{"id":6507,"date":"2024-12-03T11:58:51","date_gmt":"2024-12-03T08:58:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/how-do-cut-your-hair-post-transplantation\/"},"modified":"2026-08-05T09:25:36","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T06:25:36","slug":"how-do-cut-your-hair-post-transplantation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/en\/how-do-cut-your-hair-post-transplantation\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do Cut Your Hair Post-Transplantation?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a885808a8be5\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/en\/how-do-cut-your-hair-post-transplantation\/#When_Can_You_Get_a_Haircut_After_a_Hair_Transplant\" >When Can You Get a Haircut After a Hair Transplant?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/en\/how-do-cut-your-hair-post-transplantation\/#Donor_Area_vs_Transplanted_Area_Why_the_Distinction_Matters\" >Donor Area vs. Transplanted Area: Why the Distinction Matters?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/en\/how-do-cut-your-hair-post-transplantation\/#Why_Grafts_Need_Time_to_Anchor\" >Why Grafts Need Time to Anchor?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/en\/how-do-cut-your-hair-post-transplantation\/#What_to_Expect_at_Your_First_Post-Transplant_Trim\" >What to Expect at Your First Post-Transplant Trim?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/en\/how-do-cut-your-hair-post-transplantation\/#Why_Scissors_Come_Before_Clippers\" >Why Scissors Come Before Clippers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/en\/how-do-cut-your-hair-post-transplantation\/#Styling_and_Products_to_Avoid_Early_On\" >Styling and Products to Avoid Early On<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/en\/how-do-cut-your-hair-post-transplantation\/#When_Can_You_Return_to_a_Normal_Haircut_Routine\" >When Can You Return to a Normal Haircut Routine?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/en\/how-do-cut-your-hair-post-transplantation\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/en\/how-do-cut-your-hair-post-transplantation\/#Can_I_get_a_haircut_two_weeks_after_a_hair_transplant\" >Can I get a haircut two weeks after a hair transplant?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/en\/how-do-cut-your-hair-post-transplantation\/#Will_cutting_my_hair_make_it_grow_back_faster\" >Will cutting my hair make it grow back faster?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/en\/how-do-cut-your-hair-post-transplantation\/#When_can_I_use_clippers_after_a_hair_transplant\" >When can I use clippers after a hair transplant?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/en\/how-do-cut-your-hair-post-transplantation\/#Is_shedding_normal_before_my_first_haircut\" >Is shedding normal before my first haircut?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>Getting a hair transplant is one of the most exciting steps toward a fuller head of hair, but the weeks that follow require some patience, especially when it comes to something as simple as a haircut. Cut too early, or with the wrong tool, and you risk dislodging grafts that haven&#8217;t finished settling into their new home. This guide covers exactly when it&#8217;s safe to trim your hair, which areas need the most caution, and what your barber should know before they pick up a pair of scissors.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"5:1-5:55;541-595\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Can_You_Get_a_Haircut_After_a_Hair_Transplant\"><\/span>When Can You Get a Haircut After a Hair Transplant?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-35313\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/When-Can-You-Get-a-Haircut-After-a-Hair-Transplant.webp\" alt=\"When Can You Get a Haircut After a Hair Transplant\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/When-Can-You-Get-a-Haircut-After-a-Hair-Transplant.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/When-Can-You-Get-a-Haircut-After-a-Hair-Transplant-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/When-Can-You-Get-a-Haircut-After-a-Hair-Transplant-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/When-Can-You-Get-a-Haircut-After-a-Hair-Transplant-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/When-Can-You-Get-a-Haircut-After-a-Hair-Transplant-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/When-Can-You-Get-a-Haircut-After-a-Hair-Transplant-400x400.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/When-Can-You-Get-a-Haircut-After-a-Hair-Transplant-600x600.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/When-Can-You-Get-a-Haircut-After-a-Hair-Transplant-500x500.webp 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"7:1-7:116;597-712\">Recovery unfolds gradually over several months, and the safe window for cutting hair expands as healing progresses.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:242;714-955\"><strong>Weeks 1 and 2:<\/strong> Don&#8217;t cut or touch your hair at all during this period. Newly placed grafts are still settling into the scalp, and proper hygiene, following your surgeon&#8217;s washing instructions closely, matters more than styling right now.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"11:1-11:229;957-1185\"><strong>Weeks 2 to 4:<\/strong> The donor area, meaning the sides and back where hair was taken from, can usually be trimmed with scissors once the first two weeks have passed. The transplanted area itself should still be left alone entirely.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"13:1-13:187;1187-1373\"><strong>Weeks 4 to 6:<\/strong> Healing continues, but deep cutting or shaving in the transplanted zone remains off-limits. Scissors can still be used on untouched, non-transplanted regions if needed.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"15:1-15:264;1375-1638\"><strong>Weeks 6 to 12:<\/strong> Most patients can have their first careful trim on top of the head during this window. If clippers feel too risky around the grafts, scissors remain the safer choice, since they don&#8217;t press or drag against the scalp the way a clipper guard can.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"17:1-17:272;1640-1911\"><strong>3 to 6 Months:<\/strong> By this stage, grafts are generally secure enough that hair can be treated more normally, and clippers become a reasonable option with some care. Most patients see meaningful growth by month six and settle back into a regular haircut routine from here.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"19:1-19:65;1913-1977\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Donor_Area_vs_Transplanted_Area_Why_the_Distinction_Matters\"><\/span>Donor Area vs. Transplanted Area: Why the Distinction Matters?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"21:1-21:180;1979-2158\">Not all of your scalp heals on the same schedule, and treating it as one uniform zone is one of the most common mistakes patients make when planning their first post-surgery trim.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"23:1-23:685;2160-2844\">The donor area, typically the back and sides in an FUE or DHI procedure, heals faster because no new grafts were placed there, only extracted from it. Light trimming here is usually safe within a couple of weeks. The recipient area, where the actual grafts were implanted, is a different story entirely. This is the zone that needs the most protection, since every graft here is a living follicle that hasn&#8217;t yet formed a stable connection to the surrounding tissue. Treating both areas the same, whether by rushing a haircut or by being overly cautious with a donor area that&#8217;s actually ready, either risks your results or delays your return to normal grooming longer than necessary.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"25:1-25:34;2846-2879\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Grafts_Need_Time_to_Anchor\"><\/span>Why Grafts Need Time to Anchor?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"27:1-27:623;2881-3503\">The caution around early haircuts isn&#8217;t arbitrary. A <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bernsteinmedical.com\/research\/graft-anchoring-in-hair-transplantation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">graft anchoring study conducted by Bernstein Medical<\/a> tracked how securely transplanted grafts were held in place over the days following surgery, using a series of controlled pull tests on real patients. The research found that grafts remained genuinely vulnerable to dislodgement in the first several days, but by around day six, a gentle pull on the hair itself was no longer enough to remove a graft, and by day ten, grafts were reliably anchored against normal mechanical stress.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"29:1-29:306;3505-3810\">This is exactly why most clinics draw the hard line at around two weeks before any cutting near the transplanted area, and it&#8217;s also why scabs shouldn&#8217;t be picked at during this window. A scab still attached to a graft can pull the follicle loose with it even after the graft itself has started to anchor.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"31:1-31:53;3812-3864\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Expect_at_Your_First_Post-Transplant_Trim\"><\/span>What to Expect at Your First Post-Transplant Trim?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"33:1-33:412;3866-4277\">Many patients are caught off guard by shedding around the time they&#8217;re finally ready for that first haircut. Transplanted hairs commonly fall out a few weeks after surgery in a process called shock loss, which is a normal, expected part of the growth cycle rather than a sign anything has gone wrong. The follicle itself stays in place under the skin and will begin producing new hair in the months that follow.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"35:1-35:432;4279-4710\">This shedding phase is often exactly why patients want a haircut in the first place, since native hair and transplanted hair can be growing at noticeably different lengths and thicknesses in the early months, creating an uneven, patchy look. A gentle trim that blends these areas can make a real difference to how your hair looks day to day, even while the underlying growth process is still working itself out beneath the surface.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"37:1-37:37;4712-4748\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Scissors_Come_Before_Clippers\"><\/span>Why Scissors Come Before Clippers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"39:1-39:455;4750-5204\">For your first several trims, scissors are the safer tool by a wide margin, and it&#8217;s worth understanding why. Scissors cut hair at a distance from the scalp itself, while clippers, even with a guard attached, need to make contact with or come very close to the skin, creating friction, tension, and occasional pressure against grafts that are still settling in. A clipper&#8217;s vibration alone can be enough to disturb a graft that hasn&#8217;t fully anchored yet.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"41:1-41:439;5206-5644\">Make sure your barber knows about your procedure before they start. A barber working with this information will use a lighter touch, avoid aggressive combing through the transplanted zone, and skip high-heat tools until your scalp has had more time to recover. Most surgeons recommend waiting at least three to six months before introducing clippers to the transplanted area, and closer to six months for anything approaching a skin fade.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"43:1-43:42;5646-5687\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Styling_and_Products_to_Avoid_Early_On\"><\/span>Styling and Products to Avoid Early On<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"45:1-45:779;5689-6467\">A few grooming habits are worth pausing entirely during the first weeks and months of recovery. Chemical treatments, hair dye, bleach, and perms in particular, should wait at least six weeks, and ideally longer, since they can irritate a scalp that&#8217;s still healing and potentially damage new follicles before they&#8217;ve had a chance to establish themselves. Heavy styling products, waxes, gels, and hair fibres used to conceal thinning, are best avoided for at least the first month, since they can clog pores around new grafts and contribute to folliculitis or small breakouts. Skin fades and very close razor shaves should also wait, generally until the three to six month mark, since keeping the scalp calm and free of irritation matters more than styling in these early stages.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"47:1-47:160;6469-6628\">Once your scalp has fully healed and your surgeon has confirmed it&#8217;s safe, these products and techniques can be reintroduced gradually rather than all at once.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"49:1-49:420;6630-7049\">&#8220;Patients are often more focused on how their hair looks in week three than on what actually protects their results long term,&#8221; says Dr. <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/en\/dr-gokay-bilgin\/\">G\u00f6kay Bilgin<\/a>. &#8220;A slightly awkward growing-out phase is temporary. A dislodged graft is not. My advice is always the same: keep it simple with scissors and a light touch until we&#8217;ve confirmed together that it&#8217;s safe to do more.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"51:1-51:52;7051-7102\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Can_You_Return_to_a_Normal_Haircut_Routine\"><\/span>When Can You Return to a Normal Haircut Routine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"53:1-53:483;7104-7586\">By around the six-month mark, most of the caution built into earlier recovery stages is no longer necessary. Grafts are securely anchored, scalp sensitivity has largely resolved, and patients can typically return to clippers, fades, and their preferred styling products without the restrictions of the first few months. Some patients see continued density improvement out to twelve or eighteen months, but from a haircut standpoint, six months is generally when things open back up.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"55:1-55:30;7588-7617\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"57:1-58:166;7619-7843\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_get_a_haircut_two_weeks_after_a_hair_transplant\"><\/span><strong>Can I get a haircut two weeks after a hair transplant?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"57:1-58:166;7619-7843\">The donor area, yes, generally with scissors. The transplanted area itself needs more time, typically another two to four weeks at minimum, before it&#8217;s safe to trim.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"60:1-61:226;7845-8121\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_cutting_my_hair_make_it_grow_back_faster\"><\/span><strong>Will cutting my hair make it grow back faster?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"60:1-61:226;7845-8121\">No. Hair growth happens at the follicle level beneath the skin and isn&#8217;t affected by trimming. A haircut simply helps blend uneven lengths during the growing-out phase, which can make the process feel less awkward day to day.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"63:1-64:201;8123-8376\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_can_I_use_clippers_after_a_hair_transplant\"><\/span><strong>When can I use clippers after a hair transplant?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"63:1-64:201;8123-8376\">Most surgeons recommend waiting three to six months before using clippers on the transplanted area, since the vibration and skin contact carry more risk than scissors during earlier stages of healing.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"66:1-67:190;8378-8615\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_shedding_normal_before_my_first_haircut\"><\/span><strong>Is shedding normal before my first haircut?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"66:1-67:190;8378-8615\">Yes. Many transplanted hairs shed a few weeks after surgery as part of a normal process called shock loss. The follicle remains in place and will produce new hair in the months that follow.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\" \/>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"71:1-71:12;8622-8633\"><strong>Sources<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-decimal flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"72:1-72:179;8634-8812\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"72:1-72:179;8634-8812\">Bernstein Medical. Graft Anchoring in Hair Transplant Surgery. <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bernsteinmedical.com\/research\/graft-anchoring-in-hair-transplantation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Bernstein Medical Research<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"74:1-74:300;8814-9113\">For a full overview of what to expect throughout recovery, see our <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/en\/after-procedure\/\">after hair transplant procedure guide<\/a>. If you have questions specific to your own recovery timeline, <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">contact our team<\/a> directly.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"76:1-76:122;9115-9236\"><em>This guide was prepared and reviewed by Dr. G\u00f6kay Bilgin, M.D., hair transplant surgeon at Smile Hair Clinic, Istanbul.<\/em><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" data-sourcepos=\"76:1-76:122;9115-9236\">Getting the first haircut right is easier with a clinic that already knows the case and can confirm timing directly, rather than relying on general rules alone. That kind of direct access is part of the year of follow-up built into every <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smilehairclinic.com\/en\/hair-transplant-turkey-cost\/\">hair transplant turkey packages<\/a> option at Smile Hair Clinic.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Getting a hair transplant is one of the most exciting steps toward a fuller head of hair, but the weeks that follow require some patience, especially when it comes to something as simple as a haircut. 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