For Patients

Hair Doctors is a dedicated hair restoration clinic founded by Dr Ateka Khan and Dr Ossman Ashraf, both registered medical practitioners. Depending on your individual circumstances, you may consult with an appropriate member of our clinical team to discuss your hair loss concerns and suitable treatment options.

Hair Doctors focuses on hair transplant procedures. Depending on the individual treatment plan and patient suitability, procedures may be performed by our doctors or by our registered nurses under doctor supervision. All procedures are carried out in accordance with established clinical protocols and appropriate medical oversight. We encourage patients to ask who will be performing their procedure and to discuss the qualifications and supervision involved, so they can make an informed decision about their care.

FUE, also known as Follicular Unit Extraction, is a procedure in which hair follicles are individually removed from the donor area. Follicles naturally occur in groups of one to four hairs. FUE can be performed by a manual, motorised or automated method depending on the individual, and the method used varies based on the characteristics of the hair, such as shaft thickness, curliness and exit angle.

FUE does not involve a linear donor incision, using small extraction sites rather than removing a strip of scalp. Individual follicle extraction may allow hair to be harvested from different donor areas, depending on suitability, and can be used to redistribute follicles from suitable donor areas to areas affected by hair loss as part of an individual treatment plan. Treatment is tailored to each patient following clinical assessment, and your doctor will discuss the potential benefits, risks and recovery during your consultation.

Removing follicles individually avoids a linear scalp scar. There will be small punctate wounds in the donor area immediately after the procedure, which typically begin to heal after 2 to 4 days. Healing times and the appearance of any scarring vary between individuals and depend on a range of factors.

FUE may be suitable for patients who prefer to wear their hair shorter, those with a smaller donor area or a tight scalp, and those with scarring from a previous FUT procedure who may benefit from FUE graft placement to help reduce the visibility of the scar. Suitability depends on individual circumstances and is assessed at consultation.

A hair transplant uses follicles taken from donor areas that are generally less affected by pattern hair loss, usually the back and sides of the head. Outcomes depend on a range of factors, including individual characteristics, treatment planning and ongoing hair loss, and vary between individuals. Suitability is assessed on an individual basis, and your doctor will discuss what may be expected in your case.

No. Hair used for a transplant must be your own, whether from the scalp or body. Another person’s hair cannot be used.

A natural-looking result is an important consideration in planning a hair transplant. Hair restoration involves clinical planning, technique and aesthetic considerations, tailored to each individual’s hair characteristics and goals. Results vary between individuals.

Follicular grafts are naturally occurring groupings of hair, typically containing one to four hairs. One and two-hair grafts are more common on the sides of the scalp, and three and four-hair grafts at the back. They are widely used in hair transplantation to help achieve a natural distribution of transplanted hair.

A hair transplant cannot replace every hair that has been lost. Treatment is planned to improve hair coverage by distributing available donor follicles, and outcomes vary between individuals. A hair transplant may be a suitable option for some people with mild to advanced hair loss, following an individual assessment.

A hair transplant uses follicles from donor areas of the scalp that are generally resistant to pattern hair loss to address areas of thinning or loss. Individual results and long-term outcomes vary from person to person.

At Hair Doctors, we carry out regular post-procedure reviews. We review you at day 3 and day 14, and perform your hair wash at day 3. We also review at 3, 6 and 12 months.

Each patient is assessed according to their needs, circumstances and treatment goals. Factors such as hair characteristics, the extent of hair loss and suitability are considered, and these are best discussed at an individual consultation.

Pattern hair loss is often progressive, particularly when it begins at a younger age, so long-term treatment planning is important. The number of procedures that may be suitable depends on factors such as donor hair availability, ongoing hair loss and individual goals, which your doctor will discuss with you.

A hair transplant is often considered once a person’s pattern of hair loss has become more established, which allows appropriate treatment planning and assessment of donor availability. Suitability depends on the individual rather than age alone.

Suitability for treatment is assessed by your doctor, and full disclosure of any pre-existing medical conditions is required as part of that assessment.

The length depends on the planned number of grafts and the type of FUE procedure, and may generally take between 4 and 10 hours.

The procedure is performed under local anaesthetic, with a mild sedative if needed. Measures are taken to support patient comfort, though individual experiences vary. You remain awake throughout, and breaks can be taken as needed for eating, drinking and resting.

A hair transplant involves relocating hair follicles from one area of the scalp to another. As with any procedure, there are potential risks and complications. These are discussed in detail at your consultation before you decide whether treatment is appropriate. Full risk and recovery information is on our risks and recovery page.

Bandages are kept to a minimum and not routinely used. A light dressing is often preferred to reduce any slight bleeding and aid healing.

Recovery time varies between individuals and may depend on the nature of your work. Your doctor will advise when it is appropriate to return to work based on your procedure and recovery. Some patients schedule their procedure around planned leave.

Your doctor will advise when it is appropriate to resume sporting activities, depending on your recovery, the type of activity and the treatment performed.

After an FUE hair transplant, the transplanted hairs may initially appear as short stubble before entering a resting (telogen) phase, and it is common for many to shed before new growth begins. Growth typically resumes over the following months, though timing and progression vary between individuals.

The cost varies from person to person, depending on factors such as the technique used and the number of grafts. Because of this, a personal consultation and assessment with our doctor is recommended to provide accurate details.