You will be able to see the shape of your new hairline immediately after the FUE transplant has taken place with the follicles implanted in their new position. However, visually it may not be as pleasing as you may have expected as there will be scabbing around each follicle. as none of the incisions are more than a millimeter long the scabs will be small and quick to heal.

although the trauma to the donor site is minimal, there will be some side effects such as swelling. This is only temporary and will resolve within a matter of days. With certain other hair transplant techniques, such as FUT, there is a chance of developing numbness in the donor site. This is also temporary but can last several months before resolving.

You may have some minor tenderness or soreness at the graft implantation site. Any swelling across the forehead will diminish within a few days and you will be able to resume your normal routine quickly. The surgeon will give you advice about how best to take care of your transplant to maximize the chances of a successful result. This might include elevating your head when sleeping and restrictions on washing your hair or showering. As long as you follow the surgeon's recommendations the transplant will quickly settle down within 5-7 days.

there's no reason why you can't go back to work straight away but realistically you may prefer to take around a week or so off. Exercise routines can also be restarted during this first week provided your surgeon does not advise otherwise.