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Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) is also known as strip. A strip of scalp tissue containing hair grafts is harvested from the donor area, which is the region of hair on the back and sides of the head known as the SAFER zone.

Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a hair transplant technique in which a punch is used to extract one follicular unit at a time from the safer donor area. Each unit may contain between one to four hairs.

Scalp Pigmentation (SMP) is a permanent or semi permanent cosmetic tattoo that mimics the very short hairs of a closely shaved scalp.

Repair sessions can be costly and usually require several sessions, therefor its vital to do your research to gain the best possible chance of a satisfactory outcome. The physician you choose should formulate the best route for the repair work.

Male pattern baldness is the common type of hair loss that develops in most men at some stage. The condition is sometimes called androgenetic alopecia. Hair loss can occur at the front, top and crown of the head.

Female pattern baldness is triggered by Androgens (male hormones). It may occur at anytime from puberty but is most commonly seen after the menopause. It’s the most common type of hair loss seen in women.