One of the most popular aesthetic procedures in Turkey and all over the world is hair transplantation. Hair loss is a significant problem that can be seen in both women and men and may be due to many genetic and environmental reasons. With hair transplantation, permanent solutions are produced for hair loss and baldness problems. Before hair transplantation, which is an operation in itself, it is necessary to pay attention to some points in order to prepare for this operation.
The hair transplantation process that will be performed can be divided into two; the pre-operative process and the post-operative process. Popular hair transplant techniques such as DHI and FUE are used in Turkey. Before these two methods, the patient should be prepared for the process by paying attention to some points. Things to consider before hair transplantation can be listed as follows:
Alcohol and Cigarette Use
It is a well-known fact that smoking and alcohol are very harmful to health. For this reason, as in all other times, it is necessary to stay away from alcohol and cigarettes before hair transplantation. Patients should quit smoking and alcohol at least 1 week before the operation. Staying away from these two substances after the operation accelerates the healing process.
Drug Use
First of all, if there are drugs that you use regularly, you should inform your doctor during the hair transplant planning process. Although there are no general drug restrictions in hair transplantation, blood thinners such as heparin, aspirin, and coumadin should be avoided before the operation. It will be sufficient to stay away from these drugs for at least 7 days before the procedure.
Nutrition
The importance of nutrition before the hair transplant operation is slightly less than in other operations. However, before the operation, foods that will force the digestive system should not be consumed. In addition, beverages containing caffeine should not be consumed before the operation. Another point to be considered is herbal teas. Herbal teas such as green tea have a blood thinning effect. Therefore, it is necessary to stop drinking green tea at least 1 week before the operation.
Hair Care
One of the most important points to be considered before hair transplantation is hair care. Until 1 month before the operation, drugs and lotions applied to the hair should be avoided. On the day of the operation, it is necessary to wash the hair and come. However, hair styling agents such as gel should not be applied to the hair. In addition, it will be useful to use a hat before the operation to protect the scalp. Sunburns and tanning on the scalp can adversely affect the operation.
Procedure Day
You can leave the house by having breakfast on the day of hair transplantation. There is no need to fast before the procedure. You can take a shower before the operation. The clothes worn while coming to the hair transplant operation are also of great importance. Worn clothes should not force while seducing. It would be most appropriate to wear wide-collared clothes or shirts.
Hair transplant operation is frequently performed especially in Turkey. In order for the patients to have a comfortable operation, they should follow some rules before and after the operation. It is necessary to be under the control of a doctor throughout the process and to follow the doctor’s instructions. Paying attention to the factors specified by the doctor before hair transplantation is very important for the entire process to be completed smoothly.