Follicular Unit Transplantation

Understanding the FUT hair transplant method

FUT removes a strip of scalp tissue from the donor area, usually the back of the head, under local anaesthesia. The tissue is divided into follicular units under magnification, then implanted into recipient sites to match natural growth direction. The donor area is closed with sutures, leaving a linear scar typically hidden by surrounding hair.

• Strip removal from donor scalp with healthy follicles
• Microscopic separation into individual follicular units
• Recipient site preparation considering hair direction and density
• Suture closure designed for scar concealment

FUT vs FUE hair transplantation

In FUE, follicles are extracted individually using small punches, avoiding strip excision and linear scars. FUT can produce more grafts in one sitting, potentially reducing total sessions. FUE may suit those needing body hair grafts or preferring minimal visible scarring. Alloroots offers both methods along with hairline design & restoration and correction of previous transplants.

Technique selection depends on donor hair quality, scalp flexibility, desired coverage, and lifestyle. Dr. Alok Kumar Sahoo reviews these in consultation, outlines likely outcomes, and follows strict privacy protocols. Patient images are shown only with consent.

Recovery and aftercare following FUT

After FUT, care involves managing the suture line, avoiding heavy activity, and following medical instructions. Swelling or mild discomfort may occur in the first week. Sutures are usually removed in 7-14 days. New growth often starts at 3-4 months, with fuller coverage by 9-12 months. Treatments such as PRP, GFC, or autologous cellular micrograft therapy may support graft health.

Follow-up visits help track healing. Consultations can be booked online or in-clinic in major Indian cities. Bringing previous medical reports and a current medication list aids planning.

About Alloroots

Alloroots is a doctor-led hair restoration clinic in India providing surgical hair transplantation and regenerative trichology. Led by Dr. Alok Kumar Sahoo (MD Dermatology, AIIMS New Delhi), services include hair loss diagnosis, FUT and FUE transplants, non-surgical treatments, natural hairline design, corrective work for failed transplants, and scalp therapies. Consultations are offered nationwide in person or online, with focus on privacy, safety, and evidence-based results. Learn more at Alloroots.