Grafts outside the body for around 15 minutes.
Continuous immediate implantation means each graft goes back into the scalp shortly after extraction, instead of waiting up to three to four hours. This is designed to support graft survival.
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Robotic DHI Hair Transplant with CII
Your grafts spend around 15 minutes outside the body, instead of the three to four hours common in conventional procedures.
Consult at our Birmingham branch. Your procedure takes place at Este Surgery, our CQC-registered clinic in Edgbaston, Birmingham.
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Robotic CII Protocol to Keep Hair Grafts Outside the Body for just 10-15 Minutes
Once a hair graft is removed from your scalp, it’s cut off from its blood supply until it’s implanted again. In a conventional hair transplant, grafts are usually extracted in one large batch, stored, then implanted in a second stage. This means some grafts can wait outside the body for three to four hours.
Continuous immediate implantation (CII) works differently. Each graft is extracted, cleaned and implanted in a continuous cycle using robotic DHI, so it spends roughly 10 to 15 minutes outside the body. Less time out of the body means less stress on each graft, which is designed to support graft survival and give every follicle the best chance of growing.
| Conventional sequential procedure | Robotic DHI with CII | |
|---|---|---|
| Extraction and implantation | Two separate stages | One continuous cycle |
| Typical time grafts spend outside the body | Up to 3-4 hours | Around 10-15 minutes |
| Implantation | Manual, by hand | Surgeon-led, with robotic assistance for depth, angle and placement |
| Donor area | Varies by technique | Minimally invasive micro-punch extraction |
Timings describe the Este protocol; outcomes and recovery vary by person.
Robotic Hair Transplant at Este Medical – a UK First in Hair Restoration Technology
This isn’t just a step forward in hair transplant methods — it’s a giant leap. Our Robotic Hair Transplant system combines artificial intelligence with precision robotics to deliver natural, long-lasting results with minimal downtime.
At Este Medical Group, we’re proud to be the first clinic in the UK to offer Robotic Hair Transplants in a dedicated clinic setting — bringing you the most advanced hair restoration technology, right here in a comfortable, professional environment.
Looking for general hair transplant information, costs and UK clinic locations? Visit our main Hair Transplant UK page.
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How your treatment works
1. Consultation in Birmingham:
Meet our team at our Birmingham branch. We assess your hair loss, explain the risks and alternatives, and confirm whether robotic DHI suits you.
2. Your procedure in Birmingham:
Your transplant is performed at Este Surgery, 7-9 Portland Road, Edgbaston, B16 9HN. This is our CQC-registered surgical clinic, operated by Este Medical Group (Cosmetic Surgery) Ltd, and your treatment is carried out by GMC-registered surgeons.
3. Aftercare at your local branch:
After your procedure, your follow-up appointments take place at your Este Birmingham branch, so you’re looked after close to home while your new hair grows.
What are the Benefits of a Robotic Hair Transplant Procedure?
Surgeon-led, with robotic precision.
Your surgeon extracts and implants every graft. The robotic system supports consistent depth, angle and placement during implantation.
Gentle on the donor area.
A minimally invasive micro-punch technique is designed to support healing in the donor area.
Natural-looking results.
Careful placement of each graft helps create a hairline that suits your face and hair pattern.
Local consultation and aftercare, one specialist clinic.
Your consultation and follow-up appointments take place at our Birmingham branch, and your procedure is carried out at Este Surgery, our CQC-registered clinic in Edgbaston, Birmingham.
GMC-registered surgeons.
Every procedure is performed by surgeons registered with the General Medical Council.
GMC-Registered Hair Transplant Surgeons at Este Medical Group
Hair Transplant SurgeonDr. Ileana Lizzeth Jimenez Andrade
GMC Number: 7764470
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Hair Transplant SurgeonDr. Ilknur Nihal Ardic
GMC Number: 7996656
Check GMC registration ↗What is a Robotic Hair Transplant?
A robotic hair transplant is an innovative hair restoration technique that combines advanced technology with expert surgical skills. Using a state-of-the-art robotic system, the procedure uses the DHI method, which allows for the precise extraction and implantation of hair follicles.
With robotic DHI, your surgeon extracts and implants every graft. The robotic system doesn’t perform the procedure. It assists your surgeon during implantation, supporting consistent depth, angle and placement, so grafts can go straight back into the scalp as part of the continuous CII cycle.
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FAQ’s
Does a robotic hair transplant work?
Robotic DHI is a hair transplant technique, so it moves healthy follicles from a donor area to thinning areas, where they continue to grow. Results vary from person to person. Your surgeon will give you a realistic expectation at consultation, based on your hair loss and donor supply.
Robotic hair transplant VS FUE: what is the difference?
In traditional FUE, hair follicles are manually extracted and implanted by the clinician, with all placement controlled by hand. With robotic DHI, the clinician still extracts and implants every graft. The robotic system does not perform the procedure. Instead, it assists the clinician by supporting consistent depth, angle, and placement during implantation. This added precision helps reduce scalp trauma, improve graft consistency, and support faster recovery.
Does the robot carry out the surgery?
No. Your surgeon performs every stage. The robotic system supports the precision of implantation and doesn’t replace your surgeon’s judgement.
Is a robotic hair transplant safe?
Like any surgical procedure, a robotic hair transplant carries risks, including swelling, infection, scarring and grafts that don’t take. Your surgeon will explain these fully before you decide. All procedures take place at our CQC-registered clinic in Birmingham.
What is CII?
CII stands for continuous immediate implantation. Instead of extracting all the grafts first and implanting them later, each graft is implanted shortly after it’s extracted. This keeps the time grafts spend outside the body to around 10 to 15 minutes.
Why does the time grafts spend outside the body matter?
Grafts outside the body have no blood supply. The shorter that period, the less stress the follicle is under before it’s back in the scalp. CII is designed to keep this time as short as possible to support graft survival.
How do I know if a robotic hair transplant is right for me?
The best way to determine if a robotic hair transplant procedure is suitable for you is to book a consultation with our specialists. During the consultation, we will evaluate your hair loss, discuss your goals, and provide personalised recommendations based on your unique needs and circumstances.
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Our Birmingham team can answer your questions, arrange consultations and explain treatment and aftercare.
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Robotic DHI procedures take place only at Este Surgery, 7–9 Portland Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham B16 9HN, our CQC-registered surgical clinic.
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