Hair Transplantation

Reclaim your confidence & identity with our Precision Hair Restoration. AI-powered robotic systems and physician artistry for natural, permanent results.

Venus ARTAS iX Robotic Hair Transplant System at Zen Regenerative Wellness

Venus ARTAS iX

AI-Powered Robotic Hair Transplant System

Why Patients Fly to Little Rock for Their Transplant

Every year, thousands of Americans travel to Turkey, Mexico, and Southeast Asia for "cheap" hair transplants — only to return with botched hairlines, uneven density, infection risks, and zero recourse. Others pay $30,000+ at high-profile coastal clinics where you may never see the surgeon during the actual procedure.

At Zen Regenerative Wellness, patients fly in from across the country because they get what no other clinic offers: the Venus ARTAS iX robotic system performing both follicle harvesting and recipient-site creation, Dr. Kris Shewmake — a board-certified plastic surgeon with 30+ years of experience on-site for the entire procedure, specialized Hair Technicians with 20+ years of experience working under Dr. Shewmake's direct supervision, a dedicated CRNA delivering conscious sedation instead of general anesthesia, and a full regenerative recovery ecosystem — IV therapy, HBOT, NeoLight, exosomes, and a luxury post-op recovery suite at The Burgundy Hotel — all under one roof, at a fraction of coastal pricing.

This isn't a hair mill. Every hairline is custom designed by Dr. Shewmake. Every graft is placed under his direct supervision. Every patient receives the full Zen treatment — because we believe that how you recover is just as important as how you transplant.

The Zen Advantage

Dr. Shewmake — Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

In private practice since 1996. Personally designs your hairline and guides every recipient site and graft placement — hands-on, in real time.

ARTAS iX Robotic Precision

AI-powered system handles both follicle harvesting and recipient-site creation at 44-micron resolution. Minimized scarring, no linear scar.

20+ Year Hair Technicians

Specialized transplant technicians with two decades of experience, working under Dr. Shewmake's direct supervision.

Dedicated CRNA on Your Procedure

A Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist — an advanced-practice anesthesia provider — monitors and administers nitrous oxide. Lidocaine local injectables ensure the scalp is fully numb. No general anesthesia.

Integrated Recovery Protocol

PRP + exosomes during surgery, HBOT + NeoLight post-op for faster graft survival.

Luxury Recovery Suite

Zen Recovery Care at The Burgundy Hotel — private nursing, IV therapy, concierge service.

Ongoing Hair Preservation

Finasteride, Minoxidil, PRP maintenance — we protect your investment long-term.

Transparent Pricing

Competitive per-graft pricing with no hidden fees. Fraction of coastal clinic costs.

Meet Your Surgeon

Dr. Kris Shewmake

Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon · Founder, Shewmake Plastic Surgery · Medical Director

Dr. Kris Shewmake — Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon and Founder of Shewmake Plastic Surgery, Little Rock, AR

In Private Practice Since

1996

Since 1996, Dr. Kris Shewmake has been transforming the lives of his patients in his private Little Rock practice — helping them achieve a more youthful, rested, natural appearance.

His extensive experience with cranial and facial surgeries — including reconstructive work on infants with birth deformities — gave him a level of micro-anatomical precision that translates directly into hair restoration. Every hairline is designed by hand. Every recipient site is mapped to the natural angle, direction, and density of the surrounding follicles. This is plastic surgery, performed by a plastic surgeon.

At Zen, Dr. Shewmake personally designs every hairline, directs each ARTAS iX harvest and recipient-site creation, and guides graft placement hands-on alongside our specialized 20+ year Hair Technicians. He is in the room — at the chair — for the entire procedure.

"Hair restoration is plastic surgery. It deserves the same precision, the same artistry, and the same surgeon-led care that I give every patient who has trusted me since 1996."— Dr. Kris Shewmake

Read Dr. Shewmake's Full Bio & Credentials

A Surgeon's Hand on Every Graft

What "Hands-On" Actually Means

Most clinics promise a surgeon. Few deliver one in the room, at the chair, guiding the work in real time. Here is what Dr. Shewmake personally performs — and why it matters.

1. Custom Hairline Design

Dr. Shewmake personally designs your hairline at the consultation and re-confirms it on the day of surgery. Hairline design is the difference between a natural transformation and a recognizable transplant — and it is decided by the surgeon, not delegated.

2. Direction of the ARTAS Harvest

Dr. Shewmake programs and supervises the ARTAS iX as it harvests follicular units. He decides which donor zones to draw from, the angle and depth of each extraction, and adjusts in real time to preserve donor density.

3. Recipient-Site Mapping & Creation

Every recipient site is planned to match the natural angle, direction, and density pattern of your existing hair. Dr. Shewmake personally guides the ARTAS site creation — not as a default setting, but as a custom-mapped surgical plan for your scalp.

4. Real-Time Graft Placement Guidance

Dr. Shewmake stays in the room during placement, working hands-on with our specialized 20+ year Hair Technicians as each follicular unit is implanted. This is the phase where artistry and density decisions are made — and he is at the chair, not in another room.

5. PRP & Exosome Integration

Regenerative additives — PRP and exosomes — are personally integrated into the procedure by Dr. Shewmake to support graft survival, accelerate healing, and stimulate dormant follicles in the surrounding zones.

6. Post-Op Plan Owned by the Surgeon

Your follow-up schedule — including HBOT, NeoLight red light, and any maintenance protocols — is designed by Dr. Shewmake, not handed off. He sees every patient back personally to assess healing and density.

Our Technology

AI-Powered Robotic Hair Transplant

Venus ARTAS iX

The ARTAS iX system uses artificial intelligence and robotic precision for both phases of the procedure — first harvesting individual follicular units with such accuracy that scarring is minimized, then creating the recipient sites for implantation. Its 3D mapping technology analyzes density, direction, and optimal graft placement, delivering results that look natural from every angle.

AI-guided follicle selection
Robotic precision harvesting
Robotic recipient-site creation
Minimal scarring, faster recovery
Hands-On Artistry · Since 1996 · Founder of Shewmake Plastic Surgery

Dr. Kris Shewmake — Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

Every Zen hair transplant is performed under the hands-on direction of Dr. Kris Shewmake, a board-certified plastic surgeon in private practice in Little Rock since 1996. Dr. Shewmake personally designs your hairline, directs the angle and direction of each follicular harvest, plans every recipient site, and guides the placement of grafts in real time alongside our specialized Hair Technicians. This is not delegated work. This is plastic surgery — performed by a plastic surgeon — in the same operative environment Dr. Shewmake has built his reputation on for nearly three decades. He is one of only two plastic surgeons in Arkansas elected to the prestigious Association of Plastic Surgeons.

Hands-on hairline design
Personally directs follicle harvest
Plans and supervises every recipient site
Guides graft placement in real time
Awake, Comfortable, Fully Numb — Without General Anesthesia

CRNA-Administered Sedation

A Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) is an advanced-practice nurse with a graduate-level degree, board certification, and thousands of hours of supervised anesthesia training. CRNAs are credentialed to deliver and monitor anesthesia in operating rooms, hospitals, and surgical suites — and having one dedicated to your hair transplant is genuinely exceptional. Most cosmetic clinics simply do not staff at this level. At Zen, our CRNA administers nitrous oxide for relaxation while Dr. Shewmake uses lidocaine local injectables to ensure the scalp is completely numb. You stay awake and comfortable, you avoid the grogginess and risks of general anesthesia, and a credentialed anesthesia professional is monitoring your vitals and comfort the entire time.

CRNA-credentialed anesthesia care
Continuous monitoring throughout procedure
Nitrous oxide for calm relaxation
Lidocaine local for full numbness — no general anesthesia

The Concierge Experience

From the moment you land in Little Rock to your final follow-up, every detail is handled for you.

Airport Pickup

Private car service from Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport directly to your accommodation

Luxury Lodging

Curated boutique hotel stays at The Capital Hotel or similar premium properties in Little Rock

Post-Op Recovery Support

IV infusions, HBOT sessions, red light therapy, and nurse-supervised recovery included

Ongoing Medical Follow-Up

Finasteride, Minoxidil, and maintenance protocols prescribed and managed by our physicians

Beyond the Transplant

Supportive Recovery Protocols

  • Rapid Recovery IV Infusion — nutrients for graft survival
  • Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) — accelerated healing
  • Red Light Therapy — reduced inflammation & follicle stimulation

Ongoing Maintenance

  • Finasteride (oral or topical) — DHT blocker to protect existing hair
  • Minoxidil — stimulates blood flow to follicles
  • PRF / Exosome injections — regenerative booster treatments
  • Optional cosmetic density support for eyebrows & beard
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The ARTAS iX Robotic Hair Transplant System

Patient Results

Real hair transplant transformations

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Hair Transplant Result

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Hair Restoration Result

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Density Restoration

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Individual results may vary.

Real Results

Hair Transplant Patient Stories

Real transformations from patients who chose Zen for their hair restoration journey.

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Michael T.

Male, 36 | Sales Director

Concern

Receding hairline and thinning crown (Norwood 4) since his late 20s. Had been wearing hats daily and avoiding photos. Tried finasteride and minoxidil with limited results. Wanted a permanent solution.

Zen Protocol

ARTAS iX FUE (2,800 grafts)PRP During SurgeryExosomesHBOT Post-Op

Result

Full hairline restoration with natural density. By month 4, new growth was visible. By month 9, the transformation was dramatic. Michael stopped wearing hats entirely and says coworkers assumed he'd "always had great hair."

"The robotic precision was incredible — I watched some of it on the screen. Zero pain, and I was back at work in 3 days. By month 6, I couldn't stop looking in the mirror. My confidence is completely different now. I wish I'd done this 5 years ago."

— Michael T.

Full results at 9 months

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Amanda P.

Female, 42 | Interior Designer

Concern

Diffuse thinning across the top of the scalp after menopause. Visible scalp through her hair under overhead lighting. Self-conscious in client meetings. Tried PRP twice elsewhere with minimal improvement.

Zen Protocol

ARTAS iX FUE (1,200 grafts)Exosome TherapyOral FinasterideNeoLight

Result

Density restored across the top of her scalp. The combination of targeted transplantation plus exosomes and finasteride for existing hair produced a comprehensive result. At 10 months, her stylist said her hair was "the thickest it's been in a decade."

"I cried in the parking lot after my 6-month follow-up. Not because something was wrong — because I finally looked like myself again. The thinning had been slowly stealing my confidence for years. Zen gave it back."

— Amanda P.

Visible density by 5 months, full result at 10 months

Names have been changed to protect patient privacy. Individual results may vary.

From the Regen Blog

Deeper Reads on Hair Restoration

Honest, in-depth perspectives from the Zen clinical team — written for patients who want the science behind every recommendation.

Scalp Health

Sylfirm X RF Microneedling with BENEV Exosomes

Why Brad combines radiofrequency microneedling with stem-cell-derived exosomes to wake up the scalp and support thinning hair.

Brad Heird, MHA, RN, BSN

10 min read

Hair Restoration

PRP, Exosomes, and Transplantation Compared

Dr. Shewmake breaks down the three most effective hair restoration approaches and how to choose the right one for your stage of hair loss.

Dr. Kris Shewmake, MD

8 min read

Recovery

Recovery After Hair Transplant: A Day-by-Day Guide

From Day 1 swelling to Month 12 final results — exactly what to expect after your ARTAS robotic hair transplant, with concierge tips at every stage.

Tina Talbert

9 min read

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