What to Expect During the Hair Transplant Journey
If you decide to have a hair transplant procedure at MAXIM Hair Restoration, here is a comprehensive overview of what you can expect at each stage:
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Initial Consultation
During your initial consultation, you'll meet with one of our expert hair transplant surgeons to discuss your specific goals for treatment. The doctor will evaluate your level and pattern of hair loss, examine your scalp, and determine if you are a good candidate for a transplant.
You'll have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the procedure, potential results, recovery time, and costs. If you decide to move forward, we can schedule your procedure date.
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Pre-Procedure Preparations
Prior to your scheduled procedure date, we provide detailed instructions to help you prepare. This may involve Labs or bloodwork, instructions for discontinuing certain medications before surgery, guidelines on washing your hair and scalp pre-procedure, and a list of recommended items to bring such as comfortable clothing. We assist with transportation arrangements if needed.
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Hair Transplant Surgery Day
On the day of your hair transplant, arrive relaxed, fed, and hydrated. Our team will greet you, get you comfortable, and the doctor will mark the transplant areas. Local anesthesia is administered to numb the scalp before the hair follicles are transplanted.
Our skilled medical staff monitors you throughout the procedure. Most procedures take 6-8 hours depending on the number of grafts. Movies, music, and breaks are provided for your comfort.
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Recovery Period
Swelling, numbness, scabbing, and redness are normal parts of the recovery process as the newly transplanted follicles enter the growth phase during the first 7-14 days following your hair restoration procedure. We provide detailed post-procedure instructions including wound care, medication, gentle washing, and tips to minimize discomfort. Most patients feel well enough to return to work within 5-7 days.
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Hair Growth & Final Results
New hair growth typically begins around 3-5 months post-procedure. It takes time for the transplanted follicles to stabilize, regrow, and mature. Complete results from your hair transplant procedure will become visible at the 12-18 month mark. We schedule periodic follow-ups to monitor your progress and provide our customized hair growth regimen.
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Maintenance & Continued Care
To keep your hair transplant results looking their best, we create an individualized maintenance plan which may involve topical treatments, a hair care regimen, or scheduling follow-up PRP therapy sessions. Many patients choose to come back annually for a scalp assessment and hair check-up. We are committed to your satisfaction long-term.