In fact, it’s normal for some of your hair to fall out for the first three months after the procedure. Healing can take somewhere between 6 to 12 months. But once the healing process is complete, the transplanted follicles begin to grow hair that will fill out the bald patches on your scalp.
In this regard, are hair transplants worth it?
If your quality of life is being affected by your hair loss, a hair transplant may be able to relieve some of this anxiety and help restore your confidence. Many patients report that a hair transplant has completely changed their life, giving them much more confidence and a sense of freedom.
One may also ask, can I shave my head after hair transplant?
Hair transplantation experts recommend shaving your hair 1-1.5 months after the operation. Hair shaving, even with a scissor, before 1 month’s period may cause you to lose some of your hair follicles. However, after 1 month, the transplanted hair will be more secure. Therefore, there will be no risk of hair loss.
Can I sleep on donor area?
After we remove the bandage the next day, you can sleep in any position – over the back, sides or on the stomach. Additionally, you can lie on the donor areas too. However, for the first 10 days you should avoid letting the transplanted areas touch the pillow or anywhere for that matter.
Can I wear a wig after hair transplant?
You can wear a wig or camouflaging products 7 days afterward and color your hair 15 days after the procedure. Your stiches should be removed 2 weeks post-procedure, and we will help you schedule your appointment. You may experience postoperative shock loss that may arise 4 to 6 weeks after a procedure.
Do hair transplants hurt?
You’ll likely feel pain or soreness at the transplant site as well as in the area where hair was taken from. For the next few days, your surgeon may prescribe: pain medications, such as ibuprofen (Advil) antibiotics to prevent infections.
How can I hide my head after hair transplant?
Your surgeon will suggest you wait at least 10 days before you start wearing hats or other head accessories. However, if you still wish to cover your scalp, your surgeon would recommend wearing a loose, easily adjustable hood or a hat. Your doctor can guide you with the most appropriate type of hat.
What are the disadvantages of hair transplant?
What are the complications associated with a hair transplant?
- bleeding.
- infection.
- swelling of the scalp.
- bruising around the eyes.
- a crust that forms on the areas of the scalp where hair was removed or implanted.
- numbness or lack of sensation on the treated areas of the scalp.
- itching.
What happens after 2 months of hair transplant?
2-Months After hair Transplant
As shown, the transplanted hairs have all released and shed. This is normal and expected at this stage. The hairs that are transplanted go through a temporary “shock” period where the actual hair shaft is released.
What happens after 8 months of hair transplant?
About eight months after surgery, the hair gradually became thicker and darker. Also, after about eight months, the patient will see the final hair growth pattern. Within 12 months, all significant changes will stop, and the result should be a full strand of hair.
What is a good age to get a hair transplant?
As a rule of thumb, patients should consider hair transplant surgery if they have turned 30 or older. For those younger than 30 they ought to consider hair loss medications first to stabilise their hair loss before considering surgery like an FUE hair transplant.
What is the success rate of hair transplant?
For successful hair transplants, grafts must survive and adapt to new areas where they are transplanted. Clinical studies show that about 85-95% of all implanted grafts easily grow in the transplanted area. This high percentage indicates that hair transplants are generally very successful.
When can I shower normally after hair transplant?
Patients can immediately bathe after a hair transplant procedure but should keep their scalp dry. After 48 hours they can gently wash the transplanted areas but should not allow shower water to directly hit the new grafts. After one week, patients may shower and wash their hair normally.
When can I touch my transplanted hair?
You need to be very cautious for the first two weeks after hair transplantation. This is because grafts are not fixated immediately after transplantation. After 2 to 5 days, if any bandages are placed, they can be removed, but don’t touch the grafts.