Hair Transplant Recovery Timeline

Hair Transplant recovery timeline is the most important part of planning your surgery. Hair Transplant patients must know every detail of their recovery process because recovery is the time that your body is going to do a lot of healing after the surgery.

Hair transplant surgery cures the baldness patterns for both males and females who are suffering from hair loss. You, as an applicant who is going to have a hair transplant in Iran, need to know every aspect of your hair transplant recovery process. We will inform you about the recovery timeline and the latest information through the CRM system, on a regular basis (same as for hair transplant day by day trip plan). This following up will continue 2 years after your surgery and you can cancel this service whenever you want. Also, In this article, you will get to know about the different steps of your recovery process, the downtime before you’re able to get back to work, aftercare instructions, and various Dos and Don’ts that you should observe after your hair transplant.

1-Hair Transplant Recovery Timeline Day 1, right after the surgery

Your doctor will cover the treated and donor areas with special bandages. You should remove them the next day (with the assistance of our nursing team in your residency place). Flora’s agents will provide you with whatever you need such as medications. You will receive an aftercare package which contains the needed items for your recovery procedure. Since Hair transplant doesn’t need hospitalization Flora’s VIP transfer will transfer you to your residency place. You may feel a bit drowsy during this day which is completely normal as you were under the anesthesia.

Minoxidil

Minoxidil is primarily used for preventing shock loss of existing hair ( if hair has been transplanted in between) or to stop hair fall of the existing non transplanted hair. Using minoxidil depends on your doctor’s advice. It is not “necessary” to use minoxidil If you have undergone a transplant, but this helps to prevent further hair loss, safeguarding your hair transplant result for the future.
Minoxidil application should be stopped within one week before surgery. At least after a week or so of a hair transplant you can start or continue using Minoxidil. Remember that it shouldn’t be used for more than 4-6 months.

2-Hair Transplant Recovery Timeline, Week 1

Listed as follows, we examined the different encounters that you may face after your hair transplant. All the needed actions for your hair transplant healing process will be performed by the help of our aftercare team.

Discomfort

As for any surgical procedures, you will experience discomfort for the first few days of your hair transplant. You may suffer from the pains in the recipient and donor sites of your head. But have no fear; you can fully control the discomfort with the pain medications that your doctor will prescribe.

Bleeding

You may have bleeding in both the donor and recipient area of your head in the first week. It is normal and the bleeding will be stopped regularly by applying light pressure to the area. Our nurses in your place will do this treatment for your comfort.

Medications

Generally, essential medications for hair transplant recovery are light painkillers and antibiotics. You may need to take the medications during the first week after the surgery in order to prevent probable complications. We will provide these medications for you.

Swelling

Another common experience through the first week after your surgery is minor swelling. The swelling can be reduced by applying cold compresses that our medical team will prepare for you. You also need to avoid the activities that inflate the swellings during the first week.

Scabbing

After the bleeding and swelling reaches to the end, the scabbing phase begins. The healing instruction for this issue would be patience. You need to wait for them to drop on their own. Do not scratch them as scratching may damage your newly planted grafts.

Infection

Infection can occur in both recipient and donor sites in the first few weeks following the surgery. Although the chance of this complication after the surgery is rare, our medical team will treat your probable infection, in your place.

Numbness

You may feel a minor numbness, tingling, or similar sensation after your surgery. This numbness will disappear after a few months, as your incision will become fully healed and your transplanted hairs begin to grow.

Sleeping position

After the hair transplant, rest in a decent position that doesn’t do any harm to your newly planted grafts. Your surgeon will instruct you on how to lie and sleep correctly. You should try to sleep on your backsideAvoid sleeping on your stomach for the first few weeks after your hair

Showering and washing your head

You should not take a shower during the first 48 hours of the surgery.You need to wash your hair gently as a procedure for your recovery. Your doctor will prescribe a proper shampoo according to your hair condition. Avoid scratching or any strong pressure on the transplanted area. Our nurses will help you through the hair washing instructions during your stay in Iran.

In-flight care

During your flight, there is no need to regard anything for your hair transplant. However, our agents will present you with the necessary information to have a more pleasant flight.

Daily activities

You can resume doing your daily activities, such as walking, climbing the stairs, and light exercises 2-3 days after the surgery. Avoid any strenuous activities like running, cycling, basketball, aerobics and diving in the first month.

In-flight care

During your flight, there is no need to regard anything for your hair transplant. However, our agents will present you with the necessary information to have a more pleasant flight.

Getting back to work

After a few days of the surgery, there shouldn’t be any limitation for you to get back to your work. If you have any problem with your shaved head, if your doctor allows, you can try a hat.

3-Hair Transplant Recovery Timeline, Week 2

After two weeks, all the swelling and scabbing should be gone completely. Within this period, your transplanted hairs may start to fall which is completely common. Hair dropping is known to be a part of the natural phase of hair growth. You can ask any question about your hair transplant healing process from your knowledgeable doctor.

4-Hair Transplant Timeline, Month 1-2

At this point, your hair begins to grow and restore. This may happen sooner or later for each patient since the healing process can vary. The new hair follicles may not necessarily grow evenly, but it will all grow eventually. The new transplanted hair will start to grow thin but will gradually become denser over time. For having a smooth healing process, it is really important for you to follow the instructions.

5-Hair Transplant Recovery Timeline, Month 3-6

Your transplanted hairs will become thicker in structure and extender in length. At this stage, you’ll be able to recognize the development in most of your transplanted hairs as they will begin to grow.

7-Hair Transplant Recovery Timeline, Month 7-12

You can witness 80% to 90% of the final result of your amazingly effective hair transplant via Flora. At this stage, the transplanted hairs become much longer and firmer.

Over the first anniversary, your recovery process will be mostly complete and your transplanted hair will reach its highest.

8-Advised Diet in Hair Transplant Recovery Timeline

Taking advantage of a healthy rich diet will boost your recovery procedure and would be essential for hair growth. You should consume enough protein, magnesium, vitamin B6, calcium, and iron. You can find these nutrients in the following foods:

Eggs _ Fish _ Dairies _ Beans _ Nuts _ Seafood _ Avocado_ seeds

Eating pattern

Cosmetic doctors believe that hair transplant patients should consume enough amounts of B-complex vitamin supplements and enough protein for experiencing a finer treatment. Excessive caffeine consumption after the hair transplant is not safe. It raises blood pressure and thus causes bleeding. In small amounts coffee is not likely to do any harm.

Supplements

Your surgeon may prescribe some supplements for you to boost your healing process and restoration of your hair. Recommended supplements are vitamins, iron supplements, zinc supplements, and minoxidil.

Drinking alcohol

You should avoid drinking alcohol, like smoking, for the same reason. You need to put aside alcoholic drinks at least 1 month before and 3 months after your hair transplant.

Smoking

The Nicotine that subsisted in cigarettes can reduce your body strength for having the proper recovery. Smoking will also damage the transplanted follicle which may lead to hair loss. You need to quit smoking at least 10 days before a hair transplant and 1 month after it.

Wearing hats

You can choose a suitable hat for your head depending on your doctor’s permission. You’ll be able to wear the hat after the first week of your surgery. A hat can conceal your shaved head and protect it from harmful sun exposure.

Brushing\Combing

Try to avoid brushing your hair for about 2-3 weeks following the surgery. From then on, you can gently comb your hair, except for the zone that new grafts are presented in.

Having sex

As long as there will be no hair touching or hair rubbing during your sexual intercourse a sexual activity wouldn’t cause any problem. However, it is necessary to avoid having sex in the first week following your surgery.

Sun exposure

Being under unprotected sun exposure can create problems for your hair transplant recovery. Try not to stand in direct sun exposure for the 3 months after your operation. You will have to wear a hat or use sunscreen before going out on sunny days.

9-Exercising in Hair Transplant Recovery Timeline

You can do light exercises such as walking 2-3 days after the surgery and yoga and light stretching from four days after the hair transplant. Avoid any strenuous activities like running, cycling, basketball, aerobics, swimming and diving and so on in the first month of your recovery procedure.

The most important part of your recovery is to observe the dos and don’ts on their certain time. Considering that we will inform you about the exact details of your recovery timeline through the CRM system for 2 years, you can pass this process perfectly.

Please do not hesitate to contact Flora if you have any other questions related to the hair transplant recovery process and we will answer as soon as possible. Our experts are available 24/7 to help you regarding how to pass a successful hair transplant recovery period