While seeking hair restoration solutions, people do consider hair transplant surgery to permanently have a head full of natural-looking, thick hair. If you are going ahead with hair transplantation, you must educate yourself about the surgery beforehand and even better before visiting any surgeon.
Dr. Dushyanth Kalva, is the best hair transplant doctor in Gachibowli, Hyderabad and has more than 15 years of experience in performing Cosmetic Surgery and Hair Transplants at his plastic and cosmetic surgery clinic, Inform Clinics. In addition to his medical skills, he has an aesthetic vision for his patients and is a renowned name in Hyderabad for conducting the greatest cosmetic and plastic surgery. He employs his talent to bring about the desired transformation.
Whenever patients go for an initial consultation, they ask many trivial as well as important questions to their doctors. Read on the following information in which Dr. Dushyanth Kalva, best plastic surgeon in Gachibowli answers the frequently asked questions asked by the patients about hair transplant surgery:
- Will I have scars after hair transplantation?
Yes, both FUT and FUE hair transplant methods leave behind some form of scarring. The FUE technique involves the creation of micro punch holes at the donor site that goes unnoticed due to their uniform spread. However, with the traditional FUT method wherein a strip of hair is taken out, there is a linear scar obtained post-surgery. A scar caused by the FUT method will only be noticed if the person wears an extremely short hairstyle. But, if the trichophytic closure technique is performed after the FUT hair transplant surgery, a bevel can be created that allows for a neater scar line and the growth of hair follicles through the scar, thus avoiding any potential scarring even further. At Inform Clinics, Dr. Dushyanth Kalva also performs Robotic Hair Transplant in Hyderabad that offer safe outcomes with minimal scarring.
- How long does the hair transplant surgery last?
The longevity of the surgery depends upon the size and complexity of the case. It may take about 4-5 hours for minor cases and up to 2-3 days to perform a hair transplant for larger bald patches or spots.
- How successful are hair transplants?
A hair transplant surgery usually involves the transfer of genetically strong and healthy hair present at the back or sides of the head, commonly called donor areas. The success of hair transplant surgery relies on the competence and experience of the certified hair restoration surgeon performing hair transplantation. A very hilly-skilled professional is needed to ensure the success of the surgery.
- When will I get to see full results?
Hair transplantation provides apparent full results within a year. During this time, the patient must meet a hair restoration surgeon to track the hair growth progress. Most of the patients can see visible evident hair growth within 4-6 months after the hair transplant surgery.
- Can the donor’s hair be removed to treat hair loss for someone else?
No, not at all. This option is not there as the scalp or body hair to be transplanted must match with the DNA of the patient seeking hair transplant. If this is tried, the hair transplant will get rejected for sure and would fall out.
- What care I must take after hair transplant surgery?
After hair transplantation, the surgeon provides post-operative instructions that must be followed by the patient to ensure a quick and best recovery. The best aftercare tips include:
- For the first few couples of days: Take proper rest; do not scratch or pick the surgical sites; avoid extremely hot or cold and sweating; do not indulge in strenuous activities including sports, bending, manual work, and weight lifting; do not blow nose too hard; avoid blood thinners and alcohol; sleep semi-upright and avoid pressure on the operated site.
- Avoiding scalp infections: At least for 2 weeks do not scratch or touch the transplanted area and avoid any dirt, dust, sweat, or bacteria entry into the wounded site.
- For swelling and pain management: Apply ice packs and anti-inflammatories on the head, not on the graft site. Sleep with head elevated at 45 degrees at least for the first three nights to keep pressure off the transplant site. Do take prescribed painkillers.
- Hair washes: First gentle hair wash after surgery is permitted only after 3-4 days with a mild shampoo. Do not take a head shower, bath, or go underwater for at least a month.
- Hair cutting and styling: Hair cutting with a razor blade is not allowed till 6 months but with scissors, it can be done after 3 months. Until, the scalp is completely healed, i.e. usually for a few weeks, avoid curling, styling, or dying hair and using hair dryers.
Interested in hair transplant treatment in Hyderabad to get back healthier looking scalp? Visit Inform Clinics today to get the benefits of this amazing hair restoration treatment.
