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The Choi Pen gives the surgeon complete control over the depth, angle, and precise direction of every single implanted hair, resulting in an incredibly natural look.
DHI hair transplant in Istanbul using the advanced Choi Pen method. Achieve maximum density and perfect natural growth direction without shaving. The preferred unshaven hair transplant technique at our Istanbul clinic.
DHI differs from standard FUE in the implantation phase. Instead of creating incisions first and placing grafts later, DHI uses a specialized tool called a Choi Pen. This allows the surgeon to extract the follicle and directly implant it into the scalp in one single, fluid motion.
The Choi Pen gives the surgeon complete control over the depth, angle, and precise direction of every single implanted hair, resulting in an incredibly natural look.
Because grafts are placed directly into the scalp immediately after extraction, the time they spend outside the body is significantly reduced, maximizing follicle survival rates to over 98%.
Since implantation happens simultaneously with channel creation, there is virtually no bleeding. This means no crusting, minimal swelling, and a much faster visual recovery.
DHI is highly recommended for specific types of hair loss patterns, especially when precision is more important than sheer graft volume.
Due to the meticulous nature of the Choi Pen, DHI sessions are usually limited to 3,500-4,000 grafts per day to ensure perfect quality.
DHI, or Direct Hair Implantation, is an advanced modification of the classic FUE technique. Utilizing a specialized, pen-like instrument known as the Choi Implanter Pen, our surgeons can extract and implant hair follicles simultaneously. This eliminates the need to create recipient incisions beforehand, offering unparalleled control over the angle, depth, and direction of each implanted hair.
The Choi Pen is loaded with 1 to 3 hair follicles at a time. The surgeon then presses the pen directly into the scalp, which pierces the skin and leaves the follicle securely in place upon withdrawal. This seamless action means follicles spend exceptionally little time outside the body, pushing survival rates to an industry-leading 98-99%.
There is no strict "better" technique; the best choice depends on your specific hair loss pattern. Sapphire FUE is exceptionally efficient for large-scale balding areas requiring thousands of grafts. DHI, on the other hand, excels in precision, density building among native hair, and unshaven procedures. During your free consultation at Best Hair Clinic Istanbul, our specialists will recommend the optimal technique tailored to your scalp.
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