Alar Adjustments
Alar adjustments refer to surgical changes made to the alae of the nose. The alae are the outer, rounded flared parts of your nostrils—the “wings” of your nose.
Alopecia Reduction
Alopecia reduction is a surgical technique aimed at reducing the size of bald patches by excising sections of hairless scalp and stretching adjacent hair-bearing skin to cover the area. This procedure was once more commonly used before the widespread adoption of modern hair transplant techniques like FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) and FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation). […]
Artificial Hair Implantation
Artificial hair implantation is a non-surgical procedure where biocompatible synthetic fibers are inserted into the scalp to create the appearance of natural hair. Unlike traditional hair transplants that use the patient’s own follicles, artificial hair fibers do not grow and require ongoing maintenance. The procedure is often marketed to individuals who are not ideal candidates […]
Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis is the thickening or hardening of the arteries caused by a buildup of plaque in the inner lining of an artery
Autograft
An autograft refers to a tissue transplant taken from one part of a patient’s body and moved to another area within the same individual. In the context of hair restoration, it describes the process of extracting hair follicles from a donor site (usually the back or sides of the scalp) and transplanting them to balding […]
Beard Transplant
A Popular Option for Facial Hair Restoration Beard transplants help men achieve a fuller, more defined beard. This procedure is ideal for individuals with patchy or sparse facial hair due to genetics, scarring, or medical conditions. How It Works Hair follicles are typically harvested from the scalp and transplanted to the beard area. The surgeon […]
Biopsy in Hair Loss Diagnosis
A scalp biopsy is a diagnostic procedure in which a small sample of skin, including hair follicles, is removed and examined under a microscope. This test helps doctors identify the underlying cause of hair loss, such as alopecia areata, scarring alopecia, or inflammatory scalp conditions. Performed under local anesthesia, the biopsy typically involves removing a […]
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) A psychological condition involving obsessive focus on perceived flaws in appearance, affecting surgical candidacy.
Cartilage Graft
A piece of cartilage (from the nose, ear, or rib) used to support or reshape nasal structures during surgery.
CBC
A CBC, or Complete Blood Count, is a common blood test that measures various components of your blood.
Choi Pen
The Tool Behind DHI Success The Choi Implanter Pen is a crucial instrument in DHI procedures, designed to enhance precision and reduce the time between extraction and implantation. How the Choi Pen Works The pen allows surgeons to load hair follicles into its hollow needle, which then inserts the grafts directly into the scalp without […]
Cobblestoning in Hair Transplants
Cobblestoning is an uneven, bumpy texture that can appear on the scalp after a hair transplant, particularly when grafts are placed improperly. It occurs when the transplanted follicular units protrude slightly above the scalp surface rather than lying flush with it. This complication was more common in older hair transplant methods, such as punch grafting, […]