Hair Transplant Scar Revision: Cut or FUE for Improved Results
The Procedure
Hair Transplant Scar Revision: Cut or FUE for Improved Results
The old way to fix a visible scar on the scalp was to cut it out again and hope it would not spread or stretch. FUE, the modern way, hides the scar by transplanting hair into the area instead.
Key takeaways
- A scar revision repairs a scar on the scalp left by a past "strip" hair transplant, a face lift or any other injury that has resulted in a visible area of hair loss.
- The old procedure cuts the scar out again with a scalpel and sutures it back together, in the hope that it does not spread or stretch again. In general, it gives only a limited reduction in the scar's visibility.
- FUE hides the scar by transplanting hair into the area of concern, with no scalpel, no sutures and no linear scar of its own.
- FUE scar revision works on the same principle as an FUE hair transplant.
A scar revision is the repair of a scar on the scalp left by a past "strip" hair transplant procedure, a face lift or any other injury to the scalp that has resulted in a visible and noticeable area of hair loss. Here is how the old approach, cutting the scar out again, compares with the modern one: hiding it with FUE.
Scar revision by cutting the scar out (FUT)
The old procedure to correct these obvious scars was to cut them out again with a scalpel, suture the scar back together and hope the scar does not spread or stretch again. In general, this effort results in only a limited reduction in the scars' visibility.
FUE for scar revision
FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) is the modern way to perform a scar revision procedure. Not only does FUE not cause a linear scar, but we are also able to hide other scars by transplanting hair into the area of concern.
FUE scar revision
No scalpel, no sutures and no linear scar.
FUE scar revision works on the same principle as FUE hair transplantation.
Free consultation
Can FUE hide your scar?
A free consultation with an Advanced Hair Restoration® physician explores improving the appearance of your scar area, as well as adding density. It is in person, so the physician can examine your scalp, the scar and your donor area directly and map the exact graft count.
Cut or FUE: side by side
| At a glance | Cutting it out (FUT) | FUE |
|---|---|---|
| Approach | The old procedure | The modern way |
| How it works | The scar is cut out again with a scalpel and sutured back together | Hair is transplanted into the area to hide the scar |
| Scalpel and sutures | Yes | No |
| Linear scar | The scar may spread or stretch again | FUE does not cause one |
| Result | A limited reduction in the scar's visibility | The scar is hidden by transplanted hair |
Next steps
Looking to hide that linear scar? Considering a second procedure for added density? Speak to our experts and explore the possibility of adding density, as well as improving the appearance of your scar area.
Schedule a free consultation now. It is in person: the physician examines your scalp and donor area directly and maps the exact graft count.
Questions patients ask
Scar revision questions
What is a hair transplant scar revision?
A scar revision is the repair of a scar on the scalp left by a past "strip" hair transplant procedure, a face lift or any other injury to the scalp that has resulted in a visible and noticeable area of hair loss.
Can a hair transplant scar be cut out?
It can be, but that is the old procedure: the scar is cut out again with a scalpel and sutured back together, in the hope that it does not spread or stretch again. In general, this results in only a limited reduction in the scar's visibility.
How does FUE hide a scar?
FUE hides a scar by transplanting hair into the area of concern. FUE itself does not cause a linear scar, and there is no scalpel and no sutures.
Is FUE scar revision permanent?
Yes. FUE scar revision works on the same principle as FUE hair transplantation.
Real Results
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Kyle M. · 3,000 Advanced FUE™ grafts
Scott H. · 2,500 Advanced FUE™ grafts
Madison T. · 3,300 Advanced FUE™ grafts
AJ S. · 2,500 Advanced FUE™ grafts
Individual results may vary.
Next step
Ready to improve your scar?
Schedule a free consultation with Advanced Hair Restoration® to talk with an expert about hiding your scar and adding density. Consultations are in person, so the physician can examine your scalp and donor area directly and map your exact graft count.