Is Hair Transplant Surgery Painful?

Shedding 50 - 100 strands of hair is normal, but if the number is high, it is a matter of concern. Thankfully, a hair transplant in Delhi can help you to achieve your dream hair. However, pain during and after surgery is the major concern of the patients because everyone would prefer a painless surgical procedure, especially cosmetic surgery.

Fortunately, a hair transplant is a painless procedure, and that doesn’t mean there is no discomfort at all. A hair transplant is a minimally invasive procedure, meaning patients can experience little pain during or after surgery. However, this pain is temporary and reduced with over-the-counter painkillers. In this article, we will learn about discomfort and how to eliminate it.

Hair Transplant Proceudure

A hair transplant is a surgical procedure where the board-certified plastic surgeon extracts hair follicles from the donor area and transplants them into the recipient area. There are two major types of hair transplant: FUE (follicular unit extraction) and FUT (follicular unit transport).

Follicular unit transplants involve removing a scalp strip from the donor area and transplanting individual follicular units (grafts) to the balding area. Follicular Units are naturally occurring groups of one to four hairs and are the basic building blocks of hair restoration. FUT is the traditional hair transplant method and is still widely used today.

In the follicular unit extraction method, individual follicular units (grafts) are extracted from the donor area of the scalp. The follicular units are then transplanted into the desired area of the scalp. 

Hair Transplant Proceudure

The degree of pain with hair transplant in Delhi varies from patient to patient, type of procedure and number of grafts extracted from the donor area. 

FUT and FUE are both performed under local anaesthesia. So, most patients do not feel any discomfort. Some people may experience mild pain or discomfort during the numbing process or when local anaesthesia is injected. However, this is usually temporary and can be managed with over-the-counter pain medications. 

After the procedure, you may experience some mild soreness or discomfort, but this should resolve within a few days. The board-certified plastic surgeon will provide instructions on how to care for your scalp and manage any pain after the surgery. It is important to follow these instructions carefully to ensure the best possible outcome and minimise potential complications. 

If you have any concerns about pain during or after the procedure, you should discuss them with your surgeon before the surgery. They will explain the process in more detail and address any specific concerns you may have. It is also important to let your surgeon know if you have a history of allergies or sensitivity to medications, as this may affect the type of anaesthesia used during the procedure.

Schedule Your Hair Transplant Consultation Today!

A hair transplant in Delhi is a minimally invasive procedure that can lead to some discomfort. Consulting a board-certified surgeon can help eliminate any pain associated with surgery.

You should not wait until your hair loss becomes more noticeable. Book your consultation at Med Esthekis. Dr Lokesh Handa, a board-certified plastic surgeon, is dedicated to helping you in regaining your hair and confidence.