Follicular Unit Transplantation

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Follicular Unit Transplantation - FUT

At Prime Hair Clinic, we specialize in advanced Follicular Unit Transplantation(FUT) hair transplant solutions tailored to your individual hair restoration goals. Whether you are just beginning to notice thinning hair or have been managing hair loss for years, our Calgary-based team is dedicated to providing expert care that delivers natural, long-lasting results.

FUT is a trusted method for treating hairline recession and pattern hair loss. At our clinic in Calgary, we utilize the latest technology and evidence-based protocols to ensure you receive the safest and most effective treatment available.

Our team is led by a board-certified surgeon and experienced clinicians who take a personalized, transparent approach to each patient’s journey. From your initial consultation to post-treatment care, you will be supported by a team that truly understands the emotional and physical impact of hair loss.

We proudly serve patients from Calgary, Edmonton, and throughout Alberta who are seeking a local, expert alternative to overseas hair transplants. Our clinic combines surgical precision with medical aesthetics and scalp health solutions, all under one roof.

Before and after images showing hair restoration results from Prime Hair Hair Transplant Clinic, with the top image displaying thin hair and the bottom image showing fuller hair after treatment.
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Benefits of FUT with Prime Hair Clinic

  • Customized plans based on your hair loss pattern

  • Scar‑minimizing, natural‑looking results designed for your hair type

  • Trusted Calgary clinic with 15+ years of experience

  • Private, discreet care in a comfortable medical setting

Which Hair Restoration Solution is Best For You?

Both surgical techniques have advantages and disadvantages and many things should be taken into consideration when deciding which procedure is best for you. Hair transplants are a combination of art and science. Careful analysis and consideration is critical given the fact that a patient may continue to shed during their lifetime. It is also worth noting that any time the skin is cut, it will produce a scar of some sort. Hair Transplantation is not always the best option for an individual. We take pride in reviewing your unique situation and recommending only the best hair restoration option. Please see our comparison chart for more information.

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How Does FUT - Follicular Unit Transplantation Work?

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Diagram of a hair follicle and hair shaft showing the hair growth cycle from mitosis to hair shedding and regrowth.
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Strip Harvesting (FUT)
Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT), or strip harvesting, is a hair restoration method where a narrow strip of hair is taken from the back of the head—the safe donor area where hair typically grows for life. After trimming and numbing the area, the strip is removed and the skin is closed using a fine trichophytic closure to minimize scarring. Hair above the suture conceals the line, leaving a thin, hidden scar.

Slivering & Graft Dissection
The strip is dissected under microscopes into natural follicular units of 1–3 hairs. This meticulous process ensures high-quality grafts with minimal follicle damage.

Graft Placement
The recipient area is numbed, and tiny sites are made to fit each follicular unit. Single hairs are placed at the hairline for a soft, natural look, while 2–3 hair grafts are added further back for density. Each graft is carefully positioned for natural growth direction and a hairline design tailored to the patient.

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Comparison table of FUE and FUT hair transplant methods, detailing their features, methods, scarring, healing time, ideal candidates, and graft survival rate.

Real Patients. Real Results.

  • Before and after photos showing improved hair density following a hair transplant at Prime Hair Hair Transplant Clinic.
  • Before and after images of a person's hair showing hair transplant results. The "before" photo displays thinning hair, while the "after" photo shows fuller, thicker hair after 1130 grafts.
  • Before and after images of a man's scalp showing improved hair density following a hair transplant at Prime Hair Hair Transplant Clinic.
  • Before and after photos of a man showing hair transplant results, with the top image labeled "Before" and the bottom labeled "After".
  • Comparison of a man's hair before and after a hair transplant procedure at Prime Hair Hair Transplant Clinic, showing increased hair density.
  • A before and after comparison of hair transplant results showing a receding hairline improved with hair grafts at Prime Hair Hair Transplant Clinic.
  • Comparison of before and after hair transplant, showing increased hair density and improved hairline in the after photo.
  • Before and after images showing a man's hair restoration with 2208 grafts at Prime Hair Hair Transplant Clinic.
  • Before and after images of a man's hair transplant showing improved hair density at the hairline with grafts for hair restoration.
  • Before and after images of a man's scalp showing hair restoration with grafts from Prime Hair Hair Transplant Clinic.
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Your Questions Answered

  • The procedure itself has many variables. We like to tell our patients to prepare for a full day. We provide lunch and snacks and, as the day progresses, we can keep you informed as to the estimated end time. A typical surgery last 8-10 hours.

  • On a scale of 1 to 10, the pain you experience on the initial injection should be about a 1. Throughout the day, the doctors will reinforce the anesthetic as needed to make the day as comfortable as possible. There will be more discomfort the night of surgery as the anesthetic eventually wears off. We will, however, send you home with some medication to help with the pain. The morning after surgery, most patients do not require any pain medication however you will notice some tightness and tenderness at the ends of the sutures; this will dissipate within the first week.

  • For the first week of surgery, you will have irritation, scabbing and some swelling. The sutures in the back of the head will be easily concealed by combing your hair down over them. If you are having surgery to add density to the crown and if you have some hair that is long enough, you may be able to conceal the scars even during your first week of healing. If you are creating or adding to a hairline, then it will be noticeable for the first week.

  • You do not necessarily have to shave your head for FUT. Shaving the head does make it easier to see the area for determining donor sites and also for planting the grafts, however, in many cases it is not crucial to the surgery itself to shave.

  • We offer financing options through the Beautifi Financing Platform

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