-changing, permanent results. You can style your hair however you want after getting the transplants. They will make your hair grow naturally and normally. Hair loss is a continuing problem. Transplant surgery doesn’t stop non-transplanted hair from thinning and balding. Nonsurgical and/or surgical treatments may be needed to keep up with hair loss. Further treatment might be necessary as well.

DOES SMARTGRAFT™ FUE SCAR?
When we remove hair grafts, they leave small, flat marks that are nearly impossible to see. These marks are called “micro-dots”. SmartGraft™ FUE doesn’t cause visible scars. However, if you shave your hair completely, you may see small “micro-dot” scars. Shaving it to 1/8th of an inch (1 guard on an electric razor) will keep the scars unnoticeable.

HAIR TYPE LIMITATIONS?
The SmartGraft™ FUE technology can be performed on any color and type of hair. Dr. Yaker will explain any special instructions during the consultation before the surgery.

PRIMARY BENEFITS?
Small graft extraction using the SmartGraft™ FUE approach offers numerous benefits, including:

Minimally invasive without the use of a scalpel or stitches
Precise and efficient extraction, collection, and storage of hair grafts
Minimal post-operative pain
Quicker recovery
Virtually undetectable flat “micro-dot” scarring

SMARTGRAFT™ FUE OR FUT?
The results will look the same if a patient chooses SmartGraft™ FUE or FUT (the “strip method”). The difference lies in the technique used to extract grafts from the donor area. To learn more about these techniques, visit our FUT/SMARTGRAFT™ FUE comparison page.

GET A FULLER HEAD OF HAIR!

Do you have a problem with your thinning or bald head? Don’t let it make you nervous. Contact us today to book an appointment with Dr. Yaker. Yaker will give you a full consultation and a detailed treatment plan. This will provide you with a solution that lasts long and works.