FUT Hair Transplant
Complete Guide
Follicular Unit Transplantation (Strip Method) — everything you need to know about cost, procedure, recovery, and finding the right clinic.
What is FUT Hair Transplant?
Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT), also known as the strip method, involves removing a thin strip of scalp tissue from the donor area, dissecting it into individual follicular units under microscopes, and transplanting them to the recipient area.
How FUT Hair Transplant Works
A strip of scalp tissue (typically 15–25cm long, 1–1.5cm wide) is removed from the donor area.
The donor wound is closed with sutures or staples, leaving a linear scar hidden by surrounding hair.
A team of technicians dissects the strip under stereo-microscopes into individual follicular units.
Recipient sites are created in the thinning/balding area at precise angles.
Dissected grafts are placed into the recipient sites.
The procedure typically takes 4–6 hours and yields 2,000–6,000+ grafts.
Advantages
- ✓Maximum grafts per session (up to 6,000+)
- ✓Lower cost per graft
- ✓Shorter procedure time
- ✓No donor area shaving needed
- ✓Higher graft transection rate (less damage)
Limitations
- ✗Linear scar in donor area
- ✗Longer recovery time
- ✗More post-operative discomfort
- ✗Cannot wear very short hair styles
- ✗Slightly higher risk of numbness
Who Is FUT Hair Transplant Best For?
Patients needing maximum grafts, those who keep hair long enough to cover the donor scar, budget-conscious patients, and advanced Norwood 5–7 cases.
FUT Hair Transplant Cost Breakdown
USA
$3,500–$15,000
Turkey
$1,800–$4,500
Mexico
$2,500–$6,000
India
$800–$3,500
Pricing depends on graft count, surgeon experience, and location. Many clinics offer financing from $99/month. See full pricing guide →
Alternatives to FUT Hair Transplant
FUE
Learn more →FUE leaves no linear scar and has faster recovery. Better for patients who wear hair short.
DHI
Learn more →DHI offers maximum precision for hairline work with no linear scar, but at higher cost.
Top Cities for FUT Hair Transplant
Clinics Offering FUT Hair Transplant (57)
Wolfeld Hair
New York, NY
Linkov Hair Surgery
New York, NY
Beverly Hills Hair Restoration
Beverly Hills, CA
Dermatology & Hair Restoration Specialists
Los Angeles, CA
Miami Hair Institute
Coral Gables, FL
Armani Medical
Dallas, TX
Advanced Hair Restoration
Dallas, TX
Bosley - Hair Restoration & Transplant - Dallas
Dallas, TX
Lam Institute for Hair Restoration
Plano, TX
Chicago Hair Transplant Clinic
Chicago, IL
Arocha Hair Restoration
Houston, TX
McGrath Medical
Houston, TX
Frequently Asked Questions
Does FUT leave a scar?
Yes, FUT leaves a linear scar in the donor area. With proper closure technique (trichophytic closure), the scar is typically 1–2mm wide and hidden by surrounding hair grown to 1+ inches.
Is FUT outdated?
No. FUT remains a valid technique, especially for patients needing maximum grafts. Many surgeons combine FUT + FUE to maximize graft yield. It is less popular due to the scar but remains medically appropriate.
How many grafts can FUT yield?
A single FUT session can yield 2,000–6,000+ follicular units, more than FUE in most cases. This makes FUT ideal for patients with extensive hair loss.
FUT vs FUE: which should I choose?
Choose FUT if you need maximum grafts, want lower cost, and will keep hair long enough to cover the scar. Choose FUE if you want no visible scar and faster recovery.
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