Hair Transplant

Hair transplant in Turkey is a cosmetic procedure aimed at replacing Hair that has fallen out, causing baldness. This process can be used on men’s scalp, eyebrows, beards, mustaches, and women’s scalp and eyebrows. Hair transplant is a permanent solution to getting rid of self-confidence problems and the feeling of aging caused by hair loss. Those wishing to undergo hair transplant in Turkey must undergo a doctor’s examination to decide if the condition is suitable for transplantation and how many follicles can be transplanted depending on the donor area.

How is Hair Transplant In Turkey Istanbul Done

Hair is an appendage made up of non-living protein cells. Each person’s body has about 5 million hairs, of which about 100,000 are on the scalp alone.

Hair is of great importance in terms of its impact on the appearance and shape of a person, so it receives significant attention, especially from those who suffer from problems such as hair loss or baldness, where chronic hair loss or baldness in its advanced stages affects the person’s mentality and causes him constant embarrassment in his surrounding environment.

Hair transplant in Turkey involves several steps. The most important steps include extracting hair follicles from the donor area, creating tiny pores in the areas that will be transplanted, usually completely bald or partially hairless, and finally implanting the extracted hair follicles into the opened pores. We will discuss these stages in more detail in the following sections.

Video of Hair Transplant In Turkey Istanbul

A video explaining hair transplant in Turkey process in detail

Who is eligible for Hair Transplant In Turkey Istanbul

Hair transplant in Turkey can be performed for everyone who suffers from hair loss and baldness, and the procedure is not limited to the head. Still, hair transplantation can be performed to replace the spaces in a man’s face so that he can gain a thicker beard and also in case the mustache is incomplete. All women who suffer from eyebrow loss can also have eyebrow transplantation. All the groups mentioned above have to be over the age of 18. Also, the body must be healthy and free from chronic diseases, and the operation can be performed for those who have diabetes in a controlled and regular manner.

Who is not eligible for Hair Transplant in Turkey?

• Advanced diabetic patients.
• Those with advanced heart disease.
• Individuals with blood-borne diseases.
• Those suffering from severe kidney or liver failure.
• People with low hair density in the donor area.
• Those with skin diseases in the transplant area.
• Individuals with blood clotting disorders.
• Those suffering from severe anemia.

Who performs Hair Transplant In Turkey Istanbul

Hair transplant in Turkey can be performed by a dermatologist or under the direct supervision of a specialist in this field. Therefore, individuals interested in hair transplantation should seek trustworthy and highly reputable clinics to achieve their desired results. Additionally, it is essential to ensure that the hospital environment where the procedure will be carried out is fully sterile.

Hair Loss Causes 

Hair loss and baldness have many causes, the most important of which are:

• Genetic factor.
• Mental factors and disorders.
• The effect of the daily used chemicals, such as gels and creams, in addition to the effect of hair straighteners and dryers.
• The most important and most common effect is dandruff.
• Chronic diseases or hormonal disorders, where you must go to a specialist doctor urgently.
• Anemia and malnutrition.
• Some chemicals used in hair styling or straightening may cause permanent damage to the Hair and scalp and lead to hair loss.
• Hormonal changes, body fatigue, and stress during pregnancy and after childbirth may cause temporary hair loss in women.

Donor Area

The donor area is the back part of the head that contains healthy hair follicles, which are later transferred to the area where hair transplantation is needed. This area is characterized by its resistance to genetic factors and male hormones that cause hair loss. The Hair in this region rarely falls out, making it an ideal source for transplantation. When hair follicles are moved from donor area to another for transplantation, they continue to grow naturally and permanently as they retain their resistance to common factors that typically cause hair loss.

Types of Anesthesia used in Hair Transplant In Turkey Istanbul

Local Anesthesia

One option for anesthesia during a hair transplant in Turkey is injecting the upper layer of the skin of the head after shaving and sterilizing the injection site. The patient feels some pain during the injection procedure, but the pain subsides within a short period, not exceeding 10 minutes.

After the anesthesia has taken effect completely, the person can relax and wait until the whole process is completed without feeling the slightest pain.

Temporary Anesthesia

The second option for anesthesia during a hair transplant is similar to the first method, local anesthesia, but it is preceded by administering anesthesia intravenously. This causes the person to sleep for a short duration, approximately 15 minutes, to avoid pain during the scalp injection.

Upon waking (after 15 minutes), the anesthesia has fully taken effect, and the person does not feel anything, including the initial local anesthetic injection in the scalp. In this case, the individual must fast for 8 hours before the procedure to prevent any discomfort in the stomach upon waking from the brief anesthesia.

Hair Transplant Process Steps In Turkey Istanbul

The hair transplant in Turkey goes through many steps, which we will explain in detail.

Before the Procedure

Each person must share initial photos of the scalp (where the procedure will be performed) with the hair transplant clinic. These photos should be taken from various angles, including a picture of the front of the scalp, a side view from the right and left sides, and a picture of the donor area (the back of the head). It is recommended that the Hair be short to allow for a more accurate assessment of the number of follicles that need to be extracted.

During the Procedure

In the process of hair transplant in Turkey, this stage is divided into several stages, which are:

Total Time: 7 hours

Initial Examination

After the first visit to the doctor, an agreement is made on the number of follicles to be transplanted. Following this, a medical file is created for the patient, containing answers to essential questions, including:

-The person’s health condition.
-Name.
-Age.
-Previous surgeries (if any).
-Presence of any chronic illness.
-Any medications being taken.
-Allergies to specific medicines.
-Alcohol and smoking habits.

Blood Test

Blood is taken from the patient and analyzed to ensure that there are no diseases or symptoms that may prevent hair transplant in Turkey and that there are no infectious diseases.

Shaving

The patient enters the well-maintained and completely sterile hair transplantation room. In the first step, according to each case, the Hair is shaved from the entire head or only from the donor area.

Anesthesia

The scalp is sterilized well in preparation for applying local anesthesia, which is done by soft injections under the skin that do not cause much pain. Temporary anesthesia can also be used to avoid any pain.

Follicle Extraction Stage

The donor areas are determined for each case separately. The most common areas for extracting the follicles are the area behind the head, the chest area, and the bottom of the beard. The donor area at the back of the head is used in most cases.
The follicles are extracted using a special device called a micromotor and kept in a special liquid until the hair transplantation phase begins, which takes about one hour.

Hairline Drawing

The front hairline is drawn based on facial features, expressions, and age, ensuring it harmonizes with the existing Hair on the sides. It’s designed to look as natural as possible so that it is not noticed that the person has performed the hair transplant in Turkey.

Opening Pores

After the extraction and hairline drawing, the doctor opens the pores in the bald areas using specialized, very thin medical tools ranging from 1 mm to 1.3 mm. The direction and angle are carefully calculated to fit the next phase, which takes about one hour.

Hair Implantation

The extracted follicles are implanted one by one into the prepared pores until the entire predetermined area is covered. This step takes about 2-3 hours.

Donor Area Bandaging 

This is the final step in the hair transplant procedure. The doctor bandages the donor area at the back of the head to prevent skin infections and complications. This bandage also helps the patient sleep comfortably on their back. After this step, the patient can leave, and the post-procedure phase begins, with the bandage removed the following day.

Estimated Cost: 1200 Euro

After the procedure

After hair transplant is completed, cleaning is done. The blood taken is centrifuged, and plasma (PRP – Platelet Rich Plasma) is applied to the entire area using a syringe. The medications the patient will need to use are provided in a set (painkillers, antibiotics, blood thinners, and anti-swelling medicines), with instructions explaining the usage. A set of vitamins, shampoo, and foam to be used for a year is given as a gift. The patient will start seeing results 3 months after the procedure and reach the final results after 12 months. It’s important to note that the hair that grows between the first day and the second month will fall out, but it will regrow starting from the third month.

Before and After Hair Transplantation in Turkey Istanbul

Here are some pictures of hair transplant cases in Turkey in our Turk Aesthetic clinic in Istanbul.

Hair Wash after Hair Transplant in Turkey

The day after the procedure, typically 24-48 hours later, a special cream is applied to soften the transplanted area before starting the washing process. You must wait 15-30 minutes for this cream or lotion to prepare the transplanted area for washing, which also helps remove scabs. The hair is washed with lukewarm water only. After washing, drying is done using soft tissues, avoiding towels or hair dryers (blow dryers). It is best to allow the scalp to dry naturally to protect the newly transplanted hair follicles.

Note: The washing process should continue in the same way as done in the clinic for 12 days. During this time, scabs may appear in the transplanted area, which can be gently removed in one direction (from back to front) during the shower. Chemical-free products should be used and replaced with natural alternatives. Below is a video demonstrating how to wash hair after the transplantation.

Hair Transplant Techniques In Turkey Istanbul

Several methods and techniques are used in hair transplants in Turkey, particularly in the various countries that perform hair transplant operations. At Turk Aesthetic, we will mention the most important and most famous techniques used in hair transplant in Turkey:

FUT technique

FUT technique involves taking a strip of scalp from the back of the head, which contains hair follicles. The chosen area is behind the head, between the ears, as it has an excess number of follicles, each containing two or three hairs. These follicles have genetic characteristics that make them resistant to hair loss or hormonal changes. The follicles are then separated and implanted into the balding area. However, this technique is no longer widely used due to its high waste rate and permanent horizontal scar in the donor area.

FUE technique

FUE is the most recent and successful method in hair transplant procedures. It allows for the extraction of many follicles in a single day.

What sets FUE apart from other techniques is how the grafts or follicles are extracted. Each follicle is individually extracted using a particular device called a micromotor, and the grafts are then placed in a special liquid on ice to keep them viable for as long as possible. This minimizes wastage to less than 1%. People can also strengthen their transplanted hair by receiving periodic PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) injections.

BHT technique

This innovative technique is used when the donor area has insufficient hair density, making it difficult to extract enough follicles to cover the bald areas. This technique allows the body hair, from the chest or under the chin, to be transplanted in areas that need more hair density.

Hair specialists recommend implanting these body hair follicles at the crown or mid-scalp areas and blending them with the existing hair follicles to achieve a natural-looking result. However, BHT technique may not be suitable for all hair thinning or baldness cases, so it is recommended to consult specialists about potential donor areas and the target areas for hair transplantation.

DHI technique

The difference between DHI and FUE lies in the way the follicles are transplanted. In FUE, the extraction process still uses the micromotor device.

In previous methods, tiny pores were made in the scalp before placing the follicles. In contrast, the DHI technique allows for the direct implantation of follicles using a special pen known as the Choi Hair Pen.

The Choi Pen is a fine-tipped instrument resembling a needle. It is an advanced tool used for hair transplantation. The Choi Pen enables the direct implantation of follicles without needing pore openings, resulting in faster recovery and no scarring.

The DHI hair transplant cost is higher than other techniques due to the use of personal pens for each patient, disposed of after the procedure, and the additional effort and precision required.

Hair specialists opt for the DHI technique when high-density transplants are needed in specific areas rather than covering large bald areas. Due to the time and effort involved in the procedure, the maximum number of follicles that can be transplanted using DHI is 4000 – 5000.

Perkutan technique

This technique is ideal for scalp, beard, or eyebrow transplants and differs from FUE in how pores are opened. It uses a fine, sharp needle (approximately 0.5 mm in diameter) to create tiny pores. These micro-holes provide natural-looking, high-density results, with up to 50 follicles implanted per 1 cm². The Perkutan technique requires significant expertise and precision, as it involves determining the direction of hair growth and density distribution by creating precise pores.

Sapphire technique

The sapphire technique is similar to the FUE method except for one detail: the pores are opened using a sapphire blade, allowing smoother cuts.

Hair Transplant For Women In Turkey Istanbul

Women, like men, undergo hair transplant procedures to restore lost hair. However, shaving the head can be more embarrassing for women compared to men, who typically have no issue with complete head shaving.

In Istanbul, Turkey, women can have hair transplant surgery without shaving their entire head using the No-cut FUE technique.

The procedure takes about 7 hours and consists of several steps:

• Shaving a rectangular section in the donor area in the back of the head between the ears.
• Cleaning and disinfecting the donor area.
• Locally anesthetizing the donor area with special scalp injections.
• Extracting hair follicles using the micromotor FUE technique, with a fine extraction tip ranging from 0.6 mm to 0.9 mm in diameter.
• Collecting and counting all extracted follicles to determine the number to be transplanted.
• Redrawing the hairline if needed and identifying the weak or bald areas for transplanting.
• Applying local anesthesia to the recipient area and preparing it for the next phase.
• Opening tiny pores in the target area for the grafts.
• Manually implanting each follicle using medical tweezers.
• Applying a medical bandage to the donor area at the back of the head.

Planning is the most important aspect before starting hair transplant for women in Istanbul, Turkey.

During your hair restoration journey, you will be consulted by an experienced member of our hair transplant team. He will explain the expected results, temporary side effects, and the stages of hair growth to ensure you are fully informed and can make the best decision for yourself.

Hair Transplant in Turkey for Alopecia Areata

Alopecia is a skin problem that affects some scalp areas and causes random hair loss. At first, it is preferable to treat the disease with a dermatologist. After complete recovery, a person can perform hair transplantation in areas where the hair has not recovered naturally.

Hair Transplant in Turkey for Diabetics

Hair transplants in Turkey for diabetic patients, the blood sugar level is required to be as low as 200 for both types, whether insulin users or those who use pills only. Before the procedure, it is essential to consider the HbA1c test, which shows the average blood sugar level over the past three months. Based on the result, the procedure may proceed or be postponed to regulate blood sugar levels better.

Aftercare instructions for hair transplant in Turkey Istanbul

Here are some points to be taken into consideration after hair transplant in Turkey:

• Sleep on the back for a week.
• Avoid sun exposure for a week.
• Do not use razors for six months.
• Avoid environments such as saunas and solariums for one month.
• Refrain from heavy sports for two months and light sports for one month.
• Be careful not to injure the areas where grafts were implanted.
• Avoid scratching the scalp for one month.
• After the twelfth day, clean the scabs gently without damaging the area.
• Take prescribed medications regularly and on time.
• Wash your hair daily for 12 days, following the instructions in the provided video.

Smoking after transplant

Smoking negatively affects hair and the scalp, especially for those who have undergone surgery. Hair follicles remain delicate and need proper blood flow for nourishment. After a hair transplant, rest and avoid polluted air and smoking to ensure healthy hair growth and the stability of newly transplanted follicles. Smoking can damage and kill the transplanted hair follicles.

Sports After Hair Transplant in Turkey

Exercising immediately after a hair transplant is a common mistake. Additionally, following a strict diet or weight loss plan that cuts nutrients can harm newly transplanted follicles. These follicles need proper nutrition for at least three months. Avoid intense diets and rigorous exercise to achieve good results, as intense physical activity can cause the immune system to reject the transplanted follicles, treating them as foreign objects.

Pain During and After Hair Transplant

Pain associated with a hair transplant in Turkey is mild. It mainly occurs during the local anesthesia process, which lasts only about two minutes for both the donor and recipient areas. Local anesthesia is applied once the hair is shaved and the areas are identified. Any post-operative pain usually occurs after the anesthesia wears off on the first night. The doctor will prescribe painkillers and anti-inflammatory medications to prevent complications, and this is a common and normal experience that should not cause concern.

Hair Transplant Advantages and Disadvantages

Hair Transplant Pros 

Hair transplantation in Turkey is a permanent solution for hair loss and baldness. It increases hair density and replaces lost hair. The procedure is simple, lasting about seven hours, and provides lifelong results, boosting the patient’s confidence.

Hair Transplant Cons

One of the main drawbacks of hair transplantation is that results take time to appear, usually between 6 and 12 months.
Patients must follow instructions closely, like any surgery, to achieve the desired results.

Hair transplant in Turkey side Effects 

• Temporary swelling on the forehead lasting a few days.
• Mild headache on the first day.
• Scabbing.
• Mild redness.
• The anesthesia is excreted through urine and sweat.

These side effects are typical and should disappear within 7-10 days. If you experience any unexpected issues, consult a doctor.

Unsuccessful Hair Transplant

Hair transplant surgery in Turkey has a very high success rate compared to other cosmetic procedures, but there can occasionally be partial or complete failures. Essential factors to consider include:

• Blood circulation issues due to a lack of expertise or a pre-existing condition in the patient can lead to necrosis.
• Not following post-operative instructions, leading to less-than-expected density.
• Weak donor areas.
• Improper post-operative hair washing.

Hair Transplant in Turkey Istanbul

Turkey-Istanbul is one of the most preferred places for those who want to have hair transplant surgery in Turkey. As a metropolitan city, Istanbul is one of the most preferred cities thanks to cutting-edge technology, the latest devices and methods, and successful doctors. Many people at home and abroad favor it, as Turkey follows technology closely and incorporates the latest innovations. Compared to other countries, it is a significantly developed and specialized country.

Turkey is a leading country in the field of medical tourism in general, as many people make daily trips to Turkey, especially to Istanbul, for tourism or recreational purposes, as well as the reason for preferring plastic and cosmetic surgery.

Hair Transplant Cost in Turkey Istanbul

Hair transplantation costs vary from city to city and even between clinics. You can achieve the desired results by choosing a good doctor, a sterile environment, and a reliable team, which should be preferred here. Although the method of anesthesia used varies according to the technique used and the donor area density, the average price in Turk Aesthetic using the FUE technique is 1200 Euro, and using the DHI technique is 1200 Euro.

Turk Aesthetic Packages in Turkey Istanbul

At Turk Aesthetic, we offer the best services to our patients for a comfortable and preferred hair transplant experience in Turkey. You can request a complete treatment package, including:

• Airport transfers.
• Post-transplant medication kit.
• Translator services.
• Hotel accommodation.
• Transportation between the hotel and the hospital.

Best Hair Transplant Clinic in Turkey Istanbul

At Turk Aesthetic, we are committed to staying at the forefront of technological advancements in the industry while ensuring the comfort of our clients by providing services in the best Turkish hospitals.

FAQ – Hair transplant in Turkey

Finally, you can contact the technical support team directly to request information and prices from Turk Aesthetic about Hair transplants in Turkey.