Follicular Unit Excision (FUE)
Precision, Natural Results, and Advanced Options
Discover the gentle and effective approach to hair restoration with Follicular Unit Excision (FUE)—a minimally invasive technique that Dr. Glenn M. Charles and the team at Charles Medical Group expertly perform in Boca Raton.
What Makes FUE Unique?
Individual Follicle Extraction
FUE involves harvesting hair follicles one at a time directly from the donor area—typically the back or sides of the head—using a tiny, 0.8 mm to 1 mm punch. This targeted method avoids a long strip of extraction, minimizing scarring and preserving natural hair appearance
Minimal Scarring, Maximum Flexibility
Instead of a visible linear scar as seen in FUT, FUE leaves only tiny dot scars that are easy to conceal—even with short hairstyles
Reduced Discomfort & Fast Recovery
Patients typically enjoy a quicker healing experience and less post-procedure discomfort than with traditional strip methods
Advanced Care Tailored to You
Dr. Charles blends precision and personalization through several state-of-the-art FUE methods:
Experience, Innovation, and Care at Charles Medical Group
Dr. Glenn M. Charles has been a pioneer in hair transplantation since founding Charles Medical Group in 1999. He continues to bring advanced techniques such as the Implanter Pen and WAW FUE System to patients across Boca Raton, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and beyond.
Whether you’re seeking a seamless FUE outcome with modern implantation tools, the gentle WAW extraction method, or a fully personalized surgical plan—Dr. Charles creates solutions designed for natural, undetectable results and peace of mind.
FUE vs. FUT
The FUE procedure has some important advantages and disadvantages when compared to the other leading method, Follicular Unit Transplantation. It produces very small pinpoint scars potentially an important consideration for men who wear their hair very short. However, if multiple FUE procedures are performed on the same individual there can be a general thinning appearance in the donor area. Also, because the FUE procedure is minimally invasive with no large incision or sutures, donor recovery is faster than with FUT.
There are, however, some downsides to FUE. For one thing, because of the exacting nature of the one-at-a-time method of hair transplantation, fewer hairs can be transplanted in a single session. If your hair restoration goal requires a very high number of grafts, you might require more sessions of FUE than you might if we used FUG. As another consequence of FUE’s time-consuming, labor-intensive process, FUE can be significantly more expensive than FUT.
As a final consideration, you should be aware that not all patients are candidates for FUE. The type of hair the patient has plays a role. Patients with thick or coarse hair are typically the best candidates for FUE transplants. If the patient has thinner/finer hair, an FUT transplant may be the better option.
Patients with high-density donor areas are ideal for FUE hair transplants. If you have low-density donor areas, you may need to consider Follicular Unit Transplantation instead.
It can be very difficult to remove intact follicular units from certain patient’s scalps and as a result, a greater portion of these grafts may be damaged than if they’d been removed using FUT. At the beginning of each FUE procedure a small sample of excisions is attempted to determine if the patient is a good candidate for this type of procedure.
To determine which method might be best for you, schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr. Charles. He will evaluate your hair loss, discuss your goals, and help you weigh the risks and benefits of your many options.
Contact Charles Medical Group today to schedule your Follicular Unit Excision complimentary consultation. Dr. Glen M. Charles has been serving the areas of Miami, Fort Lauderdale and Delray Beach for years and is a pioneer in hair transplant surgery. If you are looking to restore lost or thinning hair, schedule your consultation today!
Both of our experiences were just phenomenal…
I had the FUE procedure with Dr. Charles and my father had 3 FUT procedures. Both of our experiences were just phenomenal. The staff was extremely kind and caring on the day of my procedure making sure I was completely comfortable at all times. The recovery was very easy, I was back to work the next day. I would recommend Dr. Charles whole heartedly
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Explore your hair-loss treatment options with hair restoration in Boca Raton, FL . Call Dr. Glenn M. Charles today to arrange a consultation with your skincare expert regarding your hair-thinning problems.
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Meet The Doctor
Dr. Glenn M. Charles was born in Buffalo, New York and raised in the suburbs of Detroit, Michigan. After receiving his undergraduate degree from Michigan State University he obtained his medical degree from Nova Southeastern University School of medicine in North Miami Beach, Fl. Dr. Charles then completed an internship and residency at Michigan State University affiliated hospitals before acting as the primary physician trainer in hair transplant surgery for a large hair transplant organization from 1997-1999. He opened his own boutique private practice, Charles Medical Group in 1999.
