The SmartGraft procedure involves the extraction of hair follicles from donor areas on the scalp and them transplanting them to bald or thinning areas. First, your surgeon will use local anesthetic to numb the area where hair follicles will be extracted and then a small instrument called a punch is used to extract individual hair follicles from your scalp. The hair follicles are then prepared for transplant by the Smartgraft device which does not require any incisions, stitches, or staples and helps ensure that each hair is planted in exactly the right location. This helps to ensure a natural hairline without the risks of scarring or asymmetry.