Dental, Hair & Orthopedic Recovery

Hair Transplant Travel: Protecting Grafts on the Plane

Passenger on an airplane wearing a soft neck pillow and a loose protective cap, with travel medical supplies on the tray, protecting recent hair transplant grafts during flight

Traveling home after a hair transplant abroad requires careful planning to protect fragile grafts and prevent complications. This article walks U.S. patients through timing decisions, packing checklists, in‑flight strategies, complication planning, and follow‑up options to ensure a safe return and…

Hair Transplant Aftercare: Wearing Hats and Sleeping Upright on Planes

Passenger seated upright on an airplane wearing a loose cotton hat and neck pillow with travel medications and post‑op instructions visible in carry‑on

Traveling home after a hair transplant requires planning to protect fragile grafts and manage swelling. This article explains when and how to wear hats after surgery, best practices for sleeping upright on planes, complication prevention, and travel-ready aftercare steps for…