Before treatment
After treatment
Before After

Restoring Balance in Advanced Hair Loss

A surgeon-led 3,900 graft DHI strategy designed to rebuild the frontal frame while planning responsibly for extensive hair loss.

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Step 1 — The Struggle Before

When Hair Loss Extends Beyond the Hairline

Advanced frontal and mid-scalp thinning with early crown involvement

The patient presented with significant recession of the frontal hairline, diffuse thinning across the mid-scalp. This advanced pattern disrupted facial balance and made it increasingly difficult to maintain a consistent hairstyle, particularly under bright lighting or from elevated viewing angles.

Before treatment: receding temples and thinning mid-scalp.

Step 2 — The Decision

Choosing Strategy Over Short-Term Density

Prioritizing long-term planning in advanced hair loss

With a Norwood Class V pattern, the patient understood that responsible restoration requires careful graft budgeting and realistic expectations. He chose a surgeon-led approach focused on restoring the most cosmetically impactful zones first, while preserving donor capacity for future needs.

Consultation with Dr. Huan

Step 3 — The Procedure

Surgeon-Led DHI Hair Transplant

Multi-zone restoration with controlled density distribution

The DHI procedure focused on reconstructing the frontal hairline, reinforcing the mid-scalp bridge, and providing light strategic coverage. Graft placement emphasized natural angulation, progressive density gradients, and seamless transitions between zones to avoid an artificial or “plugged” appearance.

During the DHI procedure.

Step 4 — The Recovery

A Phased Healing and Growth Process

Clear guidance for an extended regrowth timeline

Following the procedure, the patient entered a structured recovery phase with detailed after-care instructions. Temporary shedding occurred within the first few weeks, followed by gradual regrowth beginning around months 3-4. In advanced cases, full cosmetic maturation is typically seen between 12-15 months.

One week post-procedure.

Step 5 — The Results

Rebuilding the Frame, Not Just Filling Space

Visible improvement with natural proportions

The final result restores a strong frontal frame and improved mid-scalp continuity, significantly reducing scalp visibility from frontal and oblique angles. Rather than attempting full crown density in one session, the outcome prioritizes natural balance, realism, and long-term sustainability.

Interim Result - 6 months post-procedure.

Patient Journey

Real results from real patients

Background & Patient History

Patient Name
Truong N.
Age
34
Treatment Date
October 2024
Medical History

Truong experienced progressive hair loss over many years, advancing from frontal recession into mid-scalp thinning. The pattern is consistent with advanced male-pattern baldness, requiring a comprehensive and strategic surgical plan rather than localized correction.

Treatment Plan

  • Surgeon-designed hairline and zone mapping
  • Conservative graft allocation across multiple scalp regions
  • DHI implantation for precise control of angle, depth, and direction
  • Planning that allows for potential future sessions if needed

Expected Outcome

  • Restored frontal framing that improves facial proportion
  • Smoother transition across the mid-scalp
  • Reduced overall scalp visibility
  • A natural, age-appropriate appearance that remains sustainable over time

After-Care Plan

  • Structured scalp hygiene and healing protocol
  • Activity and sun-exposure precautions
  • Regular follow-up to monitor graft growth cycles
  • Complementary support such as LED red light therapy and Nourkrin to support hair health and maturation

Surgery day with Dr. Huan

Follow the patient's progress from surgery to full maturation

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Month 10

All progress photos are self-taken by patients and submitted as part of their routine post-procedure follow-up.