FUT (Strip) Hair Transplant in Bangalore
Medically reviewed by Dr Sreekar Harinatha, MCh (Plastic Surgery)
FUT (follicular unit transplantation), or the strip method, takes a thin strip of scalp from the permanent hair zone at the back of the head. The strip is divided under magnification into grafts of 1–4 hairs, which are placed in the thinning areas. At Contura Clinic, Bangalore, FUT costs ₹35 per graft, from ₹35,000. It is done under local anaesthesia, new hair starts to grow at 10–12 weeks, and the final result shows at 12 months.
FUT at a glance
| Grafts | Natural units of 1–4 hairs, taken from one strip |
| Anaesthesia | Local anaesthesia, with a mild oral sedative to relax you |
| Procedure time | Usually a full day (about 6–8 hours) for large sessions, with a lunch break |
| Donor closure | Dissolving stitches or staples, covered with a thin bandage |
| Bandage | Removed at the clinic the next day |
| Scabs | Mostly gone in 7–10 days |
| New growth | From 10–12 weeks |
| Final result | 12 months |
| Cost | ₹35 per graft, from ₹35,000 onwards |
How is FUT done?
- The donor area is clipped to 1–2 mm and numbed with local anaesthesia.
- A thin strip of scalp is removed from the back of the head, where hair is permanent.
- The strip is divided into follicular units of 1–4 hairs under magnification.
- The donor area is closed with dissolving stitches or staples.
- Tiny sites are made in the thinning area with a fine needle, and each graft is placed straight away ("stick and plant").
- The surgeon checks every graft's position before finishing.
FUT or FUE?
| FUT (strip) | FUE / Sapphire FUE | |
|---|---|---|
| Scar | A fine line at the back of the head | Tiny dot scars |
| Grafts per session | More | Fewer |
| Cost | Lower | Higher |
| Hair types | Suits most hair types, including curly or fine hair | Less suited to very curly or fine hair |
Read more: FUE and Sapphire hair transplant.
Before and after FUT
Before: stop aspirin and anti-inflammatory painkillers as advised. Avoid alcohol and hard exercise for 3 days before, and caffeine the day before.
After:
- Sleep semi-upright (30–45°) on the first night.
- Avoid alcohol for 3 days, and smoking if possible.
- Wash your hair from day 5, with cool, gentle water.
- No heavy lifting or hard exercise for 2 weeks.
- Avoid anything that stretches or presses on the back of the scalp for 1 month.
Frequently asked questions
How much does FUT cost in Bangalore?
At Contura Clinic, FUT costs ₹35 per graft, with packages from ₹35,000. The total depends on the number of grafts you need.
When will I see results after FUT?
New hair starts to grow at 10–12 weeks, and the final result shows at about 12 months.
Does FUT leave a scar?
Yes, a fine line at the back of the head, usually hidden by the surrounding hair. It is usually 1–2 mm wide.
Related pages: FUE hair transplant · Hair transplant facts · PRP and GFC · Before and after photos
About the doctor
Dr Sreekar Harinatha, MBBS, MS, MCh (Plastic Surgery, CMC Vellore), DNB (Plastic Surgery). Karnataka Medical Council Reg. No. 68989. Plastic and cosmetic surgeon at Contura Clinic, Kalyan Nagar. Best Paper Award at the IMCAS conference, Taipei, 2016, for his gynecomastia technique. Author of The Male Breast and over 40 papers in indexed journals. Member of IAAPS, IMA and the European College of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery.
This page is for general information and is not a substitute for a medical consultation. Results vary from person to person. Every procedure carries risks, which your surgeon will explain at your consultation.
