Affecting Your Sex Life

Amping up self-esteem and sex appeal with a New York hair transplant could be the beginning of your new lifestyle and outlook. More men each year restore thicker, fuller hairlines and recapture younger-looking confidence in careers, and romance. This procedure is considered “minor” but still surgery, so it’s essential to understand recovery and what’s required of you. The great news? Hair transplant patients typically recover fast, meaning they don’t miss much time at work or away from activities they enjoy. However, if you’ve wondered about sex after FUE, you’re not alone. Some people feel shy asking whether they can have sex after their procedure, and if so, when? Just a few guidelines will ensure you heal safely and look your best, quickly. We’ll outline what you need to know, below.

After a hair transplant in New York- Why will sex have to wait?

Don’t worry, most surgeons advise just 10 days abstinence from sexual activities and strenuous workouts at the gym. There are a few good reasons for that.

During your procedure, donor hair grafts containing tissue and hair follicles are implanted through tiny incisions in your scalp. They’re so small, in fact, that minor scabbing is all most people see for 3-5 days. You can expect to heal quickly if you have good overall health and follow precautions to avoid infection or inflammation.

These include 10 days without:

– Hot tubs Baths

– Saunas

– Strenuous cardio workouts and sweating

– Sexual intercourse

Another reason to hold off on intimate encounters for a little while is that it’s hard to predict physical activity during passionate moments. You might bump your sensitive scalp, or a partner might tug on your hair. Those grafts are delicate, so until they’ve healed securely in place, you’ll want to avoid pressure, rubbing or pulling on the hair.

Your follicles become stronger each day after transplant

Light physical activity is not only OK for most patients, but it’s encouraged after most cosmetic surgery. One of the most appealing benefits of New York hair transplants is that incisions close and blend in with the surrounding hair very quickly. That means people feel comfortable returning to work, socializing and conducting light, regular activity within a few days. For the first 7-10 days, on average, you can wear a soft hat to hide any pink or scabbed appearance to the treatment site.

Rest assured that once hair is growing strong and results begin to show a few months later, you’ll be glad you took it easy for a short while and kept those precious strands safe.

Most patients are excited to see full, stylable and dense growth between 8-12 months, and they carry themselves with a little more confidence whether getting close with a love interest, working out and swimming or as they bring their best image to work.

Returning to normal sex after hair transplant in New York

After only ten days, your grafts will have settled and established nourishment to root them in and help them grow. There will be no restrictions on your sex life, or even washing and styling your hair after this point. Your hair transplant surgeon will recommend supportive treatments to help follicles strengthen, and protective measures like sunscreen on your scalp.

This rapid recovery procedure is an investment that pays off for many years to come.

You’re welcome to contact Nova Medical Hair Transplant for your complimentary consultation. Our hair transplant experts will develop a customized plan for your best-looking hair.