The ARTAS® Procedure vs. Strip Surgery
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Older Technique –
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Method |
Each hair is targeted individually with robotic precision. No stitches are needed. ![]() |
A strip of scalp is removed from the back of the head. Stitches are used to close the wound. ![]() |
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Pain |
Tylenol® (Acetaminophen) if needed immediately
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Many patients require prescription pain medication immediately following the procedure.
Side effects often include:
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Donor Area Appearance |
Retains a natural appearance ![]() Post ARTAS Procedure |
Leaves a visible linear scar ![]() Post Strip Surgery |
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Hair Style |
Freedom to wear your hair the way you like it |
May require longer hair styles to cover and conceal scarring |
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Recovery |
Back to work and normal activities, like exercise, in a few days. Most patients sleep comfortably without pain in the donor area immediately
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Up to several weeks of restricted activity. Patients usually have difficulty sleeping on the sutured surgical area for several weeks. |
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Pricing |
Higher price |
Lower price |
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* Unger, W; Shapiro, R. (2004). Postoperative Phase. In Hair Transplantation (4th ed., p. 572). New York: M. Dekker. |
“Living through a horrible strip surgery at a very young age, I greatly appreciate the advanced technology of the ARTAS procedure. The robotic procedure gave me back my confidence and youth.”
Luke – Actual Patient
Results may vary