How many grafts can be extracted from my beard for a beard to scalp FUE transplant? (Photo)

Question

I have had 3 procedures. 1 FUT and 2 FUE. My donor hair from the back of my scalp is limited and I'm looking into BHT using my beard. Approximately how many grafts can be extracted from my beard? In my case, would it be worth the extra investment for increased density?

Arslan Musbeh, MD · Answer

Hello,
We don't recommend the extraction of the grafts from the beard. First the donor area of the beard is the zone under the chin up of the neck. This area cannot provide more than 200 grafts. With this grafts number we cannot densify the recipient area. The hair taken from the beard is thick comparing to the hair from the scalp. It will not provide a natural result.

Emrah Cinik, MD · Answer

Hello,
From the beard, it is possible to extract 1200-1500 grafts according to your photograph. Yes, it will help to increase density if you do not have donor left on the back of your head.

Kinyas Dusunmez, MD · Answer

The only area that can be used to extract hair from beard is under the chin.Looking at your photos, the area is already weak. You will be spending money, time, and experience pain for some 800 grafts. It is not worth the investment . 
Sincerely,Dr Kinyas - Vita Estetic

Nancy Anthone, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

You seem to like a short hair cut, most likely shaven look style.
In that case I can recommend to look for a scalp hair pigmentation artist near you with a good reputation.Short hair and hair pigmentation will produce an optical density which can never be achieved using any kind of hair restoration.

How many grafts can be extracted from my beard for a beard to scalp FUE transplant? (Photo)

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