After Hair Transplantation Process
The postoperative process is a very interesting process for patients who had undergone this procedure and want to achieve the desired appearance as soon as possible, or for those who are considering this procedure. As with every procedure, there is a recovery period after hair transplantation. While the recovery period can take a year for some patients, it can take six months after a year for others. The things you need to know to speed up this process and pass it consciously are the following.
The first three days after the hair transplant: The patient is discharged from the hair transplantation center while the recipient and donor area are put on a bandage. You may feel mild pain, because the local anesthetic that is used during the procedure completely loses its effect on the second day. Clot areas, swelling, edema, redness and crusting may occur in the first three days of the procedure. It is possible that they will disappear with good care. Hands should be kept away from the surgical area to avoid infection.
Until the end of the first three days:
- Heavy exercise should be avoided and plenty of bed rest should be
- You should stay away from
- Smoking, alcohol, herbal tea, coffee should not be consumed until the end of the first week after the
- Depending on the method of the procedure, the hair should not be
- There is no harm in sleeping on your back, but serious blows and trauma should be avoided. Double pillows should be used while
- Medicines recommended by the doctor can be used in case of
- You should avoid going to places like sauna and sea and avoid being under the
- Cap, hats should not be worn. Clothing that causes friction should not be put on. In addition, on the third day after the procedure, the hair washing procedure is carried out in the center. After hair wash, the bandage is not put on again, it is left open by dressing the treatment
The first ten days after the hair transplant:
The first ten days after hair transplantation is the first phase of recovery. The crusts formed as a result of the procedure fall off by themselves, redness and clot areas disappear, swelling goes down. After the first ten days, recovery accelerates.
By the end of the first fifteen days:
- Heavy exercises should be avoided; you can be taken for a
- Do not enter the sea and the
- Take a shower with lukewarm water, not with too cold or too hot
- Avoid direct sunlight and prolonged stays on the donor or recipient
First month after hair transplant:
After the first fifteen days after the hair transplant, the loss of the transplanted hair can be seen. This is known as shock loss. This phase continues towards the end of the first month and sometimes even into the second month. Due to all transplanted hair can fall out, an appearance can occur like that you have never been performed hair transplantation. But don’t worry about it, this hair will be replaced by a new and permanent one.
The first three months after the hair transplant:
In the third month, the shock loss has been completed and new hair slowly grows back. Newly grown hair is thin. Therefore, the person’s morale may deteriorate, but in the future these hairs will become stronger. Again, new hair growth during this time can cause acne and itching. Any products other than those recommended by the treating physician should not be used and you should not scratch the scalp.
The first six months after the hair transplant:
The growth phase of new hair accelerates in the fourth month and shows a growth of 50% to 60% in the sixth month. In this month, the complaints due to the procedure will pass and if the scalp is not traumatized or taken a hit, the recovery period will accelerate.
The first eight months after the hair transplant:
By the end of the eighth month, healing is nearing completion and 80-90% of the hair is regrowth.
First year after hair transplant:
The hair regrowth, the growth process and the healing process are fully complete in some patients by the end of the first year. But in some patients, this process may continue for another six months. At the end of this one year, the patient gets the end result. The hair has reached the desired length and thickness and is permanent.
Situations that are expected in the patients after hair transplantation operation:
- If the FUT technique is not used in hair transplantation, it is not even a matter of any stitches or any
- In terms of the risk of infection are very critical things like very cold or very hot waters, direct contact without washing hands, being in environments such as baths and saunas, clothing that causes friction, prolonged exposure to the sun. Therefore, attention should be paid to
- Redness may occur as a result of the procedure. In order for these rashes to go away, you should not prolong exposure to the sun and to wear clothing that is suitable for
- In some cases, itching can occur for the first fifteen days and in some cases up to two The surgical areas should not be scratched and hard movements should be avoided.
- Recovery time may vary depending on the procedure Detailed information should be obtained from the physician and his/her team.
- After staying at home for the first 3-4 days and taking a rest, you can return to daily life. 7-10 days should be waited to return to
- Drink plenty of water for the first 3-4 days and avoid salty
- Swelling and edema are normal depending on the procedure. By consuming plenty of water, this swelling and edema can be
- Avoid contact of the treated area with water until you wash your hair for the first
- Since new hair grows in different processes, their length can vary. It will balance over
The process after hair transplantation depends on the technique that is used during the procedure. For example, the FUT technique has a longer recovery time because the hair follicles are extracted from the donor area as strips, however the FUE technique has a shorter recovery time than the FUT technique because the hair follicles are extracted from the donor area one by one. Because of the fact that the channel is not opened in the DHI technique, the recovery time is even shorter than in the FUE technique. The sensitivity and skin type of the patient are also important here. The more sensitive the patient is, the more swelling and edema will increase in the operation area, so people with sensitivity problems should pay more attention to care. When the hair follicles in the recipient area are transplanted with the right angle and direction, the exit angle of the hair follicles looks more aesthetic and realistic. Therefore, hair transplantation should be performed by a team specialized in this field.
The density of the transplanted hair, the thickness of the hair, the amount of hair loss in the recipient area, the color of the scalp and hair are very important. The success of the procedure may vary depending on these characteristics. For example, this procedure gives great and precise results in people with thick hair and in dark-haired people, and the recovery time may be shorter, but process is different in people with thin hair and blondes. If the hair loss in the recipient area is large, the recovery time may be longer because the process needs to be repeated several times.
Nutrition after hair transplantation
Nutrition affects all systems in the body as well as hair health. Consuming foods that contain vitamins A, B, and E, zinc, and iron are ingredients that directly influence hair health.
The B vitamins B7 and B12 are very important for hair health. Chicken, red meat, bananas, nuts and eggs are rich products in B7 and B12.
Zinc is a mineral that directly affects hair loss. Therefore, foods that are high in zinc prevents hair loss after hair transplantation and nourish the hair. Foods high in zinc include red meat, chickpeas, fish, spinach and eggs.
Another mineral that lengthens and nourishes hair is iron. Spinach, beans, and offal like liver are foods high in iron.
Vitamin E, which is included in many cosmetic products, is a vitamin that makes hair shiny and nourishes it. Although it is contained in cosmetic products, it is more effective to take it through food. Therefore, foods such as olive oil, spinach, and almonds, which are sources of vitamin E, should be consumed frequently. The other aspect of vitamin E is that it heals the wounds in the body. This means that wounds and scabs that can be seen due to hair transplantation are healed in a short time thanks to vitamin E.
When foods such as potatoes, cabbage, and pumpkin, which are sources of vitamin A, are consumed, the hair becomes stronger and recovery time is reduced.
Fast-foods should be avoided and natural and balanced diet should be paid to attention. Otherwise, the healing process can be prolonged.
After hair transplantation, shaving should be done after the scabs fall off completely. Although this period varies from person to person, it is usually at the end of 1 month. If there is a crust on the scalp, bleeding will occur when the hair is shaved and the healing time will be longer as the scabs are damaged.
After hair transplantation, hair dyeing and gel application should be delayed until the end of the second month of the procedure. Waiting for this period is the time that takes for the hair to grow back. After the hair has grown to the desired length, gel can be used, you can have your hair dyed and blow-dried.
Frequently asked 3 questions and 3 answers about the healing process of a hair transplant!
Hair transplantation is one of the most common medical applications today. Hair transplantation centers that renew themselves day by day in the face of increasing demand can perform hair transplants very comfortably and reliably. We accompany you not only in the process of hair transplantation, but also in the recovery process after the procedure with our professional staff. We will help you complete the process with maximum comfort. We have put together 3 frequently asked questions about the healing process of a hair transplant for you.
1) Which care products can I use after hair transplantation?
Hair transplantation is a minimally invasive operation. No matter which method is used in the operation, it occurs a crust forms in the healing process at the end of the day. According to the preferred method, this crusting time and the associated wounds can be wide or narrow. It is important to ensure that the recipient area heals properly. The recipient area should not come into contact with water for the first 3 days. Our team informs our patients about the products how to use and the way to wash their hair. Of course, every patient has their own special shampoos, care creams and oils, which they have not given up for many years. However, you should use the products according to our recommendations instead of your personal care products.
2) Poor Nutrition leads to hair loss. Do I have to change my diet or follow a special diet after the hair transplantation?
First of all, we should state definitely that you need to have an adequate and balanced diet in order to protect your physical and mental health. Regardless of whether you are a hair transplant patient or not, you should choose an active life and eat healthy to feel fit at the end of the day. However, there is no special diet or nutritional regimen for the time after the hair transplant. However, it is known that vitamin E nourishes the hair. Including foods that contain vitamin E in your diet will have a positive impact on your hair health.
3) When can I return to my social life?
Hair transplantation is a reliable and comfortable procedure. Today, after hair transplantation procedures that are performed with using the Sapphire-FUE method, patients recover very quickly and can return to their social and business life in a short time. But even when returning to daily routine life, there are some general conditions that patients should pay attention to in the first 10 days. Your hair should not be exposed to sunlight; you should not wear a hat or beret. However, since crust formations occur during this time, you should carry out the care rituals without interruption. It will be healthier for you to return to your work life after an average of 10 days, especially as it will be difficult to maintain these rituals in business life.
