About Hair Loss
Key Highlights
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Permanent, Natural-Looking Results: Transplanted hair grows naturally and lasts a lifetime.Minimally Invasive Techniques: Modern methods like FUE involve minimal scarring and discomfort.Customized Treatment Plans: Procedures are tailored to individual hair loss patterns and aesthetic goals.listrongBoost in Self-Confidence:/strong Effectively addresses cosmetic concerns related to hair loss./lilistrongAdvanced Surgical Precision:/strong Utilizes micrografting for natural hairline design and density./li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Male or female pattern baldness (Androgenetic Alopecia) that has stabilized.
- Hair loss due to trauma, burns, or previous surgeries requiring reconstruction.
- Thinning hair or receding hairlines where medical therapies (like minoxidil or finasteride) have been ineffective.
- Desire for a permanent cosmetic solution to restore hair density and hairline.
- Correcting or camouflaging scars from prior procedures or accidents on the scalp.
How to prepare
- Initial consultation with the surgeon to assess candidacy, discuss goals, and plan the procedure.
- Discontinuation of blood-thinning medications (e.g., aspirin, ibuprofen) and certain supplements as advised by the surgeon, typically 1-2 weeks prior.
- Avoidance of smoking and alcohol for a specified period before surgery to promote better healing.
- Washing hair with a prescribed antimicrobial shampoo the night before and morning of the procedure.
- Arranging for transportation to and from the surgical facility, as sedation may be used.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding and Infection: Standard surgical risks, though uncommon with proper sterile technique.
- Scarring: While FUE minimizes visible scarring, some minor pinpoint scars may occur at donor sites.
- Folliculitis: Temporary inflammation or infection of the hair follicles.
- Shock Loss: Temporary shedding of existing non-transplanted hair around the recipient area.
- Unnatural Appearance: Risk of poor graft survival or improper angulation leading to an unnatural look, emphasizing the need for an experienced surgeon.
- Numbness or Itching: Temporary altered sensation or itching in the treated areas.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediately After: The scalp will be bandaged. Mild swelling, redness, and tenderness in both donor and recipient areas are common.
- First Few Days: Sleep with the head elevated. Avoid touching, scratching, or washing the scalp as per specific instructions. Prescribed pain medication and antibiotics may be given.
- First Week: Gentle hair washing is usually permitted after 2-3 days. Scabs will form and begin to fall off naturally within 7-10 days.
- 2-3 Weeks Post-Op: Transplanted hair will shed ("shock loss"), which is a normal part of the process before new growth begins.
- Long-Term: New hair growth typically becomes visible after 3-4 months, with full results appreciated after 12-18 months. Protect the scalp from sun exposure.
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Typical hospital stay: 0 days (Outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time: 7-10 days for initial recovery; 3-4 months for visible growth
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering hair loss in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with aesthetic and reconstructive surgery departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform hair loss. MediFyr helps you compare aesthetic and reconstructive surgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for hair loss compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 30 Thousand – 200 Thousand | 0 days (Outpatient procedure) | ~ 7-10 days for initial recovery; 3-4 months for visible growth | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 105 Thousand – 700 Thousand | 0 days (Outpatient procedure) | ~ 7-10 days for initial recovery; 3-4 months for visible growth | Know More |
Priya Reddy, a 28-year-old software engineer,...
Priya Reddy, a 28-year-old software engineer, developed patchy bald spots (alopecia areata) on her scalp six months before her wedding. The sudden, unpredictable loss devastated her, clashing with cultural expectations and her own vision for her wedding day. Her trichologist, after limited success with steroid injections, referred her to a specialist in aesthetic surgery. The doctor recommended a combination of scalp micropigmentation (SMP) to create the illusion of density in the affected areas and a custom, integrative hair system for the wedding day itself. The SMP sessions were painless and precise. The recovery was immediate, with only minor redness for a day. For her wedding, she felt whole and beautiful. Emotionally, Priya's journey was a rollercoaster from shock and anxiety to profound relief. The solution gave her control back, allowing her to focus on her joy without the constant worry about her hair.
Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeons for Hair Loss
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