DHI is a technique used in hair restoration that places grafts with a specialised instrument. As with every technique, the planning matters more than the name.
How it differs
DHI refers to direct implantation using a specialised pen-like instrument. Clinics may describe differences in control, density planning and time.
Which technique suits you depends on your hair characteristics, the area being treated and the plan.
The assessment
Pattern of loss, donor area, scalp condition and medical history all feed the assessment, alongside photographs.
The assessment should also address what a transplant cannot change.
Questions worth asking
Why is this technique proposed for me? What are the alternatives? What does the plan include, and what happens if the result develops differently from what we hoped?
Ask for written answers.
Afterwards
Aftercare instructions and follow-up are part of the treatment. Growth develops gradually and is followed over months.
No clinic can promise a specific result.
Practical points for patients
- Ask why DHI rather than another technique in your case.
- Ask about the donor area and long-term planning.
- Request written aftercare instructions.
- Keep follow-up photographs consistent.
Frequently asked questions
Is DHI more expensive than FUE?
Pricing depends on the current approved price list for your plan. Ask for it in writing.
Does DHI hurt?
Local anaesthesia is used. Discuss comfort with the clinic during your assessment.
Can DHI be used for the hairline?
Technique suitability is decided by the clinician based on your case.
How long does it take?
Procedure length depends on the plan. Your clinic will explain what your day involves.
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This article is educational information only. It does not diagnose, does not recommend a treatment for you, and does not promise any outcome. The suitability of any treatment is determined by our medical team after an individual assessment.