Welcome to Dr Ghali’s aesthetic medicine centre. This guide sets out what a hair transplant involves, so that you can decide about the procedure with the full picture in front of you.
Hair implantation is a meticulous surgical procedure in which hair follicles are taken from a donor area, usually at the back of the head, and re-implanted in the areas that have thinned. We go through each stage in detail so that you know exactly what the procedure involves.
Several techniques are available, each suited to different needs. The two main approaches are FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) and FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation).
FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction): FUE is the less invasive of the two. Individual follicular units are extracted directly from the donor area, usually at the back of the head, using micro-instruments. That keeps scarring and recovery time to a minimum. FUE also allows considerable precision in selecting grafts, so the implanted follicles can be distributed naturally.
FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation): FUT involves removing a strip of tissue from the donor area, from which the follicular units are then extracted. It was widely used in the past but is less favoured today, being more invasive and leaving a linear scar. Recovery can also take longer than with FUE.
Why FUE is often preferred: FUE offers more flexibility in graft selection, which allows the result to follow the natural contours of the scalp. It also limits visible scarring considerably, and recovery is quicker. It suits anyone looking for a less invasive option and wanting to avoid the linear scar that comes with FUT.
Understanding the differences between the two techniques puts you in a position to choose, according to your own preferences, what you are hoping for, and the doctor’s recommendation.
The grafts — the follicular units — are what a hair transplant stands or falls on. Selecting them precisely is decisive for a natural-looking result:
Careful assessment: each graft is assessed individually.
Hair density, the direction of hair growth and the quality of the follicles are all taken into account.
Visual balance: this careful approach ensures the result sits naturally alongside the hair already on the scalp.
It allows the new hair to blend in so that the whole reads as one head of hair.
A natural hairline: precise graft selection is what makes a natural hairline possible.
It also ensures the follicles are distributed evenly across the areas being restored.
Follicle survival: selecting good-quality grafts gives the transplanted follicles the best chance of taking.
Robust grafts have a higher take rate, which is what makes the result last.
This attention to detail is what allows the new growth to sit consistently with your natural appearance, without asymmetry and without an artificial look. Careful graft selection is a fundamental part of how a hair transplant is carried out here.
Below are the criteria worth applying when you choose where to have a hair transplant, and how they are met here:
An experienced team: the team is made up of professionals experienced in hair transplantation.
That expertise carries through the whole process, from the consultation to the post-operative period.
Current techniques: the centre uses FUE and DHI.
Current techniques make for a more precise procedure and a better result.
It helps to see results rather than only read about them.
Before-and-after images: images from transplants carried out at the centre can be shown to you in consultation.
They give a concrete idea of how things can develop, so that you can form a realistic view of what the procedure does.
First consultation: from the outset, the doctor takes you through each stage of the procedure.
We discuss what you are hoping for, assess whether the procedure is feasible in your case, and answer your questions.
The full process: we set out how the transplant proceeds, from preparation through the procedure itself to the recovery period.
Every stage is explained, so that nothing about the process is opaque.
Being clear about money matters.
The costs in detail: we set out the factors that determine what a hair transplant costs.
You are given a precise, itemised quotation, so that you know exactly what the procedure involves financially.
Pre-operative consultations: these are designed to prepare you fully for the transplant.
They are the point at which every question and concern is dealt with.
Post-operative follow-up: follow-up is part of the service, not an extra.
We stay with you through the recovery period so that the transplant takes as it should.
By following this guide and working through it with the team, you will be in a position to make informed decisions about restoring the hair density you are looking for.
Hair transplant information
Welcome to Dr Ghali’s aesthetic medicine practice.
We use the DHI (Direct Hair Implantation) method to treat hair loss.
This guide gives you the information you need to make an informed decision about the procedure.
Nothing about the procedure is left unexplained.
Hair implantation is a precise medical procedure in which hair follicles are taken from a donor area at the back of the head and re-implanted in the areas that have thinned.
We take you through each stage so that you understand the process fully and are comfortable with your decision.
Several hair transplant techniques are available, so that treatment can be matched to what you need. Here is an outline of the two main approaches used here: FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) and DHI (Direct Hair Implantation).
FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction)
FUE is an advanced, less invasive technique.
Individual follicular units are extracted directly from the donor area using micro-instruments.
That keeps scarring to a minimum and shortens recovery.
FUE also allows considerable precision in graft selection, so the implanted hair is distributed naturally.
DHI (Direct Hair Implantation)
DHI is the more recent of the two techniques.
Unlike other methods, DHI allows the follicles to be implanted directly, without creating channels beforehand.
It uses a specialised tool, the Choi pen, which controls the angle, the direction and the depth of each implanted follicle — which is what makes the result look natural.
DHI also avoids scarring and allows a shorter recovery.
Why choose DHI?
DHI is often preferred for several reasons:
– Precision: each follicle is implanted with full control of angle, direction and depth. – Less scarring: the technique is less invasive and minimises visible scarring. – Quicker recovery: patients return to normal activities sooner. – A natural result: DHI allows the new hair to blend with the existing hair.
Understanding the differences between these techniques puts you in a position to choose, according to your own preferences and the doctor’s recommendation.
Our commitment is to a hair transplant tailored to you, aimed at the result you want, and carried out with your comfort in mind.
Careful selection of the grafts — the follicular units the procedure depends on — is at the centre of how a hair transplant is carried out here. This is how each graft is made to count:
Careful assessment
Each graft is assessed individually, taking account of hair density, the direction of hair growth and the quality of the follicles.
Visual balance
The approach allows the new hair to blend with the areas around it, for a natural and consistent result.
A natural hairline
Precise graft selection is what makes a natural hairline possible, with the follicles distributed evenly across the areas being restored.
Follicle survival
Good-quality grafts give the transplanted follicles the best chance of taking, which is what makes the result last.
During the procedure the grafts are kept cold, which preserves them as far as possible before re-implantation.
This attention to detail is what allows the new growth to sit naturally with the rest of your hair, without asymmetry and without an artificial look.
At Dr Ghali’s aesthetic medicine practice, hair transplants are carried out using current techniques.
We are with you at every stage.
The aim is the result you came for, achieved with your comfort and wellbeing respected throughout.
The cost of a hair transplant varies considerably according to the technique used, the number of grafts needed, where the centre is and the qualifications of the doctor. On average, costs range from 2000 to 6000 euros. A consultation is the only way to assess what you need and give you a precise quotation.
After a hair transplant it is best to sleep on your back, avoiding any direct contact with the grafted area. A U-shaped travel pillow helps keep the head raised and reduces rubbing against the grafts. Avoid sudden movements during sleep, to prevent any trauma to the treated area.
Results vary from one person to another. A detailed consultation before the procedure is what allows realistic expectations to be set. Before-and-after images of transplants carried out at the centre can be shown to you in consultation, so that you can see how things typically develop.
Avoid intense physical activity for at least 1 month after a hair transplant. That reduces the risk of bleeding, swelling and trauma to the grafts. After that, sport can be resumed gradually, depending on how well you have healed and on the doctor’s advice.
That depends on the complexity of the procedure and the number of grafts to be transplanted. On average it takes between 4 and 8 hours, including preparation, extraction of the grafts and their implantation. A consultation beforehand will give you a more precise estimate.
Follow the doctor’s instructions. PRP injections work well for this. Aftercare generally includes using the prescribed antiseptic solutions and creams, avoiding prolonged sun exposure, and protecting the grafted area from any physical trauma.
Crusts must be removed carefully, so as not to damage the grafts. They can be softened with saline solution or with the emollient creams prescribed by the doctor. They can also be removed gently in the shower, with light movements and a mild shampoo recommended by the practice.
Removing an old hair transplant is generally a complex procedure and calls for a thorough consultation with a specialist surgeon. The options may include surgical revision, extraction of individual grafts, or other procedures depending on the nature of the original transplant. Every case is different and has to be assessed individually.
Washing has to be done carefully. You are given instructions for washing at home; they generally involve a mild shampoo, avoiding any excessive rubbing, and drying gently with a towel. Following those instructions closely matters for healing.
A hair transplant, also known as hair transplantation, is a minor surgical procedure that restores hair to thinning or bald areas of the scalp. During the operation, hair follicles are taken from the back of the head (the donor area) and implanted in the areas to be treated (the recipient area), where they grow as natural, permanent hair.
Good candidates are generally people with significant hair loss from androgenetic alopecia (hereditary hair loss) or from other causes such as scarring or burns on the scalp. Good hair density in the occipital donor area is essential for the procedure to work.
The two most widely used methods are the strip technique (FUT — Follicular Unit Transplantation) and individual extraction (FUE — Follicular Unit Extraction), along with DHI (Direct Hair Implantation). FUT involves harvesting a strip of skin containing hair follicles, whereas FUE and DHI extract follicles individually using a specialised device.
Recovery varies from one person to another, but patients can generally return to their usual activities within 7 to 10 days of the procedure. The crusts on the scalp usually heal within 1 to 2 weeks, and the new hair begins to grow after a few months.
A hair transplant is generally a safe procedure, but like any surgery it carries potential risks. Possible complications include bleeding, infection, small scars and an unsatisfactory cosmetic result.
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Page last reviewed 9 September 2026.
The consultation is where we look at your situation, make sure nothing rules the treatment out, and tell you whether this technique is the right answer to what you are asking for.
