Before treatment
After treatment
Before After

A Structured Restoration for Advanced Thinning

With a collapsing mid-scalp and visible crown thinning, the surgeon-led DHI method rebuilt natural density across all critical zones using 3,800 grafts.

Step 1 — The Struggle Before

The Struggle Before

When Styling Can’t Hide the Thinning

Over the years, he adapted his hairstyle to cover the rapidly thinning center of his scalp. But even with longer hair swept forward, the mid-scalp and crown were clearly visible under bright lighting. Social situations, overhead cameras, and outdoor wind made him increasingly self-conscious, prompting him to look for a long-term solution instead of temporary styling tricks.

Before treatment: receding temples and thinning crown.

Step 2 — The Decision

Choosing DHI in Vietnam

Precision placement to rebuild all areas without over-harvesting.

After researching multiple clinics, he chose Dr. Huan for the surgeon-led DHI technique. The consultation identified a multi-zone problem: frontal recession, a collapsed mid-scalp, and a thinning crown border. What stood out was Dr. Huan’s methodical graft allocation plan, giving full coverage without depleting the donor area, and ensuring the density blends naturally from the front all the way to the crown.

Pre-procedure design mapping for a DHI hair transplant, showing the surgeon’s outline of the treatment zones for precise graft placement and natural density planning.

Step 3 — The Procedure

Title: 3,800 Grafts, Full Multi-Zone Restoration

Rebuilding the hairline, reinforcing the mid-scalp, and reconnecting density to the crown.

Using the surgeon-led DHI method, Dr. Huan placed each graft individually with implanter pens, protecting the remaining native hairs. The procedure focused on three zones: a stronger frontal frame, a dense mid-scalp bridge, and a natural transition into the crown. The result is consistent density without sharp or obvious density breaks.

Immediate post-operative DHI hair transplant photo taken in the clinic, showing freshly implanted grafts, protected hairline bandaging, and clean surgical technique for optimal early healing.

Step 4 — The Recovery

Clean Healing, Strong Follicle Retention

Following a tailored after-care plan for optimal survival.

He adhered closely to his after-care schedule saline hydration, LED therapy, elevated sleep, and gentle washing. The donor area healed quickly with no patchy extraction marks. By Month 2, shedding finished and new growth cycles began. Early density became visible around Month 4, with steady thickening each month.

Pre-procedure planning photo for a DHI hair transplant, showing the surgeon’s marked treatment zone to map graft distribution and design a natural, balanced hairline restoration.

Step 5 — The Results

A Complete, Natural Transformation

Balanced density from the hairline through the crown.

At 15 months, the frontal region looks youthful and sharp, while the once-collapsed mid-scalp now blends seamlessly with the crown transition. His hair no longer requires styling tricks volume and coverage come naturally. Friends and colleagues commented on how refreshed and confident he looks without knowing he underwent a procedure.

Final results: 15 months post-procedure.

Background & Patient History

Patient Name
Finn S.
Age
39
Treatment Date
January 2023
Medical History

Male patient in his mid-30s with progressive androgenetic alopecia. No underlying medical conditions. Hair loss began in his late 20s, accelerating around the mid-scalp and crown over the past three years. Donor density: medium to strong along occipital and parietal zones.

Treatment Plan

Technique: Surgeon-led DHI

Total grafts: 3,800
Zones targeted:

Frontal reconstruction, Mid-scalp density rebuild, Crown transition reinforcement


Density targets:
40–50 grafts/cm² frontal
35–40 grafts/cm² mid-scalp
25–30 grafts/cm² crown border

Expected Outcome

A natural-looking, fully connected look from the hairline to the crown, restoring symmetry and eliminating the “see-through” mid-scalp. The expected result is a 40-60% visual improvement in coverage, with further thickening continuing through Month 12–15.

After-Care Plan

Saline hydration (Days 1–3)

First wash on Day 4 with clinic shampoo/foam

LED therapy on Days 2–3

No sweating, sun exposure, or helmets for 14 days

Minoxidil restart at Day 30 (optional)

Finasteride or Dutasteride recommended for long-term stabilization

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