Best Hair Transplant Surgery in Delhi

Types of Hair Transplant

There are two primary hair transplant types or techniques. They differ in the way the hair grafts are taken from the donor site.

1. FUSS (Follicular Unit Strip Surgery) or Follicular Unit Transplantation

This is a traditional hair transplant method. In this procedure, the hair transplant surgeon in Delhi removes a skin strip of 6 to 10 inches from the backside of your head. They keep them aside and close the scalp by sews. The area gets hidden with the hair near it. Further, the harvested strip is dissected under the microscope into 500 to 2000 hair grafts with single or few hairs.

The graft number to be harvested depends on the quality and type of hair. It also depends on the area size where the transplant is taking place. After preparing the grafts, the doctor will clean and numb the targeted area and start creating holes with the help of a needle or scalpel. In those holes, the grafts are placed carefully.

2. FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction)

This is an advanced hair transplant method wherein a micro-punching device is used to harvest hair follicles. In the FUE hair transplant procedure, the hair expert first shaves the backside of the head. After that, he removes some of the hair follicles one at a time. The bald area is treated with tiny dots, which will be covered by the existing hair.

The doctor will numb the targeted area to make holes and place the grafts in them. The beginning of the procedure is different from FUSS but the latter part of the surgery where grafts are placed is the same.

Who Cannot Get Hair Transplant Treatment?

Hair transplantation is not a good option for:

Anyone suffering from severe hair loss, wide-pattern or hair loss, or who has insufficient or no “donor” hair sites
People who have keloid scars (thick and fibrous scars) formed after their injury or any other surgery
People who have lost their hair as a side effect of certain medications or chemotherapy.

How to prepare for hair transplantation?

To get ready for hair transplantation, you need to follow a set of pre-treatment instructions provided by your doctor. These may include:

Avoid alcohol consumption for 3 days before the surgery. It’s better if you take your last alcoholic beverage a week before the day of surgery.
Stop smoking at least 24 hours beforehand.
Do not go for a haircut.
Continue to massage your scalp about two weeks or a month before the surgery for 10 to 30 minutes every day. This will increase blood flow in the treatment site and keep the scalp skin toned and softened.
Avoid taking any anti-inflammatory medication, anti-depressants, beta-blockers, or any blood thinning drug/supplements for 2 weeks.
Arrange for someone to drive you home and take care of the first day after the surgery.

What is the Procedure of Hair Transplant Surgery?

The surgery starts with injecting local anaesthesia to numb your head which ensures your comfort throughout the surgery.

There are two methods of hair transplant. Therefore, the procedure is also different in these two cases.

1. FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation)

With the help of a scalpel, the hair specialist cuts a scalp strip from the backside of your head. The incision made for this is several inches long. This incision is later closed with stitches.

Next, small hair-bearing sections are separated from the scalp strip with a knife under a magnifying lens. These small sections are known as grafts, and these are implanted onto the tiny holes created in the recipient site. After a hair transplant, the hair on every graft grows covering the thinning and bald sections of the scalp.

2. FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction)

In this procedure, the hair specialist doctor will make tiny holes with the help of a needle or blade on the bald area. Gently, the hair will be implanted in those holes. In a single session, thousands of hairs are implanted. After the procedure, the surgeon will provide surgical dressings over your head and let your head be covered for a few days.

To know more about hair transplant benefits and how many grafts are required, schedule a visit with the hair transplant expert in Delhi at Luxury Aesthetics Centre.

Post-surgery Instructions

Spray saline on the treated scalp regularly for 1-4 days to facilitate healing of the follicles, prevent scabbing, and protect against the infection of the incision site. It will also keep the scalp hydrated.
Avoid swimming, smoking, drinking alcohol, and high-impact exercise for at least a week.
For 4 weeks, avoid heavy lifting and strenuous exercises.
Begin to gently wash the scalp again at around 5 days post-surgery. Wash hair normally after 10-14 days following the surgery.

For up to 14 days, avoid wearing anything over the head like hats and helmets.
Do not use hair dryers, hair products, or power showers as they can damage the new hair follicles.
Don’t miss follow-up appointments in the 3rd and 6th months after the surgery to check on the progress of the treatment. Go for one last hair transplant aftercare check-up and feedback after a year has passed from the date of the surgery.

To know more about hair transplant treatment in New Delhi, Panchsheel, South Delhi (India), schedule a visit with the hair transplant experts at Luxury Aesthetics Centre.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of grafts are used during hair transplantation?

In hair transplant surgery, the grafts are placed on the bald spots in such a way that they blend with already existing hair to make them unnoticeable. There are two types of grafts, such as:

Slit grafts: Around four to ten hairs in each graft
Micro grafts: Either a single hair in each graft or clusters of 2 to 5 hair

How Much Time Will Hair Transplant Procedure Take?

This surgical procedure takes more than four hours to complete. The exact duration depends on how big the bald spot or patch is. There will be three to four sessions in which the hair expert will cover the entire head.

What Type of Anaesthesia is Used for Hair Transplant Surgery?

The surgeon uses local or general anaesthesia for hair transplant surgery. It is injected into the scalp to numb your head. The procedure lasts for a few hours, and anaesthesia stays active during these hours.

When Will My Hair Come Back After Surgery?

Within a few weeks or months, your hair will grow back after the surgery. You have to wait for some time to see the results. It is necessary to follow all the advice and take medications as prescribed for a smooth and fast recovery.

Does Hair Transplant Have Long-Lasting Results?

Yes, your hair will grow permanently on your scalp. You will get permanent, natural results within a few months.

How to Take Care of the Treated Area?

It is crucial to cover your head for a few days. Never expose the scalp under direct sunlight as it can ruin the treated area. You may get swelling, pain, redness, or inflammation.

What are the side effects and risks of hair transplant surgery?

Where the new hair is transplanted, you may experience temporary side effects, including:

Itching
Loss of sensation/feel
Crusts or Scabs
Swelling
Tightness
Pain or throbbing

The potential risks of hair transplantation include:

Infection
Scarring
Allergic response to anaesthesia
Excessive blood loss
Failed grafts or skin flaps
Loss of feeling on the scalp

All these results can be minimised if the hair transplant is done by an experienced hair specialist doctor.

What is the Cost of Hair Transplant Surgery in Delhi?

The cost of hair transplant surgery depends upon certain factors including:

Credentials of the hair transplant specialist
The technique opted for hair transplant surgery
The facility's location, infrastructure, and services provided
The severity of hair loss or the need for hair density to perform a hair transplant.

At Luxury Aesthetics Centre, we offer the most affordable hair transplant cost in Delhi. And that’s too without compromising on quality.

You can contact us right away to know more about our cost-effective FUE hair transplant and FUT hair transplant surgery packages in New Delhi, Panchsheel, South Delhi (India).