Undergoing hair restoration in Philadelphia? Remember that a hair transplant is a surgical procedure. Because of this you need to prepare for surgery. Here are some tips to help you prepare for your Philadelphia hair transplant:
No Alcohol
Alcohol thins the blood. Thin or watery blood is the last thing you want during a surgical procedure. Patients need to abstain for 7-10 days before their hair transplant. Drinking within one week of the transplant may create complications or cause the doctor to cancel or postpone the procedure for the patient’s own safety. Not only should you avoid alcohol, but anything that can thin the blood need to be avoided as well. This includes vitamins, supplements, protein powders, aspirin, and “NSAID” medications like ibuprofen and naproxen.
Don’t Get a Hair Cut
Some may think it’s a good idea to get a haircut before hair restoration in Philadelphia, but this is not the case. Leave your hair long. If anything needs to be trimmed, the clinic will do it for you. Leaving the hair long helps guide the doctor, allows for the most effective use of the grafts, and also helps camouflage the hair transplant in the post-operative period.
Do your Scalp Exercises
For patients undergoing an FUT or “strip” procedure it is important to do your scalp exercises before surgery. Performing proper scalp exercises or “stretches” in the donor area allows the doctor to perform a proper harvest and obtain the necessary grafts. Failing to do your scalp exercises may reduce your graft number and result in a smaller surgery.
Also, remember to wash your hair the night before, get a good night’s sleep, and eat a healthy breakfast before surgery. If you have more questions about preparing for your hair transplant, contact Feller & Bloxham Medical at web.
