Corrective Hair Transplant Procedure

When a corrective hair transplant procedure may help

Correction is considered when earlier surgery left scars, uneven hair direction, or poor coverage. It is also relevant for ongoing thinning around transplanted hair. Common reasons include:

• Misplaced or poorly angled grafts causing an unnatural appearance
• Low density in transplanted zones compared to surrounding hair
• Scars at donor or recipient sites from older strip or punch methods
• Progressive hair loss not included in the original plan

Modern follicular unit extraction and regenerative therapies can improve blending and restore a natural pattern. Recovery is often 5 to 7 days depending on procedure scale.

Techniques used in corrective procedures

Repair may involve removing or re-angling misplaced grafts, adding follicles to low-density areas, and camouflaging scars. At Alloroots, Dr. Sahoo may combine surgical correction with regenerative trichology such as Growth Factor Hair Therapy (GFC) or Exosome Hair Regeneration Therapy to support healing and graft survival. Before-and-after images are shown only with patient consent.

• Targeted FUE extraction to harvest healthy follicles for redistribution
• Strategic placement to refine hairline design and density
• Hair transplantation into scar tissue to reduce visibility
• Adjunct regenerative therapy to promote growth and scalp health

Planning a corrective hair transplant

Planning includes scalp and donor area evaluation, review of prior surgical history, and projection of future hair loss. Consultations are available in-clinic and online across India. A typical plan may involve:

• Clinical diagnosis and trichoscopy to assess graft quality
• Hairline design aligned with facial proportions
• One or more surgical sessions to optimise density and healing
• Aftercare with medications and follow-ups at set intervals

Patients should arrange transport on surgery day and follow prescribed care to maintain results.

About Alloroots

Alloroots is a doctor-led hair restoration clinic in India offering surgical transplants, regenerative trichology, and non-surgical hair loss treatments. Led by Dr. Alok Kumar Sahoo (MD Dermatology, AIIMS New Delhi), the clinic provides personalised diagnosis, natural hairline design, advanced FUE, and therapies for hair and scalp concerns. Services are available through in-clinic and online consultations nationwide. The team prioritises privacy, follows safety protocols, and focuses on realistic, evidence-based outcomes. More information is available at Alloroots.