Beard Transplant in Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar)
Patchy beard, scarring, or no-beard solution. FUE-based facial hair restoration designed personally by Dr. Prashant Raktade. 800–1,800 grafts, single-session, ₹35–₹50 per graft.
Quick answer
- What: FUE applied to the face — follicles harvested from the back of the scalp and implanted into beard, moustache, sideburn, or goatee zones.
- Grafts: Patchy beard fill = 800–1,200. Full beard rebuild = 1,500–1,800. Moustache only = 300–500.
- Cost: ₹35–₹50 per graft. Patchy fill ≈ ₹28,000–₹60,000. Full rebuild ≈ ₹52,500–₹90,000.
- Recovery: Crusts shed in 7–10 days. Shave normally after day 14. Final result at 8–12 months.
- Best for: Genetic patchy beard, scar revision (acne, trauma), gender-affirming care.
What is a beard transplant?
FUE applied to the face. Individual follicular units are harvested from the donor area at the back of the scalp using a 0.7–0.9 mm punch, then implanted into the beard zone at acute angles (the angle is much sharper for facial hair than scalp hair) and natural directions. The transplanted follicles take to the new location and grow as normal beard hair, responsive to shaving, trimming, and styling.
Beard transplant is one of the most under-served procedures in Marathwada. Most local clinics treat it as an add-on; we treat it as a specialty. Dr. Raktade’s maxillofacial-surgery training in facial anatomy is particularly relevant here — beard angles change every few millimetres across the face.
Who is a good candidate?
- Genetic patchy beard — adult men aged 22+ with naturally sparse coverage in cheeks, jawline, or moustache
- Scar revision — acne scarring, surgical scars, burn scars on the beard zone
- Trauma reconstruction — post-injury beard restoration
- Gender-affirming care — beard density for transgender men (post-testosterone therapy)
- Cleft lip repair — scar coverage on the upper lip / moustache zone
Graft count by goal
| Goal | Typical grafts | Indicative cost |
|---|---|---|
| Patchy fill (cheeks) | 800–1,200 | ₹28,000 – ₹60,000 |
| Full beard density | 1,500–1,800 | ₹52,500 – ₹90,000 |
| Moustache only | 300–500 | ₹10,500 – ₹25,000 |
| Sideburns | 200–400 | ₹7,000 – ₹20,000 |
| Goatee fill | 500–900 | ₹17,500 – ₹45,000 |
| Scar coverage (cleft, acne) | 200–800 | ₹7,000 – ₹40,000 |
Procedure day
- Beard design. Dr. Raktade marks the desired beard outline with a fine pen. You see and approve before any incision.
- Donor harvest. 0.7–0.9 mm FUE punch on the back of the scalp. 800–1,800 grafts depending on goal.
- Recipient channels. Sharp acute-angle slits in the beard zone — angle decreases from 45° at the chin to 20° at the upper cheek for natural-looking direction.
- Implantation. 1-hair grafts at the moustache border, 1-2-hair grafts elsewhere for natural density variation.
- Post-op. Cold compress, post-op kit, written aftercare. Home the same day.
Recovery — beard-specific
- Day 1–3: Mild swelling around chin and upper cheek. Cold compress.
- Day 4–7: Tiny crusts visible. Gentle saline rinse only.
- Day 7–10: Crusts shed. Beard zone looks pink/normal.
- Day 14: Shaving allowed (use single-blade or electric trimmer for the first month).
- Month 2–3: Shock-loss phase — transplanted hair sheds. This is normal and expected.
- Month 4–6: New growth begins.
- Month 8–12: Final result with full natural density.
Visit our before-after gallery for beard work
Real patient transformations. Norwood-stage and graft-count labelled.
Free beard-transplant assessment
30-minute one-on-one with Dr. Prashant. Honest density planning, indicative graft estimate, no upselling.
Frequently asked questions
- Is the transplanted beard hair permanent?
- Yes. The transplanted follicles come from the genetically DHT-resistant donor zone of the scalp and remain permanent. They will grow, can be shaved, and respond to trimming and styling like normal beard hair.
- Will I need to shave my head for beard transplant?
- No — only the donor area at the back of the scalp is trimmed to ~1 mm. The trimmed area is naturally hidden by the surrounding hair. You can wear normal hairstyles within a week.
- Can I shape and style the new beard?
- Yes. After 14 days you can shave normally. After month 6 you can apply beard oils, balms, and styling products. The transplanted hair is your hair — it adapts.
- How long until I can grow a full beard?
- Initial growth begins month 3–4. Density builds through months 4–8. Final result with full beard density at 8–12 months.
- Will it look natural?
- Yes — when designed by a surgeon with facial anatomy training. Beard angles change every few millimetres; getting them right is the difference between natural and obviously-transplanted. This is where Dr. Raktade’s maxillofacial training matters.
- Does it work for cleft lip scar coverage?
- Yes. Beard transplant is one of the best options for cleft lip moustache restoration. Typically 200–500 grafts depending on scar size.
- Is it suitable for transgender care?
- Yes. We offer private gender-affirming beard procedures. Please WhatsApp the clinic for a discreet consultation. Pre-op testosterone therapy needs to be stable for at least 12 months.
- How painful is beard transplant recovery?
- Mild discomfort for 2–3 days, similar to a minor sunburn. Manageable with paracetamol. Most patients return to office work within 7 days.
- Will my donor area look thinner?
- No. With 0.7 mm punches and proper extraction pattern, donor density loss is under 10% — visually undetectable. Donor follicles regrow trimmed hair within 2 weeks.
- Can I combine beard transplant with scalp transplant?
- Yes — many patients do both in two separate sessions, 6–12 months apart. Doing both in one mega-session is possible but rarely recommended.
Related reading
- Hair Transplant in Aurangabad — money page
- FUE Hair Transplant
- Eyebrow restoration
- DHT Direct Hair Transplant
- About the Maxillofacial Surgeon
- About Dr. Prashant Raktade
This article was written and medically reviewed by Dr. Prashant Raktade, BDS, MDS (Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery), Founder of Curls n Crowns Aesthetic Dental & Hair Transplant. Last reviewed 9 May 2026. For appointment, WhatsApp +91 96048 81999.