Side Effects of Non-Incision Hair Transplant: A Summary of the Most Common Cases

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I am Seong Eun-kyung, Director of Cheongdam OK Clinic, a clinic specializing in non-incision hair transplants.

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You probably thought very carefully before deciding to undergo a hair transplant.

But after the procedure, there are quite a few people who feel startled and ask, "Is this supposed to be like this?"

I wrote today’s post with the thought that it would be much less surprising if you knew in advance.

The word side effects can be frightening, but most of them are within a predictable and manageable range.

Table of Contents
1. What is a non-incision hair transplant?2. Cases where people are disappointed with the results, and there is usually a reason3. Side effects that require caution4. The most important factor in reducing side effects

1. What is a non-incision hair transplant?

A non-incision hair transplant (FUE) is a method in which hair follicles are individually harvested from the back of the head and transplanted to areas with hair loss.

Follicle harvesting from the back of the head

Unlike the incision method, it does not leave a linear scar, and the recovery period is relatively short, so it is one of the most commonly chosen methods these days.

However, because follicles are harvested one by one, the results can vary greatly depending on the practitioner’s skill and the condition of the equipment.

2. Temporary reactions

Rather than the procedure itself, many people are disappointed by differences in design and subtle details.

Transplanting without considering hair direction If the original growth angle and direction are ignored, the result will not look natural no matter how you style it.

Designing the hairline in a uniform way The hairline should vary depending on face shape, age, and gender.

Non-incision hair transplant

If a trendy design is applied in the same way to everyone, it can leave an artificial impression.

Uneven density distribution If overall balance is not considered, the result may make only certain areas stand out.

3. Side effects that require caution

Side effects that require caution include folliculitis, donor-site scarring, reduced graft survival rate, and overharvesting of the donor area.

Folliculitis is a reaction that occurs as transplanted hair grows within the skin, and if left untreated, it can affect the follicles, so early identification is important.

If the harvesting density is too high, white dot-like depigmentation may remain in the back of the head,

Left) Before, Right) After 1 month

Alcohol, smoking, and exposure to ultraviolet rays during recovery directly reduce the graft survival rate.

Because the number of follicles that can be harvested in one session is limited, it is best to check carefully in advance so that the donor area is not overharvested.

Left) Before, Right) After 2 months

This is why it is important to accurately determine how much can be safely harvested in a single procedure.

4. The most important factor in reducing side effects

Whether side effects occur is determined in all three stages: before, during, and after the procedure.

Left) Before, Right) After 2 months

Before the procedure, accurately evaluating the scalp condition and the stage of hair loss is the starting point.

During the procedure, the key factors are harvesting techniques that minimize follicle damage and proper adjustment of transplant angle and density.

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Hair transplantation is a procedure that requires a long wait before the results become visible.

If you feel anxious or have questions during that process, rather than worrying by searching on your own, I believe the wisest approach is to communicate sufficiently with the medical staff in charge.

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