Today, we bring you the inspiring story of Rupesh Shukla, who underwent a life-changing hair transplant at our Hairfree & Hairgrow Clinic in Kochi. This detailed review covers everything from his hair loss history to the final result after two years, with insights from his consultation with Dr. Chintan Bhavsar.
Let’s dive into his transformation.
Patient Profile:
- Name: Rupesh Shukla
- Age: 38 years
- Location: Kochi, Kerala
- Condition: Grade 7 Androgenetic Alopecia (Advanced Male Pattern Baldness)
- Family History: Strong genetic predisposition father and maternal uncle are also bald
- Medical History: No diabetes, hypertension, asthma, or allergies. No history of keloid or prior scalp surgery.
- Previous Treatments: Used Minoxidil 5% and biotin supplements limited to no results.
Initial Consultation at Hairfree & Hairgrow Kochi
Rupesh was evaluated by Dr. Chintan Bhavsar, who performed a thorough consultation including
- Scalp analysis and dermoscopy
- Assessment of donor and recipient area quality
- Graft calculation and density planning
- Discussion of expectations and hairline design
Diagnosis: Grade 7 baldness with stable donor area and complete hairline loss
Treatment Decision: Proceed with I-FUE Hair Transplant with 4000+ grafts.
Treatment Profile:
- Date of Procedure: October 15, 2022
- Technique Used: I-FUE (Innovative Follicular Unit Extraction)
- Surgeon: Dr. Chintan Bhavsar
- Grafts Implanted: 4200 grafts
- Post-Transplant Protocol: PRP therapy (3 sessions), Minoxidil 5%, DHT blockers, and oral supplements
Step-by-Step Hair Transplant Procedure:
1. Hairline Planning & Donor Evaluation
A natural-looking hairline was designed to suit Rupesh’s facial profile. Dermoscopy showed a healthy donor area with strong 3-rooted grafts ideal for dense coverage.
2. Pre-Surgery Prep
- Skin sensitivity test done, no allergy to anesthesia.
- Complete head shaving and scalp cleansing with antiseptic (Betadine and alcohol)
3. Anesthesia
Local modified block anesthesia was administered using a vibration-based pain-reducing technique for maximum comfort.
4. Slit Creation
- Performed using sapphire blade technology
- Blade sizes used: 1.2 mm for frontal hairline, 1.4 mm for mid-scalp and crown
- Slits made with proper direction and angle for natural growth
5. Graft Extraction
- Conducted using a 0.8 mm serrated titanium punch
- Grafts analyzed:
- 15% single-rooted
- 55% double-rooted
- 30% triple-rooted
- Grafts are stored in RL solution at 4°C in a graft chiller to maintain viability
6. Graft Implantation
- Using K.E.E.P. implanter pens for 1, 2, and 3-rooted grafts
- Implantation time: 2.5 hours
- Focused on frontal coverage and crown density
Post-op Care:
- Dressing and post-surgical medications provided
- PRP sessions scheduled at 2-month intervals
- 24/7 doctor contact provided for follow-ups
Post-Surgery Journey of Rupesh Shukla:
Shedding Phase (0–3 months):
- 60-70% of implanted hairs fell out (normal phase).
- PRP at the 2nd and 4th months helped retain existing hair.
- No donor scarring or complications
Baby Hair Growth (4–5 months):
- Tiny hair shafts emerged from transplanted follicles.
- Visible density at the frontal scalp
- 3rd PRP session done to boost hair growth
Active Growth Phase (6–9 months):
- Hair thickness improved.
- Almost 75-80% of implanted hair achieved growth.
- Hair long enough to get styled and cut
- One booster PRP done at 9 months
Final Result (12–24 months):
- Full growth achieved by 12 months, continued thickening till 18 months
- Rupesh was able to cut, style, and maintain his new hair naturally.
- Natural hairline and excellent density even in the crown region
- No patchiness or abnormal growth patterns
- Minoxidil continued for maintenance.
Rupesh’s Review in His Own Words:
“I had completely lost hope when I noticed how much baldness I had. But Hairfree & Hairgrow gave me a second chance. Dr. Chintan Bhavsar and the entire Kochi team were amazing. The whole journey was painless, supportive, and beyond my expectations. I can confidently style my hair now, and trust me, the result is life-changing.”
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