What is DHI Hair Transplantation? Who Is It Suitable For?
DHI Hair Implantation (Direct Hair Implantation) technique hair transplantation is expressed in its simplest form as “direct hair transplantation” technique. The most important feature that should be underlined is the “hair thickening” technique. For this reason, women also prefer this technique very often. The most important details in this technique are the head structure, skin hardness and openness rate. While the stages of the FUE method are; extraction, alignment, channeling and transplantation, we see that the channeling and transplantation applications in the FUE method are combined when applying DHI technique hair transplantation. Within this information; it would be best to consider the DHI technique not as a method in hair transplantation but as a new technique integrated into the FUE method.
The most important detail when using this technique is to take care not to damage the grafts, i.e. hair follicles, when placing them in the choi pene and to place them at an angle of 40-45 degrees in accordance with the natural structure of the hair. Since the channels will not be pre-opened as in the FUE method, the experience of your specialist is of great importance for this technique, as the channel opening and transplantation procedures will be applied simultaneously.
DHI hair transplantation technique is performed using very fine-tipped needles called choi implanter pens, which are specially designed for the hair transplantation process. In this technique, hair follicles are taken one by one from the nape of the neck and placed directly into the hair transplantation area with the choi implanter pen. Choi implanter pen places the hair follicles at the right angle and depth while performing hair transplantation. In this way, the transplanted hair is placed in accordance with the natural growth direction and a more natural appearance is achieved.
Unlike the traditional FUE method, during DHI hair transplantation, there is no need to open a channel in the transplantation area beforehand. Choi implanter pen opens small micro channels while placing the grafts directly into the transplantation area. This method ensures a more secure placement of the hair follicles and less damage between the follicles. In addition, the healing process is usually faster and there is less risk of scarring in the transplanted area.
DHI hair transplantation technique is a delicate procedure and should be performed by an experienced team. It should be planned individually for each patient and applied carefully by a hair transplant specialist. In this way, it is possible to achieve natural and aesthetic results.
The use of 2 to 6 choi pens and 10-15 choi tips in each hair transplant operation increases the complexity and detail of the procedure. Choi implanter pens are specially designed to place the hair follicles in accordance with the natural direction of growth. In this way, a more natural and aesthetic result is achieved in the transplanted area. Each choi pen ensures precise placement of the grafts used in hair transplantation and makes the transplantation process more controlled.
The use of choi implanter pens in DHI hair transplantation method requires more technical knowledge and experience than the traditional FUE method. For this reason, DHI hair transplant operations are usually performed by specialized teams. This technique may make the hair transplant process longer and more laborious, but these details are of great importance for the naturalness and quality of the results.
The use of each choi penin and choi tips can affect the costs of hair transplantation. Costs may vary according to factors such as the details of the operation, the number of equipment used and the patient's hair loss status. Therefore, detailed planning and consultation is important before choosing the DHI hair transplant method.
Recovery after DHI hair transplantation is usually quick and comfortable. After the procedure, a slight swelling or redness may occur in the transplanted area; this is normal and usually resolves within a few days. One of the most important points to be aware of in the first 24-48 hours is to protect the transplanted area and avoid direct exposure to water. In the first few days, there may be a slight pain sensation, but this can be controlled with painkillers recommended by the doctor. After about a week, the scabbing process begins and these scabs will fall off naturally. Hair begins to grow within 3-4 months after transplantation; full results are usually seen within 12 months. Following your doctor's recommendations throughout the process will speed up the healing process and improve the quality of the results.
The most common complications after a hair transplant can include infection, bleeding, excessive swelling and tissue loss. These complications are usually rare, but when they occur it is important to contact a specialist immediately.
After DHI hair transplantation, you can usually return to your daily activities within 2-3 days; however, it is recommended to avoid heavy physical activities and exposure to water such as swimming for at least 1 week.
Before DHI hair transplantation, it is important to avoid alcohol and smoking, to stop the use of blood thinners and to have a detailed consultation with the physician who will perform the procedure.
The results obtained with the DHI method are permanent when healthy hair follicles are used. However, existing hair loss may continue due to genetic factors and the aging process.
DHI hair transplantation is not recommended for individuals with active infections, bleeding disorders or psychological disorders. It should also not be performed in cases where the cause of hair loss has not been clearly identified.
The treatments will be carried out at contracted healthcare institutions holding international health tourism authorization licenses.
