During a hair transplant, the practitioner takes grafts from a donor area, typically the back of the scalp. But what happens when this area has an insufficient number of hair follicles to harvest? This was the case for Jon, who wanted to overcome male pattern baldness while having a minimal donor supply to work with. After numerous failed transplants, he found Dr. Sanusi Umar, who used his expertise and cutting-edge tools to help Jon achieve a restored hairline and density.
When Traditional Hair Transplants Aren’t Enough
Our patient was desperate to bring back a full head of hair. He had undergone multiple hair transplant procedures that had failed, so his doctors referred him to Dr. Umar, an expert and innovator in follicular unit excision (FUE). Upon the first examination and testing, it was discovered that Jon suffered from perifollicular infundibulo-isthmic lymphocytic infiltrates and fibrosis (PIILIF). This inflammatory scarring condition attacks hair in an autoimmune fashion.
He likely had this undetected condition throughout his previous hair transplants, which is why each surgery resulted in suboptimal results. This left him still bald and with a depleted supply of donor hair from the sides and back of his head. Before even considering a hair transplant again, Jon was treated for the PIILIF, and Dr. Umar used his experience and technology to harvest donor grafts from elsewhere on the body.
Turning To Body Hair Transplantation
Despite the complexity of Jon’s case, Dr. Umar believed a solution was still possible. He proposed a unique approach: performing a FUE hair transplant using body hair from the beard and stomach.
FUE on regions other than the scalp poses its problems, which make hair more prone to transection:
- Hair grows at different angles
- Each strand can have its own unique texture and curl pattern
- Different areas of the body have different skin thickness
It’s limitations like this that influenced Dr. Umar to develop and invent the UGraft Zeus™ device.
UGraft Zeus™: A Game-Changer in Body Hair Extraction
Unlike other FUE devices, the UGraft Zeus™ is an advanced, all-purpose FUE device that offers practitioners different modes and settings, depending on the area from which they are harvesting grafts. Each mode automatically adjusts torque, rotational speed, and movement dynamics to optimize follicle harvesting for different skin and hair types.
The device is also designed to promote optimal skin healing and minimize scarring due to:
- The punch shape, which dilates the skin rather than cutting a hole
- Fluid-assisted extraction, which reduces trauma
- The ability to adjust to different skin thickness
- The way it creates small, collapsible wounds that close faster
Jon’s Improved Hair Coverage Post-Surgery
Using the UGraft Zeus™ system, Dr. Umar was able to harvest grafts from Jon’s beard and stomach area, totalling about 12,000 grafts. Each graft was transplanted onto the scalp, and Jon now has improved hair density, length, and a newfound sense of confidence. The donor areas, as well, only have minimal scarring thanks to the UGraft Zeus™ system.
Now, Jon is satisfied with the results and happy about how Dr. Umar provided him one last shot at restoring his hairline, despite all the failed attempts that weighed on him. “I wanted to see what we could do,” he said. “And it’s been a remarkable transformation because I had very, very little hair on top.”
You Can Overcome Male Pattern Baldness, Too
If you’ve been told you’re not a candidate for hair restoration due to limited donor hair, previous transplant failures, or scarring, know that you still have options. At Dr. U Hair and Skin Clinic, we specialize in treating challenging cases using body hair transplantation, UGraft technology, and a deeply personalized approach. Like Jon and our other patients who have undergone hair transplant surgery, you can take the first step in your hair transplant journey by filling out our free online consultation form to be reviewed by Dr. Umar.
🎥 Watch the Jon’s transformation here:
Individual results may vary. This story reflects one patient’s personal experience undergoing follicular unit excision (FUE) with Dr. Umar. Consult with a qualified physician for personalized advice.
