Do’s and Don’ts After Hair Transplant

Hair transplantation is a surgical procedure that involves injecting hair follicles in a balding part of the scalp or a bald area. Now the next question after a scar free hair transplant what are the special needs of care and areas of special attention that has to be given. Why? Because this post care will help the follicles to settle in and grow stronger like other hair on the other areas of scalp. But what are the steps for after care? Is there a do’s and don’ts? Yes!

Below are some do’s and don’ts suggested by best hair transplant surgeon in Delhi. Let’s read in detail firstly about the do’s.

Things that you should do-

·         Using a mild shampoo when washing hair is very crucial, since the hair follicles planted on the scalp will heal slowly washing hair gently is important. It will remove any dead skin that can cause irritation, clean the scabs that tend to form around the hair grafted.

·         In cases of swelling or bleeding which can occur in the first week after surgery, an ice pack comes handy but this should be placed on the back of the head or forehead. 1-2 pillows can be used under the head while sleeping which will minimize swelling.

·         The physician will prescribe an antibiotic in the form of a cream, this needs to be applied if any scarring twice a day in the first initial days. It can avoid chances of infections.

·         A special lotion in the form of spray will be given to use at home which has a growth factor that is designed to boost new hair growth. This needs to be sprayed on to areas where the new hair has been grafted. This needs to be done religiously every 30 minutes on the first day post-surgery.

Things that you should not do-

·         Do not drive home after surgery as you will be given a sedative to relax before the surgery.

·         On the first night of the surgery, it is advised to sleep in a semi upright position and elevate the head with the use of pillows. Avoid touching or picking the newly grafter areas. There will be itching or soreness but its best to not touch these. If you rub or pick them they will wither out prior to having a chance to grow new hair.

·         For first 48 years of surgery alcohol should be completely avoided. In case you are a smoker then it needs to be stopped as smoking can disturb the blood flow to the hair follicles that is needed for hair growth.

·         All forms of exercise or playing any sport and swimming should be avoided as it can produce sweat in the scalp which can lead to itching of not washed.

The surgeon at the clinic should explain all these steps elaborately but remember healthy hair growth is possible with good post-natal care. With these above steps the hair will grow healthily and one can live life more confidently and comfortably.