Usually, one session of hair transplant is enough to procure good results. Depending on the bald area, density is needed for the hairline to attain a more natural and fuller look. For the second hair transplant, the patient has to wait for 6-12 months so that the procedural areas get enough time to heal completely. Most patients achieve the desired look they wish for after 1 or 2 procedures. People undergo hair transplant surgeries to gain back their natural-looking hair to some extent. If unsatisfied with the first hair transplant surgery results, they can undergo a second hair transplant.

What are the reasons for getting a second hair transplant?

• Sometimes the number of hair grafts may be insufficient to provide the desired results. So after a few months, the surgeon will do a second transplant when sufficient grafts are available.
•  Even after the first hair transplant, if the patient is not satisfied, the surgeon recommends a second hair transplant after 12 months of surgery for a denser and natural-looking hairline.
• Sometimes the person opts for a second hair transplant to fix the complications caused by an incorrect hair transplant. 
• If the cause of hair loss is hereditary, then there are chances that even after a hair transplant, they might lose hair. In such cases, patients opt for a second hair transplant.

What should you know before undergoing a second hair transplant?

After seeing the results of the first hair transplant, the person may wish to have increased density or a broadened hairline with a more natural look. The second hair transplant is suitable for people still suffering from hair loss even after a hair transplant. Before undergoing a hair transplant for the second time, it’s recommended to consult a doctor. Your surgeon will be the best person to decide if you are eligible for a second hair transplant. So before you start planning, make sure you have your surgeon’s approval. The doctor tests whether the client’s scalp and the quality of the donor’s hair are suitable for the procedure. 

In the second hair transplant, how many grafts can be implanted?

An average of 500 to 1,500 grafts are needed during a second hair transplant, or about 4,000 hair grafts are transplanted during surgery. The outcome of a second hair transplant varies from person to person, depending on the hair quality after the first hair transplant. With this second procedure, the client can have denser hair and a lowered or broadened hairline according to the client’s wish. 

How much time gap is suitable for a second hair transplant?

After the first hair transplant, the body and hair follicles need time to recover from the surgery to heal. It takes about a year to recover completely. This is why a considerable amount of time must be given to the body. In theory, there is no limit on how many hair transplants a person can undergo. The patient can undergo a second hair transplant if the hair follicles are completely healed after the previous transplant, and there is a good donor area. The surgeon must be careful not to disturb the previously implanted hair follicles. 

Which hair transplant procedures are suitable for a second hair transplant?

The most suitable and successful hair transplants are FUE and FUT. Among these two procedures, FUE is best for a second hair transplant. A person can sustain 2 hair transplants depending on the donor’s hair quality and the availability of healthy hair follicles. More than 2 hair transplants may result in a patchy donor area with an unnatural look, as everybody has a limited donor area and healthy donor grafts. 

After the FUT procedure, the donor area is reduced in size. To some extent, a second hair transplant through the FUE procedure is possible up upto 2-3 times. A second hair transplant is recommended for people suffering from hereditary baldness.

As the donor area is at the back of the skull, this area does not suffer from hair loss as it is resistant to the hormone DHT. This area is mostly used for the second surgery.

As the person is undergoing a hair transplant for the second time, they should take extra precautions per the doctor’s advice. For instance, avoid sunlight, alcohol, and junk food, and avoid wearing tight headwear for a few days until the surgical area is healed without complications. The aftercare procedure is similar to that of the first hair transplant.

We at Cyber HairSure, are committed to providing matchless services to all our patients. All your concerns regarding hair problems can be flawlessly sorted by our Cyber HairSure Advanced Hair Transplant Clinic, guaranteeing that you will be left with smiles that will last longer. Walk into Cyber HairSure and walk back with the look that you desire. Call 040 49540202 / 8331020202 or email us at cyberhairsure@gmail.com to book your consultation. Visit our website, Hair Transplant Clinic, to know more.