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FUT HAIR TRANSPLANT IN TAMPA
WHAT IS AN FUT HAIR TRANSPLANT?
FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation)—often known as the strip method—is a hair transplant technique where a narrow strip of scalp is removed from the donor area, typically the back of the head. The strip is then dissected into individual follicular units and transplanted into thinning or bald areas. FUT has been performed successfully for many years and remains a powerful option for maximizing graft numbers in the right patients.
WHAT ABOUT THE SCAR WITH FUT?
FUT does leave a thin linear scar where the strip is removed. At Tampa Bay Hair Group:
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We use careful closure techniques to keep the scar as fine as possible.
In most cases, the scar can be easily hidden by surrounding hair, even at a moderate length.
We will discuss your preferred hairstyle and whether FUT or FUE better supports that choice.
If you are very committed to very short hairstyles, FUE may be more appropriate. If your priority is coverage and density with hair worn longer, FUT can be ideal.
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HOW DOES FUT WORK?
We focus on graft survival, density, and artistry so your FUE hair transplant in Tampa looks authentic and blends seamlessly with your existing hair.
Planning & Design
We map out your pattern of hair loss and design your new hairline or areas of coverage.
Strip Harvest
A narrow strip of scalp is removed from the donor area and the incision is closed.
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Microscopic Dissection
The strip is divided into follicular units under magnification to protect graft integrity.
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Site Creation & Placement
Grafts are placed into tiny recipient sites in the thinning areas, following natural angles and directions.
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WHY CHOOSE FUT OVER FUE
FUT can be an excellent choice if:
We use careful closure techniques to keep the scar as fine as possible.
In most cases, the scar can be easily hidden by surrounding hair, even at a moderate length.
We will discuss your preferred hairstyle and whether FUT or FUE better supports that choice.
For many Tampa patients, FUT offers an efficient way to achieve strong coverage and density in a single session.
WHAT IS RECOVERY LIKE AFTER FUT?
Recipient area healing is similar to FUE, with small crusts that fall off within 7–10 days. We’ll guide you on hair washing, activity restrictions, and aftercare to protect your grafts.
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A feeling of tightness in the donor area for several days
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Stitches or staples that are removed after a set period (we will review this with you)
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Most patients returning to desk work within about a week, depending on comfort
WHEN WILL I SEE RESULTS?
We may recommend medications, PRP, or red light therapy to help protect non-transplanted hair and support the overall cosmetic outcome.
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1-2 Month
Transplanted hairs often shed—this is expected.
3-9 Months
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New hairs start to grow in.
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6-8 Months
Increasing thickness and coverage.
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12+ Months
Final results.
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FUT HAIR TRANSPLANT FAQS
