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Follicular Unit Transplantation

It is a sutureless method of hair restoration in which special micro punches are used to extract hair follicles from the back of the head under local anesthesia and implant them in the bald area. The donor area, beginning at the back of the head, is trimmed to a length of 1 to 2 mm on the day of surgery.

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Why does my upper lip look awkward after getting a mustache transplant?

Query: Hi doctor, I recently had my mustache transplant in the first week of this month, and now I notice changes in my lips, especially when I smile; my upper lips appear more awkward. Can this be due to local anesthesia given during the procedure? How long will it take to completely heal? Are there any ...  Read Full »


Dr. Sandhya Narayanan Kutty

Answer: Hi. Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Post Moustache transplant, changes may be noticed in the lip and the area where the procedure is done due to local anesthesia. There may be mild to moderate swelling, redness, numbness, itching, burning sensation, and disc...  Read Full »

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