The Venkat Center

About

Hair loss is tough, but I'm not going to promise miracles. Most of the time, it’s genetic, and there’s no magic fix—think of it like managing sugar (diabetes): you need to stay on it, long-term. I know there’s a lot of hype out there, but I stick to what actually works and what’s safe. Idu nimma safety du vishaya (your safety comes first).

My Way: FUE Hair Transplant

I use the FUE hair transplant procedure. Basically, I move your own strong hair from the back of your head to where you need it. No fake stuff, no creating new hair. You’re awake (local anesthesia), and I keep it as painless as possible.

Grafts: Real Numbers, No Jugaad

If you’re wondering about graft counts, here’s the deal:

• Grade 3: 2,000–2,500 grafts
• Grade 4: 3,000–3,500 grafts
• Grade 5: 4,000–4,500 grafts
• Grade 6 & 7: 5,000+ (might need more than one area)

I don’t believe in “mega sessions” for Indian hair—tumba jaasthi graft tegedre, hindgade khali kaanoke shuru aaguthe (too many grafts means the back can start looking empty). Safe graft extraction limits are my rule.

Hairline: Subtle, Not Fake

A good transplant is about a natural-looking hairline design. I avoid that straight, “stuck-on” look. I pay attention to male vs female differences—no feminized hairlines on guys.

What Happens After: Your Hair Journey

Don’t expect magic overnight. Here’s the post-transplant hair growth timeline:

• First 3 months: not much to see
• 6 months: decent growth
• 9-12 months: final result

Transplanted hair is permanent, but your original hair can still thin over years.

Keeping It All Going

To protect both new and old hair, I often add long-term hair maintenance treatments like laser sessions, PRP, or oral meds. It’s all about keeping what you have, and making the most of what’s possible for you.