For patients with Grade 6 or 7 baldness, the scalp donor area (back of the head) is often insufficient to cover the entire bald patch. At SF Fusion Wellness, we specialize in **Body Hair Transplantation (BHT)**, an advanced technique that harvests hair from the beard, chest, or other body parts to restore your scalp hair density.
This technique is a game-changer for individuals who have been told they are "not candidates" for a transplant due to a weak donor area. By strategically mixing body hair with scalp hair, we can achieve high-density coverage that looks completely natural.
| Characteristics | Scalp Hair (Primary) | Beard Hair (Secondary) | Chest Hair (Tertiary) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thickness | Medium | Very Thick | Fine / Thin |
| Growth Rate | Fast | Fast | Slow |
| Best Use | Hairline & Crown | Density Filling | Softening / Blending |
| Grafts Available | Limited (4000-5000) | High (2000-3000) | Variable |
Since body hair has a different texture, we never place it on the front hairline. Instead, our expert surgeons use a "Cocktail Technique":
We use only soft, single-strand Scalp Hair for the first 2-3 cm of the hairline to ensure it looks natural.
We mix thicker Beard Hair with scalp hair in the middle and crown area to create a massive volume effect.
1. Anesthesia: Local anesthesia is administered to the chin (for beard) or chest area.
2. Careful Extraction: We extract follicles from the "Shadow Area" (under the chin) so no visible scars remain on your face.
3. Refinement: Body hair grafts often have more tissue; they are cleaned and refined under microscopes.
4. Implantation: The grafts are implanted into the crown or mid-scalp area to boost density.
Yes. Once implanted into the scalp, body hair tends to adapt somewhat to the scalp's blood supply. While it may retain some of its original curl or texture, when mixed properly with scalp hair, it is visually indistinguishable to the naked eye.
Note: Body hair grows in different cycles (Anagen/Telogen), so it may take slightly longer (12-15 months) to see the full final result compared to scalp hair.
Unlimited Donor Supply
No Face Scars
Grade 7 Coverage
Advanced FUE
No. We extract grafts from the area under the chin (the "shadow zone"). Even if you shave cleanly after the procedure, the tiny micro-dots are virtually invisible.
Beard hair grows quite long, almost matching scalp hair. Chest hair usually has a shorter maximum length, which is why we use it mainly for filling gaps in the crown area.
Yes, BHT is more technically demanding than scalp extraction because body hair angles are unpredictable. Therefore, the cost per graft is slightly higher.
No. Hair transplantation is an organ transplant. Your body will reject hair from another person unless you are on immunosuppressant drugs, which is not recommended for cosmetic surgery.
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