Hair transplantation is the process of transplanting hair follicles from the areas where hair follicles are taken to the areas with sparse or baldness.

The duration of the procedure depends on the method and the number of grafts being transplanted. Typically, a hair transplant can take between 4 to 8 hours.

Local anesthesia is used to numb the scalp, so the procedure itself is not painful. Some discomfort may be experienced during recovery, but pain medications are often prescribed to manage it.

Most people can resume normal activities within a few days. Swelling and redness may occur for a few days, and it can take several weeks for the transplanted hair to settle into place.

The transplanted hair typically falls out within 2 to 4 weeks after the procedure. New hair growth starts within 3 to 4 months, and full results are usually seen after 9 to 12 months.