FUE hair transplant Dayton patients trust Elevate You as the Miami Valley’s only physician-led practice offering the full spectrum of hair restoration, from non-surgical treatments through surgical FUE transplantation, all under one roof.
Elevate You now offers FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) surgical hair transplantation, making us the only provider in the Miami Valley offering the full spectrum of hair restoration, from non-surgical treatments all the way through surgical transplantation, under one physician-led team.
This page covers our surgical FUE option specifically. If you’re earlier in hair loss, not ready for surgery, or want to explore non-invasive treatment first, visit our non-surgical Hair Restoration page instead. The two are separate treatment paths, and we’ll help you find the right one for your situation.
What is FUE?
Follicular Unit Extraction is a surgical hair restoration method that removes individual hair follicles from a donor area (typically the back and sides of the scalp, where hair is genetically resistant to balding) and transplants them into thinning or balding areas. Unlike older strip-harvesting methods, FUE removes follicles one at a time, leaving no linear scar and a faster recovery.
Am I a candidate for FUE?
FUE tends to work best for patients who:
- Have adequate donor hair density in the back and sides of the scalp
- Are looking to restore a receding hairline, thinning crown, or overall bald spots
- Have realistic expectations about surgical timelines and results
- Are comfortable with a procedure performed under local anesthesia
Patients without enough donor hair to harvest from are typically better candidates for our non-surgical options instead. We’ll help you figure out which path fits during a consultation.
What does FUE cost?
Nationally, FUE hair transplants typically run $4–$10 per graft, with a median of around $7 per graft. The average patient needs roughly 2,300 grafts for a first procedure, which puts a typical case in the $16,000+ range — though smaller sessions focused on just the hairline or crown can cost less, and larger “mega sessions” (3,500+ grafts) cost more. Financing options are common in this field and can bring cost down to a monthly payment. Because every case is different, we’ll give you a personalized, transparent quote after your evaluation — not a generic number.
Recovery timeline
- Days 1–3: Scalp stays dry initially, then gentle washing begins.
- Week 1: Tenderness, mild swelling, and redness are normal and resolve by the end of the week.
- Weeks 2–3: Transplanted hair sheds — this is expected. The follicles stay alive beneath the skin.
- Weeks 4–8: A “resting” phase with little visible change.
- Months 3–4: New growth becomes visible, fine and thin at first.
- Months 6–8: Density and thickness continue to fill in.
- Months 12–18: Final results are visible.
Why Elevate You for FUE
As the Miami Valley’s only full-spectrum hair restoration provider, we don’t just offer one treatment and hope it fits — we evaluate where you are in hair loss and match you to the right option, whether that’s a non-surgical plan, surgical FUE, or a combination approach over time. Every FUE patient starts with a real evaluation, real bloodwork where relevant, and a transparent plan.
Next step
Call or text us at (937) 519-3586 or schedule a consultation online to find out if FUE is the right fit for you.
FUE Hair Transplant Dayton: Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a FUE hair transplant cost in Dayton?
Nationally, FUE hair transplants typically run $4 to $10 per graft, with a median around $7 per graft. Most patients need roughly 2,000 to 2,500 grafts for a full session, and higher-end pricing for larger or more complex cases commonly exceeds $8,000 total. Your actual cost depends on the number of grafts needed, which we determine during a consultation and evaluation.
How many grafts does the average FUE hair transplant use?
According to the 2025 ISHRS Practice Census, the average FUE case uses about 2,262 grafts overall, and about 2,347 grafts for first-time patients. Roughly 79% of all FUE cases fall between 1,000 and 3,999 grafts, depending on the extent of hair loss being addressed.
What is recovery like after FUE?
Most patients see visible healing within the first few days, with transplanted hairs shedding temporarily around weeks 2 to 4 (this is expected), new growth beginning around months 3 to 4, and fuller, more mature results continuing to develop between months 6 and 18.
Am I a candidate for surgical FUE, or should I start with non-surgical treatment?
It depends on your stage of hair loss, donor hair availability, and goals. Many patients start with our non-surgical hair restoration options, while others are better suited to surgical FUE from the start. We evaluate each patient individually and recommend the right path, or a combination approach, rather than assuming one option fits everyone.