The “Sweet Spot”
Over the past several years of having my hair back I have learned a few things about how transplanted hair behaves over time. I’m not saying that it acts differently than non-transplanted hair or anything like that but more rather what the conditions are that allow it to look it’s best.
If you’ve never had a hair transplant understand that it acts just like non-transplanted hair if the procedure was performed correctly. You cut it when it grows long, you style it every day, and you can even have highlights or dye applied to it (obviously from my photos:))
What I have learned over time however is that if you have had a large area addressed with transplanted hair there is a sweet spot so to speak regarding the length and how it positively or negatively affects the appearance of your hair. By this I mean that certain lengths make it look fuller than others. I have found that for me a medium length will make the density seem the strongest. When I cut my hair really short the results seem to be a bit thinner and when it is really long (like shown in my HT# 3 gallery) it also can appear thinner. I am not really sure why this is the case but it has been confirmed over and over as I have had my hair at drastically different lengths.
So, the lesson here is, after your results have grown in you may want to experiment with different styles to find the one that best accentuates your appearance. If it looks too thin, let it grow a bit more or cut it a bit shorter. Good luck!
November 22nd, 2009 at 9:41 pm
Hi I have a few questions that I have been curious about. I hope you don’t mind. Here goes….
1. How long should you have your hair grow in the donor area before the day of surgery?
2. Is it wise to buzz your donor area after the surgery? If so, does the doctor in this case Dr Hasson or Dr Wong do so? Or if you left it to long, will they trim it there?
3. I have heard numerous comments on the topic of hair transplants and smoking. Can you be a smoker and still get a hair transplant? I know your not a doctor however maybe you can answer this question.
4. When having a transplant, is it wise or better yet, do the doctors prescribe you with any antibiotic prior to the surgery?
5. I know that the cost of surgery can be costly however if you want quality work you look for the best. When a price is quoted for example with Hasson and Wong does this include all necessary medications and or products needed in order for your transplant to be successful? ( Not referring to Finasteride or Propecia )
6. I have read in numerous blogs and sites that I have researched, that typically you can return back to work in about 5 days to a week. For example Hasson and Wong, would they give a patient the ability of taking a short term disability from work in order to get the procedure done, travel back home and properly recuperate? Typically a minimum of 8-10 working days ( 2 weeks, MON-FRI) would qualify for a short term medical leave at any company.
7. Is it true that you need to sleep sitting down the first few days after you have a hair transplant?
8. How much bed rest is needed after the rest? Typically.
9. Should your head remain covered after the surgery? If so, for how long? (Taking into consideration germs and bacteria in the air etc)
10. Should one stop taking Propecia/Finasteride before the surgery?
I really appreciate your time and support in answering these questions. Your blog has helped me out immensely in a lot of doubts and or concerns that I have had for a very long time.
Once again, thank you and I look forward to hearing from you!
Anonymous Patient Considering Surgery