Many looking for hair loss treatment are also searching for the best hair transplantation methods and ask “Which is the best for me?”. The latest DHI method has recently become one of the popular ones in the world, as well as hair transplant in Turkey. Here you can find out the difference between the two the most common hair transplantation methods, DHI vs. FUE, benefits, side effects, as well as comparison of these methods to help you plan the best for you.
Comparison of DHI method with FUT & FUE
While there were two very common types of hair transplantation surgeries in the previous years to provide hair loss and regrow lost hair, new methods are developed.
Follicular unit transplantation (FUT) and follicular unit extraction (FUE) were these two common methods, and new generation technique that is Direct hair implantation (DHI) took its place in the field of hair transplantation.
Overview of the Hair Transplant Methods
In the FUT method, a piece of skin is removed and divided into individual groupings of follicular units under a microscope, and then transplanted into the recipient’s area.
The FUE method is very common and popular in the field of hair transplantation. Each hair graft is removed from the donor one by one using a punch tool, and this avoids scarring, while the FUT leaves a permanent scar on the donor and recipient.
DHI hair transplant is a different way of FUE method where the main difference is the method of how hair is implanted. In the FUE method, incisions made on the whole scalp and follicle units are placed on these incisions. And with the DHI method, there is no need any incisions, as a patented tool is used during each implantation on the scalp. And also with this method, robotic hair transplant system can also be applied.
DHI method can also be considered as the most effective option since few years. You are able to find all methods for hair transplant, as well as beard transplant Turkey here in the country.
FUE Technique
The FUE technique is very common and popular in Istanbul and Turkey. Each hair graft is removed from the donor one by one using a punch tool, and this avoids scarring, shorter recovery period, while the FUT technique leaves a permanent scar on the donor and recipient.
Sapphire FUE Technique
While Sapphire FUE is a quality stone known for its hardness, durability and brightness, this is also a kind of the FUE technique where sapphire blades is used.
With sapphire blade, small and thin channels are opened very well, the grafts won’t have much contact with the external side, has minimal risk for tissue damage, and recovery process is shorter.
Both Fue and Sapphire FUE;
- Involves minimally invasive extraction of individual hair follicles, leaving tiny dots (not scars!).
- Pros: minimal scarring, good for smaller areas, quicker recovery.
- Cons: longer procedure time, can be more expensive.
DHI Technique
Direct Hair Implantation (DHI) is a different way of FUE technique where the main difference is the method of how hair is implanted.
In the FUE technique, incisions made on the whole scalp and follicle units are placed on these incisions. And with the DHI technique, there is no need any incisions, as a patented tool is used during each implantation on the scalp. And also with this method, robotic hair transplant system can also be applied.
- DHI involves extracting and directly implanting follicles in one swift move.
- Pros: minimal manipulation, better hair angulation, potentially higher survival rates.
- Cons: technically demanding, higher cost, longer learning curve for surgeons.
Differences between DHI and FUE Hair Transplant Methods
DHI Hair Transplant method is the latest technique. In fact, it is the continuation of FUE hair transplant method.
While channels are opened in the FUE, there is no need to open channels in the DHI method.
In FUE hair transplantation, small incisions are made on the skin. These are formed as slits and then hair follicles are transplanted into it. Since the hair follicles may be broken during the transplantation, the experience and skill of the surgeon is very important in this procedure.
In DHI hair transplantation, the hair follicles are placed at the tip of the pen called implanter pen and directly transplanted into the skin. The pen tip enters the skin, leaves the hair root and the pen tip comes out. And this ensures less scarring as the slit-shaped incisions made in the FUE method do not exist in this method.
Another difference is that there may be more bleeding in the FUE, when compared to the DHI method.
In the DHI method, you’ll have less blood, crusting, bruising and edema since the implantation is performed directly with a pen without opening the channel.
You’ll face only scabs up to the size of a pinhead appear and fall out until the 10th day after your hair transplantation surgery. On the other hand, this period may take a bit longer in the FUE method as the crusting will be more.
In DHI hair transplantation, the process of returning to work and social life is a little bit quicker than the FUE method.
The FUE method can be ideal because it covers larger areas, when compared to DHI method. But DHI method provides a good rate of achieving higher density.
The Hair Transplant Procedure: Step-by-Step
Hair transplants are one of the most popular cosmetic treatments throughout the world. The hair loss can be something that may put the men through a panic and panic than can lead to a depressive situation, and avoid social activities.
Now let’s tell about what you should expect from the hair transplant procedure. So that you can be more familiar.
- Preparation: The process begins with preparing your scalp. The donor area, typically the back of your head, is identified and prepped for follicle extraction.
- Extraction: In FUE, individual hair follicles are carefully extracted one by one from the donor area. Sapphire FUE goes a step further, utilizing sapphire blades for making incisions, which leads to less scarring, quicker healing, and less discomfort compared to traditional steel blades. DHI, although similar in extracting follicles individually, does not require creating prior incisions in the recipient area.
- Follicle Preparation: Regardless of which technique is used, the extracted follicles are meticulously prepared and preserved under a microscope to ensure their viability for transplantation.
- Implantation: In FUE and Sapphire FUE, after creating tiny incisions in the recipient area, the follicles are implanted carefully to the angle and direction of natural hair growth. DHI technique is applied with a special tool known as the “DHI implanter” or “Choi pen”. So that it allows for the direct implantation of hair follicles into the scalp without a need for pre-made incisions.
- Closure: FUE and Sapphire FUE are minimally invasive, involves no sutures, and so reduces the recovery time. DHI’s unique approach also eliminates the need for sutures, provides a faster healing process and reduces the overall impact on the scalp.
DHI and FUE Hair Transplant in Istanbul Turkey
Turkey has recently become one of the top choices in the world for hair transplant surgeries. The quality of service with very reasonable prices, the world-class clinics having the latest technology, and affordable healthcare are the main reasons.
About all the hair transplant clinics in Istanbul and Turkey do the DHI and FUE hair transplant operations with one of the best success rate when compared the other popular destinations in the world.
