Is the NeoGraft hair transplant procedure painful?

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    Surveyed from the published FAQs of 11 hair transplant providers. The percentage on each highlighted claim is the share of surveyed providers who make that claim on their own sites — it shows how common a claim is, not that it is true. Hover to see who.

    Also asked as: “Is the NeoGraft procedure painful?” · “Does the NeoGraft® procedure hurt?” · “How painful is the NeoGraft® / FUE process, and how long does recovery take?” · “Is a NeoGraft hair transplant painful?”

    Nearly all providers claim that minimal discomfort during91%Stated by 91% of the providers we surveyed. Including Revive Hair Chicago, The Hair Transplant and Restoration Center, Dr J Anti-Aging Clinic, Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery & MedSpa (ACPS), Dr. Hisham M. Seify, Morgenstern Hair Restoration, and 4 more. the NeoGraft hair transplant procedure is typical, thanks to the use of local anesthesia82%Stated by 82% of the providers we surveyed. Including RENEW Plastic Surgery, Mujtaba Aesthetics, West End Plastic Surgery, Glow Aesthetic Medicine & Wellness, Dr. Bradford S. Patt, and 4 more.. After the procedure, mild soreness after55%Stated by 55% of the providers we surveyed. Including Revive Hair Chicago, Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery & MedSpa (ACPS), RENEW Plastic Surgery, and 3 more. is commonly reported. This soreness or tightness in the scalp is usually mild and temporary. About half of clinics suggest that any post-procedure soreness can typically be managed with over-the-counter medication36%Stated by 36% of the providers we surveyed. Including West End Plastic Surgery, Revive Hair Chicago, Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery & MedSpa (ACPS), and 1 more.; this is the clinics' own account, and pain varies between patients.

    There is some variation in patient experiences. A minority of providers note that minor discomfort post-procedure18%Stated by 18% of the providers we surveyed. Including Glow Aesthetic Medicine & Wellness, Revive Hair Chicago. can occur, including swelling, which usually subsides within one to three days. While most patients experience only mild soreness, a smaller group might encounter slightly more discomfort.

    What clinics say

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    In their own words — the 11 clinics whose published guidance fed this answer.

    1. Most patients report minimal discomfort during treatment.
      Morgenstern Hair Restoration Bala Cynwyd, US
    2. … is typically performed under local anesthesia, so you should not feel any pain during the extraction and implantation phases.
      Revive Hair Chicago Chicago, US
    3. Most patients feel little to no pain with the NeoGraft procedure.
      The Hair Transplant and Restoration Center Santa Rosa Beach, US
    4. … generally well tolerated and performed under local anesthesia, minimizing discomfort during the procedure.
      Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery & MedSpa (ACPS) Houston, US
    5. The NeoGraft/FUE Hair Transplant procedure minimizes patient discomfort while promoting a speedy and scar-free recovery.
      Dr J Anti-Aging Clinic Orlando, US
    6. The patient typically feels no pain. Some patients can experience minor discomfort and swelling post-procedure, which subsides in …
      Glow Aesthetic Medicine & Wellness Evansville, US
    7. NeoGraft® is typically well-tolerated by patients.
      RENEW Plastic Surgery Edina, US
    8. No, the procedure is performed under local anesthesia, ensuring minimal discomfort.
      Dr. Hisham M. Seify Newport Beach, US
    9. No, NeoGraft is a virtually pain-free hair restoration procedure.
      Mujtaba Aesthetics New York, US
    10. With local anesthesia, patients experience minimal discomfort during the FUE procedure.
      West End Plastic Surgery Washington, US
    11. It’s performed with local anesthesia, and most patients report little to no pain during treatment—only mild soreness afterward.
      Dr. Bradford S. Patt Houston, US