What to Consider on the Day of Hair Transplantation?
Before coming to the procedure, you should wash your hair. Then you should avoid using styling products such as gel, spray and products that harden the hair.
It will be appropriate to come to the application full. Due to the long duration of the operation, it is recommended to wear comfortable clothes. You should avoid clothes with narrow collars and prefer clothes with wide collars or front buttons.
Since you will need to lie down for a long time during the operation, you should be careful not to drive. Therefore, you should consider this issue when coming to the procedure.
Expectations and Realities After Hair Transplantation
It is important to understand the timeline of hair growth after transplantation, manage expectations and distinguish false beliefs. We can summarize the expected growth stages after hair transplantation as follows:
1-6 Weeks: Transplanted hair may fall out in the first period, but this is a normal process. New hair growth can be observed in some patients.
4-6 Months: Patients usually notice an increase in hair growth. The new hair may be thin, but will thicken over time.
6-9 Months: Hair continues to grow and thicken.
10-12 Months: Most patients observe the full results of the transplant at this stage.
Now, let’s compare common expectations with realistic experience. This comparison aims to provide a more realistic view of the hair transplant process and results.
Expectations | Reality |
Immediate results | The full effects of the transplant are usually seen after 10-12 months. |
No postoperative discomfort | Some patients may feel a slight discomfort on the scalp in the days after the procedure. |
100% shutdown | The amount of coverage varies depending on hair loss and the number of grafts transplanted. |
Unnoticed planting scar | There may be small scars, but experienced surgeons can make them as unnoticeable as possible. |
A successful hair transplant can make hair thicker and increase self-confidence. But having realistic expectations will help you better understand the hair transplant process and its results. We will learn more about the cost of hair transplantation in the next section.
Esteworld hair transplant specialists discuss realistic expectations with the patient by performing a hair analysis during the initial consultation. o The patient’s hair structure and personal preferences are taken into consideration to plan the operation. What needs to be done before and after the operation is explained to the patients in detail and necessary precautions are taken. Good planning supports a successful hair transplant operation.