Crown Restoration After Overharvesting – A Scandinavian Case at HDC Hair Clinic

At HDC Hair Clinic, we often encounter patients who have undergone previous procedures that left their donor areas compromised. This case highlights the importance of strategic planning and precision in hair restoration—especially when working with fine hair and previously over harvested donor zones.

Patient Background

Our patient, a 43-year-old man from Scandinavia, had previously undergone an FUE procedure in Stockholm. The surgery involved 3,500 grafts placed in the front and top areas. Unfortunately, the donor area had been harvested aggressively using large punches, resulting in visible depletion.

His goal was clear: restore the crown and enhance the density of the top area with a natural-looking result.

Challenges Faced

• Compromised Donor Area: Although it appeared healthy, the donor zone had limited availability due to prior over harvesting.
• Fine Hair Texture: The patient’s naturally thin blond hair made achieving full coverage more complex. At the end of the day coverage is defined not only by the number of grafts but by what is the average number of hairs per follicular unit, and the thickness of the hair itself.
• Previous FUE Procedure: Added difficulty in planning extraction without further damaging the donor site and achieving multiple hair grafts.

Our Approach

To overcome these challenges, our team at HDC Hair Clinic implemented a tailored strategy:

• Graft Count: We successfully harvested 3,333 grafts using the FUE technique.
• Punch Size: Small punches were used to minimize trauma and preserve the donor zone’s appearance.
• Distribution: Grafts were evenly placed across the crown and top thinning areas to ensure a balanced and natural result.
• Planning & Angulation: Careful design and placement helped blend the new grafts with existing hair.

Results

• Donor Zone: Maintained a uniform look with no visible signs of depletion.
• Crown Coverage: Achieved a natural appearance with a cyclical crown direction with improved density and coverage.
• Patient Satisfaction: The result met the patient’s expectations, restoring both hair and confidence.

Key Takeaway

A hair transplant is more than a medical procedure—it’s a reflection of your identity. Choosing an experienced clinic that understands your unique case is crucial. At HDC Hair Clinic, we believe there’s no room for error when it comes to your appearance.

Video post 12 months result:

Very nice repair work. It is great the doctor was able to harvest 3,333 grafts.
Does the patient take any hair loss meds?

Bigmac said:

Very nice repair work. It is great the doctor was able to harvest 3,333 grafts.
Does the patient take any hair loss meds?

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Thank you!
This patient not using any hairloss medications

Thanks for confirming.