FUE Hair Transplant
SCHEDULE A CONSULTATIONExpert FUE Hair Transplant Surgeon in Los Angeles
When it comes to FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) hair transplant surgery in Los Angeles, few names command the respect and trust that Dr. Paul J. McAndrews does. A world-renowned hair restoration specialist, Dr. McAndrews combines state-of-the-art FUE technology with an artistic eye for detail to create natural, undetectable results for each patient.
With decades of experience and a reputation built on integrity, precision, and excellence, Dr. McAndrews is one of only two doctors in the world to have served as President of both the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery and the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery. As a Clinical Professor at USC/LAC Medical Center, he trains the next generation of surgeons in advanced hair transplant techniques and serves as an Expert Medical Reviewer for the California Medical Board.
Why Choose Dr. McAndrews?
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Unmatched Expertise and Credentials
With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Paul McAndrews is a world-renowned expert in hair transplants, specializing in both FUE and FUT techniques. His individualized artistic approach ensures exceptional, natural-looking outcomes. -
Extensive Medical Training
Formally trained at USC/LAC Medical Center, Dr. McAndrews is one of the few U.S. physicians with specialized residency training in the art of FUE and FUT hair transplantation. Dr. McAndrews is also a Professor teaching the residents (doctors in training) the art and science behind the hair transplant surgery. -
Personalized, One-on-One Care
To ensure the highest quality and attention to detail, Dr. McAndrews performs only one FUE or FUT hair transplant per day, overseeing every step of the procedure himself. -
A Legacy of Excellence
With decades of experience and a commitment to individualized care, Dr. McAndrews consistently delivers natural, life-changing results for patients from around the world.
Dr. McAndrews’ Method for FUE Hair Transplant
The FUE procedure is a meticulous and personalized process. Dr. Paul J. McAndrews brings unmatched precision and artistry to each step to ensure the most natural outcome.
Step 1: Consultation and Evaluation
Your hair restoration journey begins with a comprehensive consultation. Dr. McAndrews evaluates your hair loss pattern, scalp condition, and the density of your donor area. He also discusses your goals and expectations to determine if FUE is the right approach. Based on this, he creates a custom surgical plan designed to deliver natural and long-lasting results.
Step 2: Donor Area Preparation and Follicle Extraction
The donor area is trimmed and numbed with local anesthesia. Dr. McAndrews uses a precise FUE punch tool to extract follicular units one by one. What sets his approach apart is the use of a Stereoscopic Microscope, which allows full visualization of each follicular unit. This helps prevent follicle damage, improves graft quality, and allows trimming of excess skin for a more natural look. It also ensures proper graft sizing, especially important for the hairline.
Step 3: Designing the Recipient Area
This step is where Dr. McAndrews’ artistry shines. With a deep understanding of natural hair patterns and aesthetics, he carefully designs your new hairline and maps out the recipient zones. Each angle, density, and direction of hair growth is thoughtfully planned to match your existing hair and facial structure. The goal is to recreate a natural look that blends seamlessly with your original hair, enhancing both appearance and confidence.
Step 4: Graft Placement
Once the design is complete, the extracted follicles are implanted into the recipient areas. Tiny, precise incisions are made to accommodate each graft. Dr. McAndrews places every follicle by hand, ensuring it is positioned at the correct angle and depth to promote natural growth. This detailed and time-intensive step is essential for achieving consistent, dense, and realistic results. Because he performs only one procedure per day, Dr. McAndrews dedicates his full attention to perfecting each placement.
Step 5: Recovery and Results
Following your procedure, you will receive detailed instructions for aftercare to promote healing and protect your grafts. Most patients return to non-strenuous activities within a few days. Shedding of transplanted hairs is expected within the first few weeks, followed by visible regrowth starting around the third or fourth month. Full results typically emerge between nine to twelve months, revealing a fuller, natural-looking head of hair.
Regain Your Hair, Restore Your Confidence
If you have any further questions about FUE Hair Transplants or would like to schedule a consultation, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Cost of FUE Hair Transplant
The cost of FUE hair transplant in Los Angeles depends on several factors, including:
- The extent of your hair loss
- The number of grafts required
- The complexity of your case
Dr. McAndrews performs only one hair transplant surgery per day. This approach allows him to focus completely on each patient and deliver exceptional results. While pricing varies, patients consistently value the quality, ethics, and personalized care they receive.
During your consultation, Dr. McAndrews will provide a clear estimate based on your specific needs and goals. Financing options may also be available.
False Marketing Claims About FUE
TRUTH vs FALSE
The advent of FUE Hair Transplants has brought about a lot of very unethical marketers, doctors, unlicensed technicians, and companies that have very little knowledge of the pathophysiology of hair loss and even less knowledge of the art of hair transplants. Unfortunately, they are making claims that are outright lies and mistruths. If your doctor is allowing an unlicensed technician to use the FUE device (Neograft, Smartgraft, Artas robot, or other device/scalpel), this is illegal, and you should report the doctor to the state medical board and local authorities.
Claim - "FUE hair transplants are scar-less”
This is false. It’s usually being said by untrained doctors who have purchased an automated punch excision machine trying to add revenue to their practice without using their own time, so they allow an unlicensed technician to perform the surgery for them.
Truth:
FUE creates thousands of circular punch scars, it does not create a linear scar unless the doctor doesn’t know what he is doing.
The punch excision tool used to perform FUE has been used by dermatologist for a century and we know it creates scars for the last century. A 1mm punch excision tool used in FUE creates approximately a 1.2 mm white circular scar. In the 1950’s, hair transplants got its origins in the United States from this 4-5mm punch excision tool.
The surface area of scar tissue left in the donor region with punch FUE excision is approximately 12 times that of strip FUT excision and it increases with each successive surgery since no scar tissue is removed with FUE. The linear scar from strip FUT is removed with any successive surgeries.
Claim - “FUE Hair transplant is non-surgical and incision-less”
This is false, and usually made by unethical doctors marketing FUE hair transplants.
Truth:
Every form of hair transplant is surgical and involves excisions (the cutting of tissue) which creates scars. In fact, FUE hair transplants creates over 12 times the surface area of excised tissue as a FUT hair transplants. There is much more cutting of tissue with the FUE technique.
Claim - “FUE Hair transplants are painless”
This is false. Any form of hair transplants has to have local anesthesia which involves a certain degree of discomfort.
Truth:
Many times, FUE hair transplants involve much larger area of donor area removal in order to spread out the scar tissue; therefore, the discomfort would be greater since a greater area would have to be anesthetized.
PROS & CONS
Below is a chart of the short-term and long-term pros and cons of a patient with #2,000 graft FUE-punch excision hair transplant.
Short Term
| PROS | CONS |
| No need for sutures | Scalp needs to be shaved completely resulting in having no hair to hide the healing process |
| Takes weeks sometimes months for the hair to regrow to hide the #2,000 healing punch holes | |
| Much more surface area of donor scalp exposed to surgical cutting/excision—i.e.-more trauma to the donor area |
Long Term
| PROS | CONS |
| Patient will not have a linear scar | The patient will have 2,000 1.2mm circular scars which equates into approximately 2,400 mm² of scar tissue to the donor area. Strip excision for 2,000 grafts typically creates a 1mm x 200mm linear scar which equates to 200mm² of scar tissue. Therefore, there is approximately 12 times more scar tissue with punch FUE excision technique |
| In order to spread out this increased amount of scar tissue, many doctors punch excise hair outside of the boundaries of where the good genetic hair is. Therefore, those grafts are only temporary and will eventually miniaturize and go away. | |
| FUE/Punch excision technique exposes each graft to “blind dissection” which means the doctor cannot see through the tissue he is cutting with the punch. Therefore, he does not know if he has transected and destroyed the hair follicle until after it is already done. Transected hair follicles have much poorer survival. | |
| With much more surface area of scar tissue it can lead to the donor area looking “moth eaten”. |
TESTIMONIALS
Before & After Photos
MALE 44, Norwood V, 1 Session FF/MF, #2000 Grafts
MALE 31, Vertex, Session 1, 1200 Grafts
Female 26, Norwood III, 1 Session, #1400 Grafts
Female 26, Norwood III, 1 Session, #1400 Grafts
Frequently Asked Questions
How is FUE different from FUT?
FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) involves removing individual hair follicles from the donor area, while FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation) removes a strip of scalp. FUE leaves no linear scar and is often preferred for those who want shorter hairstyles.
Is FUE hair transplant permanent?
Yes, FUE transplants are considered permanent. The transplanted hair is genetically resistant to thinning, so once it takes root, it should continue to grow for a lifetime.
Will the results look natural?
Absolutely. Dr. McAndrews is known for his artistic and meticulous approach to hairline design and graft placement, which ensures your results look completely natural and undetectable.
How do I know if I am a good candidate for FUE?
The best candidates have enough healthy donor hair, are in good overall health, and have realistic expectations. Dr. McAndrews evaluates every patient personally to determine if FUE is the best solution.
Where is your office?
We have 2 offices in Los Angeles. One is in Beverly Hills and the other is in Pasadena.
You can visit us there.
BEVERLY HILLS
435 N Roxbury Dr,
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
PASADENA
50 Alessandro Place, Suite 115
Pasadena, CA 91105
How can I contact you?
You can contact us at the number: 877-424-7362
You can also send me an email at: doctor@hairgrowthdoctor.com
Our Locations in Los Angeles
Beverly Hills
435 N Roxbury Dr,
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Pasadena
50 Alessandro Place, Suite 115, Pasadena, CA 91105
The McAndrews Method:
Informed Decision, Artful Precision, Unparalleled Results.
Dr. McAndrews' sole focus on his patients enables him to artistically and precisely create the best natural-looking results.
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877-HAIR-DOC