What Is a Beard to Scalp Hair Transplant?

A Beard to Scalp Hair Transplant is a specialized type of body hair transplant where hair follicles are harvested from the beard area—usually the jawline, neck, or under the chin—and transplanted to the scalp, particularly in areas affected by baldness or thinning.

This method is commonly used when the donor area on the back of the head (occipital scalp) is insufficient, such as in advanced-stage hair loss cases or in repair procedures.

How It Works

• Using the FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) technique, individual beard hairs are harvested from dense facial areas
• These grafts are carefully implanted into balding or thinning scalp zones
• Due to the different texture and growth characteristics of beard hair (usually thicker and more wiry), it is typically used in crown areas or to increase density, not for the front hairline

Who It’s For

• Patients with severe baldness (Norwood 6 or 7) and limited scalp donor supply
• Those who have undergone multiple transplants and exhausted scalp grafts
• Individuals needing repair transplants due to scarring or poor past results
• Men with naturally dense beard growth suitable for harvesting

Benefits

• Expands total available grafts for transplantation
• Beard hair tends to be strong and resilient, offering good density
• Useful in restoration cases or to increase scalp coverage
• Can help reconstruct scalp areas that otherwise couldn’t be treated

Limitations & Risks

• Beard hair texture is different — thicker, curlier, and more noticeable
• Not ideal for frontal hairline zones where natural blending is key
• Extraction from beard area may cause temporary scarring or patchiness
• Requires a surgeon experienced in handling non-scalp grafts

Questions to Ask Your Clinic

• Is my beard hair suitable for scalp transplantation?
• How will you blend beard and scalp hairs for a natural look?
• Will the donor area on my face recover fully?

Disclaimer

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before undergoing any medical procedure.

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