Why Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) Is the Gold Standard for Treating Hair Loss

If you’re experiencing hair loss, you’ve probably researched many treatment options, wondering which approach will actually give you the results you want. Follicular unit extraction (FUE) has earned recognition as one of the most effective hair restoration techniques available, offering natural-looking results with minimal downtime.

At Vivida Dermatology in Las Vegas and Henderson, Nevada, and St. George, Utah, our board-certified dermatologists use FUE to help you achieve natural-looking hair restoration with minimal downtime and scarring.

What makes FUE different from other hair restoration methods

Traditional hair transplant techniques, such as follicular unit transplantation (FUT), require removing a strip of scalp from the back of the head, leaving a linear scar. FUE eliminates this approach entirely by extracting individual hair follicles directly from your donor area using specialized micro-punches.

During FUE, we use a small circular punch tool, typically 1.0 millimeters or less in diameter, to extract healthy hair follicles one by one. We then carefully implant these follicles into the areas where you’re experiencing hair loss or thinning.

The precision of this technique allows us to create more natural-looking results because we can place each follicle at the exact angle and direction that matches your existing hair growth patterns.

Why FUE produces superior results

When patients ask us about FUE, they want to know what makes it different from older hair transplant methods. The advantages are clear once you understand how the technique works:

Minimal scarring 

Unlike strip harvesting methods, FUE leaves only tiny, virtually invisible puncture marks that heal quickly and discreetly. You can wear your hair short without any visible signs of the procedure.

Natural hairline creation 

The individual follicle placement allows us to create hairlines that look completely natural. We can position each hair to follow the natural growth direction and angle of your existing hair.

Higher graft survival rates 

Our gentle extraction and implantation process helps preserve the integrity of your hair follicles, resulting in improved survival rates and more successful hair growth in the transplanted areas.

Faster healing time 

You can return to normal activities within a few days. The small extraction sites heal much faster than the linear incisions required by older techniques.

These advantages combine to create an experience that feels less invasive while delivering more natural-looking, long-lasting results.

Why choose FUE at Vivida Dermatology

Our experienced dermatologists specialize in hair restoration and customize each procedure based on your specific hair loss pattern, facial structure, and aesthetic goals.

If you’re experiencing hair loss and want to explore your restoration options, call us in Las Vegas or Henderson, Nevada, or St. George, Utah, to schedule your consultation or book an appointment online.