Hair transplantation is a procedure that attracts the attention of people who have lost their hair due to sparsity, hair loss, alopecia areata, injuries and burns. This recent demand for hair transplant is due to the developing technology. The preparation process is a matter of curiosity for everyone who considers hair transplant. Because before and after the hair transplant influences the success of the procedure. The preparation process for hair transplantation is a very exhaustive topic which includes regarding to use drug, smoking and to plan which clothes will be preferred. Although this process varies from person to person, it is basically very similar. In addition, if the patient expresses his/her wish in the planning phase of the operation, the satisfaction rate at the end of the operation increases.
Things to Know About Preparation Process for Hair Transplant:
- Planning the hair transplant together with the doctor: First of all, a procedure should be planned with the doctor. This planning is a factor that directly affects the success of the process. Because if the patient receives information about the procedure and gives the doctor his or her own opinion, he/she will be more satisfied at the end of the procedure. In addition, the patient should be informed about the things to be observed after the procedure and the patient should be made aware. Before the procedure, a health test should be performed to determine if there is a disease that prevents the procedure, and the result must be reported to the doctor. The technique to be used in the procedure is also an important issue. An appropriate choice should be made for the patient by evaluating the advantages and disadvantages of each
- Taking medicine before hair transplantation: If medicine is taken regularly before the procedure, the doctor should be If drugs with a blood-thinning effect are used, they should be quitted taking medicines 15 days before the procedure. Otherwise, more bleeding may occur during the procedure. It is recommended not to use these medicine for the first 10 days after the procedure.
- Smoking and alcohol consumption before hair transplantation: Some medications should be avoided before hair transplantation, as well as smoking and alcohol should be stopped. Because both of them are known to increase bleeding during the procedure. Smoking and alcohol should be stopped a week before the procedure, and even the consumption of coffee and tea containing caffeine should also limited. (Including herbal teas)
- Hair cleaning and clothes selection before hair transplantation: After washing the hair before hair transplantation, you should go to the If the shaved hair transplantation is to be performed, hair shaving should be done at home before going to the center. While washing your hair, natural, paraben-free shampoos should be preferred. Clothing should be selected in favor of simple buttoned or zippered clothing. Clothes which causes rubbing can damage hair and should therefore not be preferred. Experts recommend wearing t-shirt-style clothing.
- Nutrition before hair transplantation: Nutrition before hair transplantation should be the same in favor of natural and balanced foods as after hair transplantation. Before hair transplantation, foods that cause constipation problems should not be consumed and foods rich in grains should also be consumed. It is also important to drink plenty of
- Avoid products with chemical substances before hair transplantation: For hair health, it is always necessary to avoid products containing chemical substances. However, one should be more careful before and after hair transplantation. Care products not recommended by the doctor, such as hair cream and gel, should not be
If the above recommendations are followed before hair transplantation, the recovery process will speed up and satisfaction will increase after the procedure.
Important Advices About Hair Transplantation
- Hair transplantation should be performed by an experienced doctor and health team in sterile environments with personalized disposable The procedure should not be performed in hair transplant centers that you are not sure about. Otherwise, critical health issues may be encountered.
- It is important to look at the hair transplant procedures and results that the doctor has performed before in order to make the right Inexperienced doctors may not give the desired result.
- Since hair transplantation is a surgical procedure, all questions in mind should be asked and answered before the
- The hair transplant center should be selected from the recommended centers as much as possible.
- Sometimes it is not enough to get the opinion of a single doctor before the As many doctors as possible should be consulted and then a decision should be made.
- Hair transplantation centers that promise high hair follicles transplantation at once should not be believed. Since the donor area is consumed in a hair transplant performed in this way, the second hair transplant cannot be
- Realistic results should be found out by consulting the doctor. Expecting exaggerated results will be disappointing.
- Information about post-procedure maintenance should be obtained before the procedure. False moves have negative
- Before the procedure, patients should be informed about the situations which prevent this process. Otherwise, negative health problems will
All Steps of Hair Transplantation from the Beginning to the End
Decision Making and Timing: The right time for hair loss is when hair loss stops completely. If this situation has affected the person socially and psychologically and they are considering hair transplantation, other steps can be taken.
Research and Information: While internet information can give you information about everything, sometimes it can be wrong. If there is chance to talk with someone who have had hair transplantation before, it can be received his/her advices on it. The more conscious you are before the procedure, the higher is the success rate of the procedure.
Hair Analysis: Hair analysis is the analysis of hair thickness, color, skin color, type of hair loss. Hair transplantation and which the technique will be used in the procedure should be decided after hair analysis. If the hair loss phase continues or the hair loss level is not enough, this phase should be waited before hair transplantation. For people who experience intense hair loss, the choice of doctor should begin after the hair analysis. The hair analysis that is requested from one center may not be enough or an incorrect analysis is performed. Therefore, it is important to have more than one hair analysis.
Choose a Physician: The selection of physician should be in favor of experienced physicians with advanced manual skills. Since hair transplantation is a surgical procedure, it demands the more experience. The doctor must be certified by the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey. Advertising activities should be avoided. Another important point is that you feel comfortable with the doctor performing the procedure. If you are shy and do not ask all the questions in your mind, there will be uncertainty. In addition, the results of doctor’s previous operations should be checked as before/after.
Preliminary consultation: The preliminary consultation is an interview about the procedure that will be carried out after the patient’s hair analysis. In this phase, the patient chooses their doctor. In the preliminary talk, all of the patient’s questions should be answered and a clear decision should be made. You can make an appointment by filling out the contact form for a preliminary interview by getting support from phone number or live help.
What is discussed in the preliminary consultation: First, the doctor should get to know the patient better by filling out the patient information sheet. Then the hair analysis is started. In this phase, a detailed hair analysis is very important. The rate of hair loss, its stage, its causes, the amount of hair follicles to be transplanted and the technique of the procedure are discussed. Blood is given for detailed examinations. At this phase, it should be informed the doctor in case of regular medication or chronic illness.
Before hair transplantation: One week before hair transplantation, smoking and alcohol consumption should be stopped, caffeinated drinks should be avoided, light foods should be eaten, constipation should be prevented.
During the procedure: The first procedure in hair transplantation is the examination, which is called the consultation. During this examination, the front hairline and the distribution of the hair follicles to be transplanted are determined. The age and face shape of the patient are very important in the consultation. Planning is based on the patient’s wishes. If necessary, the hair is shaved and a surgical gown is put on.
Local anesthesia or sedation: Before starting the procedure, an appropriate dosage should be determined for the patient and local anesthesia or sedation should be applied so that the patient does not feel pain during the procedure.
Removal of hair follicles from the donor area: It is the collection of hair follicles from the area where the hair follicles are most concentrated, which is determined as the donor area. If the procedure is planned to be performed using the FUT technique, the hair follicles are taken from the scalp as strips. If it is to be performed using the FUE technique, they are extracted one by one. The FUE technique is a more comfortable technique than the FUT technique. The FUE technique has a shorter recovery time and is simpler as there are 0.6mm to 0.8mm wound incisions on the scalp.
Channel opening: The channel opening is the area where hair is sparse or where hair loss occurs, which is called the recipient area. Opening channels in these areas is a necessary procedure for transplantation of hair follicles taken from the donor area.
Transplantation of hair follicles: After the channel opening, hair follicles are transplanted to the recipient area. It is important to catch the right angle and direction of the hair follicles.
After the procedure: In the first 3 days after the procedure, the scalp should be carefully protected, the donor and recipient areas should not be wet. The usage of the care products recommended by the doctor and regular care accelerate the healing process.
Frequently asked questions about hair transplant preparation process
Is it okay to quit taking the medications that I use regularly?
Although hair transplantation is a minimally invasive method, an effective preparation process is required. Because both patients receive sedation and the procedure is an operation performed with using micro methods. One of these preparation processes is for patients to quit taking blood thinners. The reason for this request is to prevent possible bleeding during the procedure. Many of the patients using this group of medicines encounter blood clotting problems. Therefore, it is important for this patient group to use and continue to use blood thinners. Therefore, the drugs used before the operation should never be left to an individual decision. The doctor who prescribed these drugs should be consulted, patients should stop their drugs after consulting and then start again with their knowledge.
How many days am I not allowed to go to work?
Hair transplants are procedures that are performed with using more than one method. The method to be used in each patient may vary depending on the patient’s condition and the area to be treated. Therefore, it will be better for you to make a vacation schedule after your consultation examination rather than planning your vacation program.
What should I consider when I choose my doctor for a hair transplant?
Although hair transplantation is a comfortable and reliable procedure, it is a procedure that requires expertise. The doctor and his/her team who perform the hair transplant should have many years of experience in the field, have met many different cases and be able to provide satisfactory results to their patients. When it is a matter of hair transplantation, there are many methods like DHI, FUE etc. While some of these methods can be applied to every patient group, some (e.g. DHI method) are not applicable to every patient group. The team should be able to master these distinctions and properly assess the current condition of your hair. In addition, it should be able to plan the hair transplant protocol and procedure process tailored to your needs. When choosing the doctor who will perform your hair transplant, you should take into account that in addition to the competencies mentioned above as well as they also have experience in this field.
