Merchant City Medical Group offers surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures, from our state of the art clinics throughout the UK & Europe.

Hair Transplant Aftercare

After your hair transplant procedure, your surgeon will provide you with detailed aftercare instructions to help ensure the best results. Following these guidelines will promote healing and optimise the success of your transplant.

ARRANGE A CONSULTATION

Before you leave the hospital

MEDICATIONS

You will need to gently remove them after 48 hours, and apply a thin layer of antibiotic ointment to the treated areas. Ensure you follow this step to prevent infection.

CHANGE OF DRESSINGS

Your dressings will be changed before discharge, and a light bandage will be applied. Remove it after 48 hours, and apply a thin layer of the antibiotic ointment to your suture lines.

FOLLOW-UP APPOINTMENTS FOR DRESSING CLINICS

You will be given a card with details of your first follow-up appointment to ensure the transplant is healing properly. If you have concerns after leaving the clinic, feel free to reach out to our team.

Hair transplant instructions

  • Have someone drive you home after the procedure.
  • Get plenty of rest to promote healing and minimise swelling.
  • Start walking as soon as possible to encourage circulation and reduce swelling.
  • Follow a balanced diet, staying hydrated, and increasing your fluid intake to aid recovery.
  • Take pain medication as prescribed. Avoid aspirin or aspirin-containing products unless approved by your surgeon.
  • Avoid smoking for at least **two weeks** post-surgery, as smoking impedes healing and increases the risk of complications.
  • Avoid alcohol for at least three weeks after surgery, as it can cause fluid retention and worsen swelling.

Returning to Work After Facelift Surgery

Your ability to return to work will depend on the nature of your job and your recovery rate. For office-based roles or non-physical work, many patients are able to return after 1 week. However, for more physically demanding jobs or roles that require heavy lifting, it's recommended to wait for 3-4 weeks to allow for proper healing and ensure the transplanted follicles remain secure.

Wound Care Instructions

  • Gently apply the antibiotic ointment to your transplant sites twice a day until instructed otherwise.
  • Wash your hair carefully with a mild, non-alcoholic shampoo. Avoid scrubbing or using high-pressure water on the transplant area.
  • Avoid using styling products or cosmetics on the transplant area until it’s fully healed, which typically takes about **three weeks**.

Activities After Ear Correction Surgery

You may shower once you have removed the light bandage, 48 hours after surgery. Use lukewarm water and baby shampoo, and be gentle when washing your hair to avoid disturbing the transplant sites. After washing, apply the antibiotic ointment lightly.

Sleep with your head elevated on two or three pillows for the first few nights to reduce swelling. Avoid sleeping on the side of your transplant area.

Wear loose-fitting clothing that you can remove easily, and avoid any tight collars or tops that may rub against your transplant area.

Avoid strenuous activities, including high-intensity exercise or activities that elevate your blood pressure, for 3-4 weeks. You should refrain from contact sports for at least two months.

Follow-up

You will attend a specialist nurse clinic to check on your progress, and the nurse will remove any sutures if required.

We recommend a follow-up appointment with your surgeon to discuss the results of the procedure and any ongoing concerns or questions.

Please note: Some patients may contact us before their six-month check-up if they have any concerns or questions. If you’d like to come in for an earlier appointment, you’re welcome to do so at no extra cost.

When to Call

  • If you experience increased swelling or bruising that is not improving.
  • If you notice swelling in one or both of your legs or feel short of breath (this could indicate a clot in your veins or lungs – Deep Vein Thrombosis/Pulmonary Embolism).
  • If you notice increased redness along the incision (may indicate infection).
  • If you have severe or worsening pain that is not relieved by medication.
  • If you experience side effects from medications, such as rash, nausea, headache, or vomiting.
  • If your temperature exceeds 38°C (100.4°F).
  • If you notice yellowish or greenish discharge from the incision site.
  • If you have bleeding from the incision site that is difficult to control with light pressure.
If you are concerned, please contact the hospital where you had your procedure performed.

Excellence Record

Merchant City Medical Group is proud to be one of the leading providers of Hair Transplant Surgeries and Medical Aesthetics within the UK and Europe. With our extensive team of expert surgeons, nurse practitioners and consultants, you will be met with the utmost dedication and compassion throughout your journey with us.
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Cosmetic Procedure Screening Questionnaire

It can be used as a screening questionnaire to tell whether you might have BDD.

1) How often do you do you deliberately check your feature(s)? Not accidentally catch sight of it. Please include looking at your feature in a mirror or other reflective surfaces like a shop window or looking at it directly or feeling it with your fingers.
2) To what extent do you feel your feature(s) are currently ugly, unattractive or ‘not right’?
3) To what extent does your feature(s) currently cause you a lot of distress?
4) How often does your feature(s) currently lead you to avoid situations or activities?
5) To what extent does your feature(s) currently preoccupy you? That is, you think about it a lot and it is hard to stop thinking about it?
6) If you have a partner, to what extent does your feature(s) currently have an effect on your relationship with an existing partner? (e.g. affectionate feelings, number of arguments, enjoying activities together). If you do not have a partner, to what extent does your feature(s) currently have an effect on dating or developing a relationship?
7) To what extent does your feature(s) currently interfere with your ability to work or study, or your role as a homemaker? (Please rate this even if you are not working or studying: we are interested in your ability to work or study.)
8) To what extent does your feature(s) currently interfere with your social life? (with other people, e.g. parties, pubs, clubs, outings, visits, home entertainment)
9) To what extent, do you feel your appearance is the most important aspect of who you are?

Do I have BDD?

Body Dysmorphic Disorder

You have scored 0

When you score more than 40 points, this is an indication that you likely have Body Dysmorphic Disorder. However, this is not a formal diagnosis. This test can also be used after a treatment to see if symptoms have improved.

What now?

For more information on BDD and support, you can contact us.

If you are a UK resident, we suggest:

    • reaching out to your GP for more help
    • self-refer to NHS Talking Therapies.

When speaking to a health professional, you may present your clinic history or a printed form to clearly outline the symptoms you’ve experienced.