Frequently asked questions
Answers to the questions we are asked most about hair, beard and eyebrow transplants. If yours is not here, message us on WhatsApp.
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What is a DHI hair transplant?
In DHI, follicles are implanted with a fine-tipped tool called a Choi pen, which opens the channel and places the follicle at the same time. It is often chosen for dense, well-angled work at the hairline.
Does a hair transplant hurt?
The procedure is done under local anaesthesia. You may feel a brief sting while it is given; after that, pain is not expected in the treated area. Your doctor may suggest painkillers for the first nights.
How many grafts will I need?
It depends on the stage of hair loss, the size of the area and the density of your donor area. The online analysis gives a general range; the exact number is set at the consultation.
When can I go back to work?
Most people with desk jobs return within 3 to 5 days. Heavy physical work and sport usually wait about a month.
Who should not have a hair transplant?
It is not advised with an insufficient donor area, uncontrolled chronic illness, or some conditions while hair loss is still active. Suitability is decided at the consultation.
How is the cost of a hair transplant set?
Cost depends on the technique, the number of grafts and the length of the procedure, and is given to you personally after the consultation.
Is a hair transplant permanent?
Grafts are usually taken from the back and sides of the scalp, where hair is genetically resistant to shedding, so once they take they mostly last for life. Existing hair that was not transplanted can keep thinning over the years, and the plan takes that into account.
When will I see the result?
New hairs usually start to appear, fine at first, from the third month. Most people see a clear change between months 6 and 9; the final look takes 12 months, sometimes up to 18 on the crown.
What is shock loss, and is it normal?
Between weeks 2 and 8 the transplanted hair shafts shed. This is expected: the follicles stay in the skin and grow new hair after a resting phase. Some nearby existing hair may also shed for a while.
Can I have a transplant without shaving?
For small areas, especially the hairline, DHI can often be planned without shaving the recipient area. A small patch of the donor area is usually trimmed. Whether you qualify depends on the size of the area and the number of grafts, and is decided at the consultation.
How long does it take, and what anaesthesia is used?
Usually 6 to 8 hours depending on the number of grafts, under local anaesthesia; you stay awake. There are breaks to rest and eat during the day.
When can I wash my hair afterwards?
The first wash is usually on day 2 or 3, at the clinic or following the team's instructions. Crusts are softened and rinsed away without rubbing over 10 to 14 days. You get the instructions in writing when you leave.
When can I return to sport, the pool or the sea?
Walking after 3 to 5 days and light cardio after about 2 weeks. Weights, contact sports, the pool, the sea and the sauna usually wait about a month. Your doctor confirms the timing at your check-up.
Will a hair transplant leave scars?
FUE and DHI take grafts one by one, so there is no linear scar. Tiny dot-like marks may show in the donor area if the hair is cut very short; at normal length they are usually not visible.
Can women have a hair transplant?
Yes, when it is suitable. Hair loss in women is often diffuse, so the cause is investigated first and hormone or blood tests may be requested. If thinning is limited to one area and the donor area is good, a transplant can be planned.
Are beard and eyebrow transplants permanent?
Both use grafts taken from the scalp, so the grafts that take are usually permanent. Eyebrow grafts keep growing like scalp hair and need regular trimming.
What if my donor area is not enough?
Grafts from the beard or chest may be considered, or the target area is made smaller. Sometimes medical treatment is recommended instead of a transplant; the decision follows a dermatoscopic examination.
When should I stop smoking and drinking?
Because both affect circulation and healing, stop smoking a week before and alcohol a few days before the procedure, and avoid both for at least two weeks afterwards. Tell the doctor about any medicines you take regularly.