NeoGraft Frequently Asked Questions

What is NeoGraft™?
NeoGraft™ is a new device which facilitates the harvesting of follicles during an Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) hair transplant.

What is an "FUE" hair transplant?
"F.U.E." or "Follicular-Unit Extraction" is a minimally-invasive hair transplant method which allows for the harvesting of individual follicles from the donor area without a scalpel incision or the necessary stitches, and therefore leaves no linear scar like is often seen in the "strip method".

What are the main benefits of FUE over the "strip" surgery?
It is felt by Dr. Powell and AndroSmart that FUE transplants heal faster and more comfortably than linear incision harvest techniques using a scalpel and requiring stitches. With FUE, once healing is complete, the patient has the option of wearing a very short haircut without the worry of a tell-tale linear scar. Dr. Powell says, "Without the need for stitches, downtime can be shorter and can have fewer activity restrictions immediately after the procedure – but results may vary."

What are some benefits of NeoGraft™ over manual FUE techniques?
The ergonomic mechanical NeoGraft™ device works as a natural extension of the surgeon’s hand, allowing for harvesting of hair follicles. NeoGraft™ patients now reach their goal with less time in the procedure room as compared to most manual FUE procedures.

Who is a good candidate for FUE using NeoGraft™?
Patients who would like the option of wearing a very short haircut in the back or sides of their scalp, or those who want the least amount of activity restriction (e.g. athletes) after their hair transplant procedure, may be good candidates for FUE. There have been no studies to prove this but Dr. Powell feels his patients are a good example of this. The NeoGraft FUE System can also be used for 'scar camouflage' procedures for patients who have had prior linear harvests, as well as for body hair transplants.

What are the major cost differences between FUE and the "strip" hair transplant procedures?
The fee structure for FUE hair transplant procedures reflect the more detailed and intricate nature of those procedures compared to those performed with a "strip" linear harvest surgery.

Are the final transplanted 'results' any different with FUE/NeoGraft™ than those achieved with the "strip" surgery?
Dr. Powell feels results are similar but are largely due to the skill of surgical team performing the procedure. FUE procedures, by default, yield grafts that contain mainly one, two, three, or four follicles called "follicular units. "Strip" harvests, which are microscopically dissected by a team into grafts of one, two or three follicles, would also yield similar 'follicular-unit' grafts. Provided that in each case the grafts are implanted with care, artistry and precision into the recipient area, the final transplanted results with FUE would be similar to those of a surgeon performing the "strip" harvest.

Is FUE/NeoGraft™ suitable for both men and women?
Yes. It is a viable option for both men and women looking to restore their own living and growing hair with transplantation.

Do I have to get a total 'buzz cut' to have an FUE/NeoGraft procedure?
No, not if your wear your hair long. If your donor hair is long enough, harvesting using the FUE/NeoGraft can be done by shaving small areas which can be covered by your other, existing hair. If you wear your hair short, it helps to shave it close for maximum yield.

Am I a good candidate for a procedure using FUE/NeoGraft?
The best way to determine whether you are a candidate for hair transplant using FUE/NeoGraft is a one-on-one consultation with us at AndroSmart or another qualified hair transplant surgeon.

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