Last updated on January 14, 2025
Hair transplants have transformed the way we approach hair restoration. Whether it’s thinning on the scalp, patchy facial hair, or sparse eyebrows, modern techniques provide natural and lasting solutions tailored to individual needs. However, not all hair transplant methods are created equal, and understanding which option suits your goals is key to achieving the best results.
At Hair Doctors, Australia’s top-rated hair restoration clinic, we specialise in advanced techniques like Micro FUE and DHI, ensuring precision, minimal scarring, and excellent outcomes. This guide will walk you through the different types of hair transplants for men and women, who they are best for, and why Hair Doctors is the trusted choice for your hair restoration journey.
What Are Hair Transplants?
Hair transplants involve relocating healthy hair follicles from a donor area—typically the back or sides of the scalp—to areas where hair is thinning or absent. This method can restore hairlines, cover bald patches, and even enhance facial hair and eyebrows. The most advanced techniques, Micro FUE and DHI, are minimally invasive and deliver natural, long-lasting results.
At Hair Doctors, we take hair restoration further by combining cutting-edge tools with meticulous planning and follow-up care to provide the best possible results. Importantly, we do not offer Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) due to its invasive nature and potential for visible scarring.
The Different Types of Hair Transplant Procedures
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE)
What Is FUE?
FUE hair transplants involve extracting individual hair follicles, or follicular units, from a donor area, generally the back of the scalp, using tiny tools and transplanting them to areas of hair loss. At Hair Doctors, we use local anaesthesia and 0.75mm Micro FUE hair transplant extraction tools, the smallest in the country, when removing and implanting follicular units to ensure minimal scarring and high graft survival rates.
Who are FUE Hair Transplant Procedures Best For?
A FUE hair transplant is a versatile option suitable for:
- Scalp Hair Restoration: Ideal for men and women experiencing moderate to severe thinning or small bald patches, delivering permanent and natural results.
- Beard Transplants: Great for filling in patchy facial hair or creating a defined beard shape with transplanted follicular units.
- Eyebrow Transplants: Perfect for individuals with thin, sparse, or over-plucked eyebrows seeking a natural and fuller look.
Key Features of Hair Doctors’ FUE Hair Transplant Procedure
- Minimise Scarring: Micro FUE tools reduce scarring by 60% in the donor area and transplant area compared to less advanced techniques.
- Dual Holding Solutions: Hypothermosol and Plasmalyte preserve grafts in optimal conditions, ensuring high survival rates.
- Advanced Punch Tools: Reduce trauma to the scalp and improve healing.
- Sapphire Blades: Enhance precision during recipient site creation, minimising tissue damage for a natural result.
Direct Hair Implantation (DHI)
What Is DHI?
DHI hair transplants take FUE a step further by using specialised implanter pens to place hair follicles from the donor area directly into the recipient area without pre-cut channels. This allows for unparalleled precision in angle, direction, and depth of implantation.
Who are DHI Hair Transplant Procedures Best For?
The DHI hair transplant is best for individuals with:
- Hairline Restoration: Ideal for those wanting a detailed and natural-looking hairline.
- Small Bald Patches: Suitable for targeted restoration in specific areas of hair loss.
Key Features of Hair Doctors’ DHI Hair Transplant Procedure
- Maximum Precision: DHI pens allow detailed placement for a seamless result.
- Reduced Handling: Less handling of grafts minimises damage and improves survival rates.
- Minimised Healing Time: DHI’s direct implantation method reduces trauma, speeding up recovery and healing around the transplanted hair.
Hair Doctors, Australia’s top-rated clinic, specialises in the most advanced and effective FUE transplants and DHI hair transplants for men and women with balding or thinning hair, offering exceptional care and 0% financing to keep hair transplant cost as affordable as possible.
Why Hair Doctors Does Not Offer the FUT Hair Transplant
The FUT procedure (Follicular Unit Transplantation), also known as the strip method, involves surgically removing a strip of scalp from the donor area to extract follicles. While FUT hair transplants are still used in some clinics for its ability to harvest large numbers of hair grafts, it comes with significant drawbacks:
- Visible Scarring: The FUT hair transplant technique leaves a linear scar where the strip of donor hair follicles are removed, which can be difficult to conceal in shorter hairstyles.
- Longer Recovery: Patients who choose FUT hair transplantation often experience more discomfort, extended downtime, and a longer recovery process compared to FUE and DHI due to the strip harvesting method.
- Outdated Technology: With advancements like Micro FUE and DHI, the need for invasive methods like the FUT hair transplant has dropped.
At Hair Doctors, we prioritise patient comfort, results, and satisfaction with each hair restoration procedure. That’s why we exclusively offer FUE and DHI over the FUT hair transplant method, as they provide superior outcomes with minimal scarring and faster recovery.
Which Hair Transplant Technique Is Best for You?
Choosing the right hair transplant technique depends on several factors:
Hair Loss Severity
- For moderate to severe scalp thinning from androgenetic alopecia or permanent hair loss as well as small bald patches, the FUE hair transplant procedure is highly effective.
- For highly localised hair loss and noticeable thinning, such as detailed hairlines or small areas, the DHI hair transplant procedure offers unmatched precision.
Facial Hair and Eyebrows
- FUE transplant hair transplant technique is excellent for thicker beard growth and restoring eyebrows.
Scarring Concerns
- The FUE method and DHI method minimise scarring to where it is almost invisible, making them ideal for individuals who wear short hairstyles or need facial hair transplants.
Desired Recovery Time
- FUE and DHI have a shorter recovery time and ensure scars are virtually undetectable compared to older techniques like a FUT hair transplant.
Discover Your Best Hair Transplant Option with Expert Scalp and Hair Analysis
Choosing the right type of hair transplant starts with understanding your unique scalp and hair condition. At Hair Doctors, we offer a comprehensive 45-minute consultation directly with one of our experienced doctors—no salespeople involved. Using the cutting-edge HairMetrix AI-driven hair and scalp analyser, we examine your scalp and hair for signs of inflammation, infection, or other underlying conditions that could be contributing to hair loss.
During this detailed analysis and consultation process, we assess your hair density, thickness, and scalp health, providing you with a customised report. This in-depth evaluation not only helps determine the best hair transplant option—whether it’s a Micro FUE hair transplant or DHI hair transplant—but also enables precise tracking of your progress after your hair restoration procedure.
With 0% financing options and exclusive offers on complementary treatments to support hair follicle growth like Exosome Therapy and our Hair Growth Protocol, restoring your hair has never been more accessible. Book your consultation at our Sydney clinic today if you are considering a hair transplant, and let us guide you toward achieving natural looking results and permanent hair growth with the care and expertise that have made us Australia’s most trusted hair restoration clinic.
FAQs
What is the difference between FUE and DHI hair transplants?
A FUE hair transplant procedure, known as Follicular Unit Extraction, involves extracting individual hair follicles and implanting them into the recipient area, while DHI, or Direct Hair Implantation, uses implanter pens to directly place hair follicles without pre-cutting channels. DHI offers more precision, making it ideal for small areas like receding hairlines and high density procedures. FUE is better for beards or eyebrows. Both methods provide natural results with minimal scarring, and at Hair Doctors hair transplant clinics, we use advanced tools like sapphire blades and dual holding solutions to ensure the thickest hair and most natural looking results for both hair transplantation techniques.
Which hair transplant method is best for extensive hair loss?
For larger areas of hair loss, FUE is typically the preferred choice for hair transplantation as it allows for a higher number of grafts to be transplanted in one session. At Hair Doctors, our Micro FUE extraction tools ensure minimal scarring, a shorter recovery time and high graft survival rates, even for extensive restoration. This makes it ideal for men and women struggling with hair loss. During your consultation at our clinics in Melbourne or Sydney, our doctors will assess your hair loss and recommend the most effective hair growth treatment tailored to your needs, as well as discuss our affordable financing plans for FUE hair transplants.
Does Hair Doctors offer FUT hair transplants?
No, Hair Doctors does not perform FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation) because it is a more invasive technique that leaves a linear scar in the donor area where donor hair is extracted and requires longer recovery. Instead, we focus on advanced methods like Micro FUE hair transplantation and DHI hair transplantation, which provide excellent results with minimal scarring and downtime. The FUE transplant or DHI transplant techniques are safer, more comfortable, and deliver a more natural appearance than the FUT procedure, aligning with our commitment to patient care and satisfaction. We also offer 0% interest payment plans for all our hair transplants, including the DHI and FUE procedure.
Can I combine a hair transplant with non-surgical treatments?
Absolutely! Non-surgical treatments like exosome treatment for hair loss, Growth Factor treatments, DHT blockers, Platelet Rich Fibrin treatments, and our exclusive Hair Growth Protocol can enhance scalp health and improve hair transplant results. These hair growth treatments promote faster healing and stimulate new growth for existing and transplanted hair, maximising the benefits of your hair transplant. At Hair Doctors hair transplant clinics in Sydney and Melbourne, we offer personalised plans that combine the best hair transplant technique and non-surgical treatments for the best possible outcome.
How can I find the best type of hair transplant for me?
The best way to determine your ideal hair transplant is through a detailed consultation and hair and scalp analysis. At Hair Doctors, we use the advanced HairMetrix AI-driven analyzer to assess your scalp condition, hair density, and thickness. Our experienced hair transplantation doctors will provide a personalised treatment plan and hair transplant techniques based on your unique needs, whether that’s a Micro FUE procedure, DHI procedure, or a combination of treatments for male pattern baldness, female pattern hair loss, beard restoration, or eyebrow restoration. Book a 45-minute consultation to get started on your hair restoration journey.