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Hair care before and after a hair transplant: what to do

A hair transplant moves hair roots into thin areas, but it does not stop your existing hair from falling out. So caring for your hair before and after surgery is part of the plan. Sandee Clinic, Ubon Ratchathani, does not currently accept hair-transplant surgery cases, but can care for your hair before and after a transplant.

Reviewed by Dr. Ariyabhorn Kaewthaworn
Thai medical licence no. ว.55040 • reviewed on 10/10/2026
English translation of the Thai page. If the two differ, the Thai version applies.
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In short
  • A transplant does not stop your existing hair from falling out, so you still need to keep caring for it.
  • Before a transplant, know the cause of your hair loss and get your scalp ready.
  • After a transplant, transplanted hair takes several months to grow and show clearly.
  • The clinic does not currently accept hair-transplant surgery cases, but can care for your hair before and after a transplant.

Why you still need hair care after a transplant

Drawing of a head seen from above. The front area is dotted with transplanted hair, surrounded by existing hair.

The dotted area is transplanted hair. Around it is existing hair that still needs care.

Illustration

A hair transplant moves hair roots from an area where the hair is strong into an area that is thin. Moved roots usually last a long time.

But the existing hair around it is the same hair that was thinning before. If the cause is genetics and hormones, this hair can keep thinning. So caring for your existing hair goes hand in hand with a transplant.

Transplanted hair

  • Hair roots moved from another area
  • Takes several months to grow and show clearly
  • In the early period after surgery, follow the advice of the doctor who did your surgery

Existing hair

  • The hair you already have around the transplanted area
  • Can keep thinning if the cause is still there
  • Cared for with medicine and other methods as the doctor assesses

Why care for your hair before a transplant

  1. Transplanted hair stays, but existing hair can still fall out A transplant does not stop hair loss. Without care, the existing hair around it can keep thinning.
  2. Slow the hair loss first, and the area to transplant may be smaller So the number of grafts needed may also be smaller.
  3. Strong existing hair helps new hair blend in Caring for your hair and scalp before a transplant helps the new hair blend naturally with your existing hair.
  4. Some people may not need a transplant yet People in the early stage of thinning may respond to care with PRP, medicine and scalp care.
  5. Long-term planning Genetic thinning continues with age. Care beforehand helps plan a transplant more accurately.

Sandee Clinic does not currently accept hair-transplant surgery cases, but can care for your hair both before and after a transplant. The doctor assesses each person. Results vary from person to person.

What to prepare before a transplant

Drawing of a doctor examining a scalp with a magnifying cameraFind the cause
Drawing of a camera behind a head, and 2 photosTake photos to keep

Illustration

The time before surgery is when you should know clearly what is causing your hair loss, and how much hair you are still losing.

3 things to do before a hair transplant

Find the causeScalp exam with a magnifying camera, and blood tests when needed
Scalp careIf you have a lot of dandruff or scalp inflammation, get it under control first
Take photos to keepPhotos from the same angle before surgery, to compare changes later

For some people, after a period of care with medicine, hair loss goes down and the edges of the thin area become clearer, which makes it easier to decide about a transplant. Some people may not need a transplant for now.

If you already have a surgery date, tell the doctors on both sides which medicines you use, because the doctor doing your surgery may ask you to stop some medicines before and after surgery.

Results vary from person to person.

What you will see at each stage after a transplant

Three cross-sections of the scalp showing hair at each stage after a transplant
First few weeks: transplanted hair often falls out
About 3–4 months: new hairs start to grow
About 9–12 months: hair becomes thicker

Illustration, left to right

Transplanted hair does not grow long right away. The times below are rough estimates. The doctor who does your surgery will tell you your own timeline.

Rough timeline

  1. The first few weeksTransplanted hair often falls out. This is common; the roots are still under the skin.
  2. About 3–4 monthsNew hairs start to grow. They are still fine and thin.
  3. About 9–12 monthsHair becomes thicker and the change is clearer. For some people it takes longer.

While you wait, your existing hair still needs its usual care. If you stop, your existing hair may thin until there is a visible difference between the transplanted area and the area around it.

What Sandee Clinic can take care of

Drawing of a scalp injectionScalp injections
Drawing of light therapy on the headLight therapy for hair roots

Illustration

The doctor chooses based on the cause, how thin your hair is and how long it has been since your surgery. Not everyone needs every option.

Topical and oral medicine

Helps keep your existing hair. The doctor prescribes it and schedules follow-ups.

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Scalp injections

Hair PRP and hair meso. The doctor recommends them alongside medicine in some cases.

Light therapy for hair roots

Used alongside other methods when the doctor thinks it suits your case.

Follow-up with photos

Scalp exam and photos from the same angle every time, to check both the transplanted hair and your existing hair.

Results vary from person to person.

Questions to ask the doctor who does your surgery

Drawing of a notebook with a list of questions and a pen

Write your questions down in advance, and ask them all before you go home.

Illustration

The wound and newly transplanted roots are under the care of the doctor who did your surgery. For these matters, follow that doctor’s advice first.

Ask them all before you go home

  • When can I wash my hair, and how?
  • When can I go back to using topical medicine on my scalp?
  • Should I stop or continue the oral medicine I take?
  • When can I exercise, wear a hat or dye my hair?

If the pain gets worse, or there is swelling, redness, pus or a fever, contact the doctor who did your surgery right away. Do not wait for your appointment.

What to bring to your visit at Sandee Clinic

  1. Surgery details The date of your surgery or your scheduled surgery date, the transplanted area, and whatever documents you have.
  2. Medicines and supplements you use Bring them for the doctor to see, including medicines from the doctor who did your surgery.
  3. Old photos Photos from before surgery, or photos showing your hairline and the top of your head, help compare changes.
  4. The aftercare advice you were given So the hair care plan does not conflict with the advice of the doctor who did your surgery.

You can send scalp photos on LINE @sandeeclinic before you come. Our staff will give first advice and help book a day to see the doctor. Diagnosis and treatment planning are done by the doctor only after an exam at the clinic.

Costs

Costs depend on the method, how long it lasts and any blood tests each person needs.

Ask about the first exam fee on LINE @sandeeclinic or call 087-491-6969 before coming to the clinic. You can pay by cash, bank transfer or card.

Frequently asked questions

Does Sandee Clinic do hair transplants?

The clinic does not currently accept hair-transplant surgery cases, but can care for your hair before and after a transplant with medicine, scalp injections and light therapy, as the doctor assesses.

I had a hair transplant elsewhere. Can I continue care at Sandee Clinic?

Yes. Bring whatever surgery documents or details you have, such as the date of surgery, the transplanted area and the medicines you use. The doctor will examine your scalp and plan your hair care from there.

Do I still need medicine after a hair transplant?

It depends on the cause of your thinning. For thinning from genetics and hormones, the existing hair that was not transplanted can keep thinning, so the doctor usually recommends continuing care, but assesses each person.

Is it abnormal for transplanted hair to fall out in the first few weeks?

Transplanted hair often falls out in the first few weeks after surgery, then grows back in the following months. If you are worried, or have pain, swelling, redness or pus, contact the doctor who did your surgery.

I have not had a transplant and just want to know if I should. Can I come for advice?

Yes. The doctor will examine your scalp and see how many hair roots are still working, then tell you how much medicine can help at this stage and whether a transplant is worth considering.

How many days after surgery can I come to the clinic for a check?

In the early period after surgery, go to the appointments with the doctor who did your surgery first. For long-term hair care, message us on LINE with your surgery date and our staff will help book a day.

Let the doctor assess you before choosing a treatment

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This page is general information and does not replace an examination by a doctor • Results vary from person to person

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