What Are the Follow-Up Instructions After a Hair Transplant?
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What Are the Follow-Up Instructions After a Hair Transplant?
Following your post-operative instructions is an important part of achieving the best possible hair transplant outcome. Proper aftercare helps protect newly transplanted grafts, supports healing, and reduces the risk of complications.
General Follow-Up Instructions
- Sleep with your head elevated as directed during the first few nights.
- Avoid touching, scratching, or rubbing the transplanted grafts.
- Follow the recommended hair washing schedule provided by your surgeon.
- Avoid strenuous exercise, swimming, and heavy lifting until you are cleared to resume these activities.
- Take prescribed medications exactly as instructed.
- Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments so your healing and hair growth can be evaluated.
When Should I Contact My Surgeon?
Contact your surgeon if you experience excessive swelling, persistent bleeding, signs of infection, severe pain, or have any concerns during your recovery. Early communication helps ensure any issues are addressed promptly.
Every patient receives personalized post-operative instructions based on their procedure. Carefully following those instructions gives your transplanted hair the best opportunity for successful growth.
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Lets be honest..surgery is surgery, it's a very big decision because results can be permanent, good or bad. For years I was stressed about my thinning hair, but afraid to do something about it because of it being a surgical procedure. I finally did some local consults and was set to go with a... Read Full Review →
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I had my hair transplant with dr Bolton about a year in a half ago and I’m so happy with my results. It has really boosted my confidence. I get so excited when I look in the mirror Sometimes. If your thinking of a hair transplant your in good hands with dr Bolton and his staff. They are so nice and... Read Full Review →
Dr. Bolton did a great job on my hair! He explained everything. It has been a little over four months now and I’m beginning to see hair growth. I’m already thicker than I was before the transplant. He was very thorough. I love that he only does one patient a day! He really focuses on you. I have... Read Full Review →
One of the best things I have ever done. The procedure corrected my front hairline and my crown area now consist of plenty of density. Before my procedure I could not stand the simple fact that my hair alone made me look at-least 10 years older. I could not be more pleased at the outcome. Read Full Review →
I got a hair transplant in 2019. Dr. Bolton and his team was very professional. Dr. Bolton answered all of my question at the time and even now if I have questions I message him and he takes the time out to respond. Read Full Review →
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