PRE-OP PREPARATION

Do I have to do anything special to prepare for the procedure?

Dr. Griffin requests that one week prior to your surgical date you discontinue drinking any alcoholic beverages, and also discontinue use of any aspirin- or ibuprofen-containing products. These products may cause slightly more intra-operative bleeding or bruising. Smokers must discontinue smoking for 2 weeks prior to the procedure to allow healthy blood and oxygen flow to the scalp. All preoperative care will be discussed at your pre-op visit, and written pre-operative information is available to download within our website.

Do I need to cut my hair short before my procedure?

No, we do not require or recommend that patients get a short haircut prior to the procedure. In fact, some length on the hair can help during the recovery period by covering the treated areas.