Hair Transplant
DHI Hair Transplant
Direct implantation of grafts with a Choi pen.
DHI (Direct Hair Implantation) is a variation of FUE. Follicles are extracted individually from the donor area, then loaded into a Choi implanter pen and placed directly into the recipient area without opening channels first.
Treatment overview
DHI can allow precise control of angle and direction, which is often useful for hairlines and dense packing. It is not universally better than FUE — the right technique depends on hair characteristics, the area treated and the team's experience.
Common purposes
- Restoring the hairline
- Increasing density in thinning areas
- Treating smaller areas that need precise placement
- Repairing previous hair transplant results
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No obligation. A coordinator replies personally.
Who may be suitable?
- Adults with stable, pattern hair loss
- People with an adequate donor area
- Those without active scalp disease
- People with realistic expectations about density
Suitability is always decided by a specialist after reviewing your health and examining you.
Treatment process
- 01
Before treatment
You share photos of the front, top, crown and donor area. Hair loss pattern, donor capacity and possible causes are assessed; blood tests may be requested.
- 02
Treatment day
Under local anaesthesia, follicles are extracted and implanted with Choi pens. The procedure typically takes most of a day.
- 03
After treatment
Mild swelling and small crusts are common. The first wash and aftercare instructions are given in the clinic.
- 04
Follow-up
Progress is followed with photos over months. Medical treatment for ongoing hair loss may be discussed.
Expectations & recovery
Crusts usually shed within about 10–14 days.
Temporary shedding of transplanted hair is normal in the first weeks.
New growth typically starts at 3–4 months; the final result is assessed at 12–18 months.
Results and recovery vary from person to person. No outcome can be guaranteed.
Risks & considerations
Potential benefits
- Precise control of angle and direction
- No separate channel-opening step
- Useful for hairlines and dense packing
- Uses your own hair
Risks & considerations
- Infection, bleeding, numbness and swelling
- Uneven growth or lower density than expected
- Donor area over-harvesting if poorly planned
- Non-transplanted native hair may continue to thin
Questions about this treatment
Independent patient resources
This information is general and does not replace a medical consultation.
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