As the name suggests, with this technique, sapphire crystals are used to open the micro channels with optimal precision, unlike other more traditional FUE techniques.
Something to consider about the FUE technique for hair grafting is that it is a surgical intervention that is within the outpatient procedures since it involves the removal of hair follicles from the donor area one by one, so it is not necessary to remove strips of scalp, which happened in other techniques such as FUT.
What are the advantages of Sapphire FUE Technique?
The Sapphire FUE technique is an advanced variant of the FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) method, which uses sapphire instruments to perform hair grafts.
Grafting using this technique has numerous advantages over other conventional methods, since the sapphire blades are more precise and sharper, allowing for smaller and more controlled incisions, thus reducing possible scarring and promoting a faster recovery.
- Natural results: It offers a completely natural look, as it allows follicles to be transplanted one by one, imitating the original hair growth pattern.
- Less invasive: Sapphire scalpel incisions are precise and clean, which means less discomfort and a faster recovery.
- High hair density: With the FUE Sapphire technique, it is possible to obtain a high hair density in areas where hair has been lost, achieving an aesthetic appearance and a satisfactory result.
- Hardly any scars: The small incisions make the scars virtually imperceptible, so you can use your hair short and maintain your style without any problems.
- Outpatient procedure: Forget about hospitalization. The Sapphire FUE technique is an outpatient procedure, and you will be able to return to your daily activities in a short time.
The punch to extract the hair only has a diameter of 0.6 to 0.8 mm, for which, in fact, there are small, almost imperceptible micro-scars that end up disappearing soon, in fact within a few days.
The perforator and punch are used to perform the procedure of extracting the follicular units, the objective being to minimize the scars after surgery. Making them almost imperceptible. Patients can return to their normal activities in two or three days. And after the hair grows back, the patient can wear their hair short without worrying about scars.
How Are Follicular Units Removed?
For such a delicate technique, it is necessary for an experienced professional to perform it together with a specialized team. Only they are trained to use the punch skillfully, especially the 0.8mm, considered the ideal size to adequately treat the structure of follicular units that have more than one hair follicle, thus avoiding scars and favoring rapid healing.
Once the punch is inserted into the skin, the professional makes a small twist by gently pressing the skin. With this movement, as simple as it may seem, the loss of follicular units is minimized and the damage to the hair located in the recipient area is minimized.
This is really very important, because due to the natural characteristics of each person’s scalp, the follicles are not arranged in structured lines. This means that, at the time of extraction, the angle must be considered to adapt the extraction of each follicle and release the superficial portion as necessary, so as not to cause any damage to the units to be grafted.
Since Hera Derma is a dermatology clinic, our specialist physicians perform the necessary medical follow-ups before and after your hair transplantation treatment, analyze your results with the necessary laboratory tests, and apply additional treatments that will support your process. Hair transplantation is an effective and long-lasting solution for hair loss, providing natural results and significantly improving patients’ self-esteem. With modern techniques we use like Sapphire FUE, it is possible to customize the procedure according to individual needs. If you are considering this option, schedule an appointment here at Hera Derma Clinic and consult our qualified specialists to assess your case and advise on the best approach.
