Your 1-Year Care Plan: Navigating the Post-Op Journey at Dr. Serkan Aygin Clinic

Here is precisely how we partner with you for the next 365 days—and beyond—to ensure your new hair reaches its full potential.

The success of a hair transplant isn’t solely defined in the operating room; it is secured through months of diligent care and expert monitoring. At Dr. Serkan Aygin Clinic, our commitment to your transformation extends far beyond your time in Istanbul. We understand that leaving the clinic is just the beginning of a new chapter, one that requires patience and precision.

The 12-Month Partnership: Why Continuous Monitoring Matters

Many patients worry about feeling isolated once they return home. To combat this, we assign you a dedicated medical advisor who acts as your personal post-operative representative. This isn’t just a generic helpline; this coordinator stays with you for the entire first year and remains available life-long for any future inquiries.

If you ever have questions or report something that appears out of the ordinary, you are not left guessing. Our patient care department officers communicate directly with Dr. Serkan Aygin to provide you with appropriate, medically backed recommendations.

In the rare event of an urgent concern where something looks unusual, our response protocol is swift. Dr. Serkan is personally consulted about your situation, and based on availability, we typically provide detailed feedback within 1–3 days. This direct line to your surgeon ensures safety and peace of mind throughout the healing process.

The Photo Protocol: Milestones for Success

To monitor your progress effectively, we utilize a structured online follow-up process. This involves sending periodic post-operative photos at specific milestones. But it is not just about looking at pictures; it is about adjusting your routine in real-time.

When sending your updates, we ask that you also inform us which professional hair treatments (shampoos, lotions, or serums) you are currently using. This allows us to modify your treatment plan at any time depending on how your scalp is healing and how your hair is responding.

We will provide you with a photo guide to ensure you capture the correct angles, and you will receive proactive reminders when it is time to check in. This systematic approach ensures that we can spot any potential issues early and guide your routine for maximum density.

Your Recovery Roadmap: When to Check In

The journey from initial healing to full density is a marathon, not a sprint. We have designed a specific timeline for updates to track every phase of the hair growth cycle.

You can save the following table as a reference for your calendar:

Protocols for Revisions and Corrections

While our goal is always perfection, we understand that biological factors vary for every patient. If you are concerned about a potential failed result or notice gaps, it is vital to follow medical protocol. Revision surgery should be considered no earlier than 6 months after the initial surgery.

This waiting period is mandatory because it allows sufficient time for the transplanted area to develop its full growth potential and for the donor area to heal completely. Rushing into a second procedure too soon can compromise blood supply and damage the scalp.

If you observe low density or uneven growth after several months, do not panic. Simply send us updated photos. Dr. Serkan Aygin reviews these images personally to determine whether the growth is within normal expectations or if additional intervention is required.

There are several reasons why certain grafts may not grow as expected, ranging from weak follicle quality and insufficient blood supply to lifestyle factors like smoking or improper aftercare. By adhering to the 1-year monitoring plan, we can identify these issues early and provide the best medical advice.

Long-Term Maintenance: Medications and Future Planning

A hair transplant restores lost hair, but it does not stop the natural progression of hair loss in your native hair. This is why ongoing maintenance is crucial for a lifelong aesthetic result.

We strongly recommend the use of supportive treatments such as finasteride or minoxidil. While optional, these medications help stabilize existing hair, slow down future loss, and protect the density achieved during surgery. Your dedicated medical advisor can modify your treatment plan—including shampoos and lotions—based on how your scalp is responding.

Specialized Post-Op Care with MDBio

To ensure the best possible environment for your new grafts, we partner with MDBio, a specialized line of clinical hair care products designed specifically for transplant recovery. For the critical first 6 months, we recommend using their dedicated “Box 1” set, which includes their specialized Multivitamin Shampoos. These are formulated to cleanse the scalp gently without irritation while providing essential nutrients for initial healing.

Once the scalp has fully healed and the hair follicles are active (after the 6-month mark), we suggest transitioning to “Box 2”. This advanced stage introduces the Hair Complex Meso Serum combined with a dermaroller. Using the dermaroller creates micro-channels in the scalp that significantly enhance the absorption of the serum, stimulating follicle activity and maximizing density. 

Future Planning: Will You Need a Second Procedure?

Many patients ask if they will need another procedure in the future. It is possible. As you age, genetic hair loss may progress, or you may simply wish to increase density. Whether you are a candidate for a second session depends on your donor area capacity.

If your scalp donor supply is limited, Dr. Serkan can assess the use of beard and body hair as supportive donor sources. This technique allows us to increase the maximum number of grafts transplanted in a single session without causing damage to the back of the head (the primary donor area).