Smoking
Avoid smoking for at least a week before the procedure. Smoking affects the procedure itself, the healing process and the final result.
Before your treatment
Preparation for your hair transplant
Thank you for your trust. This guide helps you prepare in the best way for your big day, so that the procedure, the healing and the final result are as good as possible.
Good to know
A good day starts with good preparation
We look forward to taking care of you. The points below are gathered from what we know gives the best conditions for the procedure and your healing, both medically and practically. Read through them a few days before your visit and get in touch if anything feels unclear.
Checklist before the procedure
16 points that prepare you optimally
Nicotine
Avoid all forms of nicotine for at least 48 hours before the procedure, including snus, nicotine patches and e-cigarettes.
Caffeine
Avoid coffee for 48 hours before the procedure. Caffeine raises blood pressure and can affect blood flow during the treatment.
Alcohol
Abstain from alcohol for at least 48 hours before your hair transplant. Alcohol affects the blood’s ability to clot.
Medication
Avoid NSAIDs (Ibuprofen, Naproxen) and ASA (Aspirin) for at least 72 hours before. Prescription blood thinners are cleared with the responsible physician.
ID
Bring valid ID to the visit. We carry out an ID check on arrival in accordance with the Patient Safety Act.
Clothing
Wear a top that opens with buttons or a zip. After the procedure you cannot pull anything over your head.
Headphones
Feel free to bring in-ear headphones (larger headsets do not work during the treatment). Listen to a podcast or audiobook during the day.
Hair washing
Wash your hair thoroughly with shampoo the same morning or the evening before the procedure. A clean scalp is important.
Food
Eat a proper meal before you come to the clinic. Snacks and drinks are served throughout the day.
Shaving
Do NOT shave your hair before the procedure. The hair should be at least 4 mm long so we can assess direction and density.
Set aside time
Set aside the whole day for the procedure. We always prioritise quality over time, the procedure can take 6-10 hours depending on the scope.
Public transport
Arrange a lift or taxi home after the procedure. Avoid public transport the same day to reduce infection risk.
Neck pillow
Get a neck pillow and keep it handy for the first few nights. It helps you sleep on your back without pressure on the transplanted area.
Clean bedding
Sleep with freshly washed bedding the first few nights. A clean sleeping environment reduces the risk of infection in healing wounds.
Rest & time off
We recommend 72 hours of rest after the procedure and a total of 7 days off work for the best healing.
Questions before the procedure
We are just a call away
Do not hesitate to get in touch if you are unsure about anything in the guide, if you take a medication not mentioned above, or if you need to adjust the time. We want you to feel secure ahead of the whole procedure.
You can reach us by phone, email or via the form on our contact page. If anything happens between booking and treatment, get in touch as soon as you can and we will sort it out together.
Get in touch if
- → You take prescription blood-thinning medication
- → You have developed an acute infection, fever or illness
- → You need to move your booked appointment
- → Something in the checklist is unclear or practically difficult
- → You have a skin or hair condition that needs to be documented
- → You have questions about sick leave or time off
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