Can I expect the same results with a 10,000 graft FUE after having a FUT with 10,000 grafts?

Question

If somebody have good donor area and can do 10,000 grafts with FUT hair transplant in 2 session can he also do 10,000 grafts with FUE in 3-4 session? Every time 2500-3500 grafts ? and expect the same results?

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

If you are considering cosmetic surgery, it is best to see a doctor in person for an examination so you can better understand realistic outcomes after your doctor has a chance to listen to your exact goals. All surgeries (no matter how minor) has risks. It is for you and your doctor to discuss these risks versus the benefits.

Sara Salas, MD · Answer

This is a difficult question to answer however I can give you some facts. Getting a strip to perform 5000 actual grafts is rare generally. This is a very large strip let alone getting two of them. Out of all of the years we have performed hundreds of FUE meggasessions we have had a single case of 4800 grafts in two days. We have many up to from 3500-4000. But either FUT/FUE of the amounts you state would need to be a rather large head with a very very high density both in the back as well as the sides.of the head. RARE and most clinics cannot handle this amount of grafts to be honest.

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

FUE vs FUT and 10,000 grafts.  There are limitations of the amount of grafts for both FUT and FUE. Seek an experienced surgeon to determine your best course.  Limiting factors include hair density, hair type, hair color vs scalp color.  Preventing see through is an important consideration.  Best Dr. Anil Shah

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

10,000 FUE does on any person will crease a bald and see-through donor area as the density of the donor area will never support 10,000 FUE while it will support 10,000 grafts via strip as I have many such patients

Can I expect the same results with a 10,000 graft FUE after having a FUT with 10,000 grafts?

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