FUE hair transplant in Bogotá permanent results with follicular unit extraction

The FUE hair transplant is the most advanced procedure for restoring hair density permanently. At ALMO Clinic it is performed by certified trichology surgeons with state-of-the-art equipment.

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FUE hair transplant in Bogotá — follicle extraction and hair micro-grafting at ALMO Clinic
Certified trichology surgeons

Certified trichology surgeons

The FUE transplant is performed by surgeons with specific training in hair surgery, not technicians or aestheticians.

High-precision micro-punches

High-precision micro-punches

We use 0.7 to 1 mm instruments that minimise follicular trauma and maximise graft survival.

Check-ups at every stage

Check-ups at every stage

We schedule reviews at one, 3, 6 and 12 months to follow the growth of the transplanted hair.

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The trichological diagnosis defines the success of the transplant

A hair transplant does not begin in the operating room. It begins with an honest assessment of the donor area: how many follicles are available, what their calibre is, how density is distributed and what will happen to the native hair over the coming years.

If the donor area is not sufficient to meet the patient's expectations, we say so before scheduling anything. Because a transplant planned on an inaccurate diagnosis can deliver a disappointing result, and that is the most common mistake we see in second opinions.

"The most frequent mistake I see in second opinions is the transplant performed without properly analysing the donor area. The patient wanted 4,000 follicles, there were 1,800, and no one told them clearly. The prior diagnosis is not a formality: it is the most important part of the procedure." — Dr. Óscar Barón, Plastic Surgeon Certified by the SCCP.
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Trichological diagnosis with a digital trichoscope at ALMO Clinic Bogotá — assessment prior to FUE hair transplant

Medical FUE hair transplant — surgical precision in every follicle

At ALMO Clinic the FUE hair transplant is performed by trichology surgeons with specific training in hair surgery — not technicians or aestheticians. Each session is planned from the trichoscopic diagnosis: we analyse the donor-area density, the angle and direction of the native hair, and we project the design of the new hairline together with the patient before beginning any procedure.

We use 0.7 to 1 mm precision punches to minimise follicular trauma and maximise graft survival. Implantation is performed with manual and optical control to respect the natural direction of the hair in each zone.

How the FUE hair transplant procedure works step by step

The FUE transplant is an outpatient surgery performed under local anaesthesia. It requires no hospitalisation and the patient returns home the same day.

1. Assessment and prior design

Diagnostic consultation with a digital trichoscope. We analyse the density and quality of the donor area, the degree of alopecia (Norwood scale) and design the hairline and treatment zones together.

2. Follicular extraction

With the donor area shaved, the surgeon extracts each follicular unit individually with precision micro-punches. The follicles are preserved in physiological solution at a controlled temperature to maintain their viability.

3. Opening of recipient channels

Micro-incisions are made in the recipient area respecting the angle, direction and natural density of the existing hair. This phase largely determines the final aesthetic result.

4. Implantation of the follicles

The extracted follicles are inserted one by one into the recipient channels, ensuring correct orientation. Single-hair follicular units are placed along the hairline; 2–3 hair units in the higher-density rear zones.

5. Immediate recovery

Light dressings are applied at the end. The same day the patient receives detailed post-operative care instructions. The first 72 hours are critical for the correct implantation of the follicles.

6. Follow-up and result

We carry out reviews at one month, 3 months, 6 months and one year. The definitive result is assessed between months 12 and 18 post-procedure, when the hair has reached its full density and thickness.

FUE transplant or DHI transplant — which is right for your case?

Both techniques extract and transplant individual follicular units. The decision depends on each patient's profile, not on a hierarchy of quality.

CriterionFUE techniqueDHI technique
Donor-area shavingFull shavePartial shave possible
ImplantationPre-opened channels + later insertionSimultaneous opening and insertion with Choi
Control of angle and directionVery goodExcellent (especially for eyebrows and beard)
Follicles per sessionUp to 4,000Up to 3,500 (slower process)
Coverage densityHighVery high in small areas
Preferred indicationExtensive balding, large volumesRefinement, hairline, eyebrows, beard
Permanent resultYesYes

For a personalised assessment of which technique is most appropriate in your case, book a trichological consultation at ALMO Clinic.

FUE hair transplant at ALMO Clinic Bogotá — permanent and natural result

Why FUE follicles do not fall out again

The permanence of the FUE transplant is not a marketing promise: it is biology. The follicles extracted from the nape and temples are genetically different from the follicles on the top of the head that go bald with androgenetic alopecia.

Resistance to DHT

Androgenetic alopecia occurs because dihydrotestosterone (DHT) miniaturises the follicles of the frontal zone and crown. The donor follicles at the nape do not have that sensitive receptor, and when transplanted into balding zones they keep that genetic characteristic for life.

Graft survival

The survival rate of follicles transplanted in a well-executed procedure exceeds 90%. The most critical factor is minimising the time the follicles remain outside the body: we work with preservation solutions and controlled extraction–implantation times.

The native hair still needs care

The transplant is permanent, but it does not stop the alopecia of the hair that was not transplanted. That is why in many cases we complement it with PRP or medication to protect the existing native hair long term.

FUE hair transplant recovery — what to expect at each stage

Recovery after an FUE transplant is progressive and largely asymptomatic. These are the main milestones:

Days 1 to 5

Mild swelling in the donor and recipient areas that resolves spontaneously. Small crusts in the implantation zone that fall off on their own between days 7 and 10. Getting the head wet and touching it is avoided.

Weeks 2 to 4 — shock loss

The transplanted hairs fall out. This is a normal and expected process: the follicle remains alive beneath the skin. This phase worries many patients but is a sign that the procedure was performed correctly.

Months 3 to 6 — initial growth

The first new hairs appear. They are fine at first and gain thickness week by week. At month 6 between 50 and 60% of the final result can be appreciated.

Months 6 to 12 — maturation

The hair progressively gains density, thickness and texture. This is the period of greatest visible transformation for the patient.

Months 12 to 18 — definitive result

At 12–18 months the transplanted hair has reached its full thickness and density. This is the result that will remain for life, since the implanted follicles are genetically resistant to balding.

Post-transplant recommendations

Avoid direct sun exposure for the first 3 weeks. Do not perform high-intensity exercise during the first 2 weeks. Complement with hair mesotherapy or PRP to protect the native hair.

Complementary treatments to the FUE hair transplant

The FUE transplant restores the balding zones. To protect the existing native hair and optimise the scalp environment, we combine the transplant with these treatments:

FUE + Hair PRP

PRP applied on the same day as the transplant provides autologous growth factors that accelerate the vascularisation of the transplanted follicles, improving survival and bringing forward the appearance of initial growth.

FUE + hair mesotherapy

Pre-operative mesotherapy optimises the scalp and native follicle before surgery. Post-operatively, it reinforces the existing follicles surrounding the transplanted zone and prevents shock loss of the native hair.

FUE + medical therapy

Oral finasteride or dutasteride act on systemic androgenetic alopecia and protect the non-transplanted follicles. The ALMO medical team assesses their suitability according to each patient's profile.

The FUE transplant starts with an honest diagnosis

Before any procedure, we perform a complete trichological assessment: digital trichoscope, donor-area analysis, study of the hair-loss pattern and projection of the possible result based on the number of available follicles.

Not all patients are ideal candidates for an FUE transplant. If the donor area does not have sufficient density, or if the alopecia is still actively progressing, we say so clearly and propose the most appropriate plan.

Diagnostic honesty is part of the ALMO standard.

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