What You Need to Know Before Hair Transplant Surgery
The question of what to do before getting a hair transplant is one of the questions that many hair transplant candidates have in mind. It is completely natural for individuals who have not undergone hair transplant surgery before to be anxious in the face of this uncertainty.
Gold City Clinic has prepared an “pre-operation guide” for you to eliminate all these concerns. Being informed about all the processes you will go through will relax you and ensure that the hair transplant operation goes perfectly.
Choose a Professional Clinic
One of the most important factors to consider is finding a reliable and professional clinic for hair transplantation. Therefore, it is beneficial to research the best clinics in order to have a successful hair transplant operation.
Follow Clinics on Social Media
To have the necessary information about the clinic, it is useful to follow the social media accounts of the clinics, which usually show their patients and experiences.
However, while doing this, it is important to make sure that the account is based on real patient experiences. Also, don’t forget to read the comments on social media posts.
In this regard, you can confidently refer to Gold City Clinic, one of Turkey’s leading clinics, and examine hundreds of successful hair transplant results based on completely real patient experiences from their social media accounts.
Research the Clinic’s Doctors
Researching and examining the CVs of the clinic’s doctors will help you make your decision about the clinic where you will have a hair transplant.
A reliable clinic will significantly help you with professional treatment, effective communication with doctors, and achieving the best possible result at the end of the treatment.
Do I Need to Shave My Hair Before the Operation?
Depending on the hair transplant procedure to be performed, shaving your hair may not be a good idea. It is recommended not to shave your hair to make your hair planning before the procedure and mark the areas that require surgical correction. After planning, Gold City Clinic will shave your hair.
Can I Have Breakfast Before the Operation?
Having a light breakfast before the procedure would be beneficial for our patients. Avoid oily and heavy foods.
Don’t forget to inform our clinic about your lunch preferences (vegetarian, kosher, etc.)!
Inform Your Doctor About Your Health Condition and Medications
Inform your doctor about the medications you are currently taking and your health condition. We should know these details because they can affect your operation. Therefore, if you have allergies, bleeding disorders, asthma, high blood pressure, respiratory problems, diabetes, psoriasis, or any chronic illness, you should inform your doctor.
If You Have Any Allergies to Medications, Inform Your Doctor
Since you will need to take some medications after the hair transplant surgery, if you have any allergies to medications, please inform your doctor. This way, your doctor can prescribe different medications for you.
Medications to Stop Taking One Week Before the Procedure
• Aspirin
• Anti-inflammatory drugs
• Vitamins B and E
• Blood Thinners
• Ibuprofen
• Herbal medication
These are some medications that you should stop taking a week before the hair treatment to prevent increased bleeding during the treatment. If you are using any other medications not listed here, please inform your doctor before your operation is scheduled.
If you are using Finasteride or Propecia, you do not need to stop taking them. However, it is recommended to avoid Minoxidil or Rogaine one week before the surgery and resume it two weeks later. Also, consult your doctor before taking any prescription medications before hair transplantation.
Alcohol Consumption Should Be Stopped 12 Hours Before the Operation
Alcohol affects the anesthetic drugs used during the operation, can increase bleeding and bruising. Therefore, alcohol should be avoided 12 hours before the operation. It is also not recommended to use alcohol for 10-14 days after the operation.
Stop Smoking One Week Before the Operation
Nicotine narrows blood vessels, reduces blood flow, and lowers the oxygen level that cells in the body need for regeneration. Nicotine use will affect your surgical and recovery process. Therefore, smoking should be stopped two weeks before the operation.
Do Not Apply Hair Care Oils, Hair Gels, and Similar Products
Hair care oils and products like gel, cream, etc., should not be used before the operation.
Also, it is better not to wear a hat before the operation to prevent any microbial growth due to heat or sweat and to prepare your donor and recipient areas. If you have dandruff problems, it is better to consult your doctor. Your doctor can advise you on suitable products.
Choose Comfortable Clothing Before the Operation
Since your hair should not be damaged after the operation, it is recommended to wear zippered or buttoned clothing. So, pay attention to wearing something comfortable