Scar Repair

Whenever there is an injury to the skin, including some hair restoration treatments, a scar may form. At Wolfeld Hair, we use the most advanced hair restoration techniques with limited risk of scarring, but some patients may require scar repair to improve the appearance of scars. The type of scarring left from hair restoration will be based upon the type of hair restoration technique used.

Dr. Wolfeld and patient during treatment

FUE and FUT: Scar Repair

Scar repair surgery is an excellent option for smoothing and concealing scars, creating an optimal appearance, and restoring confidence in your appearance. Dr. Michael Wolfeld offers advanced scar repair treatments to resolve any issues regarding visible scars left from hair transplants, including improving the appearance of horizontal strip scars.

How is Scar Repair Performed?

Scar repair after hair restoration may involve a combination of surgical and non-surgical procedures depending on the depth, size, and severity of the scars. These procedures range from simple, topical applications or injections to laser skin resurfacing. Dr. Wolfeld will evaluate any scars left from hair restoration and advise you of the most effective treatment for you.

What is Scar Repair After Hair Restoration?

For patients who require many hair follicles to be harvested, tiny punch marks are left on the scalp. The result is typically a very small, almost unnoticeable scars. The treatment you undergo after your transplants will impact the visibility of these scars. Dr. Wolfeld offers several healing treatments to help your skin recover more thoroughly after hair transplants, including:

PRP (platelet rich plasma): PRP promotes healing. This treatment will help your scalp heal more quickly and limit the appearance of scars.
Laser scar repair: The damaged skin can be carefully removed with a gentle laser system.

A Proactive Approach to Scars from Hair Restoration

Dr. Wolfeld provides advanced regenerative treatments to help you avoid visible scars – as part of your hair restoration treatment. We do not leave the issue of scarring up to chance but take action to limit scarring as part of our hair restoration process. If you have concerns about scars after hair transplants, we urge you to meet with us about our advanced techniques and technologies, including the most advanced hair restoration system available on the planet -- ARTAS. This physician-assisted robotic hair transplant system performs beyond all others and is far less likely to leave visible scars.

Why Should I Choose Wolfeld Hair?

Dr. Michael Wolfeld is the first physician in the country to be board-certified in both hair restoration and plastic surgery. He prides himself on staying up-to-date on the latest procedures and technologies available in scar repair after hair restoration. As a teaching surgeon, he must be able to communicate methodology and technique clearly to his students. This is a skill he brings to his practice at Wolfeld Hair, where he focuses exclusively on hair restoration and related aesthetic issues.

Dr. Wolfeld knows that your complete comfort is vital in a successful doctor-patient relationship. If you have concerns about visible scars, or have scars after a prior hair restoration treatment, you are invited to discover the latest techniques for scar repair at our New York hair restoration clinic.

What Can I Expect Following My Scar Repair Procedure?

Our approach to hair restoration involves the use of the most advanced techniques and technologies, and the ability to restore thinning or balding areas with natural hair and limit the risk of developing visible scars. After PRP treatments, you may experience slight redness and swelling at the injection site, which quickly fades. After a laser treatment, swelling, redness, and some sensitivity could occur as the area heals.

Patient Q&A

What is hair transplant scar repair and how is it done?

Can you transplant hair into a scar?

What kinds of scars can be improved?

Will I be able to wear my hair short after scar repair?

How long does recovery take and how many sessions will I need?

What is hair transplant scar repair and how is it done?

Scar repair aims to make visible scalp scars less noticeable and to restore a more natural look. Depending on your scar and goals, options can include transplanting individual follicular units into the scar, surgical scar revision with trichophytic closure, scalp micropigmentation to blend color, and supportive therapies such as microneedling or platelet rich plasma to improve tissue quality.

Can you transplant hair into a scar?

Yes, in many cases hair can be transplanted into scar tissue using FUE grafts. Scar tissue has a different blood supply, so expected density is planned carefully and treatment may be staged. Your surgeon may recommend preconditioning the scar to improve graft survival and will set realistic goals for coverage and blending.

What kinds of scars can be improved?

Common concerns include linear strip scars from prior FUT surgery, visible dot patterns from overharvested FUE, and older plug or trauma scars that create patchy or raised areas. Improvement strategies are tailored to each scar type and may combine grafting, limited surgical revision, and scalp micropigmentation for the most seamless blend.

Will I be able to wear my hair short after scar repair?

Many patients can comfortably wear shorter styles after repair, especially when grafting is combined with scalp micropigmentation. The shortest length that looks natural varies by scar width, skin tone, hair characteristics, and how you respond to treatment. Your surgeon will help you test realistic length goals.

How long does recovery take and how many sessions will I need?

Most people return to light activities within a day or two. Tiny scabs from grafting usually shed in 7 to 10 days, early growth appears around 3 to 4 months, and final maturation takes 9 to 12 months. Some scars need a second session or a blending session with scalp micropigmentation to optimize the result.