Wig fitting service
Some chemotherapy or radiotherapy treatments can cause you to lose your hair.
If this is likely with your treatment, a member of the team will talk to you about it during your New Patient Talk, before your treatment begins. If hair loss is expected, you’ll be advised to contact The Lodge to arrange a wig fitting appointment. The clinic runs on Wednesdays. You’ll be able to choose a synthetic wig from a wide selection, with the cost covered up to £120 by the Trust. If you prefer a wig that costs more than this, you’re very welcome to choose one and simply pay the difference. Top up payments must be made by card.
Please be aware that synthetic wigs require special care. Regular hair products aren’t suitable for use on them. While there’s no obligation to buy products from us , The Lodge offers optional Wig Care Packs for £20, which includes: Special shampoo and conditioner, styling spray , a wig stand and a suitable hairbrush. These packs are designed to help you look after your wig at home with ease and confidence. Wig care pack payment can be made by cash or card.
We also have a range of headwear to purchase and these can be shown and demonstrated to you.
Frequently asked questions
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You will be advised by your clinical team if the treatment you are offered will effect your hair. Some treatments will cause hair thinning and others will cause complete hair loss.
This varies but hair loss usually starts to happen 3 to 5 weeks after the first treatment.
During your New Patient Talk you will be given information about the side effects of your treatment, including hair loss. If this applies to you, you’ll be advised to contact The Lodge to arrange a wig fitting appointment. You can choose a wig from our range, with costs covered up to £120.
If your treatment at Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust causes hair loss the Trust will cover up to £120 towards the cost of a synthetic wig. If you choose a wig that costs more than this, you will be asked to pay the difference. This needs to be paid for by card.
Once you have been advised about hair loss as a side effect of your treatment, contact The Lodge to book into the Wig Fitting clinic, held on a Wednesday. Appointments last up to an hour.
We carry a wide selection of synthetic wigs in different styles and colours. However, if you don’t find one that feels right for you at your appointment, we can usually order alternative styles or colours for you to try. These are typically available within one to two weeks depending on availability. If you prefer you can also choose to visit one of the other NHS-contracted wig suppliers instead; we can provide this information at your appointment.
No, there are alternative suppliers of NHS wigs. Please contact The Lodge for a list of up to date suppliers.