When does the hair grow after the transplant?

The transplanted follicles shed between the second and fourth week — this is completely normal and part of the process. Real growth begins between the third and fourth month, and the final result can be seen at 12 months.

When can I go back to work?

For office or remote work, between the second and third day. For intense physical activity, it is recommended to wait between 10 and 14 days.

What care should I take after the transplant?

During the first two weeks, avoid getting the area directly wet, avoid sun exposure, avoid intense physical activity and do not drink alcohol. Dr. Alfonso gives each patient a detailed post-operative care protocol.

Visit us at our clinic in downtown Viña del Mar. Dr. Alfonso performs a complete trichoscopy with the AI-assisted dermatoscope and gives you a detailed diagnosis and a personalized treatment plan in the same appointment.

If you are outside Viña del Mar or prefer a first consultation from home, you can book an online evaluation. We review photos of your scalp, your hair loss history and your medical background to guide you before the in-person trichoscopy.

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Clínica Lumos · Viña del Mar, Chile

FUE hair transplant in Viña del Mar

Dr. Evelyn Alfonso, an FUE technique specialist and member of FUE Europe, performs hair transplants and hair implants in Viña del Mar for patients from the Valparaíso Region, Santiago and all of Chile. Each treatment is designed according to your degree of hair loss, the area to be treated and your goals, aiming for natural, permanent results.

FUE EuropeSociety member
4 to 8 hOutpatient procedure
SEREMIAuthorized operating room
AIDiagnostic trichoscopy

Hair treatments

Choose your treatment

Surgical and non-surgical procedures, all recommended after an evaluation with Dr. Alfonso.

Male FUE hair transplant before and after in Viña del Mar

Diagnosis

The right diagnosis changes everything

Before recommending any treatment, Dr. Alfonso performs an AI-assisted medical trichoscopy that identifies the real cause of your hair loss: follicular density, degree of miniaturization, scalp condition and viability of the donor area.

With that diagnosis we design the right treatment for your case, because the best treatment is not the most advanced one, but the one that is right for you.

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How to get started

Two ways to get evaluated

In-person hair evaluation with trichoscopy in Viña del Mar

In-person evaluation

At Clínica Lumos, 10 Norte 875, Viña del Mar. Complete trichoscopy with an AI-assisted dermatoscope, diagnosis and treatment plan in the same appointment.

Online hair evaluation for patients from Santiago and other regions

Online evaluation

If you live in Santiago, another region, or prefer to start from home: we review photos of your case in an online consultation and guide you before you travel.

Book an evaluation

Price

How much does a hair transplant cost?

From $1.390.000 CLP

You can pay for it in installments by credit card. The final price of your hair transplant depends on the number of grafts (follicular units) you need and the technique recommended for your case, which is why at our hair clinic in Viña del Mar we give you an exact quote after your evaluation with Dr. Alfonso.

When comparing hair implant clinics in Chile, check what each quote includes: tests, an authorized operating room, the medical team and check-ups.

Read: How much does a hair transplant cost in Chile? →

What is included

Medical evaluation with Dr. Evelyn Alfonso
Trichoscopy to measure density and the donor area
Pre-operative tests at the clinic
FUE surgery in an operating room authorized by the SEREMI
Follow-up check-ups: hair starts to grow between the third and fourth month, and the final result is seen at 12 months

What changes the price

Areas to treat: receding hairline, crown or both
Desired density and number of grafts
No-shave technique (more surgical time)
Condition of the donor area according to the diagnosis

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Location

Hair transplant for patients from the Valparaíso Region and all over Chile

Clínica Lumos is located at 10 Norte 875, Viña del Mar. We see patients from all over the Valparaíso (Fifth) Region and also from Santiago, about 1 h 30 min away via Route 68, and from other regions of the country.

Since an FUE transplant is an outpatient procedure, you can come on the day of the procedure and schedule your check-ups in person or online, depending on your case.

How to get to the clinic

Coming from another city? Patients from Santiago · Regions · Valparaíso Region · Hair medical tourism

Patients from:

Viña del Mar
Valparaíso
Concón
Quilpué
Villa Alemana
Limache
Quillota
La Calera
San Antonio
Los Andes
San Felipe
Casablanca
Santiago and other regions

Before and after

Hair implant at 6 months, 3000 FU

Trasplante capilar FUE, línea frontal antes del procedimiento – Clínica Lumos, Viña del Mar

trasplante capilar en zona parietal y línea frontal con resultado natural en Viña del Mar

Hair implant at 11 months, 3000 FU

Hombre con cabello y barba bien cuidados.

Hair implant at 10 months, 4500 FU

trasplante capilar con alta densidad en línea frontal y zona parietal en Viña del Mar

Hair implant at 12 months, 2500 FU

Beard implant at 4 months, 2500 FU

Después trasplante capilar alta densidad

Hair implant at 10 months, 3000 FU

Frequently asked questions about hair transplants

About the diagnosis

How do I know if I am a candidate for a hair transplant?

The only way to know for sure is through a medical exam. This exam determines the condition of your follicles, the density of the donor area and the degree of hair loss. Dr. Alfonso and our team at Clínica Lumos perform this evaluation in person in Viña del Mar or online.

What is the difference between a hair protocol and a transplant?

A hair protocol is recommended when the follicles are alive but weakened; the goal is to strengthen them and stop hair loss without surgery. An FUE hair transplant is recommended when the follicles in the affected area can no longer be recovered and healthy follicles need to be reimplanted from the donor area.

At what age can a hair transplant be performed?

It is recommended to wait until around age 25, when the hair loss pattern has become more stable. Operating too young can result in a design that does not adapt to how the hair loss progresses in the future. Dr. Alfonso evaluates each case individually.

About the procedure

How long does a hair transplant take?

Between 4 and 8 hours, depending on the number of follicles and the size of the treated area. It is done in a single outpatient session under local anesthesia.

Does a hair transplant hurt?

No. It is performed under local anesthesia. There may be slight discomfort during the first few seconds while the anesthesia is applied. Throughout the procedure the patient is comfortable and can rest, listen to music or watch shows.

Can the transplant be done with long hair, without shaving?

Yes. Dr. Alfonso and our team at Clínica Lumos perform the FUE technique with long hair, extracting the follicles selectively without having to shave the donor area. This is especially important for female patients and for those who do not want the procedure to be noticeable.

How many follicles do I need?

It depends on the degree of hair loss and the area to be treated. On average, a procedure on the frontal and parietal area requires between 1,500 and 3,500 follicles. The exact number is determined by Dr. Alfonso during the prior trichoscopic evaluation.

What area can a 3,000-follicle transplant cover?

With 3,000 follicles it is possible to naturally cover the entire frontal hairline, the receding temples and part of the mid-parietal area, achieving satisfactory visual density in most cases of Norwood grade III and IV hair loss. The exact area depends on the patient’s natural hair density, hair shaft thickness and the design agreed with Dr. Alfonso. Patients with thick, dark hair achieve greater visual coverage with the same number of follicles than those with fine or light hair. The prior trichoscopic evaluation determines the optimal distribution of the available follicles to maximize the aesthetic result.

About costs and evaluation

How much does a hair transplant cost in Viña del Mar?

The cost varies according to the number of follicles and the size of the area to be treated. At Clínica Lumos prices start at $1.390.000. To get an exact quote, a prior evaluation is required.

Does the evaluation have a cost?

The initial in-person evaluation with Dr. Alfonso has a fee, while the online evaluation is free of charge.

Do you offer financing?

Yes. Hair transplants can be paid in installments by credit card. We give you the details of the payment options together with the quote, after the evaluation.

What does the hair transplant price include?

It includes the evaluation with Dr. Alfonso, the trichoscopy, the pre-operative tests at the clinic, the FUE surgery in an operating room authorized by the SEREMI, and the follow-up check-ups.

Why does the price vary from one patient to another?

Because it depends on the areas to be treated, the desired density, the number of grafts and the technique: a no-shave transplant requires more surgical time.

About the results

Is the transplant result permanent?

Yes. The transplanted follicles are resistant to DHT, the hormone responsible for androgenetic alopecia, so they do not fall out again. The result is permanent and lifelong.

What if I keep losing hair after the transplant?

Transplanted hair does not fall out. However, the native hair in other areas may continue its natural miniaturization process. That is why Dr. Alfonso designs the implantation plan taking into account how the hair loss will progress, and it can be complemented with hair protocols to slow the loss of non-transplanted hair.

Do the results look natural?

Yes. The FUE technique implants the follicles respecting the natural direction, angle and density of the hair. The hairline design is agreed with the patient beforehand to achieve a harmonious result in proportion to the face.

Why choose Clínica Lumos?

Dr. Evelyn Alfonso is a member of FUE Europe, the Società Italiana di Tricologia and the Chilean Society of Aesthetic Surgery and Medicine. She trained at EIMEC in Barcelona in the use of LipoLaser and Vaser technologies. Clínica Lumos has an operating room approved by the SEREMI de Salud and complete facilities for pre-operative tests. Its medical team is highly professional and comprehensive. The facilities meet all safety and comfort requirements for patients.

Dr. Alfonso's training and memberships

Dr. Evelyn Alfonso

A LITTLE ABOUT ME:

MEMBER OF FUE EUROPE
MEMBER OF THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF AESTHETIC MEDICINE AND SURGERY (EIMEC) – BARCELONA
MEMBER OF THE CHILEAN SOCIETY OF AESTHETIC SURGERY AND MEDICINE – SOCHIMCE
Sitri – Società Italiana di Tricologia
SPEAKER AT THE 10TH SOCHIMCE CONGRESS (SURGICAL SESSION – HAIR TRANSPLANT)
PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON, GRADUATED WITH DISTINCTION FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES OF VILLA CLARA – CUBA
DIPLOMA IN MINOR DERMATO-AESTHETIC SURGERY – UNIVERSIDAD AUTÓNOMA DE CHILE
CEO AND FOUNDER OF CLÍNICA LUMOS