Quatela Center for Hair Restoration
973 East Avenue
Rochester, NY 14607
Phone: (585) 244-0323
Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Also called the strip method, FUT hair transplant surgery involves removing a thin piece of the scalp from the back of the head that is then separated into micro follicular unit grafts to be transplanted.
FUT is one hair transplant option that can restore a fuller, natural-looking head of hair, leaving behind a fine, unnoticeable scar hidden in the non-balding area at the back of the scalp. However, at the Quatela Center, hair restoration is not limited to surgery. Dr. Quatela, Dr. Lee, or Dr. Montague will guide you through safe, medically proven surgical and nonsurgical options.
Our hair transplant specialists are all double board-certified facial plastic surgeons with more than 45 years of collective experience. They take a comprehensive approach to addressing hair loss that accommodates different preferences, lifestyles, and concerns. They understand the importance of truly listening to your goals, why you are interested in surgery, and what you’ve tried before pursuing surgery. Our world-renowned experts bring together the scientific and technical advancements of hair restoration and the aesthetic principles that make hair transplantation succeed at its highest level.
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
FUT is a traditional hair restoration technique that transplants natural groupings of hair follicles, called follicular units, from the back of the head (where they aren’t as susceptible to balding) to areas of hair loss. The goal is to restore a thicker head of healthy hair in a way that appears natural. Our surgeons’ skillful placement of follicular units in balding areas accounts for hair density, size, texture, and the natural angle of hair growth.
Benefits of the strip method (FUT) include:
When using the strip method, follicle harvesting is quicker, and the procedure is typically less expensive than follicular unit extraction (FUE).
These hair restoration procedures have their own advantages and produce excellent results, so the right choice largely depends on your preference. FUT leaves a thin linear scar on the back of the head, requiring more recovery time than FUE. FUT can be better for filling in larger areas because it produces many high-quality grafts. Our surgeons specialize in hair restoration—both surgical and nonsurgical—and will thoroughly review the available options.
Candidates for the FUT technique meet the following criteria:
FUT is one of the many hair loss solutions available at the Quatela Center that you will learn about when you meet with one of our hair restoration surgeons for a private one-on-one consultation.
We begin the procedure by assessing your hair density and locating the optimal donor site on the back of your head. Your dedicated hair restoration nurse then shaves the donor site, taking care to leave hair above and below it long enough to disguise the incision as it heals. Next, the scalp is numbed with a local anesthetic.
Your surgeon removes a thin strip of the scalp and closes the fine incision with absorbable, translucent sutures. Our dedicated team of technicians uses advanced magnification technology to separate the donor strip into follicular units of 1 to 4 hairs. When the grafts are ready, we will help you get comfortable lying on your side or in a seated or face-down position and then numb the recipient sites on your scalp with a local anesthetic. Our hair transplant specialists will carefully place the grafts, one by one, into tiny incisions on the scalp. They focus on increasing density in the most noticeable areas during graft placement while accounting for the number of available grafts.
While you can expect to spend an entire day with us for your procedure, we take special care to keep you comfortable by providing:
Our meticulous, minimally invasive approach means recovery is quick with few restrictions on your activities. Our FUT patients recover along the following general timeline (experiences vary):
| Day of surgery: | Return home and rest. |
| Day after surgery: | Ready to return to non-strenuous work and activities (avoid sweating or straining). |
| Day 3: | It is safe to shampoo your hair gently. |
| 1 week: | Ready to resume routine hair washing and sleeping position. |
| 1 to 2 weeks: | Sutures dissolve and fall out on their own. |
| 2 to 4 weeks: | Resume strenuous exercise. |
| 3 to 4 months: | New hair grows in the transplanted follicles, sheds, and regrows. |
| 6 months: | Transplanted hair fills in. |
| 12 months: | Final results are established. |
For proper healing and optimal results, closely follow our pre- and post-operative instructions.
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FUT hair transplant procedure prices vary with the specifics of your procedure, including the number of grafts placed. We will give you a personalized, comprehensive quote that includes the procedure and 6 months of follow-up care during your consultation. We will also discuss financing plans if you are interested. While hair restoration surgery is an investment, the results are permanent and may be less expensive than continued hair loss treatments over time.
With decades of experience serving national and international clients, we have streamlined the travel process for our out-of-town patients. Our proximity to an international airport, discreet onsite and offsite accommodations, and concierge offerings ensure your experience with us will be stress-free and rewarding.
Explore Our Travel ProgramYour scalp will be numb during the FUT procedure to ensure your comfort. After surgery, there may be soreness and swelling along the incision. You will receive a prescription for pain medication to keep you comfortable.
Wait 3 to 4 weeks before using hair gel and other styling products and getting a haircut (make sure the scabs have fallen off). Hold off on coloring your hair until at least 4 weeks after surgery.
We usually have hair restoration patients stay overnight in Rochester, New York. After that, it’s safe to fly or travel long distances. You may choose to stay in the Carriage House, our private, onsite recovery suite adjacent to the Lindsay House. We also have secured special rates with premier hotels close to our facility. Learn more about our support for patients who travel.
During a FUT procedure, our hair surgeons’ experience as facial plastic surgeons comes into play. They suture the linear incision in the donor area together so meticulously the resulting scar becomes a fine line that is difficult to notice. Our patients frequently tell us that the donor site remains undetectable even when they swim, shower, and have their hair blown by the wind. This area heals so well that even our patients’ hairdressers are genuinely surprised to hear that they have had a hair transplant.
If you want to restore your own thicker, fuller, natural-looking hair, request your consultation online, or call the Quatela Center for Hair Restoration in Rochester, NY, to schedule.
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