Dr Irtiza Ali Shah
Hair Transplant Surgeon
GMC 7554414
Hair transplants · Aftercare
Hair transplant aftercare
Good aftercare helps your grafts settle. We give you clear instructions and the products you need before you leave, and we stay in touch as your hair grows.
Free consultation first · GMC-registered surgeon · CQC-registered clinic on Vale Road
Recovery
The first weeks
- 01
First days
Protect the grafts: no touching, scratching or pressure on the treated area. Sleep with your head raised to reduce swelling.
- 02
Washing
Wash gently, exactly as shown in your aftercare instructions. Small scabs usually clear within about ten days.
- 03
Weeks 2 to 6
The transplanted hairs shed. This is normal and expected; the follicles stay in place.
- 04
Follow-up
We check your progress and invite you back at around 12 months to review your result.
When to contact us
Getting help
Contact us if you notice increasing redness, heat, swelling or pain, pus, or you develop a fever. These can be signs of infection, which is uncommon but needs prompt treatment.
Your clinician
Your surgeon
Registered and regulated
Your questions
Aftercare questions answered
When can I exercise?
Avoid strenuous exercise, swimming and saunas for the first couple of weeks. We’ll give you specific advice for your procedure.
When can I wear a hat?
A loose hat is usually fine after the first few days. Avoid anything tight that presses on the grafts.
Is it normal for the new hair to fall out?
Yes. Most transplanted hairs shed within a few weeks. New growth usually starts at 3 to 4 months.
Got another question?Ask us at your consultation. You don’t have to go ahead.
Get started
Take the next step
Book a free consultation to find out more about recovery.
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- Call01892 543029
- Emailinfo@valehealthclinic.co.uk
- ClinicVale Health Clinic, 31–33 Vale Road, Tunbridge Wells TN1 1BS
Written by Dr Irtiza Ali Shah, Hair Transplant Surgeon (GMC 7554414). Last updated 15 October 2026.