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On this page, you will find everything you need to know about hair transplant questions. From hair transplant surgery to your hair transplant surgeons, we’ve got you covered with this exhaustive informational page.

Pre-Hair Transplant Surgery

Pre-Hair Transplant Surgery

The cost of a hair transplant is very much dependent upon how many grafts need to be used during transplantation. Most quotes we offer out on a daily basis cost between £4,000 and £6,500. Smaller cases, such a beard transplant or eyebrow transplant, may be as low as £3,500. Larger hair transplant cases may even be as high as £10,000. For more information please view our hair transplant prices page.

You can sign up for a hair transplant consultation using our free consultation form. The free video consultation is completely free, even if you decide not to go ahead with our clinic for your hair transplant!

The real question here is whether you want an fue or fut transplant. the FUE hair transplant method looks to take individual hair follicles and implant them into the recipient area.

Alternatively, the FUT transplant (“strip” surgery) extracts a linear strip of skin from the back of the scalp and implants hair follicles into the recipient area. The FUT hair transplant is now generally considered to be obsolete.

The need for hair transplant operations is dependent upon the amount of balding and thinning you may be suffering with. In cases where hair loss is only in its initial stages, then alternative treatments may be recommended. Take a look at the following articles to see which treatment may be right for you:

If you’re thinking about hair loss, then a question you have probably asked yourself is “should I get a hair transplant in Turkey?” Our recommendation is to make sure that you know who is doing your hair transplant. As the saying goes “you get what you pay for”. What we have found is that there is a reason that quite a large amount of clinics abroad offer cheap pricing. This being that the surgeon doesn’t perform the hair transplant procedure.

There are many different types of hair types that are eligible for hair transplantation. At Harley Street Hair Transplant Clinics, we are experienced at performing surgeries on straight hair, curly hair, wavy hair, and afro hair.

Hair transplants are able to be performed on men, women, and even transgender patients. The main variable that affects the eligibility for transplant is the size and quality of the donor hair on the back and sides of the head.

Younger patients, under the age of 25, may need to agree to take finasteride as part of their patient contract agreement. This is so they will be able to maintain hair density post-surgery and slow signs of further hair loss.

During Hair Transplant Surgery

During the procedure itself, all patients are provided with local anaesthesia. This means you will not fell anything during the procedure itself, but you will be awake and conscious. Most patients tend to say it feels like a head massage!

Most hair transplants performed typically take between 6 and 8 hours to perform. For larger cases, the work is usually split over two surgery dates. For smaller cases, such as beard and eyebrow transplants, surgery times can often be shorter. If you’re ever unsure, don’t hesitate to ask one of our consultants!

On the day of your hair transplant, it is important to wear some comfy clothes, like a comfy t-shirt and shorts, leggings, or tracksuit bottoms. Please avoid wearing tops with hoods or tight neck holes. We recommend a button up shirt.

After the surgery, patients will be bandaged. Any item of clothing that restricts or rubs against your surgery spot may be painful, or even damaged your implanted hair.

On the day of the surgery, be sure to bring comfy clothes and a means of entertainment (iPad, Tablet/Phone/Book). Lunch will be provided on the day of your hair transplant.

Post-Hair Transplant Surgery

For an FUE hair transplant, the initial recovery period is typically between 10-14 days depending on the patient. This is the typical time taken for your initial scarring to heal fully, enabling you to take off the bandages.

During the initial recovery process, you will also be provided with a full aftercare package and hair transplant aftercare instructions about your first hair wash for your transplanted hair.

Of course, this answer is very much dependent upon the patient and the rate at which their hair grows. For most patients, results begin to show from around months 9-12. However, it is important to note that everybody’s hair will grow at a different rate. So, don’t be alarmed if it is beginning to grow slowly.

Your follow-ups will occur 3, 6, 9, and 12 months after your hair transplant takes place. This enables us to follow your progress, answer any questions or queries you may have, and give you important information about what to expect over the coming months.

At Harley Street Hair Transplant Clinics, we pride ourselves on patient care. A patient’s recovery process is as, if not more, important as the transplant itself!

There are many things you can do to maximise the result of your hair transplant. In the initial 12 months, we would always recommend 3 courses of PRP. This is going to help your hair follicles grow thick and strong.

Many patients also consider using finasteride after their surgery. This is a great preventative medication that will help to slow any signs of further hair loss down the line! It is a great way to keep your existing hair!

Hair loss or hair shedding after your transplant is not always a bad thing. In fact, sometimes it is a completely natural occurrence. Between 4 and 6 weeks after hair transplants, it is not uncommon for follicular units to shed. These will grow back naturally and there is nothing to worry about.

Although hair loss medications and treatments are not essential, it is always wise to consider them after your transplant. A great way to think about it is this… You have gone to all the effort of paying for and having a surgical procedure. So, why would you not take those extra measures to maximise the longevity and appearance of your result?

You can begin to exercise two weeks after your transplant. The key aim is to make sure that your donor area and recipient site have recovered fully after your FUE hair transplant. The last thing you will want to cause is an infection.

Patient Testimonials

Aside from achieving fantastic results, we believe that keeping in touch with our patients before, during and after their hair transplantation procedure is paramount – it helps to keep our patients feeling calm and in control. We’re always on hand to provide guidance, support and aftercare advice. Time and again, our patients tell us that this is what sets us apart from other clinics.

You can read our great reviews of FUE hair transplants over on Google and TrustPilot

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Based on 26 reviews
John P Ronan
John P Ronan
30/03/2022
Very few can deliver a professional service whilst ensuring that all clients receive first -class personalised treatment, turning what can be a daunting experience into something of relative ease. Both Kevin, Dr Karla, and their surgical team certainly did this (and then some!) Once my mind was made up to have hair loss treatment, I was keen to get my transplant done asap. Kevin exceeded all my expectations with this - it’s hard to believe that my journey from first consultation to surgery happened in the space of one month. Efficiency did not stop there - on the day of surgery, my transplant was completed in less than 6 hours, all the while ensuring that I was comfortable and pain-free. Security is the best word that comes to mind to describe Dr Karla’s care -you know you’re in experienced hands! Now I can look forward to the results over the next few months, with the added peace of mind that the Harley Street Clinic team are only a phone call or email away to address any concerns. They will be the first name I will recommend to anyone looking for effective hair loss treatment, and I hope to make use of their service again in the future should I need it.
anees haseem
anees haseem
27/03/2022
Dr karla is an excellent Dr gives out great advice and is so friendly I have enjoyed meeting the team overall kind and friendly team 10/10
Spencer Aldridge
Spencer Aldridge
17/03/2022
From my first contact with Kevin he has provided great customer service, responding quickly or questions, offering consultations and giving me time to make my decision (not a salesman like I have experienced before). He is extremely knowledgeable in this area and so far everything he has told me has been true! Dr Kalra is a fantastic doctor and he knows everything there is to know about hair loss, I trust him completely. The surgery went smoothly, some of the injections hurt at the start but after that it’s the sitting still for hours that is the hardest part. The nurses were also brilliant they were happy to talk to you if you initiated conversation but didn’t chew your ear off if you were quiet. It is 4 months since my surgery and the the hair in the top of my head is almost fully covered with a few thinner spots where I previously had no hair at all, it seems to be noticeably thickening up weekly so I think one more month and no one would ever know I used to be bald! The donor area was completely healed and unnoticeable after 4 weeks. The aftercare has also been great, I have followed the instructions and I am very happy with the results so far.
Matty B
Matty B
01/03/2022
I got a hair transplant and PRP for my hair. Im 19 years old and it’s the best decision I made so far. Manchester hair transplant clinic have been amazing. They were brilliant at welcoming me into getting a hair transplant and amazing at doing the job right. I will defiantly be going to them later on in my life if/when another is needed due to my age. I would highly recommend their service to anyone interested 😊
Richard Morris
Richard Morris
17/02/2022
So after years of thinking about having a hair transplant i finally phoned up Harley street hair transplant clinic and spoke to Kevin who was extremely helpful answering all my questions.The transplant was on the 29th Jan 2022 by Dr Kalra and his team who made me feel really relaxed and comfortable. They were all very professional and very friendly. The procedure went great, no pain at all and I was extremely happy with the results. I can’t thank Kevin, Dr Kalra and his team enough, even the after care was unbelievable, thanks again guys. Highly recommend, 5 star service all day long. Cheers Richie
Bhaz4196
Bhaz4196
10/02/2022
I was quite scared before going into surgery, but Dr kalra reassured me the procedures were straight forward and easy going. And he was amazing and so were the team. Everyone was polite and professional and I will recommend this team to anybody else 🙂
Anthony Davies
Anthony Davies
10/02/2022
Had my FUE hair transplant on Saturday 5th February 2022 for receding hair line and balding crown. I’ve been thinking about a hair transplant for the last 2 years, I’ve heard bad stories and good stories as you do when you look through the internet or watching YouTube videos. I spoke with Kevin in January, great with explaining everything and putting me at ease (as I naturally worry about anything and everything). I wanted the surgery done as soon as possible after speaking to Kevin as everything felt right. Kevin arranged this for me and before I knew it here I am after surgery thinking what was I ever worried about and why didn’t I get this done sooner, however, things happen for a reason and that reason I hadn’t had it done sooner was I hadn’t found the right place or team to do the transplant and I’m glad that happened as I found Harley street hair transplant. I would highly recommend Kevin - Dr Kalra and his team. Thank you all for giving me my confidence back and making me feel like a different person. I am 4 days into my recovery and feel great. If you are reading this review and are like me with worrying about everything then please stop worrying, you are in safe hands before, during and after the procedure with Kevin, Dr Kalra and his team, just go for it. Thank you all again 😁
Mark A
Mark A
31/01/2022
Massive Thankyou to all the team . After months of indecision as to wether to have a hair transplant or not ,i finally made the decision to make that first call,im so glad i did,im so pleased i went with Dr Khalra and his team. I first spoke to Kevin he come across as a very honest and genuine guy who was certainly very knowledgable about all the procedure ,after speaking to him i decided that these were the people i wanted to go with. On the day of the procedure i was very nervous,but on meeting Dr Kalra and his team i was immediately put at ease ,he was very reassuring and such a lovely friendly guy as was his team,It was all very proffesionally done in a lovely clean and modern clinic in Bury. Throughout the day i felt i was in really good hands with Dr Khalra and his team Naz and Raz ( hope ive spelt it right). Im now 7weeks into my Fue hair transplant and looking forward to the coming months to see the results . Ive no hesitation in recommending Dr Khalra Kevin and the team ,they are definitely the right people to go to if you are considering having a procedure done . Again i cant thank you enough . Mark..
Rhys Jones
Rhys Jones
24/01/2022
Great experience, Kevin walked me through every step of the process beforehand and helped with any questions I had along the way. Dr. Kalra and the team looked after me on the day which went great. Thanks guys for your help, amazing experience.

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