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A hair transplant is a medical procedure used to treat hair loss by moving hair follicles from one part of the body (usually the back or sides of the scalp, called the “donor area”) to areas where hair is thinning or bald (the “recipient area”). How it works Hair follicles that are resistant to balding are carefully removed and then implanted into the thinning areas. Once transplanted, these follicles continue to grow hair naturally over time. Main techniques FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation) A strip of scalp is removed from the donor area, and individual hair follicles are separated and transplanted. FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) Individual hair follicles are extracted directly from the scalp and implanted into the target area. This method leaves minimal scarring and is more commonly used today. Procedure overview Performed under local anesthesia Can take several hours depending on the number of grafts Patients usually go home the same day Recovery and results Mild swelling or discomfort may occur for a few days Transplanted hair typically sheds within a few weeks (normal) New hair growth begins after 3–4 months Full results are usually visible within 8–12 months Benefits Permanent and natural-looking results Improves appearance and confidence Risks Infection or bleeding (rare) Temporary thinning (shock loss) Uneven growth if not done properly