Back to work the next day. Healed in 7-10 days.

Chicago No Save Transplant

Important Event in 7 days? You Should Go

Seven days before standing up in a wedding, Dr. Vinay took the challenge of getting a transplant and healing in time for the wedding. He documented his journey and proved that you can heal in 7 days.

Post-procedure Restrictions

Activity | Exercise | Sex

You can start light activity on Day 2 but no sweating or straining. On Day 5, you can sweat, but still no straining. On Day 10, sweating and moderate straining is fine. At 3 weeks, anything goes.

SUN

Minimize sun exposure for 5 days. On Day 5, you can wear a cap if you are in the sun. At 3 weeks, all is good but sunscreen is best.

Wearing Hats

You can wear a cap starting Day 5 but make sure the brim doesn’t touch your new hairs. At 3 weeks, anything goes.

Swelling

Swelling is only noticeable when hairs are placed in front of the ear. It peaks at day 4-5 and is gone by day 8-10.

Bruising

It is very rare to have a bruise.

Infection

Infections are rare but we place everyone on anti-biotics.

How Healing Looks

Crown

Immediately

Day 2

Day 5

Day 10

Hairline

Immediately

Day 2

Day 5

Day 10

Hair Collection Area

Immediately

Day 2

Day 5

Day 10