mech13 Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Hey guys, Does anyone know what determines the direction of the implanted hairs with FUE? I know that most of the time the doctor does the extraction and the new slits in the recipient area. Then the technicians implant the grafts into those new slits. Do the slits that the doctor makes determine the direction of the new hair? Or does it depend on how the technician implants it? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Spanker Posted August 2, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted August 2, 2016 (edited) Both the slits and the implantation method determine the direction of the hair. The incision will determine the angle of the hair. Most hair has a slight curve or curl to it also the doc or techs in some cases should position the grafts in the proper direction for good direction and also should position for proper depth to prevent pitting. So, you have to get not only the angle right, but the direction. Edited August 2, 2016 by Spanker I am an online representative for Dr. Raymond Konior who is an elite member of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians. View Dr. Konior's Website View Spanker's Website I am not a medical professional and my opinions should not be taken as medical advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mech13 Posted August 2, 2016 Author Share Posted August 2, 2016 I think you misread the question. How can there be no implanting? Both methods (FUT/FUE) require some sort of implanting into your skin or else how do you have new hair lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member rev333 Posted August 2, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted August 2, 2016 Q: Does anyone know what determines the direction of the implanted hairs with FUE? Do the slits that the doctor makes determine the direction of the new hair? Or does it depend on how the technician implants it? ============================================================= A: With Fue and Fut both of those variables you mentioned determine direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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mech13 Posted August 2, 2016 Author Share Posted August 2, 2016 awesome thanks everyone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member ontop Posted August 2, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted August 2, 2016 The incision determines the direction of the hair going into the recipient area. The incision is made by the Dr and this is where his artistry and skill come in. If there is hair in the recipient area already these can assist the Dr in what direction to plant the new hairs at. So basically the doctor can follow the native hair of which directions the folicals are going. I guess that's why its more of a challege for Doctors performing HT surgeries on patients with curly hair right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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