As hair transplants become more popular, new challenges faced by both patients and practitioners have driven innovation in Follicular Unit Excision (FUE). One such challenge is that Traditional FUE procedures involve shaving the donor area to make it easier for the practitioner to harvest the grafts. Many people seeking hair transplants may still want to maintain their appearance, be discreet about their surgery, or simply want to preserve the hairstyle they’ve been wearing for years. Public figures, such as politicians, celebrities, and influencers, may also feel pressure to be camera-ready at all times. They simply don’t have the luxury of taking some downtime after undergoing shaven FUE. That’s why long-hair FUE has become so desirable among patients. It makes the procedure less noticeable, allows patients to preview their long-term results immediately after the surgery, and enables them to maintain their professional image and lifestyle as they recover.
The Challenges of Long-Hair FUE
Despite long-hair FUE’s appeal, performing this procedure can be very challenging. Long-hair FUE procedures use traditional notched or slotted punch tools, but they often require high manual precision and can increase the risk of hair shaft breakage during extraction. The hair is also prone to breakage during the extraction process.
Dr. Sanusi Umar Addresses Long-Hair FUE with His Patented Dr.UGraft® Zeus™ Device
This is why Dr. Sanusi Umar felt compelled to advance the field of long-hair FUE. He invented the Dr.UGraft® Zeus™ Device, a FUE device that performs long-hair FUE without the use of recessed punch tools. The device makes use of the Intelligent Punch™, an all-purpose punch patented by Dr. Umar. It features a flared, frustoconical cutting tip designed to accommodate a wide range of follicle types, including long, curly, and textured hair.
Meanwhile, the Zeus Console™ is a compact, portable device that offers preset FUE modes. This makes it adaptable to any hair or skin type. Due to the design of the Dr.UGraft® Zeus™ Device, it is the only all-purpose device capable of performing FUE on textured hair, including type 4c Afro hair. It is the most versatile and inclusive option for dermatologists and hair transplant surgeons.
According to a global, peer-reviewed study published by Dr. Umar, the use of the Dr.UGraft® Zeus™ system resulted in a low graft transection rate (GTR), a low shaft breakage rate (SBR), a quicker procedure speed, and a higher surgeon adoption rate compared to recessed punch long-hair FUE devices.
A Solution For Celebrities and Influencers
Celebrities and influencers are always under public scrutiny, and every little move they make is judged online. While there’s nothing controversial about getting a hair transplant, it can still become fodder for the rumour mill. Since the Dr.UGraft® Zeus™ Device can harvest longer hairs without breakage, longer hairs can be transplanted into the problem area and can disguise swelling and wound healing.
A Discreet Option for Executives and Professionals
High-level executives meet with different clients, business owners, stakeholders, and colleagues. While they’re not necessarily in the limelight the way celebrities are, they still need to look professional. They usually can’t get that much time off work, too, especially when they have such demanding schedules. The Dr.UGraft® Zeus™ Device can give these professionals discreet results. This allows them to jump back into work meetings, client presentations, and business dinners.
A Sensible Choice For Women
According to the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery, 87.3% of hair transplant procedures in 2022 were performed on men. Meanwhile, only 12.7% were performed on women. Shaving one’s head to harvest grafts might not be an option for women. Since the Dr.UGraft® Zeus™ Device can harvest long hair, hair transplant surgery has become a viable option for women suffering from different types of alopecia.
An Inclusive Invention For Afro-Textured Hair
The device has minimal assist navigational (MAN) ability. The punch self-navigates and adjusts its trajectory in real-time to correct misalignments, reducing the risk of follicle transection and shaft breakage. The MAN ability has made the Dr.UGraft® Zeus™ successful among patients of African descent with type 4 hair textures. They are a challenging group when it comes to traditional FUE.
Follicular unit excision often yields inconsistent results in patients of African descent and those with afro-textured hair. Innovations in standard FUE often leave these communities behind. Factors like hair texture and skin thickness lead to low or inadequate graft yields. Dr. Umar tackled these problems head-on when he factored in these conditions when inventing the Dr.UGraft® Zeus™, and an independent study by him showed consistent access in African-descent patients who underwent FUE using the device, with less than 10% of follicular units showing breakage or transection.
Long-Hair FUE Done Right With The Dr.UGraft® Zeus™ System
By developing an all-purpose FUE device through the Dr.UGraft® Zeus™, Dr. Umar has shown how understanding patient pain points and prioritizing inclusivity can lead to innovation and advancement in FUE technology. Today, the Dr.UGraft® Zeus™ is the most advanced tool for performing Long-Hair FUE across all hair types. This includes 4c afro-textured hair. “I’m not the inventor of the technique,” he acknowledges. “I invented the best technology for the technique. It is a system that is now widely used as the premium tool for performing the procedure by doctors globally. I have also published the most compelling peer-reviewed global multicenter study on the subject.”
For individuals who need long-hair FUE done right, Dr. Umar, as the inventor of the Dr.UGraft® Zeus™ is the expert to see. To schedule a consultation, fill out the Dr. U Skin and Hair Clinic online consultation form.
Individual results may vary. This story reflects a sample size of patients who have gone through hair transplant surgery with the Dr.UGraft® Zeus™ system. Consult with a physician for personalized advice.
