Natural, long-lasting results using advanced techniques designed specifically for textured and curly hair.
Natural, long-lasting results using advanced techniques designed specifically for textured and curly hair.
An Afro Hair Transplant is a specialised form of FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) that is designed specifically for tightly curled, textured, or Afro-Caribbean hair types. It differs from standard FUE due to Afro-textured hair follicles growing in a spiral or helical shape underneath the scalp, whereas non-Afro hair follicles are straight.
This makes extracting the follicles a more intricate process, requiring a surgeon with specialist surgical experience and tools to avoid damaging the follicles during extraction.
At Royal Wharf Clinic, we believe in the importance of making hair transplants accessible for everyone, regardless of their hair type. This is why our surgical team has many years of combined experience in Afro hair transplants. Our prices start from £3,600 inc. VAT – get in touch now to find out how we can help you!
At Royal Wharf Clinic, our Afro hair restoration treatments are supported by our team’s many years of experience and medical knowledge.
Our staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient experience and aim for excellent results for every patient. Results vary from person to person.
*Figures reflect the combined career experience of our clinical team.
Afro Hair Transplant
Specialists
Afro Hair Transplant Specialists
99% Surgical
Success Rate*
99% Success Rate
5000+ Hair Procedures
Performed*
5000+ Procedures Performed
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Clinic in London
CQC-Registered London Clinic
Why Afro Hair Requires a Specialised Surgical Technique
In comparison to standard FUE, Afro hair poses a unique set of challenges that require a specialist surgical technique, and a surgeon with plenty of experience in this area. For most hair types, follicles beneath the scalp tend to grow in a relatively straight or gently curved path, making extraction more predictable. In Afro-textured hair, follicles usually grow in a curved, spiral, or helical pattern beneath the skin.
This unique structure makes extraction technically more challenging, as the surgeon must carefully follow the follicle’s natural curve. If the angle or depth is incorrect, there is a higher risk of follicle damage during extraction or implantation.
This means that during the implantation process, your surgeon will need to place the follicles at a very precise angle to avoid transection. This requires a lot of skill, experience and often more time than a standard FUE procedure.
At Royal Wharf Clinic, our hair restoration experts have extensive experience working with Afro hair, as a part of our mission to make hair restoration accessible to all who want it, aiming for long-lasting, natural results for every patient.
Why Afro Hair Requires
Specialised Surgical Technique
In comparison to standard FUE, Afro hair poses a unique set of challenges that require a specialist surgical technique, and a surgeon with plenty of experience in this area. For most hair types, follicles beneath the scalp tend to grow in a relatively straight or gently curved path, making extraction more predictable. In Afro-textured hair, follicles usually grow in a curved, spiral, or helical pattern beneath the skin.
This unique structure makes extraction technically more challenging, as the surgeon must carefully follow the follicle’s natural curve. If the angle or depth is incorrect, there is a higher risk of follicle damage during extraction or implantation.
This means that during the implantation process, your surgeon will need to place the follicles at a very precise angle to avoid transection. This requires a lot of skill, experience and often more time than a standard FUE procedure.
At Royal Wharf Clinic, our hair restoration experts have extensive experience working with Afro hair, as a part of our mission to make hair restoration accessible to all who want it, aiming for long-lasting, natural results for every patient.
The hair growth timeline following an Afro FUE transplant can differ from person to person, but the progression is relatively linear. Below is a guideline of what the hair growth process can look like following your transplant procedure.
Day 1-2 | Initial Healing
Months 3-4 | Early Growth
Months 6-9 | Visible Change
Months 12-18 | Final Results
Day 1-2 | Initial Healing
The treated area will be swollen, and you will notice redness and scabs beginning to form.
Week 1-2 | Stabilisation
The area will likely become itchy around week 1, however the scabs will typically begin to fall off in the second week.
Months 1-2 | Shedding
Transplanted hair may begin to shed, allowing for new growth. Peak shedding may occur in week 2 (sometimes even longer) – this is referred to as ‘shock loss’ and is completely normal.
Months 3-4 | Early Growth
Initial, early stages of new hair growth typically begin to show, and your natural curl pattern gradually begins to show signs of returning.
Months 6-9 | Visible Change
Your hair typically begins to fill out in thickness and density.
Months 12-18 | Final Results
By Month 12, most patients see a natural, long-lasting appearance and results are usually stable. Results vary from person to person. From this point forward, your transplanted hair will continue to grow at the same rate as the rest of the hair on your head. Subtle refinements in density and texture may continue through Month 18 for the absolute final mature outcome.
Arrival & Check-In
You’ll be greeted and guided to a private surgical suite. Your surgeon will review your treatment plan and answer any final questions. You will also need to sign consent forms.
Photography & Hairline Design
We’ll take before-photos for medical documentation. Your surgeon will mark and confirm the final hairline and/or transplant zones.
Anaesthetic
A local anaesthetic is administered to help keep you comfortable throughout the procedure. You’ll remain awake and alert, with breaks provided as needed.
Extraction
Using the FUE technique, individual hair grafts are carefully extracted from the donor area at the back or sides of your head.
Graft Preparation
Once extracted, the grafts are meticulously sorted into singles, doubles, triples, and quadruples, then carefully prepared and preserved for implantation.
Incision Creation
Tiny incisions are created in the recipient area by the surgeon with precise control over angle, depth and density to match your natural hair growth pattern.
Lunch Break
We’ll offer you a curated meal from Halal, Vegan or Chicken options along with caffeine-free refreshments
Implantation
Your extracted grafts are implanted one by one into the recipient zones. This step takes time and precision, every graft matters.
Aftercare and Recovery Pack
Once the procedure is complete, your scalp will be cleaned and we’ll provide your aftercare kit with medications, washing instructions, snacks and contact details.
Discharge and Support
After your treatment, you’ll have access to our team should you have questions or concerns post-op, plus an emergency line for urgent concerns.
What Your Afro Hair Transplant Package Includes
Your Afro hair transplant will be performed by one of our experienced surgeons, using specialist tools and techniques adapted specifically for curved spiral follicles. This is designed to minimise trauma to the scalp and give natural textured results.
Your Afro Package
Clinical & Surgical Inclusions
Comfort, Monitoring and Support
Optional Add-Ons
Here at Royal Wharf Clinic, we know that actions speak louder than words. Our long-lasting hair restoration results are natural in appearance and expertly performed. Results vary from person to person.
This gallery shows our patients’ hair before their hair restoration begins, and after their procedure, side-by-side. Each patient has an individual treatment plan tailored to their specific wants and needs, and as such, this gallery showcases the wide variety of hair restoration transformations we offer.
At Royal Wharf Clinic, our expert clinicians use advanced techniques designed to make your Afro FUE hair transplant procedure safe and effective. Your care is personalised to your individual wants and needs, and tailored by our expert surgical team’s years of experience. Working together, we aim to provide natural hair restoration results. Results vary from person to person.
*Figures reflect the combined career experience of our clinical team.
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Find answers to the most common questions about getting an Afro FUE hair transplant at Royal Wharf Clinic, including treatment details, expected results, and aftercare guidance to help you make an informed decision.
If you are someone with Afro-texture hair who is dealing with hair thinning or a receding hairline, an Afro hair transplant could be a suitable option for you. If you have a viable donor area, you may be a suitable candidate (one of our surgeons can assess this during your initial consultation).
An Afro hair transplant may be suitable for pattern baldness and a receding hairline. We also offer eyebrow and beard transplants to those with and without Afro hair.
At Royal Wharf Clinic, we are firm proponents of the FUE hair transplant method. Being a more modern hair transplant method, it leaves minimal scarring, has a faster recovery period and is designed to give a natural, fuller look to the patient’s hair with improved density and thickness.
An Afro FUE hair transplant is a Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) procedure specifically adapted for Afro-textured hair. Because Afro hair follicles have a naturally curved and coiled root structure beneath the scalp, the technique requires a surgeon with specialist experience to avoid damaging the follicle during extraction.
When performed by a skilled practitioner, Afro FUE can achieve results comparable to FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation), without leaving a linear scar. The key to a successful outcome lies not just in the technique chosen, but in the surgeon’s expertise with Afro and curly hair types.
How many grafts you will need will be entirely dependent on the severity of your hair loss. During your initial consultation, one of our hair restoration specialists will be able to assess your hair loss, following this they will then devise a treatment plan, in which they will recommend a number of grafts based on the assessment.
When performed by a surgeon experienced in Afro FUE hair transplants, an Afro hair transplant is designed to look natural. Results vary from person to person.
Your curl pattern is determined by the hair follicle itself, which is the part that gets transplanted. Once the new hair begins to grow, it will typically follow the same curl pattern as the hair in your donor area.
Hair transplants are done under local anaesthetic, but some patients do report mild discomfort.
FUE does leave tiny circular scars when harvesting the hair follicles from your donor area, however these are typically covered by the patient’s hair, and far less noticeable than the linear scar left by FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation).
Afro hair transplant results are designed to be long-lasting, because the transplanted hair follicles are taken from areas of the scalp that are genetically resistant to hair loss (typically the back and sides of the head). Once transplanted, these follicles typically retain their resistance to hair loss and continue to grow in their new location for the long term.
However, it’s important to understand a key distinction:
The transplanted hair is long-lasting, however your existing, non-transplanted hair may continue to thin over time. For this reason, an Afro hair transplant is often combined with ongoing hair loss management, such as Medical Hair Loss Treatments (prescribed only where clinically appropriate, following a consultation with one of our doctors) or non-surgical treatments, to protect surrounding hair and maintain a natural, balanced result as you age.
At Royal Wharf Clinic, every transplant is planned with a long-term approach, considering future hair loss patterns, donor availability, and maintenance options so your results are designed to remain natural and sustainable for years to come.
Results vary depending on individual genetics, age, hair loss progression, and overall health. A consultation is essential to determine suitability and long-term expectations.
New hair growth typically begins to show around months 3 – 4, being well underway by months 8 – 12. By 12 – 18 months, the results of your Afro hair transplant should be apparent.
Afro FUE hair transplant surgery can take between 6 – 8 hours, but can take longer depending on how many grafts are required or the intricacy of the procedure.
The recovery period from Afro FUE is typically faster and less uncomfortable than other hair transplant procedures. Typically, patients find they are able to return to work within 3-5 days.
However patients should expect some scabbing and itchiness in weeks 1 – 3, with new hair growth beginning to show around 3 – 4 months after their procedure.
Most patients find themselves able to return to work within 3 – 5 days, however this can vary from patient to patient.
We will need to trim both your donor area and your recipient area before your procedure.
RWC patients are given a 5-day course of antibiotics and pain relief after the procedure. Medical Hair Loss Treatments may also be recommended, prescribed only where clinically appropriate, following a consultation with one of our doctors.
Not always. Many patients achieve their desired result in one FUE procedure, but this depends on the extent of hair loss and donor availability, and will be discussed at consultation.
In most cases, having relaxed Afro hair won’t prevent you from having an FUE hair transplant. The relaxer mainly affects the hair shaft, not the follicle underneath the skin, which is the part that is transplanted. Your suitability will be assessed at consultation.
Afro hair transplants are generally safe when they are performed by a surgeon who is experienced in Afro-texture, but there are a few side effects that should be taken into consideration. One of the main concerns from patients is keloid scarring. People of African or Caribbean descent tend to be more prone to keloids, which are raised scars that grow beyond the original incision.
While keloids are not common when it comes to modern Afro hair transplants, it’s important that you inform us if you have a personal or family history of keloid formation.
Another potential side effect is ingrown hairs. As Afro hair grows in a tight spiral beneath the scalp, this can increase the risk of hairs curling back into the scalp during the healing process. To avoid this, our Afro hair specialists take care with implantation angles and encourage gentle aftercare, providing patients with a detailed list of post-op instructions.
Patients may also experience temporary inflammation, itchiness and/or small bumps (known as folliculitis) during the healing phase. All of these usually resolve on their own or with prescribed treatment.
Our team of specialists will provide you with a detailed pack of aftercare information, specifically designed for Afro-texture hair (as it requires a very gentle approach with a focus on moisture).
You will also be enrolled in our 12-month follow-up programme, with check-ins at 1 week, 3 months, 6 months and 12 months to track your progress and discuss your results.
Our prices start from £3,600 inc. VAT, and vary depending on the complexity of the issue, how many grafts will be needed etc. Book a consultation with one of our specialists to find out how we can help you!
All hair restoration procedures are performed by our hair transplant surgeons, supported by our senior technicians. You can find out more about our team here.
Experience a clear, supportive, medically guided pathway from your first enquiry to your results, designed to keep you informed, confident, and fully cared for.
Make an inquiry through our website form, request a callback, or contact us directly. We’ll arrange a free in-person or video consultation at a time that suits you.
Meet with our hair restoration specialist to discuss your goals, concerns, and expectations. During this consultation, we assess your hair loss, explain suitable options, and create a tailored treatment plan including the grafts needed, designed to achieve natural, long-lasting results.
Secure your surgery date with a £500 deposit. If you need more time to consider your options, that’s fine, our consultations are designed to inform you, not pressure you.
Arrive confident and relaxed. Our team of medical professionals will focus on your comfort, clarity, and precision at every step. All you need to do is sit back while our specialists take care of everything.
Your recovery is fully supported with detailed aftercare guidance and a structured 12-month follow-up programme, with check-ins at 1 week, 3 months, 6 months and 12 months to track your progress and discuss your results.
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