FUE Technique in Turkey

The FUE Technique in Turkey is an abbreviation of the term “Follicular Unit Extraction.” The extraction technique, known as “FUE,” is one of the latest hair transplant techniques and has been the most used in recent years. This is because it is the easiest, least painful, and does not involve surgical intervention.

How is hair transplant using the FUE Technique done in Turkey?

• During the initial examination, the doctor begins by determining the density of the patient’s hair, the places where a hair transplant is required, and the necessary density of hair in those areas.
• We use the pen to draw lines of the recipient area (hairline). This varies from person to person to match the features of the face, and it is also done based on the patient’s recommendations.
• The next step is to determine the lines of the donor area.
• Using the painless anesthesia device, the doctor begins to apply anesthesia to the donor area.
• Now, the doctor begins to extract hair follicles from the donor area using a “micrograph motor.”
• The diameter of the device used ranges between (0.7 and 0.9 mm)
• The process of picking out the follicles must be perfect. The doctor must remove the follicles from well-spaced places with extreme precision to avoid leaving traces after recovery.
• The follicles are kept in a special liquid to avoid damage.
• The doctor begins to open the pores evenly and regularly in the recipient area.
• The number of opened pores equals the number of follicles extracted from the donor area.

The last step | FUE technique in Turkey

• The last stage begins by placing the previously extracted follicles into the pores.
• Hair grows in the bald area in two to four months, during which the patient can regularly notice positive results.
• After that, we start the phase of increasing hair density, which takes about 11 months after transplantation.

Who can undergo hair transplant with FUE technique?

• Hair transplant using the FUE technique suits everyone with hair loss or baldness, regardless of its cause.
• FUE is not limited to hair transplant; it is also used to transplant or increase the density of beard hair for men or solve the problem of mustache spaces.
• Women can transplant eyebrow hair.
• People with diabetes can undergo the operation, but only if the sugar levels are regular.
• All of the above cases must be over 18 years old.

Who can not undergo hair transplant with FUE technique?

• Patients with advanced diabetes.
• People with advanced heart disease.
• If you have any of the blood-borne diseases.
• People with severe kidney failure or liver disease.
• Severe anemia patients.
• If you have poor hair density in the donor area.
• Those who have skin diseases in the recipient area.

FUE Hair transplant steps 

Before FUE hair transplant 

• Tell your doctor if you have health problems or have taken certain medications during previous periods.
• Stop taking aspirin and blood thinners.
• At least a week before the operation, you must refrain from smoking and alcohol. It reduces blood flow through the scalp and affects hair growth.
• Do not overeat before the procedure.

After FUE hair transplant 

• After the procedure, you can return to work about 5 days after hair transplant procedure.
• Especially for people with demanding jobs, waiting 7 to 14 days is an ideal time to return.

Aftercare instructions 

Avoid sunlight

After hair transplant, the patient should avoid exposure to the sun for one to two months, as the scalp must be protected.

Exposure to the sun for long periods can cause significant damage, such as deep tissue damage.

Avoid sexual intercourse 

In general, sexual intercourse should be avoided during the recovery period, as it leads to sweating, which harms the transplanted area. It may move the follicles significantly during the first days after the operation.

The same is true for:

• Severe coughing or sneezing;
• Strenuous exercise.
• Swimming.

Avoid smoking and alcoholic beverages

Smoking prolongs the recovery period, as nicotine increases the stiffness of blood vessels and makes them narrow, which negatively affects the growth of new hair.

Before and After photos

Here are pictures of FUE hair transplant operations at Turk Aesthetic in Istanbul, Turkey.

Side effects

• During the first day, you may feel a temporary headache.
• You may feel temporary swelling in the forehead for a few days.
• There will be mild redness in the transplanted area and the donor area.
• Scabs may appear in some cases.
• All side effects are temporary and do not occur in most cases, but if anything unexpected happens, you should consult a doctor immediately.

The cost of FUE technique in Turkey Istanbul

Hair transplant using the FUE technique in Turkey requires extreme precision and modern equipment. Therefore, it is always recommended to choose a clinic or hospital with the best experience, safety, and sterilization.

The price of the procedure may increase slightly so that the factors ensuring the success of the process mentioned above can be gathered in one clinic.

FUE technique in Turkey is performed in Istanbul for an average of 1200 euros.

FAQ | FUE technique in Turkey Istanbul

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