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What To Expect About Hair Transplant Recovery

What To Expect About Hair Transplant Recovery

 

What To Expect After Your Hair Transplant Procedure

How Long Does Hair Transplants Take To Heal

Healing often varies from patient to patient and it is also dependent on the number of grafts a patient has and the type of hair transplant method been used – FUE or Strip FUT.

If you have FUE hair transplant, then you will have the sides and the back of your head shaved. If you are not concerned with a ‘shaved’ look, then you may return to work within 2 – 3 days. Some patients went back to work the following day after their hair transplant procedure, wearing a hat.

The small holes in your donor site will heal within one to two days. FUE scars heal in a couple of days and recovery is fast. You will likely not have any visible marks at the end of a week. Because of the shave on the back of your head, most FUE patients typically take off from work for five to seven days following their FUE hair transplant procedure so that there will be no trace of the transplant.

If you have a strip FUE hair transplant, you will not have the back of your head shaved down. However, there will be a scar running across your donor site which is the back of your head. The donor site can be completely hidden well with your existing longer hair above it. Most women grow their hair long so they can hide their donor sites well under a long length of hair.

This means that no one can tell that you have undergone a hair transplant as the donor site is completely hidden immediately following the surgery. And in about 8 to 10 days, the scabs at the donor site will be gone.

Regardless of which of the above hair transplant techniques your surgeon use, you will have thousands of tiny little crusts in your recipient area which is likely to be the front and top of your head. You may not be able to conceal these little scabs and swelling completely with your pre-existing hair. If you cannot style your pre-existent hair over this area, then be expected to have these scabs being visible for about 1 – 2 weeks following the procedure.

After about seven to ten days following your surgery, most patients can be comfortable being out and about, and no one will notice much. If you have important events like weddings or important business meetings then it is better to give yourself a month, to be safe.

 

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You should wash the recipient area daily with the use of a sponge filled with soapy water to keep the area free of crusts. All crusts can be washed off by pressing the sponge on the recipient area, without worrying about losing grafts. Rolling the sponge on the crusts to lift them off, but never rub them. With the daily wash, the crusts from your donor area will be gone in 7-10 days.

 

How Soon Can You Resume Exercise After Hair Transplant Surgery

You should have adequate rest, during the first week after the surgery, to allow the head and body to recover well from the procedure. Be patient with your recovery so you can get the best possible results of your hair transplant procedure. Do not try to rush back to any form of strenuous activities like vigorous aerobic exercise and weight training until three weeks after the procedure. You should stay away from strenuous physical activities for at least two weeks following the procedure. In fact, the longer you wait to exercise following your hair transplant, the better.

Try your best to wait at least two weeks before resuming light exercise. You can gradually get back to an exercise regime starting with cardio and then slowly adding back power weight training later. During your exercise, if you experience pain in your incision area, it is likely that you are stretching the incision so you should stop the activity that causes the pain.

After the four weeks mark, you can safely pursue all exercise activities. If you have any doubt, it is always recommended that you consult your Singapore FUE surgeon as he or she knows the details of your situation and will be able to give you the appropriate advice.

Hope you find the above information helpful.

 

How To Get Healthy Shiny Hair

How To Get Healthy Shiny Hair

Secrets To Thick, Healthy, Beautiful Hair

As one ages, so do our hairs – losing elasticity, thinning, and dulling more as each decade passes. Our diet, the weather, pollution, and our overall approach to hair care are all critical factors impacting the overall wellness and health of our hair.

Here are some practical tips for you to have healthier, thicker, and more beautiful hair:

Watch What You Are Putting Into Your Body

The right food, vitamins, water intake, and even exercise offer a lot of benefits and will also show up in your hair, face, skin, and body. Biotin, Vitamin A, Vitamin E, and Folic Acid as well as a multitude of B vitamins & protein will boost our hair’s ability to grow and stay strong.

So try your best to boost up your protein intake because our hair is primarily made up of protein. Eat at least 45 grams of protein daily. Diets with inadequate protein can result in weak, brittle hair and loss of hair color. Good sources include lean meat, fish, beans, eggs, poultry, and low-fat dairy products.

Eat an abundance of vegetables, fruits, leafy green salads, and drink plenty of water. A multivitamin or zinc supplement can enhance your diet when necessary.

Increasing your intake of omega-3 fatty acids stimulate your hair follicles to improve the health of your scalp. Omega-3 fatty acids are found in cold-water fish, such as salmon, sardines, and herring. Other good sources include flaxseed, yogurt, cottage cheese, salad, and cereal.

A well-rounded diet is an important factor in hair and scalp health.

Watch How You Wash/Shampoo Your Hair

There are different opinions about how often we ought to shampoo our hair. In general, over washing our hair will strip the natural oils and cause it to feel dry and more prone to breakage. So how often should you be washing? It depends on your scalp and hair type. If your scalp is active in producing oil, you may need to shampoo every day, while people with dry hair may need to shampoo less frequently. And the curlier your hair is, the longer you can go between washes. If you have super straight hair, the faster the oil wicks down so can make it oilier faster thus you may not be able to go more than two days without washing.

It’s not just how often you shampoo, but also where you apply the shampoo that counts. You should apply shampoo on the scalp only, but not on the ends of your hair. Using the wrong shampoo containing harsh ingredients, such as ammonium lauryl sulfate or sodium lauryl sulfate can also cause significant hair damage. Is also important to look for products that are right for your hair type. Massage your scalp as you shampoo is a good way to encourage blood circulation and helps to detoxify your scalp.

Conditioning after shampoo is another important factor step in keeping your hair manageable, shiny, and soft. It does not make a big difference between using a separate conditioner or a shampoo with a built-in conditioner. Try combing the hair conditioner through for even distribution and leave it on your hair for around three to five minutes rinsing out. It will be worthwhile to invest in good quality conditioners and leave-in treatments or hair masks, especially if you have colored hair.

Watch How You Handle Your Hair When It Is Wet

Treat your hair extra gently when it’s wet because it’s three times more vulnerable to breakage. DO NOT rub wet hair excessively with a towel, but instead, press the water out gently. Avoid brushing your hair when it’s wet. When your hair is soaking wet, it is weaker, fragile, and more susceptible to breakage. Wait until your hair is dry or almost dry if you need to brush through it, and use a wide-toothed brush to detangle and always begin at the ends and work your way up.

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Try not to blow-dry your hair immediately after washing. Allow your hair to air-dry for 15 minutes under a towel turban, or whenever possible. Use a low-heat setting for hair drying and keep the hairdryer nozzle two to three inches away from your hair, pointing the nozzle down, not side-on. Start off on the lowest heat setting while blow-drying and gradually increase heat as needed.

Reduce the use of heat-styling tools like flat irons, curling irons, or even hairdryers on a daily basis as these can damage the hair shaft. If you need to blow dry your hair, do apply leave-in treatments as this will protect and moisturize your hair.

Reduce The Use of Hair Chemicals

To prevent hair loss you should avoid the use of chemicals on your hair. Cut down on the frequency of going to a hair salon for hair color or hair perm. Try your best to avoid hair straightening using chemicals and avoid the use of hair dye. The frequent use of heat-styling tools like flat irons, and curling irons will cause damage to the hair shaft.

Be Careful How You Tie Your Hair

Avoid using elastics and rubber bands. If you need to tie your hair, go for soft buns and top knots. If you are at home, try using a multitude of small and large jaw clips to keep it up by simply twisting and clipping. This keeps all your hair intact and away from your face without breakage.

 

 

Following these simple tips will help you keep your hair healthy and beautiful so you may not need to spend your hard-earned money hunting for the best FUE transplant doctor to treat your hair loss. Bear in mind that the pricing for hair transplant vary by individual and could be quite costly.

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