ARTAS iX Robotic

For most patients, pain is minimal on the day of the procedure and virtually absent in the recovery. During the procedure, you will feel slight discomfort when local anesthesia is given for 2-5 minutes, after which you are numb. Most patients take Tylenol to control any discomfort after the hair transplant. Pain, if present, tends to subside in 1-3 days.

The robot has an incredible safety record. The robot monitors each hair at 60x per second. Any disruption to the imaging system or patient position will trigger a safety protocol to protect the patient.

The number of appointments required for your ARTAS iX Robotic Hair Transplant in New York varies based on your unique circumstances. Typically, you can anticipate at least two key appointments. The first is the initial consultation with Dr. Paul, where your hair loss will be assessed, and a customized treatment plan will be formulated. This is the stage where you’ll determine if the ARTAS iX procedure aligns with your needs. 

The second appointment is for the procedure itself, during which the robotic system precisely harvests and transplants hair follicles. Depending on the extent of your hair loss and your treatment plan, additional follow-up appointments with Dr. Paul for monitoring and adjustments may be necessary to ensure the best possible results. Your healthcare provider will provide a detailed schedule tailored to your specific situation.

Results come quickly. In the first week after the procedure, the donor site (back of the head) will have a short haircut and will have small micro-scabs that appear as red dots. Most people describe the back dots as minimal by day 5-7. After the procedure, you can wear your hair at any length or style.

Transplanted hair growth occurs naturally in phases. Upon implantation, your new hair will grow for 3 weeks to 3 months. There is then an expected period of shedding, known as telogen, and then there is hair growth. Most patients recognize growth at 6-8 months. It can take more than one year to see a mature result.

During this process, will people know that I had a hair transplant? Is it noticeable?

After 1-2 weeks, the donor site is well healed, and from the back, you will have a nearly undetectable change. In the recipient site (top or front of the scalp), the growth is slow, which reduces the chance that people notice the procedure. Your family, friends, and even your barber may notice that you look better, but they may not put their finger on precisely the change as the results are natural.

For most patients, you will be resting on your belly in the beginning when the robot is assisting harvest. You will then be resting on your back during the implantation of the hair. The doctor and staff are there with you to ensure your comfort throughout the procedure.

We want you to have the best and safest experience possible during your hair transplant. The majority of patients are given a light oral sedative to relax as well as local anesthesia to numb the area that is being worked on. For those who are very anxious, the surgical center at HairCareMD has two operative suites that allow for an anesthesiologist to be present and for general anesthesia to be administered. This will be discussed and determined at your consultation with your hair transplant physician.

Gone are the days of large groups of hairs transferred together, known as hair plugs. With the ARTAS Robot, single hair follicles are extracted. The hair follicles are a cylinder shape. The follicles may have one, two, three, or four hairs. The single hairs are used to line the hairline. 

Bigger units are placed internally for density. The distribution, angulation, and design are created by your surgeon, and this is where the ARTASty and expertise at HairCareMD marries with the technology of the ARTAS iX Robot to produce the best hair transplant result.

To perform the best robotic hair transplant, the surgeon and staff at HairCareMD will give you a haircut to ensure the hair is the perfect length for harvest (roughly 1.2 mm in length). You should NOT get a skin-tight haircut (true shave) before the procedure. You will receive additional specific instructions upon signing up for the procedure.

Of course! It’s crucial to have a thorough consultation with your medical team to determine the most suitable combination of procedures based on your goals and overall health. Combining procedures can provide more comprehensive results, but it’s essential to consider factors like recovery time and potential risks.

When comparing older versions of ARTAS® to the new ARTAS® IX, the new ARTAS® IX has the following advantages:

• Improved optical identification of hair
• Ability to identify scar tissue
• Smaller donor wounds
• Greater overall speed
• Improved range of motion of the robotic arm
• Improved core needles to enhance the accuracy of harvesting

The ARTAS iX Robotic Hair Transplant is generally considered safe and effective, but like any medical procedure, it does carry some risks and potential side effects. It’s important to discuss these risks with Dr. Paul before undergoing the procedure. Some of the potential risks associated with ARTAS iX Robotic Treatment include:

• Swelling and bruising
• Pain or discomfort
• Infection
• Scarring
• Hair thinning or shock loss
• Uneven hair growth
• Numbness
• Aesthetic dissatisfaction
• Allergic reactions