Restore your hair without altering your style. At Foundation Aesthetic Hair Restoration, led by the renowned J. Epstein, MD, FACS, we offer a groundbreaking approach to hair transplants—No-Shave Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE). Unlike traditional methods that require shaving the donor area, our No-Shave FUE allows for a virtually undetectable restoration, preserving your current hairstyle and enabling you to return to daily life with ease.
No-Shave FUE
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Restore your hair without shaving the donor area
No-Shave Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a hair restoration technique offered at Foundation Aesthetic Hair Restoration. Unlike traditional FUE, which requires shaving the donor area, No-Shave FUE selectively trims only the necessary donor hairs, preserving your existing hairstyle. The technique involves extracting individual hair follicles using advanced tools, which ensures virtually no scarring and a swift recovery. This is particularly advantageous for individuals with longer hair who prefer not to alter their appearance during the restoration process.
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No-shave FUE helps with:
- Thinning hair on the scalp
- Receding hairline
- Bald spots and patches
- Hair loss due to trauma or injury
- Genetic hair loss (androgenetic alopecia)
- Hair loss following medical treatments
- Previous hair transplant scarring
- Eyebrow thinning or loss
- Beard and facial hair thinning
Benefits of no-shave FUE:
- Preserves existing hairstyle for a seamless appearance
- Virtually no scarring due to precise extraction techniques
- Quick recovery with minimal downtime
- Undetectable donor area immediately after the procedure
- Suitable for individuals with longer hair
- Reduces the need for post-procedure styling adjustments
- Provides natural-looking, seamless results
- Allows immediate return to social and professional activities
- Effective for multiple types of hair restoration, including scalp, eyebrow, and beard
How does no-shave FUE surgery work?
Preparation
Your procedure begins with a collaboration with your surgeon to design your restoration plan for the intended area(s). The surgeon reviews the anticipated graft count to ensure it aligns with your goals, and the donor area is selected for the best match. Depending on the chosen FUE technique (Full-Shave, Partial-Shave, or No-Shave FUE), the donor area is trimmed. Oral sedation is provided for comfort, with the option of twilight sedation for a more relaxed experience. Once in the sterile operating room, local anesthesia is administered to numb the donor area, with Pro-Nox® (nitrous oxide) available for added ease.
Graft Harvesting & Preparation
Using the WAW device system, grafts are extracted one at a time in a deliberate, randomized pattern to prevent overharvesting and minimize scarring. The finest hairs from the lower back of the head are often set aside for the frontal hairline, ensuring a natural, feathered look. Throughout the process, grafts are preserved in a specialized ATP-supplemented cooled transplant solution, carefully trimmed under a microscope, and grouped by natural hair growth patterns to optimize results.
Recipient Site Creation
This is where aesthetic skills and training of our Foundation method surgeons is critical. Using custom-cut blades, recipient sites are meticulously created in stages to ensure precise hair growth direction, angulation, and natural distribution. Unlike most surgeons who make all sites at once, Foundation surgeons take a more deliberate approach—placing grafts in cycles to optimize density, feather the hairline, and seamlessly blend with existing hair for the most natural result.
Graft Implantation
Each graft is implanted one at a time using state-of-the-art implanters for precise placement and protection. Under the surgeon’s supervision, our experienced hair assistants follow a strategic process, ensuring each graft—whether 1, 2, or 3 hairs—is placed in its designated site for optimal density and natural results. To maximize graft viability, additional grafts from the sides or beard are harvested mid-procedure, reducing time outside the body, while PRP (platelet-rich plasma) injections accelerate healing and support existing hair.
A Fuller Recovery
A typical procedure takes six to 10 hours, with most patients experiencing little to no discomfort and resuming light activity immediately. Swelling may occur but resolves within a few days. Patients return the next morning for a hair wash and check-up, though those traveling may begin washing on their own on day two. By day five, normal hair washing and most activities, except swimming, can be resumed.
Tiny crusts around each graft fall off by days eight to ten and should be fully removed by day twelve. The donor area heals quickly—within three days for the scalp and 24 hours for beard extractions. Transplanted hairs shed within two to three weeks, then begin regrowing at three to four months. Once fully grown, they can be cut, styled, and treated like natural hair.
Some patients opt for a second procedure after eight to 10 months to enhance density or extend coverage. With the Foundation method, beard donor hairs blend well into the midscalp and crown, maintaining thickness while softening in texture over time.
No-shave FUE FAQs
How does no-shave FUE differ from traditional FUE?
No-Shave FUE differs from traditional FUE in that it does not require shaving the entire donor area. Instead, only the individual hair follicles to be transplanted are trimmed. This makes the procedure virtually undetectable immediately after surgery.
Who is a good candidate for no-shave FUE?
Good candidates for No-Shave FUE are individuals with longer hair who wish to avoid noticeable changes to their appearance. It’s particularly suitable for men and women who need to return to their daily activities quickly without visible signs of having undergone a hair transplant.
How long does the no-shave FUE procedure take?
The No-Shave FUE procedure typically takes longer than traditional FUE due to the meticulous nature of extracting and implanting individual follicles without shaving the donor area. The exact duration depends on the number of grafts needed but can range from several hours to a full day.
Can I style my hair after no-shave FUE?
Yes, you can style your hair after the recovery period. Once the transplanted hair has grown in, you can treat it like your natural hair, including cutting, dyeing, and using styling products.
Is no-shave FUE more expensive than traditional FUE?
Yes, No-Shave FUE is generally more expensive than traditional FUE due to the additional time and precision required for the procedure. The higher cost reflects the careful extraction and implantation process, which preserves the patient’s appearance.
Will the transplanted hair look natural?
Yes, the transplanted hair from No-Shave FUE will look natural. The precise placement of individual follicles ensures a seamless integration with your existing hair. Full results are typically visible within 10 to 12 months.
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Foundation Aesthetic Hair Restoration is your premier destination for advanced, discreet hair restoration led by the renowned J. Epstein, MD, FACS. We combine cutting-edge techniques like No-Shave FUE with personalized care to deliver natural, lasting results with minimal downtime. Our holistic approach ensures a seamless, comfortable experience from consultation to recovery. Schedule your consultation today to begin your journey to restored, natural hair.
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