How Permanent is a Hair Transplant?

The process of hair transplant surgery allows for relocating bald-resisting hair follicles from one area of the scalp and transplanting the follicle to a bare patch of the scalp elsewhere. It is an expensive procedure since each follicle transplant costs $3.00, with a complete transplant possibly costing $20,000 to $30,000. Hair transplant is considered to be a permanent procedure.

Hair Transplant is a Permanent Fix

The hair transplant industry enjoys an over 95 percent success rate with its clients. One temporary side effect that may arise is the thinning of hair. Having undergone hair transplant, it comes as a shock to a client who notices thinning of hair following the surgery.

What Triggers New Thinning Hair Post Surgery?

Thinning hair following hair transplant is triggered by the shock that the scalp endures during the transplant procedure. A temporary condition causes the shedding of original healthy hair patches on the scalp. It is an ephemeral condition, and hair will regrow in these new bald areas within a short period of time.

Maintenance and Hygiene Post Hair Transplant Surgery

• Use a gentle shampoo to wash your hair two days following surgery. This prevents bacteria growth at the transplanted follicle site. Shampooing prevents hard scabs from forming and guarantees that the follicles will remain in place.


• Clean away blood and tissue fluid from the tiny wounds by using porous wound dressings. Follow your physician's directions on how often to clean wound areas.


• Cover your scalp to avoid direct rays of the sun and avoid other high temperatures.


• Park your vigorous exercise program following hair transplant surgery. Your new transplanted follicles could fall out of place due to a vigorous exercise regimen.