Facial Hair Transplants Boca Raton
A beard transplant is a cosmetic procedure performed to correct beard irregularities. A full beard or shadow is a desire of many men for a variety of reasons, and a patchy, thin or uneven beard can be a frustration and concern as well. Dr. Glenn Charles performs beard transplants for patients seeking to make their beards look full and even.
The procedure can be done using either: Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) or Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE). In both options, hair is removed form an area of healthy hair growth, usually the back of the head, and then transplanted to the beard. Generally, the process takes about 4-6 hours to complete.
Beard Transplant Options:
FUT and FUE
At Charles Medical Group, Dr. Glenn M. Charles offers two advanced techniques for beard transplantation: Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) and Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE). Both methods use your own natural hair from the donor area—typically the back of the scalp—and carefully place it into thinning or patchy areas of the beard to create natural, permanent results.
- FUT Beard Transplant
With FUT, Dr. Charles removes a small strip of tissue from the donor area. Under high-powered microscopes, this strip is divided into tiny grafts, each containing one or two hairs. The grafts are stored in chilled rotation until they are transplanted. Using meticulous technique, Dr. Charles places each graft into small incisions made at specific angles and directions to ensure the beard grows in a natural pattern. - FUE Beard Transplant
With FUE, the donor area is shaved, and intact follicular units are harvested individually using a microsurgical device with a 0.8 mm–1 mm punch. Each graft is then placed into the recipient sites one at a time. FUE typically results in minimal post-operative discomfort and a faster healing process in the donor area compared to FUT.
Both methods are highly effective, with the choice depending on your specific goals, donor availability, and desired recovery experience.
After Your Beard Transplant
The recovery process after a beard transplant is different for each patient based on the technique chosen. Generally, patients can return to their regular activities within 7-10 days. Minor swelling, ichiness, and crusting in the region may be present for a time.
It is important to remember that it is normal for te initially implanted hair to fall out after two to three weeks. The newly transplanted follicles will leaad to new hair growth naturally and will continue to follow a normal growth cycle.
How Much Does a Beard Transplant Cost?
The cost of a beard transplant procedure varies based on numerous factors. The technique employed, and the number of follicular units being transplanted both play a role in determining the final price.
Beard Hair as an Additional Donor Option
In cases where scalp donor hair is limited, Dr. Glenn M. Charles now offers the use of beard hair as an alternative donor source. This advanced technique allows patients with reduced scalp density to achieve fuller coverage by carefully transplanting beard follicles into thinning areas of the scalp. When performed with precision, beard hair integration can enhance overall density and provide natural-looking results, expanding treatment possibilities for individuals with more advanced hair loss.
