Corrective Surgery
If you’ve had a hair transplant that didn’t go as planned, you’re not alone. At British Hair Clinic, we specialise in corrective hair surgery to fix failed hair transplants and give you the results you deserve. If your previous surgery left you with an unnatural-looking hairline, patchy growth or scarring, our expert team is here to help.
Thanks to advanced techniques and experienced doctors, we can turn a disappointing experience into a successful one – restoring your hair and confidence in no time.
Do You Have a Failed Hair Transplant?
Hair transplants can fail, especially when performed by inexperienced surgeons or clinics with poor aftercare. A failed transplant often results in unnatural, incomplete, or unsatisfactory outcomes.
Common signs include uneven hairlines from poorly placed grafts, sparse or patchy growth due to inadequate density, and incorrect graft angles causing unnatural hair direction. Visible scarring, often from outdated methods like strip harvesting, further impacts the aesthetic, highlighting the need for corrective procedures.
FAQ’s
Yes, British Hair Clinic can correct a failed hair transplant with corrective hair surgery. We use advanced FUE techniques to remove grafts and redistribute them, making sure the hairline looks natural. We also cover scars and create a fuller appearance. Our surgeons will assess the existing transplant, the available donor area and scalp condition before developing a plan to restore a more natural and balanced result.
Transplants usually fail because of poor surgical technique, as well as inexperienced handling of grafts and inadequate aftercare. Common issues include incorrect graft placement, overharvesting in the donor zone or infection that affects graft survival. Many patients also experience issues after having transplants abroad, where aftercare standards may differ. At British Hair Clinic, all procedures are performed by GMC-registered doctors using advanced FUE methods and strict clinical protocols to prevent these complications.
The length of corrective surgery depends on how much work needs to be redone. Smaller corrections may take several hours, while larger procedures can last a full day. Your surgeon will discuss the expected timeline during your consultation.
Modern FUE repair techniques minimise scarring, even in areas where previous surgery caused visible marks. New grafts are placed strategically to conceal old scars and advanced extraction tools reduce the chance of new ones forming. In some cases, micropigmentation or PRP therapy may also be used to blend and improve the overall appearance of the scalp.
The recovery and growth timeline is similar to a standard FUE procedure. New hairs typically start to appear at around three to four months, with visible improvement by six to nine months. The final result develops gradually over 12–15 months, as transplanted hairs grow and thicken up.
Not necessarily. The procedure is performed under local anaesthetic and recovery is similar, though planning is more detailed to protect existing grafts.
Yes. Many of our corrective cases involve patients returning from clinics overseas. We evaluate the condition carefully and provide a realistic plan for improvement.
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What is FUE Hair Transplant Method?
Corrective hair surgery provides tailored solutions to fix failed transplants and restore a natural, aesthetically pleasing look.
One approach is graft removal and redistribution, where poorly placed grafts from the original surgery are carefully removed using FUE, re-dissected, and re-implanted to create a more natural appearance.
Another key technique is hairline redesign, which softens and adjusts the hairline to achieve a balanced look that complements your facial features.
For areas with sparse or uneven growth, density improvement involves implanting additional grafts to enhance thickness and create even coverage.
To address visible scarring, scar camouflage uses advanced FUE techniques to transplant hair into scar tissue, blending it seamlessly with surrounding hair.
By combining these methods, corrective hair surgery ensures natural, effective results that restore both your appearance and confidence.
