Am I A Candidate for A Hair Transplant?
Ideal candidates for a hair transplant at Pearce Plastic Surgery include:
- Individuals with stable hair loss due to male or female pattern baldness.
- Patients with sufficient donor hair in the back or sides of the scalp.
- Those seeking a permanent solution rather than temporary treatments.
- Individuals in good overall health without uncontrolled medical conditions.
- Non-smokers or those willing to quit smoking before and after surgery.
What is Recovery From A Hair Transplant Like?
Following your hair transplant, there will be some swelling for approximately 4 – 5 days. Dr. Pearce advises sleeping on your back 7 – 10 days after the procedure to ensure the grafts settle properly. Patients are also advised to avoid heavy lifting or strenuous activity during this period so the grafts are not dislodged.
Patients can shower from the first day after the transplant but must avoid the shower jets touching the grafts. Dr. Pearce ensures every patient receives proper post-hair transplant shower techniques before leaving. It’s common to have scabs on the newly transplanted grafts for 10 – 14 days after the procedure, and some patients may experience a pink scalp for about 3 – 4 weeks post-op. After ten days post-op, patients can resume normal activities, including regular showering and sleeping.
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