Refining Techniques in Eyebrow Transplantation

The article discusses improvements in eyebrow transplantation, specifically using the Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) technique. The authors propose selecting only three-hair grafts from the mid-occiput (back of the head) for transplantation. These grafts are then dissected into one-hair follicular units (FUs) under a stereoscope. This method has several advantages: it reduces the chance of injuring neighboring follicles, minimizes scarring at the donor site, and provides a more natural look as the hair grafts become thinner, resembling the finer caliber of eyebrow hair. The technique is particularly beneficial for Chinese patients, who typically have fewer FUs than Caucasians, allowing for a better aesthetic outcome with fewer grafts. The article does not provide specific data on the number of patients studied or the success rate of the procedure.