Step-by-Step DHI Hair Implant Procedure in Dubai

Direct Hair Implantation (DHI) is a cutting-edge technique within the realm of Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) and is highly preferred by leading specialists in Dubai due to its precision and impressive graft survival rates. The entire process, which typically ranges from 6 to 9 hours depending on the number of grafts (3,000 to 4,500), is meticulously divided into distinct phases.

Phase 1: Preparing and Planning for the Procedure

This initial phase, lasting approximately 1 to 2 hours, focuses on diagnostic assessments, designing the treatment plan, and ensuring patient comfort.

1. Thorough Consultation and Design Evaluation:
   - Assessment: A licensed surgeon from the Dubai Health Authority conducts a comprehensive analysis of the scalp, evaluating donor area density, hair structure, and overall scalp health.
   - Hairline Design: Collaboratively with the patient, the surgeon designs a new, natural-looking hairline, considering factors like angle, density, and hair flow.
   - Medical Screening: Blood tests are conducted to check for viral infections such as HIV and Hepatitis, as well as to ensure normal coagulation factors for a safe surgical experience.

2. Pre-Operative Instructions (The Week Before):
   - Medication: Patients are advised to discontinue the use of blood-thinning medications like Aspirin and Ibuprofen at least 7-10 days prior to the procedure after consulting their primary physician.
   - Lifestyle Changes: Ceasing alcohol consumption and refraining from smoking or using nicotine products at least a week before the surgery is recommended to optimize healing and graft survival.
   - Hair Preparation: Patients may be asked to trim their hair to 1 cm length or dye any white/grey hair black to aid the extraction technology in detecting hair follicles effectively.

3. Anesthesia and Trimming:
   - Local Anesthesia: To ensure a pain-free experience during the lengthy procedure, the surgeon administers local anesthesia to both the donor and recipient areas.
   - Donor Area Trimming: The donor area is carefully shaved or trimmed, while the recipient area may have a "No-Shave" or "Partial-Shave" option to preserve existing long hair for discretion.

Phase 2: Graft Extraction (Involving FUE)

This phase, typically lasting 2 to 3 hours, involves the meticulous extraction of donor hair.

4. Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE):
   - Using specialized micro-punch tools with a diameter of 1.0 mm or less, the surgeon extracts individual follicular units (grafts) from the stable donor area.
   - Preservation: Extracted grafts are immediately placed in a hypothermic holding solution enriched with Growth Factors or Platelet-Rich Plasma to maintain their vitality.
   - Graft Counting: The extraction team maintains an accurate count of the grafts and categorizes them based on the number of hairs they contain.

Phase 3: Direct Implantation (DHI Technique)

This critical and skill-intensive phase, lasting 3 to 4 hours, involves the unique DHI Choi Implanter Pen for implantation.

5. Graft Loading and Implantation:
   - Loading: Each graft is meticulously loaded into the hollow needle tip of the Choi Implanter Pen by an assistant.
   - Direct Placement: The surgeon uses the Choi Pen to pierce the recipient skin and implant the graft directly into the micro-incision, eliminating the need for pre-made channels.

6. Precision in Angle, Depth, and Direction:
   - Angle: Grafts on the hairline are placed at shallow, acute angles (35° to 45°) to ensure a natural appearance.
   - Direction: The direction of implantation is meticulously matched to the surrounding hair or predetermined crown swirl patterns.
   - Density: The Choi Pen allows for precise, high-density packing (80 grafts/cm²) for a visually fuller hairline.

Phase 4: Post-Procedure Care and Aftercare

7. Immediate Post-Op Care:
   - The surgeon cleans the treated areas and applies a light dressing to the donor site.
   - Patients receive a detailed aftercare kit comprising special shampoo, lotion, and post-operative medications for optimal healing.

8. First Wash and Follow-Up:
   - The first wash is typically performed at the clinic 24-48 hours post-surgery to ensure graft stability.
   - Recovery Recommendations: Patients are advised to elevate their heads while sleeping for the first week, avoid sun exposure and strenuous activities, and refrain from touching the grafts for 10-14 days.

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