Afro hair transplant is usually the most complex of all hair transplant procedures. Due to the natural curvature of the hair follicle, ensuring maximum graft survival rates and minimizing the possibility of hair regrowth are important to performing a successful procedure and obtaining the best results.
What is Afro hair transplant?
Afro hair transplantation is a hair restoration procedure for people with tightly curled Afro textured hair. FUE can be used for Afro hair transplantation. FUT can also be used, but FUE is generally the preferred choice for people with Afro hair as it is less likely to damage hair follicles. However, FUT comes with a higher chance of scarring, so a FUE technique would be the best option to choose.
How does the Afro hair transplant procedure work?
First of all, it is discussed whether the transplantation technique will be FUE or another technique. The FUE method is preferred, the scalp is anesthetized with local anesthesia before the procedure begins, so that the procedure is more comfortable. A sedative can also help the patient stay calm and relaxed. When these are effective, the surgeon will begin to remove the follicles using the chosen method.
Once the grafts are prepared, the surgeon will begin to make small incisions in the balding areas. Then, following the natural direction of the hair, they place the grafts so that the transplant results look completely organic.
Does the Afro hair transplant procedure hurt?
Hair transplantation may take a little longer, but it is not painful, but medication can be given to minimize any pain. Just before the procedure, painkillers are given together with local anesthesia to relieve discomfort when the procedure is performed.
When are the results seen after hair transplantation?
Results can be seen immediately after surgery. Permanent hair growth occurs within 4 and 6 months and results can be seen up to 18 months after the procedure.
Are the results permanent?
Yes, the results are permanent. Whatever procedure is used, permanent results are expected from hair transplantation.
Are there any side effects of hair transplantation?
Most patients experience few side effects in the hours and days after the hair transplant procedure. The most common hair transplant side effects are pain, swelling, numbness and itching.
Any side effects should disappear 3 or 4 days after surgery.

What is Afro hair transplant?
Afro hair transplantation is a hair restoration procedure for people with tightly curled Afro textured hair. FUE can be used for Afro hair transplantation. FUT can also be used, but FUE is generally the preferred choice for people with Afro hair as it is less likely to damage hair follicles. However, FUT comes with a higher chance of scarring, so a FUE technique would be the best option to choose.
How does the Afro hair transplant procedure work?
First of all, it is discussed whether the transplantation technique will be FUE or another technique. The FUE method is preferred, the scalp is anesthetized with local anesthesia before the procedure begins, so that the procedure is more comfortable. A sedative can also help the patient stay calm and relaxed. When these are effective, the surgeon will begin to remove the follicles using the chosen method.
Once the grafts are prepared, the surgeon will begin to make small incisions in the balding areas. Then, following the natural direction of the hair, they place the grafts so that the transplant results look completely organic.
Does the Afro hair transplant procedure hurt?
Hair transplantation may take a little longer, but it is not painful, but medication can be given to minimize any pain. Just before the procedure, painkillers are given together with local anesthesia to relieve discomfort when the procedure is performed.
When are the results seen after hair transplantation?
Results can be seen immediately after surgery. Permanent hair growth occurs within 4 and 6 months and results can be seen up to 18 months after the procedure.
Are the results permanent?
Yes, the results are permanent. Whatever procedure is used, permanent results are expected from hair transplantation.
Are there any side effects of hair transplantation?
Most patients experience few side effects in the hours and days after the hair transplant procedure. The most common hair transplant side effects are pain, swelling, numbness and itching.
Any side effects should disappear 3 or 4 days after surgery.