Meridia

Hair

Unshaven FUE

Follicular unit extraction planned so the donor area can stay longer, when the clinical plan allows it.

Overview

Unshaven or long-hair FUE is a variation of follicular unit extraction. It is not suitable for every pattern of loss. The treating team decides whether a limited shave, a partial shave, or a fully shaved session is safer for density and graft handling.

Who it may be suitable for

  • Adults who want to discuss keeping donor hair longer during transplantation
  • Patients whose loss pattern can be treated in a more limited session

Techniques

  • Unshaven or long-hair FUE where indicated
  • Standard FUE if a shave is clinically preferable

Procedure timeline

  1. 01

    Remote review

    Photos show whether an unshaven plan is even discussable.

  2. 02

    In-clinic decision

    The surgeon confirms shave extent before the session.

  3. 03

    Procedure

    Usually a single day, sometimes staged.

Recovery

  • Recipient-area redness and scabbing are still expected
  • Donor camouflage is not a substitute for aftercare instructions

Expected process

  1. 1. Share photos, medical history, and travel constraints with a coordinator
  2. 2. A clinician reviews suitability before any itinerary is confirmed
  3. 3. Transfers, hotel nights, and appointments are arranged if you choose a coordinated package

Is this treatment right for me?

This is not a medical diagnosis. Final suitability requires professional evaluation.

Can you travel to Istanbul and stay the suggested number of nights?
Do you have a known medical condition that might affect surgery or dentistry?
Can you share photos or X-rays for a remote review?

Before & After

Gallery ready for verified images

Verified before-and-after images will appear here after clinical review and consent checks.

Questions

No. Larger sessions, certain donor types, and some hair-loss patterns need a conventional shave. The website cannot promise an unshaven result.

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Follicular unit extraction planned so the donor area can stay longer, when the clinical plan allows it.

What treatment are you interested in?

Current hair-loss level

Patient Journey

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Clinic information

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