DHI Hair Transplantation

DHI Hair Transplantation (Direct Hair Implantation) means “Direct Hair Transplantation.” In this method, grafts are collected using a medical pen called Choi, which should only be used by experts. Then, using the same pen, the harvested hairs are directly implanted into the skin without making incisions or channels. While these two steps are performed separately in known hair transplantation methods, the special pen used in DHI reduces the procedure to a single step, providing comfort and ease for the patient. In short, while the FUE hair transplantation technique involves three stages, DHI involves only two. The aim of the procedure is to improve the quality of hair transplantation, provide a dense appearance, preserve the existing hair, and allow the patient to quickly return to their daily life without shortening the hair.

How is the DHI Hair Transplantation Technique Applied?

In the DHI pen technique, hair follicles are collected using a special device called the Choi pen and placed in the scalp: This technique is performed in 3 stages by expert hair transplantation specialists:

Local anesthesia is applied to the donor area to relax the hair follicles, and the hair follicles are collected with the special pen. Next, the process of implanting the harvested hair follicles into the scalp begins using this special device.
The hair follicles are implanted into the scalp using a special Choi pen. This pen has a very thin, pointed tip, but its special structure allows for the insertion of hair follicles. When this thin-tipped medical pen, inserted into the scalp at the appropriate angle, is pressed on the special area at the back, it implants the hair follicle into the scalp. Following the procedure, the patient’s recovery process begins. Check-ups are performed in the days following the operation, and appropriate care instructions are given.

This method, applied without damaging healthy tissues, is advantageous because it allows for much denser implantation.

Generally, this method is preferred because the follicles are implanted immediately after extraction. This increases the success rate and the likelihood of the grafts remaining healthy. Although it is a technique that has existed for a long time, it is frequently used recently.

It is extremely important that the procedure, which takes approximately 7-9 hours, is performed by experienced professionals.

What are the Advantages of DHI Hair Transplantation?

Performing the channel opening and hair follicle placement procedures simultaneously allows the harvested hair follicles to be placed in their new location without a long waiting period.
It enables much denser transplantation and achieves much more natural appearances.
Thanks to the special instrument, the waiting time for the follicles during hair transplantation is reduced. Thus, the risk of follicle loss is minimized.
Existing hair is not damaged. It is a method that can also be applied to patients whose hair loss is not yet complete.
The patient experiences a rapid recovery process.