Maintenance after hair transplant

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Hair loss significantly impacts self-esteem and can affect both men and women. Over time, more or less effective methods of combating baldness have been discovered and tested.

Hair transplantation is the most advanced method for restoring lost hair. This is defined by moving the hair follicles from one area of the body to another and can be achieved through various modes: flap, strip method (Follicular Unit Transplantation), FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction), and DHI (Direct Hair Implant).

Whatever procedure is more suitable, you should always follow your doctor’s hair transplant maintenance advice following this surgery.

Advice to follow

Hair transplantation is an operation; as with any surgery, it takes time to get the desired results. So what should be done, but more importantly, what should not be done after a hair transplant?

After the operation, the hair grafts will fall in the first ten days and up to 6 weeks. After this period, the hair will grow and continue this process for up to a year.

Here are some tips you need to follow if you have just undergone a hair transplant.

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Such as:

  1. Sleep on your back using a medical pillow five days after the operation.
  2. Avoid bowing your head in the first days after surgery, so the blood pressure will not reach the hair follicles.
  3. Wear easy-to-wear clothes to avoid reaching your scalp, especially in the first few weeks.
  4. Avoid touching the scalp and not scratching the first 15 days after the operation.
  5. Avoid drinking coffee and green tea if the doctor recommends nothing else.
  6. Avoid swimming in the pool and sauna 15 days after the surgery.
  7. Do not smoke for at least one week after the operation.
  8. Avoid physical activities that require effort for about two months.
  9. Avoid direct sun exposure and hair dye for one month after the surgery.
  10. Alcohol consumption is forbidden in the first three days after the operation.
  11. Use very soft towels to dry the scalp after washing.

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Additional recommendations

We recommend that you seek medical advice on the products used after surgery to ensure that their ingredients do not interfere with post-operative treatment.

At the same time, remember that the hair’s health depends on the whole body’s health, so ensure that the body is hydrated enough and follows a proper diet rich in vitamins and nutrients.

Read Also: What Are The Factors that Determine Hair Transplant cost?

Risks and complications

Each procedure presents risks and limitations, which must be balanced with its benefits. If the hair transplant maintenance procedures are not followed correctly, patients may struggle with risks and poor results.

The Hayat Med team believes that all patients should be informed with the utmost sincerity in this regard to make their own decision, follow the doctors’ advice and be aware of the implications of the surgery.

Hayat Med is available with great and experienced doctors for all procedures.

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About the author

Binsy George
Binsy George

Binsy brings over 13 years of expertise to the HayatMed Clinic Blog. With a passion for healthcare communication, she has crafted insightful articles that demystify complex medical topics, empowering readers to make informed decisions about their well-being.
Her wealth of experience ensures that each blog post is a reliable source of knowledge, fostering a deeper understanding of health and medical advancements.

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