Hair & Beard Transplant

At Gentle Clinic, our hair and beard transplantation procedures utilize advanced techniques to provide natural, permanent solutions for hair loss and beard enhancement. Your transplant journey begins with a thorough consultation where our specialist evaluates your hair loss pattern, donor area density, hair characteristics, and facial features to develop a customized treatment plan aligned with your aesthetic goals. During this comprehensive consultation, we'll determine which transplantation technique is most appropriate for your specific case—either Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) or Direct Hair Implantation (DHI). Both methods harvest and transplant individual follicular units, but they differ in their implementation and have specific advantages depending on your needs. We'll also analyze your hairline design, considering factors such as your age, facial proportions, and natural hair growth patterns to create a result that looks completely natural and age-appropriate. For beard transplants, we carefully assess your facial structure and desired beard pattern to ensure harmonious results. Before your procedure, we'll provide detailed pre-operative instructions, including guidelines on medications to avoid, smoking cessation, and alcohol abstinence for at least one week prior to surgery. On the day of the procedure, we recommend arriving with clean hair, having washed it the night before with a gentle shampoo. The transplantation procedure is performed under local anesthesia and typically takes 6-8 hours for a standard session, depending on the number of grafts being transplanted. For larger cases, the procedure may be divided over two consecutive days for optimal results and comfort. In the FUE technique, the procedure begins with trimming the donor area (typically the back and sides of the head) to a short length. The recipient area may also be trimmed depending on existing hair length. After administering local anesthesia to ensure your comfort, our surgeon extracts individual follicular units from the donor area using a specialized micro-punch device (0.7-0.9mm in diameter). These tiny extractions heal as virtually undetectable dots, leaving no linear scar. Each extracted graft contains 1-4 hair follicles and is carefully preserved in a specialized solution to maintain viability. Once a sufficient number of grafts have been harvested, tiny recipient sites are created in the balding or thinning areas using fine micro-blades or needles. These recipient sites are angled and distributed to match your natural hair growth pattern, creating an artistic framework for the transplanted hair. The extracted follicular units are then meticulously placed into these recipient sites. In the DHI technique, the extraction phase is similar to FUE, but the implantation process differs significantly. Instead of creating recipient sites in a separate step, the surgeon uses a specialized implanter tool (Choi pen) that simultaneously creates the recipient site and places the graft in one motion. This technique allows for more precise control of angle, depth, and direction, and may be particularly beneficial for certain cases. For beard transplants, the process follows the same principles, with donor hair typically harvested from the back of the head and then implanted to create or enhance the beard according to the pre-designed pattern. Special attention is given to matching the angle and direction of natural beard growth. Following the procedure, both donor and recipient areas are cleaned, and you'll receive detailed aftercare instructions. The donor area typically heals within 7-10 days, while the recipient area forms small crusts around each transplanted follicle that shed naturally within 7-14 days. The initial recovery period involves some swelling, particularly around the forehead and eyes for scalp procedures, which typically peaks around day 3 and resolves within a week. Most patients can return to light activities within 2-3 days and resume normal activities within 7-10 days, though strenuous exercise should be avoided for at least 2 weeks. Hair growth follows a predictable timeline: within 2-3 weeks after the procedure, the transplanted hair shafts typically shed—this is a normal part of the process as the follicles enter a dormant phase. New hair growth begins around 3-4 months post-procedure, with continued improvement in thickness and density over the following 8-12 months. Full results are typically visible 12-18 months after the procedure. Throughout your recovery and growth phases, our team provides comprehensive follow-up care with scheduled appointments to monitor your progress and provide guidance on hair care. We offer specialized hair products formulated to support optimal growth and maintain the health of both transplanted and existing hair. At Gentle Clinic, we combine artistic design principles with advanced surgical techniques to create natural-looking, long-lasting hair restoration results that boost your confidence and enhance your appearance.