Get the real deal on beauty treatments—real doctors, real reviews, and real photos with real results.Here's how we earn your trust.

see all q&a
Posted underFUE Hair Transplant q&a

Post op FUE 17 days. Does my hair transplant look good/normal?

user36555Jun 7, 2017
I got a hairline lowering procedure a few years back but got it repositioned and softened up as it was too low and hairs were too thick around hairline. It's day 17 my scabs are gone and hair is still growing. My only concern is that it looks like the transplanted hairs are kind of separated from my own hairline I got 800 grafts from the lower part of the back of my head for a softer look. How does this look is this normal? Does it look good?

Answers (3)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Dr. Jae Pak, MD
Jae Pak, MD profile photo
Dr. Jae Pak, MD
Hair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
4.9 | 234 Reviews
Answered on Jun 15, 2017
Answer
🔗 Link
1 person found this helpful
Dr. Karl Hekimian, MD
Dr. Karl Hekimian, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Jun 12, 2017
Answer
1 person found this helpful
Dr. William Rassman, MD (retired)
Dr. William Rassman, MD (retired)
Hair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in General Surgery
Answered on Jul 7, 2017
Answer
1 person found this helpful

More FUE Hair Transplant Questions

Top Answer
User Avatar
Anil R. Shah, MD

Greetings,The donor area after FUE, whether by hand or ARTAS, takes some time to heal.  Most patients heal atraumatically over a period of weeks.  As your hairs begin to grow, the donor area becomes harder to see.  Daily washes with mild soap can help keep the donor area clean.  If scabs for...

+7 answers
Top Answer
User Avatar
Jae Pak, MD

If you believe FUE looks bad then don't go through with the surgery.  Discuss your concerns with your doctor.

+6 answers
Top Answer
User Avatar
Jae Pak, MD

It is best to ask your surgeon about post operative care as each doctor has their unique regimen.  Cracking and extensive scabbing is not considered normal.  Please contact your doctor.

+2 answers
Top Answer
User Avatar
Jae Pak, MD

If you are losing hair and want treatment options you should schedule a consultation with a doctor.  Most doctors probably would not recommend surgery based on photos alone.

+7 answers
Top Answer
User Avatar
Jae Pak, MD

Sun exposure is not recommended after surgery because it may cause discoloration of skin.  It will not harm your grafts.

+3 answers
Top Answer
User Avatar
Jae Pak, MD

You do not have to water your transplanted hair every hour.  If this is what your doctor instructed you to do then it is best to contact your doctor for clarification.

+3 answers
See all FUE Hair Transplant Q&A
See more FUE Hair Transplant Q&As
See all Q&As
SEE FUE HAIR TRANSPLANT GUIDE →