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8 days post op, scabs off, are my grafts secure?

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I am 8 days post op, my scabs are off and there is obviously some little hairs left..at this point are my grafts secure ? Can sleep on my sides and wear hats ? Do I still need to be careful when touching the tansplanted area ?

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