Hair transplantation using the FIT method is a completely modern hair grafting technique. Many people may experience thinning hair or even baldness after the age of 30. Hair is one of the key factors contributing to beauty. If you don’t take steps to prevent hair loss when it begins, your hair will fall out quickly, and you’ll face thinning hair.
The best method to improve thinning hair after the hair loss phase is hair transplantation. This technique can quickly compensate for lost hair. However, choosing the right natural hair transplant method for hair restoration requires understanding the various hair transplantation techniques. One of the modern and widely used methods is the FIT hair transplant technique. This method is now utilized in many beauty clinics.
In the following, we will fully introduce the FIT natural hair transplant method and familiarize you with its side effects and post-transplant care.
What is the FIT Hair Transplant Method and How is it Performed?
The FIT hair transplant is a type of hair transplantation performed using the micrografting technique. In this method, thousands of micrografts are applied to the scalp. The FIT hair transplant is a technique that leaves no trace of surgery. In this method, hair follicles are extracted in groups from a part of the scalp. The main difference between this method and other hair transplant techniques is that the follicles are extracted in groups, and thousands of follicular grafts are transplanted at once. After extracting a group of follicles from an area at the back of the head that is less prone to hair loss, these grouped follicles are transferred to the recipient site with the help of a small surgical tool and with high precision. To transfer the grouped follicles to the recipient site, very tiny incisions are made in the recipient area. In this natural hair transplant method, the incisions made on the scalp are so small that, after full recovery, no trace of the transplant will be visible. This is the greatest advantage of this hair transplant method, and many people choose it for treating thinning hair solely because of this benefit.
The FIT hair restoration method is not performed linearly, so there is no need to create a strip of incisions in the recipient area. Instead, the recipient site only has very tiny incisions, like small dots, where a group of follicles is placed at once. Since the number of follicles transferred in this method is significant, it covers all surrounding areas of the natural hair transplant site. Therefore, there is no need for a strip-based hair transplant. As a result, after the recovery period, you will not notice any trace of the hair transplant on your scalp.
Post-FIT Hair Transplant Care
The FIT hair transplant is a very modern hair transplantation method. Therefore, it’s important to know that you cannot immediately resume your normal daily activities after the procedure. Instead, you need to follow certain initial care steps for a period after the natural hair transplant.
A common question among those who undergo hair transplantation is: How long should post-FIT hair transplant care be followed?
It is recommended to follow post-FIT hair transplant care for at least 10 days after the surgery. Post-operative care includes the following:
- Avoid intense physical exercise for 10 days after the hair transplant.
- You can start light activities like walking or yoga 4 days after the transplant.
- Stay in regular contact with your doctor and consult them before engaging in heavy activities or even light exercise.
- Hair follicles are very fragile in the early stages of a natural hair transplant and remain so for days or even weeks afterward. Therefore, you
need to take care of your hair and avoid brushing it quickly as much as possible.
Side Effects and Risks of the FIT Hair Transplant Method
Since the FIT hair transplant is a relatively new method recently adopted by specialists, it may have some side effects. In fact, no natural hair transplant method is entirely free of risks or side effects, but all potential side effects of the FIT method are manageable. When you visit a reputable clinic for a hair transplant, the specialist will provide you with guidance and care instructions. If you follow all the precautions provided by the specialist before the transplant and adhere to the post-transplant care outlined above, you won’t need to worry about the side effects or risks of this hair transplant method.
Costs of the FIT Hair Transplant Method
This hair transplant method is highly popular among patients because it leaves no surgical scars, as hair follicles are transferred in groups. This technique requires precise tools and a specialized medical team, making the FIT hair transplant method more expensive due to its high precision.
The quality and reliability of new hair growth in the FIT natural hair transplant method are significantly higher than other micrografting techniques. Therefore, you should expect this method to be more costly than techniques that perform strip-based hair transplants.
Ideal Candidates for the FIT Hair Transplant Method
The FIT hair transplant is suitable for individuals who plan to keep their hair short after the natural hair transplant and the growth of new hair. Since this method leaves no surgical scars on the scalp, it is particularly appealing to those who typically keep their hair short. In fact, the ideal candidates for the FIT hair transplant are men, as they are more likely than women to prefer short hair.
At the same time, men do not want visible scars on their scalp after a natural hair transplant when they cut their hair short. Therefore, this method is much more suitable for men and anyone who does not want surgical scars to remain visible on their scalp.
