On Thurs, I got 1500 grafts (FUE) transplanted. Today (Sunday), I showered for the first time. As directed by my doctor, I mixed baby shampoo (maybe too much) into a bowl of water, and then I poured the mixture over my head. Then, I poured a bowl of straight water over my head to rinse. Afterwards, I felt as though some shampoo still remained. (I'm not sure.) I don't know what to do. I'm afraid to pour more water over my head, because what if too much water pouring causes the grafts to dislodge?
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Gently pouring water over the head to wash away residual dilute shampoo is completely safe.It is always best to follow the instructions/protocols as established by your Neograft provider. That being said, it sounds like you have been following protocol and should do fine.As always discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS) with experience in hair restoration.
Dr. Donovan Rosas, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Hello,Washing your hair after a hair transplantation is an important to survival. We usually have our patients start spraying hair with lactated ringers with liposomal ATP as well as other growth factors twice a day to help your hair process start ASAP. Actual hair washing usually takes place several days after the procedure. There are several advantages to this approach:
Dr. Anil R. Shah, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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I recommend gently rinsing the day after a hair transplant. Don't allow the shower stream to directly strike your head. You should be ok at 4 days to rinse thoroughly by using a bowl.
Dr. Tim Neavin, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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48 hours after your procedure, it is safe to GENTLY RINSE your hair. As long as you gently rinse with warm water, you will not dislodge any grafts. Hope all turns out well!
Dr. Michael S. Beckenstein, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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You are correct in being concerned about the way you wash your hair. It is very important to wash your hair softly, gently and carefully during the initial moments in your post-op care. Please follow your surgeon's recovery guidelines diligently so as to ensure you receive the best results possible.
Dr. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
