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FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) involves extracting follicles individually, slicing tiny slits or channels in the target thinning area, and then hand-placing the grafts. DHI (Direct Hair Implantation) uses a specialized hollow Choi Implanter Pen tool. Follicles are loaded directly into the pen and injected straight into the scalp, combining channel creation and placement in one step. DHI offers a faster recovery window, precise control over implant depth and angle, and is optimal for filling smaller spaces with very high density.
Hair transplant costs in Pakistan range from PKR 80,000 up to PKR 350,000 depending on the technique (DHI is slightly more expensive due to specialized Choi tools), the surgeon's reputation, and the graft count required. At HT Hair Transplant, we maintain complete transparency with structured packages starting from PKR 90,000 for standard FUE up to PKR 250,000 for complex DHI restoration with no hidden clinical fees.
Graft requirements depend on your current stage of pattern baldness. Mild hairline recession requires 1,500 to 2,200 grafts. Filling moderate crowns or mid-scalp baldness needs 2,500 to 3,500 grafts. Severe alopecia (Norwood Stage 6 or 7) requires 4,000 to 5,500+ grafts, which our surgeons typically split into two consecutive sessions to prevent over-harvesting the donor site and ensure optimal survival.
The procedure is carried out under local anesthesia. The local anesthetic injections may cause a minor pinprick or stinging sensation for the first 2-3 minutes, but once active, the scalp is fully numbed. You will feel no pain whatsoever during extraction or placement. Most patients read, watch movies, or take naps comfortably during their session.
After implantation, the hair shafts naturally shed in the first 2-4 weeks (shock loss stage) while roots enter dormancy. New hair growth begins to appear at month 3. Cosmetic density becomes noticeable around month 6 to 8. The full, final, natural density of the transplanted hair is fully visible at 12 to 15 months.
Yes, hair transplant results are permanent. Grafts are harvested from the donor zone at the back and sides of the head. Hair in this zone is genetically programmed to resist DHT (Dihydrotestosterone), the hormone responsible for hair thinning and pattern baldness. When moved to the front or crown, the transplanted follicles retain this genetic resistance, growing naturally for a lifetime.
Recovery is rapid. Days 1-3 involve minor swelling and crust formation. Most scabs wash away naturally by day 10 with mild washing guidelines. Most patients return to desk jobs within 3-4 days. We advise avoiding strenuous exercises, heavy sweating, direct sun exposure, and helmets for the first 14 days to protect the delicate grafts.
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