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January 18, 2022

Postoperative of a beard graft: What must be taken into account?

The lack of density and the appearance of bald spots in the beard make more and more men opt for beard and mustache grafting to put an end to this problem. The definitive results of this intervention are given a year after the implant and, during this period, we must follow a series of medical indications to obtain the best results. This is what is known as the beard graft postoperative. Below we will tell you everything you must take into account to carry out a correct postoperative period and minimize possible complications.

What does a beard graft consist of?

El beard and mustache transplant It is defined as an outpatient procedure that does not require general anesthesia and is minimally invasive.

To achieve a dense, thick beard with the shape we want, the follicular units that contain the least amount of hair are extracted, to achieve the most natural result possible. These can be found in the lower part of the neck and, after their extraction, they are implanted in the areas to be covered in the beard. At all times this is done respecting the design chosen by the patient, as long as it is feasible based on their face.

Obtaining a good result does not only depend on the skill of the medical team, but also on the precautions and compliance with the medical indications by the patient during the postoperative period of a beard graft. Thus, The correct follow-up of this process is essential to obtain the best results..

What must be taken into account during the postoperative period of a beard graft?

Our medical, trichology and advisory team will provide you with all the necessary information so that you can comply with a correct postoperative period of a beard graft. However, below we tell you the main medical indications to avoid complications after surgery. Take note! 

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The day of the intervention

Coming out of the intervention, the most important thing is do not touch the area of ​​the beard or the neck from where the implanted follicular units have been extracted. In the same way, blows or brushes on the beard should be avoided, since we would put the survival of the grafts at risk. This directly affects the way of sleeping, which we must do avoiding supporting the face.

Also, you can't driving after surgery. This is because the medical team administers a local anesthetic and an oral sedative, which can affect reflexes.

The day after the intervention

It is the day after the beard and mustache graft when the 24-hour cure is performed in our clinic. It is at this point in the postoperative period of a beard graft that our trichology team provides the guidelines for washing at home. Washing, both of the donor area and of the beard, must be done at home following the instructions in detail.

We can use thermal water in both the donor and recipient areas every two hours approximately. In this way we will relieve any sensation of itching or stinging that we may feel.

One of the issues that should also be highlighted in the postoperative period of a beard graft is that we must avoiding the use of certain substances for a week or so. This is the case of coffee, tea, cigarettes, drugs and alcohol.

You will also not be able to have sexual relations or practice sports until at least two weeks after surgery. This is due to sweating, which can seriously damage the grafts. 

15 days after beard transplant

Two weeks after the beard implant, you can go back to leading a practically normal life. We can play sports if this is soft intensity that does not involve excessive sweating and we can regularly consume coffee, tea or any of the other substances mentioned above.

However, exposure to the sun, sea water or swimming pool should be avoided until after the month.

A year after the beard implant

One year after the intervention, the postoperative period of a beard graft is considered to be over. It is here when the definitive results are already appreciated and we can show off a dense beard.

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Your doubts resolved in Hospital Capilar

En Hospital Capilar We have an expert medical team that will solve all the doubts that may arise before, during and after your beard transplant. If you have not yet decided to take the step to change, call us and request your diagnosis at no cost!

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