Direct hair implantation
DHI
Follicles are placed directly with an implanter pen, giving close control over angle, depth and density.
- SessionsUsually one
- Time per sessionA full day, 6 to 8 hours
- DowntimeAbout a week of small scabs
- ResultsGrowth from 3 to 4 months, full at 12
Typical figures. Your own plan is set at your consultation.
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How it works
- Plan the hairline
Your donor area is assessed and the new hairline is drawn with you.
- Extract follicles
Taken one by one from the donor area, under local anaesthetic.
- Implant with a pen
Each follicle is loaded into an implanter pen and placed directly, without pre-made channels.
Good to know
DHI or FUE?
Both take follicles one by one. The difference is placement: DHI implants each follicle with a pen in one step, which gives close control of angle and density. Dr. Babar will advise which suits your hair. About FUE and FUT
Before your appointment
- Stop smoking at least a week before.
- Tell us about blood thinners and other medicines.
- Eat breakfast and wear a button-up top.
Aftercare
- Sleep with your head raised for the first few nights.
- Wash only as shown on your aftercare sheet.
- No gym, swimming or caps for about 2 weeks.
- Shedding of transplanted hair at 2 to 6 weeks is normal; new growth follows.