S.A.F.E. FUE System

S.A.F.E. stands for Surgically Advanced Follicular Excision.

Golden Follicle Award winner Dr. James Harris developed the device in 2003. For its time, it was excellent technology: a first in-kind FUE device used to isolate and excise single follicular units.

S.A.F.E. introduced a two step system which combined a hybrid sharp punch with a blunt dual punch to ensure proper penetration. The method lowered the risk of transection (damage to surrounding hair follicles).

S.A.F.E. played a large role in ensuring the eventual mainstream adoption of the FUE technique. It's simply been made obsolete through technological evolution.

Notable features of this system were:

• It was an industry-defining device.
• It allowed for minimal scarring, setting the standard for all future systems.
• It improved dermal penetration and reduced risks.
• It was the first device to lower transection rates to less than 10%.

We appreciate the contributions Dr. Harris and his S.A.F.E. system made to our industry.