Before undergoing a hair transplant surgery in Berlin, you will be required to provide pictures of your hair and your medical history. You will have an online consultation with the surgeon where you will discuss your expectations, options, risks, benefits and the aftercare of the procedure.
Once you arrive in Berlin, you will have a meeting with your medical consultant. The surgeon will examine your scalp to determine the extent of hair loss and together you will decide on the number of grafts needed and the best transplant method for your case. The procedure is usually scheduled for the next day, and it's important to remember to come to the clinic on an empty stomach. A blood test will be performed and after another consultation, you will be prepared for the procedure.
Hair transplantation is a cosmetic procedure performed under local anesthesia. The duration of the procedure varies depending on the number of grafts needed and can take between 6 and 8 hours.
The steps of the procedure may vary depending on the technique used. In the case of a regular FUE hair transplant, the first step is to extract healthy hair follicles, also known as grafts, from a donor site on the scalp or body. The surgeon then places the grafts in a special solution and creates small holes in the area experiencing hair loss to transplant the grafts.
After the procedure, patients can usually be discharged the same day and return the next day for a final check-up and instructions on follow-up care. It is possible to resume normal daily activities, but it's recommended to take it easy for at least 1–2 days after the procedure. Some minor redness and swelling may occur in the first 2–3 days, but it will typically resolve within a week.