What is a hair transplant?

Hair loss is a common problem that affects people of different ages and life situations. For many, hair loss can lead to reduced self-esteem and feelings of insecurity. Hair transplantation is an effective solution that has helped millions of people regain their natural appearance and self-confidence. But what exactly is a hair transplant, and what techniques are used?

In this article, we'll cover everything you need to know about hair transplants - from the different types and techniques to how we at ZARC Hair Clinic work with the most advanced methods to give you the best results.

The basics of a hair transplant

A hair transplant is a surgical procedure in which hair follicles are moved from an area with good hair density (the 'donor area') to an area that has no hair or thinner hair (the 'recipient area'). Usually, the follicles are taken from the back or sides of the head, as these areas are genetically programmed to retain their hair.

The transplant is permanent, as the relocated hair follicles retain their original characteristics, allowing them to continue growing in their new area.

Types of hair transplant techniques

There are several methods of hair transplantation, but the most widely used and successful techniques are FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) and DHI (Direct Hair Implantation). Below we will go through these techniques in detail and compare them with older methods such as FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation).

FUE - Follicular Unit Extraction

FUE is one of the most popular hair transplantation techniques today, and it is not difficult to understand why. This method involves extracting hair follicles individually from the donor area using microsurgical tools. Each hair follicle is a small 'unit' containing one to four hairs.

Advantages of the FUE:

Minimal scarring: Instead of a large scar, the patient gets small, barely visible dots.
Shorter recovery time.
Natural look: The results look very natural, as the hair follicles are carefully placed.

DHI - Direct Hair Implantation

DHI is a further development of FUE and is a method that we at ZARC Hair Clinic specialize in. With DHI, the hair follicles are removed in the same way as in FUE, but the big difference is how they are implanted. Instead of creating recipient scars with a scalpel or other tools, we use a specially designed implantation pen ("Choi pen") to directly place the hair follicles in the skin.

Advantages of DHI:

Even higher precision when placing hair follicles.
Shorter time for the hair follicles to be outside the body, increasing survival rates.
No shaving of the recipient area is needed in some cases.
Very natural result.

FUT - Follicular Unit Transplantation

FUT is an older method that involves taking a strip of skin from the donor area, from which the hair follicles are then separated and implanted in the recipient area. This method is still used in some cases, but it has several disadvantages, including longer recovery time and greater scarring.

How we work at ZARC Hair Clinic

At ZARC Hair Clinic, we exclusively use FUE and DHI, as these methods offer the best results for our patients. We believe in a personalized treatment where each patient receives a carefully designed plan based on their needs and goals.

Our process:

Consultation: We start with a thorough consultation to assess your hair situation and discuss your expectations.
Planning: Our experts plan the hairline and the number of grafts needed to create a natural result.
Treatment: The transplant itself is performed with great precision and care by experienced specialists.
Aftercare: We offer support and follow-up to ensure you are satisfied with the outcome.

Why choose us?

At ZARC Hair Clinic, we pride ourselves on offering the most advanced techniques and a personalized approach. We work with precision, passion and a goal of giving each patient a result they can be proud of.

Whether you are at the beginning of your journey towards regaining your hair or have already decided to undergo a hair transplant, we are here to help you. Contact us today to book a consultation!