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Can I comb my recipient area 3 months after FUE?

arshad12Jun 23, 2016
there are several scubs are still connected with my recipient area i used oil shampoo but sheds are not falling so i want to comb my transplanted area after 3 month transplantation for to get rid off these scabs is it ok?

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First is the issue of swimming in a chlorinated pool .In my practice I do not recommend my patients swimming in a pool for one month , until the scabs have healed completely . Chlorine can kill grafts even if your pool has low PPM of chlorine, therefore you are  adviced to take a shawer after ...

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Thank you for your question. Your required graft count for the NeoGraft Hair procedure has a 1500-3000 range, depending upon a variety of factors. I suggest that you consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon.Best wishes,

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