Consultation
During this consultation, patients discuss their goals, medical history, and concerns. The surgeon evaluates the beard area, assesses the donor area’s suitability, and determines the number of grafts needed for the transplant.
Donor area preparation
On the day of the procedure, the donor area, usually located at the back of the head or lower part of the chin, will be prepared for graft extraction. The area is cleaned and trimmed to ensure optimal access for the extraction process.
Anesthesia
Local anesthesia is administered to numb the donor and recipient areas to ensure the procedure is virtually painless, although you may feel minor discomfort or pressure during the process.
Graft extraction
The most commonly used method for beard implants is follicular unit extraction (FUE). In FUE, individual hair follicles are carefully extracted from the donor area using a specialized micro-punch tool. The extracted grafts typically contain one to three hairs each.
Graft placement
Once the grafts have been extracted, the surgeon will make tiny incisions in the recipient area where beard growth is sparse or absent. The extracted grafts are then meticulously placed into these incisions, ensuring proper angulation and direction for a natural-looking result. During this process, the surgeon pays close attention to the overall beard design and your desired style.