African American Hair Transplant
African American Hair Transplant: Case Study
Patient Snapshot
- Baseline Classification: AlviArmani Pattern 3, Class 4/5
- Procedure: 3,952 graft Maximus FUE™ across Zones 1, 2, and 3
- Technique: Vitruvian FUE Hair Transplant
- Clinic: AlviArmani Beverly Hills
- Learn More: FUE Overview • African American Hair Transplant • Consultation
Visual Results
Above: Before and after across multiple angles. 3,952 grafts restored the frontal hairline, mid-scalp, and density through Zones 1–3.
Technique Considerations
- Maximus Session: Large graft counts in a single sitting to comprehensively address Zones 1–3.
- Curl-Aware Planning: Adjusted harvest and incision vectors to respect curved follicle paths in African-descent hair.
- Zone Coverage: High-density focus in Zone 1, blended into frontal and mid-scalp for seamless flow.
- Donor Management: Balanced extraction to preserve donor aesthetics for long-term planning.
Natural Density & Hair Diameter by Ethnicity
| Ethnicity | Natural Density Range (FU/cm²) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Caucasian | 90–100 | Highest natural density |
| Middle Eastern / Mediterranean | 80–90 | Thicker shafts, often darker hair |
| South Asian | 60–80 | Medium shaft thickness, moderate density |
| African Descent | 50–70 | Lower measured density, but curl pattern creates strong coverage |
| Ethnicity | Average Hair Shaft Diameter |
|---|---|
| Caucasian | 60–70 µm |
| Middle Eastern | 70–90 µm |
| South Asian | 70–80 µm |
| African Descent | 80–100+ µm (elliptical shape, high volume effect) |
Note: Curlier, thicker hair provides visual fullness at lower graft densities.
AlviArmani Density Goals (Maximus Session Reference)
| Zone | Target FU/cm² | Avg Zone Size (cm²) | Grafts Needed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 (Hairline) | 50–70 | ~30 | 1,500–2,100 |
| Zone 2 (Frontal) | 45–60 | ~40 | 1,800–2,400 |
| Zone 3 (Mid-Scalp) | 40–50 | ~50 | 2,000–2,500 |
| Zone 4 (Crown) | 35–45 | ~60 | 2,100–2,700 |
Results Summary
With a 3,952 graft Maximus FUE™ session, the hairline, frontal, and mid-scalp were comprehensively restored. The patient’s curl pattern and hair caliber provided strong coverage and natural density, achieving facial balance while preserving donor for the future.
Understanding Hair Loss Classification
This patient was classified as Pattern 3, Class 4/5. We use the AlviArmani Hair Loss Scale and Norwood system to set graft targets and plan future-safe density.
Above: AlviArmani Hair Loss Scale for classification and surgical planning.
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