Author: Dr Sanusi Umar MD

Sanusi Umar MD, FAAD is a board certified Dermatologist by the American board of dermatologists. Before then he was board certified by the American board of internal medicine. He is on faculty at both UCLA and Harbor-UCLA dermatology divisions. He is the head of the scalp and hair disorders section of the Harbor-UCLA where he teaches dermatology residents. Dr Umar has published several articles in peer review journals in the field of dermatology and the subject of hair disorders and management in general. His areas of research include hair loss treatment using natural non pharmaceutical methods, acne keloidalis nuchae, novel hair loss treatment pathways as well as in the field of hair transplantation where he pioneered the follicular unit excision - FUE methods of hair surgery, body hair transplantation and African hair type transplantation. He holds several patents both in the United states and worldwide. He is the owner of Dr U Hair and Skin Clinic, Finetouch Laboratories Inc which is the maker of an all natural hair health product line as well as Dr U Devices Inc which is a maker of FUE hair transplantation and other surgery devices

Dr.UGraft Hair Transplant Eyebrow Repair: A Patient’s Journey

Article Updated August 2022 This is an update from the posting of her case report over 1 year prior. This is an update of her results since the previous post in both photos and video. To recall, her journey to a fuller, natural eyebrows started over six years ago. Seeking a sharp eyebrow look, the […]

VIDEO: What is an FUE Hair Punch? A Simple Guide to Understanding Types of FUE Hair Transplant Punches

Chances are, if you’re considering a hair transplant procedure, you’ve done a fair amount of research and have come across a method called Follicular Unit Excision – FUE Hair Transplant. You’ve no doubt noticed that plenty of clinics tout their own take on something called an FUE hair punch, the most basic tool in your doctor’s arsenal. […]

What is the Right Age for Hair Transplant Surgery?

Young men who are losing their hair often start wondering about hair restoration options. They often ask whether or not they are too young for a procedure or if they need to wait until a particular age for hair transplant surgery. In this Q&A video for Torrance, Los Angeles patients, I discuss the answers to […]

What Causes Spider Veins on Legs?

Close up view of Dr. U patient result after varicose vein removal. While spider veins on legs are more common, they can also appear on other parts of the body, such as the forearm.

Spider veins are (often unsightly) veins in the legs or thighs. The treatment of spider veins is mostly cosmetic in nature. These veins can appear prominently and be a source of embarrassment, prompting people to look for spider vein treatment. Watch the Q&A vlog below to hear Los Angeles-based Dr. Umar’s answer frequently asked questions […]

Getting Rid of DPN or Black Skin Tags on the Face and Neck with Dr. U

Left side comparison photos shows a major clearance of dark skin tags on the face.

UPDATE This female patient from Westchester, Los Angeles, wanted to clear her complexion by eliminating multiple black skin tags on her face and neck. Her condition is known as DPN (Dermatosa Papulosa Nigra). This is a condition that affects many women with darker-colored skin. What is DPN? Article Update 2022 Do DPN skin tags go […]

Dr. U Treats Patient With Botox for Crows Feet and Forehead Lines

Botox for crows feet helped eliminate static lines.

The use of Botox for crows feet and upper facial wrinkles, such as the forehead worry lines, has become increasingly common for addressing early-stage creases. This female patient from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, is one such example. Although her crow’s feet and forehead lines were still minor, she felt dissatisfied with the appearance of these […]

A Hair Transplant with a Natural Hairline Made Possible for Dr .U’s Patient

A hair transplant with a natural hairline should have a soft outer edge.

This patient from Torrance, Los Angeles, opted for a Dr.UGraft ™ Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) hair transplant with a natural hairline. He also wanted to restore coverage in the areas that were still bald and thinning due to a strip surgery performed at a different clinic which produced poor growth. The Dr. U Hair Cinic not only […]

Dr. U Surgically Removes Keloid Cyst From Patient’s Earlobe

Long Beach, Los Angeles patient before and after his keloid cyst removal procedure performed by Dr. U.

This patient from Long Beach, Los Angeles sought help at the Dr. U Skin Clinic for eliminating a keloid cyst growth behind his right earlobe. The cluster of tissue had developed from a piercing and became quite large and noticeable. Due to treatment injections, an embedded cyst had developed within the keloid. Surgery was the […]