Hair Transplant Surgery

Hair Transplant Aftercare

More and more patients choose to undergo hair transplants or restoration procedures because they have an impressively high success rate and are incredibly safe. However, hair transplant aftercare plays a large part in a transplant's final result and overall look.

The aftercare process starts before the surgery has even begun. We ask about your health and medical history to ensure we can tailor the entire process individually. Post-operative care is also one of the factors we use to determine which treatments are most suitable.

FUE hair transplant aftercare is much easier to manage than older, more outdated treatments. This is because the procedure is less invasive, minimises scarring, and facilitates healthy regrowth.

As with all our treatments, aftercare for a hair transplant is always personalised to you. While we have addressed the essential questions in this section, if you require further information about the possible side effects, questions about returning to work, or other things that you might need to think about, please raise these in an initial, no-obligation consultation.

After Hair Transplant Care with Dr Manish Mittal Hair Transplant Clinic

We make post-operative care as straightforward as possible while always providing a bespoke regime. To ensure all our patients are clear on the process for aftercare for FUE hair transplant or any other treatment, the clinic staff will discuss all the instructions with you before and after your procedure. However, to ensure you are comfortable with the process, you will also be given a full list of instructions.

To ensure your procedure's success, adhere to the hair transplant aftercare dos and don'ts. These outline when you can return to work, when you can wear headgear, and when you can return to activities such as swimming and sunbathing.

The Hair Transplant Aftercare Package

Proper recovery support is essential after a hair transplant procedure to ensure strong growth and natural long-term results.
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All patients are required to take a 3-day antibiotic regimen to minimise swelling and reduce the risk of any infections. However, it is entirely normal to experience some swelling at this stage. Any other medications prescribed will be determined by the surgeon who performs the procedure. This will not be the same for every patient because we take into consideration existing conditions, the cause of hair loss, and other factors, such as age.

Dr Manish Mittal Hair Transplant Clinic will also provide specialist shampoos to care for your hair after the procedure. You must use these to protect the health and environment of the newly transplanted hair follicles. When you are at the clinic, the staff will also be able to demonstrate how to wash your hair and use the aftercare products to minimise the risk of dislodging the follicles. Again, this will also be listed in the information pack provided.

There may be some dryness and scabbing on the scalp, which tends to occur as the healing process speeds up (around four days after the procedure). We will guide you on managing and washing your hair to help remove scabs and dry skin as soon as possible and restore your scalp to normal.

After Your FUE Hair Transplant

We provide a 12-month check-up consultation for all patients (even if you experience no side effects). After a year, you will have completed a full regrowth term, and hair should have gone through a complete growth cycle. This means we can fully evaluate the results of the hair transplant and assess its success. At this point, our medical staff can evaluate whether future treatment is required/recommended. Due to the degree of hair loss, it is standard for some patients to require two sessions to achieve the desired final look.

More Regular Consultations

After a hair transplant, care is personalised to each patient. Some doctors may request that you return to the clinic for evaluation sooner, sometimes at 3- or 6-month intervals. Although hair transplant aftercare is gentle, some people can experience side effects, and some patients may believe their regrowth is not coming through as expected in the hair growth timeline.

To protect your hair, it's essential to minimise stress wherever possible. The aftercare process for a FUE hair transplant also means all patients can access an advice line. Trained specialists will answer the phone to discuss any causes for concern. They will be able to advise on how to proceed and can schedule a check-up appointment where necessary.

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Hair Transplant Aftercare - Patient FAQs

Can or Should I Cut My Hair Before Hair Transplant Surgery?
What Will Be Provided by the Clinic After Hair Transplant Surgery?
Can I Use Public Transport After Hair Transplant Surgery? 
Can I Drive Myself Home After Hair Transplant Surgery?
How Should I Sleep After a Hair Transplant?
Do I Need Someone to Accompany Me Home After Hair Transplant Surgery?
How Long Does Hair Transplant Surgery Take? 
What Should I Do If I Have Any Concerns After My Hair Transplant?
Do I Need to Shave My Hair for Hair Transplant Surgery?
When Can I Use Styling Products After a Hair Transplant?
When Is It Safe to Fly After a Hair Transplant?
Can I Help Reduce Swelling After a Hair Transplant?
What Can I Do to Reduce Post-Operative Redness After a Hair Transplant?
When Can I Have PRP After a Hair Transplant?
I Colour My Hair. Is That OK After a Hair Transplant?
Do I Need to Stop Finasteride Before or After a Hair Transplant?
Why Do I Need to Stop Oral Minoxidil Before a Hair Transplant?
Do I Need to Stop Topical or Oral Minoxidil Before and After a Hair Transplant?
When Can I Return to Normal Shower Pressure After a Hair Transplant?
When Can I Buzz My Hair Short After a Hair Transplant?
How Can I Manage Wearing a Hair System After a Hair Transplant?
When Can I Use Hair Loss Concealers After a Hair Transplant?
When Can I Return to Contact Sports Such as Football After a Hair Transplant?
When Should My Scalp Be Scab Free After a Hair Transplant?
When Can I Go Back to the Gym After a Hair Transplant?
When Should I Stop Smoking or Vaping Before and After a Hair Transplant?
When Should I Stop Drinking Alcohol Before and After Hair Transplant Surgery?
When Can I Expose My Scalp to the Sun After a Hair Transplant?
When Can I Go Swimming After a Hair Transplant?
When Can I Wear a Hat After a Hair Transplant?

Aftercare For ATP

Many patients choose ATP as their preferred hair restoration treatment. This could be because you have experienced severe hair loss or because you wear your hair short or shaved. Advanced Tricho Pigmentation is a specially engineered improvement on scalp micro-pigmentation, but the aftercare process is also straightforward and relatively pain-free.

Your scalp or target area will need time to heal. You may be prescribed pain relief, but similar to the hair transplant aftercare process, you must gently wash away scabbing after 3-5 days. The specialist who performs the treatment can advise on the exact recommendations.

Like the aftercare process for an FUE hair transplant, you must avoid direct sunlight and sweating, which could impact the procedure results.

The best candidates for a hair transplant are those with a stable pattern of hair loss and sufficient donor hair at the back of the scalp — hair that is genetically resistant to further loss. During recovery, small scabs form around the transplanted grafts in the first few days and typically disappear within one to two weeks, while temporary shedding of transplanted hairs in the first few weeks is normal, as follicles remain healthy beneath the scalp and begin producing new hair once they enter the active growth phase. Mild side effects such as redness, swelling, or sensitivity usually resolve within a few days. Read more about who is suitable and side effects.