The ARTAS Robot?

The ARTAS FUE is popping up all over.... even some reputable clinics now have this. Pros and Cons anyone?

Manual all the way....

What Are the Pros and Cons of the Artas Robotic Hair Transplant System?
1) Artas uses algorithms to speed up the process of analyzing and identifying characteristics of hair grafts for selection such as:
angle
orientation
direction
density
distribution
2) Using well defined algorithms to characterize hair follicle grafts enables a certain level of precision, efficiency and consistency in extracting each hair graft.
3) Artas offers some relief from the fatigue and tedium that is inherent with performing FUE hair transplant procedures. Surgeons may be less likely to commit errors and can concentrate on the artistry that is required in the second half of the procedure where the grafts are reinserted into the recipient area of the scalp.
What Are the Pros and Cons of the Artas Robotic Hair Transplant Surgery
1) Candidacy is restricted to straight haired patients with dark brown or black hair
2) Artas can only perform hair transplant extractions on the middle of the back and sides of the head. Many hair loss patients require finer caliber hair and/or an expanded donor supply. While this need can be met through nape, beard and body hair, Artas cannot be used to extract follicles in these regions.

Artas cannot be used for light haired patients or those with depleted donor supply in the back of the head. This patient benefited from a beard hair to head transplant which cannot be achieved with any type of FUE machine.
3) Only a skilled doctor can determine additional characteristics for suitable hair grafts behind the basic quantifiable criteria. The doctor must have a vision of the final results to achieve for the patient. This is another element to be used in selecting  the right hair grafts in order to create natural looking aesthetic outcomes.
4) The Artas hair transplant system uses larger diameter punches relative to most non robotic techniques. Attempts to use smaller punches would result in a higher transection rate. Risks associated with use of large punches include:
i. Larger punches entail larger wounds and scars. Healing complications may also occur.
ii. Larger punches can also damage adjacent follicles, creating a “moth eaten” appearance in the donor area.
5) The extraction phase of the Artas hair transplant technology uses a two needle system. The sharp inner needle extends to create the initial score. Then a round punch structure around the inner needle creates a circular deeper score. This 2 stage FUE technique has been known to bury grafts. Cysts can develop from this.
Although the Artas hair transplant  technology has received FDA clearance and many experts believe in its potential to redefine hair restoration, it requires further refinements and would never replace the discernment of a skilled hair restoration surgeon. Hair transplant being part science and part art would always require the nuanced human touch for the kind of top notch results patients have come to expect in aesthetic surgeries.

Got this from https://www.dermhairclinic.com/a-look-at-the-pros-and-cons-of-the-artas-robotic-hair-transplant-system/ Hope i'm allowed to share this link.

There are cons and prons for everyting things but it's best for the future of hair transplant surgery as the robtos can be good for some causes ..