Hair Transplant Stages
- The patient arrives at the hair transplant center in the morning on an empty stomach, and a blood test is performed.
- Drawings are made to determine the areas where hair will be transplanted, and the number of grafts for each area is decided.
- The hair is shaved. Patients should not shave their hair before coming to the clinic.
- Local anesthesia is applied. The patient will feel no pain or discomfort during the procedure. Many patients converse with the team, watch TV, or sleep during the procedure.
- Based on the hair transplant technique to be used, hair follicles are extracted from the donor area.
- Extracted hair follicles are preserved in a cold environment. Hair grafts can consist of multiple hair roots and are separated into petri dishes.
- Before starting the transplant, the team and patient take a break, and the patient is served lunch.
- To strengthen the roots, plasma and PRP treatments are applied.
- Sapphire-tipped needles are used to open channels for the hair transplant along the determined lines.
- The grafts are placed into the opened channels.
- The patient is informed about the post-procedure care and is asked to return to the clinic the next day for a dressing.
Post Hair Transplant Process
- Following the transplant, following the given instructions significantly affects the results.
- The day after the transplant, the donor area dressing needs to be done. On the second day, the washing session begins, and the patient is asked to return to the clinic. Subsequent hair washes should follow the method taught by the specialist team.
- It’s essential to rest for 5 days to reduce swelling in the scalp and increase the resistance of the hair follicles.
- The scabs formed in the transplant area will disappear by 90% once the washing program is complete. Sometimes, complete disappearance may take 12-13 days.
- After 2 months, hair growth outside the transplant area can be cut with scissors. Shaving machines should be avoided to prevent damage to the roots.
- After the 4th month, the entire head can be shaved with a machine.
- Two months after the transplant, normal hair shedding occurs, and by the 4th month, the roots strengthen and begin to grow. Transplanted hair will not fall out, as the follicles taken from the nape are genetically resistant to hair loss.
- In 10-12 months, the process is completed, and individuals achieve their desired hair appearance.
Pre Hair Transplant Instructions
- The patient should plan for 3 days of rest after the transplant.
- A light breakfast is recommended before the operation, and caffeine should be avoided during the day.
- Smoking and alcohol should be avoided one week before the operation and should not be used on the day of the procedure.
- The patient should not shave their hair before the procedure, as it is essential to have some hair for drawing.
- Wear comfortable clothes with buttons or zippers, and a short-sleeve or sleeveless T-shirt should be worn underneath.
- Regular medications should be discussed with the doctor before the operation.
- It’s best to avoid wearing jewelry or valuable items on the day of the procedure.
- Wash your hair with shampoo before the operation.
Post Hair Transplant Care Instructions
- The prescribed medications should be taken regularly.
- Alcohol should be avoided while taking the medications.
- The first dressing will be done the day after the procedure.
- Ice compresses should be applied to the forehead, temples, and under-eye areas for 10 minutes after the procedure and for the first 3 days while lying down.
- The first 3 days after the procedure are critical for the hair follicles to attach. Avoid any impact on the head, and rest during this period. Activities such as driving, heavy work, sports, and excitement should be avoided.
- The effect of local anesthesia lasts for about 1 month, and you should protect the area from possible impacts.
- For the first 5 days, sleep on your back with a high and firm pillow. Do not let the transplanted area touch the pillow.
- Avoid bending your head forward while reading, using the phone, or working on the computer for the first 4-5 days to prevent swelling in the face and eye area.
- Smoking should be avoided for at least 4-5 days after the transplant, as it interferes with oxygen transfer to the hair follicles.
- The shedding seen in the first 8 days is often due to small hair fragments and does not mean that the transplanted hair is lost.
- Sexual activity should be avoided during the first week, and very hot or very cold environments should be avoided. Stay away from sauna and pool activities.
- For the first 15 days, avoid wearing clothing that goes over your head. Buttoned or zippered clothes are recommended.
- It is important to drink 2.5 or 3 liters of water daily after the procedure to promote hair growth.
- The first dressing will be done the day after the procedure, and the first hair wash will be done 2 days later in the clinic. Subsequent washes should be done according to the method taught by the team.
- Scabbing and itching are normal, but scratching should be avoided.
- During showers, avoid very hot or very cold water, and shower from the shoulders down.
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