What Really Happens?
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What Really Happens?
Hey everyone,
If you’re curious about what actually happens during a hair transplant, here’s a simple step-by-step breakdown of the procedure. Whether you’re getting FUE or DHI, knowing the process helps ease the nerves and set realistic expectations.
1. Consultation & Hairline Design
You’ll meet with the doctor to assess your hair loss, discuss your goals, and draw a natural hairline. Photos are usually taken before the procedure starts.
2. Shaving the Donor Area
In most cases, all hair is shaved, for DHI technique just the back of your head (donor zone) is shaved to allow for graft extraction.
3. Local Anesthesia
Your scalp is numbed using local anesthesia. You’ll be awake the whole time but won’t feel pain.
4. Graft Extraction (FUE or DHI)
Individual hair follicles are extracted from the donor area using a micro punch tool. This step can take a few hours depending on the number of grafts.
5. Channel Opening (if FUE)
Tiny incisions or “channels” are made in the recipient area to prepare for implantation. The angle and direction are crucial for a natural look.
6. Graft Implantation
The extracted grafts are implanted one by one into the recipient area. In DHI, this step is done simultaneously with extraction using a special implanter pen.
7. Post-Procedure Cleaning & Bandaging
Once all grafts are placed, the donor area is cleaned and bandaged. You’ll receive aftercare instructions and medications.
8. Recovery & Shedding Phase
Redness and scabbing are normal in the first week. Around 2–4 weeks post-op, transplanted hairs usually fall out, this is part of the normal “shedding” phase before regrowth begins.
9. Results Timeline
New growth starts around month 3–4, with visible changes by month 6. Full results typically take 10-12 months.
If you’ve had a transplant before, feel free to share how your procedure went and if your steps were similar!
If you’re curious about what actually happens during a hair transplant, here’s a simple step-by-step breakdown of the procedure. Whether you’re getting FUE or DHI, knowing the process helps ease the nerves and set realistic expectations.
1. Consultation & Hairline Design
You’ll meet with the doctor to assess your hair loss, discuss your goals, and draw a natural hairline. Photos are usually taken before the procedure starts.
2. Shaving the Donor Area
In most cases, all hair is shaved, for DHI technique just the back of your head (donor zone) is shaved to allow for graft extraction.
3. Local Anesthesia
Your scalp is numbed using local anesthesia. You’ll be awake the whole time but won’t feel pain.
4. Graft Extraction (FUE or DHI)
Individual hair follicles are extracted from the donor area using a micro punch tool. This step can take a few hours depending on the number of grafts.
5. Channel Opening (if FUE)
Tiny incisions or “channels” are made in the recipient area to prepare for implantation. The angle and direction are crucial for a natural look.
6. Graft Implantation
The extracted grafts are implanted one by one into the recipient area. In DHI, this step is done simultaneously with extraction using a special implanter pen.
7. Post-Procedure Cleaning & Bandaging
Once all grafts are placed, the donor area is cleaned and bandaged. You’ll receive aftercare instructions and medications.
8. Recovery & Shedding Phase
Redness and scabbing are normal in the first week. Around 2–4 weeks post-op, transplanted hairs usually fall out, this is part of the normal “shedding” phase before regrowth begins.
9. Results Timeline
New growth starts around month 3–4, with visible changes by month 6. Full results typically take 10-12 months.
If you’ve had a transplant before, feel free to share how your procedure went and if your steps were similar!