What Is Scar Revision of a Hair Transplant?

Scar revision treats the donor area, the back and sides of the scalp where hair was taken. Strip surgery (FUT) leaves a single line that can stretch wide if closed under tension. FUE leaves many small round marks, which show up as pale spots when the donor area was over-harvested. Scars from injury or scalp surgery can be treated the same way.

Scar tissue has less blood supply than normal skin, so grafts placed into it are planned with care and sometimes done in two rounds. Scalp micropigmentation needs no blood supply at all. It simply colors the pale skin with dots that match the surrounding hair, which is why many patients combine the two methods. Scar repair is a routine part of the work at our hair transplant center in Lahore, whether the scar came from FUT or FUE.

Scar Revision of Hair Transplant Candidates

• Wide FUT scar: a strip scar that shows when hair is cut short.
• Over-harvested FUE donor: patchy, see-through areas with many white dots.
• Scalp injury scars: marks from accidents or earlier scalp surgery.
• Short hairstyle goal: you want to wear a fade or a short cut without the scar showing.
• Healed and stable scar: the scar is mature and no longer red, usually a year or more after surgery.

Scar Revision Options in Lahore

Scar Revision of Hair Transplant Procedure

1. Scar assessment: Dr. Aneel measures the scar, checks its width and texture, and looks at the donor hair around it.
2. Method choice: you agree on grafts, SMP or a combination, based on the scar and your hairstyle goal.
3. Grafting stage: if grafts are used, Dr. Aneel places them into the scar himself under local anaesthesia.
4. Growth period: we wait for the grafts to grow and see how much of the scar they cover.
5. Pigment stage: SMP sessions fill the remaining pale areas and blend the edges.

Scar Revision of Hair Transplant Recovery Timeline

Time After Treatment	What to Expect
Day 1 – 3 (grafts)	Mild soreness at the back of the head. Sleep on your side or with a soft pillow.
Day 1 – 5 (SMP)	Light redness and flaking over the pigment. No scratching.
Day 7 – 10	Scabs over the grafted scar come away.
Month 3 – 6	Grafts in the scar start to grow, sometimes more slowly than in normal skin.
Month 9 – 12	Graft coverage is complete. This is the time to add SMP if needed.

Scar Revision: SMP vs FUE Grafts

	SMP	FUE Grafts
How it hides the scar	Colors pale skin to match stubble	Grows real hair through the scar
Surgery	No	Yes, local anaesthesia
Works with longer hair	Less so	Yes
Uses donor hair	No	Yes
Estimated cost (PKR)	25,000 – 65,000	25,000 – 72,000

Why Choose Aneels for Hair Transplant Scar Revision in Lahore

• Trichophytic closure from day one: Dr. Aneel has closed FUT donor areas with this scar-reducing technique since the start of his career.
• Grafts and SMP under one roof: both scar methods are available, so the plan is not limited to one tool.
• Surgeon-placed grafts: every graft that goes into scar tissue is placed by Dr. Aneel, not a technician.
• Recognised credentials: ABHRS Diplomate status and ISHRS membership set the standard Dr. Aneel applies to every scar Revision of Hair Transplant case.
• Medical training: M.B.B.S and M.R.C.S training means your scar Revision of Hair Transplant is assessed as a medical case, not a sales pitch.

Scar Revision of Hair Transplant FAQs

How much does hair transplant scar revision cost in Lahore?

Our 2026 estimates range from PKR 25,000 for SMP on a strip scar to about PKR 110,000 for grafts plus SMP. Call 0341-7555512 for your exact price.

Do hair grafts grow in scar tissue?

Yes, although growth can be slower and less dense than in normal skin. That is why some patients need a second round or SMP on top.

Can SMP hide my FUT scar completely?

It can make the scar very hard to see in short hair. A scar that is raised or very shiny may hold pigment less evenly.

How short can I cut my hair after scar revision?

Most patients can wear a short fade once treatment is complete. We will tell you the shortest length that suits your scar.

Can you treat scars from an injury, not a transplant?

Yes. Stable scalp scars from accidents or surgery can be assessed for grafting or SMP in the same way.