PFI (Precise Follicle Implantation): The gold standard of hair transplantation

• November 25, 2023
• Dr. Joshua Wee

Last updated on June 3, 2024

Coping with hair loss can be a challenging journey, affecting one’s self-assurance and personal outlook. Fortunately, strides in hair transplant techniques have opened avenues for effective solutions in restoring natural hairlines and density. Among these techniques, Precise Follicle Implantation (PFI) shines as a gold standard, revolutionising the field of hair restoration.

What is PFI?

PFI, or Precise Follicle Implantation, represents a distinct technique within the realm of FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) hair transplants. It sets itself apart from conventional methods like FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation) by focusing on the meticulous and strategic implantation of hair follicles directly into the recipient area using specialised tools. This innovative approach ensures precision and targeted placement for natural-looking results.

How Does PFI Work?

The PFI process involves a meticulous approach carried out by skilled doctors and trained technicians. It initiates with the extraction of healthy hair follicles from the donor area, typically situated at the back of the scalp. PFI’s hallmark lies in its emphasis on precise implantation; using specialised tools, the doctor implants the follicles into the recipient area with exceptional precision, focusing on specific angles and depths.

This methodical and targeted approach ensures natural-looking results with minimal trauma to the scalp. By replicating the natural growth pattern, patients experience quicker healing times and reduced scarring compared to conventional methods.

Why PFI Stands Out :

1. Authentic Results: PFI’s emphasis on precise implantation ensures that the transplanted hair seamlessly aligns with the patient’s natural hair growth pattern, resulting in undetectable and authentic outcomes.
2. Minimised Trauma: PFI minimises trauma to the scalp by implementing a precise implantation technique, leading to faster recovery times and reduced discomfort for patients.
3. Tailored Implantation: The ability to control the angle, depth, and direction of hair follicle implantation allows for a more tailored and aesthetically pleasing outcome.
4. Enhanced Density: PFI enables doctors to achieve higher hair density in the recipient area, providing patients with fuller and more satisfying results.
5. Reduced Scarring: Through our PFI technique, we employ an extraction tool measuring less than 1mm in diameter to extract hair follicles individually from the donor site. This meticulous process ensures minimal visible scarring post procedure. Subsequently, these harvested follicles undergo preservation in a growth solution under constant temperature conditions, maximising their survival rates.
6. Expertise: At New Hair Clinic, a certified doctor oversees your entire hair transplant procedure. Utilising the PFI method, our medical experts exert precise control over the depth, direction, and angle of each transplanted hair follicle, ensuring our patients attain seamless and natural results.

Is PFI Suitable for Everyone?

As with any hair transplant technique, the suitability of PFI varies for each individual based on factors such as the extent of hair loss, donor hair availability, and overall health. Consulting with a qualified hair restoration doctor is crucial to determine the most appropriate technique for desired results.

The Advantages of New Hair Clinic’s PFI Method:

At NHC, our PFI (Precise Follicle Implantation) Hair Transplant Technique distinguishes us. It’s a refined, minimally invasive approach guaranteeing natural-looking outcomes with increased density and minimal noticeable scarring. This method prioritises the precise placement of each follicle, aspiring to achieve a density and appearance akin to nature. It’s akin to an exceptional team-up, uniting the best elements to rescue the day (or in this case, the hair).