Dense Packing

The document discussed the technique of dense packing in hair transplantation, emphasizing the goal of achieving a natural and full look, particularly in smaller areas of hair loss with low risk of further loss and high hair/skin color contrast. It highlighted the importance of thorough preoperative planning, including assessing hair type, donor hair density, and patient expectations. Dense packing is typically performed in the frontal scalp, requiring patient comfort and operator ergonomics. The procedure involves a large number of grafts, necessitating a skilled team to ensure graft quality and hydration. Potential complications include graft popping, recipient site bleeding, and decreased graft survival, which can lead to lower than expected hair density postoperatively.