Understanding the hair transplant timeline helps set realistic expectations and ensures a smoother recovery journey. **Days 1-3: The Procedure and Initial Recovery** The procedure itself takes 4-8 hours under local anesthesia. Small scabs form around the transplanted follicles. You'll receive detailed aftercare instructions. **Weeks 2-4: Shock Loss** Don't panic when your transplanted hair falls out! This is completely normal and expected. It's called shock loss and is a temporary phase. The follicles remain alive…