Hair Transplant & Restoration
FUE & DHI techniques. Turkey is the global leader.
Expected results
Hair transplant via FUE or DHI techniques typically achieves a graft survival rate between 95% and 98% in healthy candidates. Visible new growth begins around 3 months after surgery, with full results appearing at approximately 12 months. A natural-looking hairline is designed based on facial proportions and individual preference. Individual results vary based on donor density, scalp condition, and aftercare adherence.
What’s included
- ✓Pre-operative consultation and scalp analysis
- ✓Surgery performed under local anesthesia by a licensed surgeon
- ✓All required medications during the procedure
- ✓1-night hotel accommodation
- ✓Airport-to-clinic and return transfers
- ✓Post-operative wash and first-day follow-up
- ✓6-month and 12-month progress reviews (in person or video)
- ✓Aftercare kit (medicated shampoo, lotion, headband)
Not included
- —International flights
- —Additional hotel nights beyond the package
- —Personal expenses (meals, sightseeing, additional transport)
- —Translator services (available separately if needed)
- —Optional PRP or supplementary treatments
Recovery timeline
- Day 0Procedure
Pre-op blood test and consultation in the morning. Procedure performed under local anesthesia, typically 6-8 hours. Same-day discharge with detailed aftercare instructions.
- Day 1First wash
Return to clinic for first medicated wash under supervision. Minor forehead swelling is normal.
- Day 3Swelling subsides
Most swelling resolves. Continue daily home wash routine. Avoid touching grafts.
- Day 10Crusts fall
Scabs around transplanted grafts naturally shed. Donor area fully healed. Transplanted hair may begin to shed (shock loss) — this is normal.
- Month 3First regrowth
New hairs begin to emerge in the transplanted area. Density still very thin at this stage.
- Month 6Visible density
Approximately 50-70% of final density visible. Texture and direction develop.
- Month 12Final result
Full density achieved (typically 95-98% of transplanted grafts survive). Hairline is natural, fully matured, indistinguishable from native hair.
Why Turkey for Hair Transplant & Restoration?
Save up to 70% vs Western Europe
✓ Strengths
- ·Ministry-licensed facilities
- ·International patient experience
- ·Short waiting times
Risks & considerations
- ·Temporary swelling of forehead and scalp (1-3 days, common)
- ·Mild discomfort or tightness during the first 48 hours
- ·Numbness in donor or recipient areas (typically resolves within weeks)
- ·Shock loss of transplanted hair (3-6 weeks; transplanted hair regrows)
- ·Folliculitis (minor inflammation, treatable with antibiotics)
- ·Infection (rare, less than 1% in licensed clinics)
- ·Unsatisfactory results requiring a touch-up procedure (occasional)
- ·Scarring at the donor site (minimal with FUE; varies with technique)
Discuss specific risks with your surgeon during consultation.
Frequently asked questions
▸Is hair transplant painful?
Local anesthesia is administered before the procedure, so you should not feel pain during surgery. Mild discomfort or tightness is common in the first 48 hours and is easily managed with prescribed analgesics. Most patients report less pain than expected.
▸When can I return to work?
Desk-based work: 3-5 days. Physical labor or jobs involving hard hats: minimum 14 days. Visible scabs are typically gone by day 10, but the transplanted area should not be exposed to direct sunlight or sweat for 3-4 weeks.
▸Will the result look natural?
Modern FUE and DHI techniques produce highly natural results when performed by experienced surgeons. The hairline is designed based on your facial structure and natural hair direction. Most patients report that even hairdressers cannot detect the transplant.
▸How long do the results last?
Transplanted follicles are taken from the donor area at the back of the scalp, which is genetically resistant to balding. These transplanted hairs continue to grow lifelong. However, native (non-transplanted) hair may continue to thin, so some patients consider future touch-up procedures.
▸What is the difference between FUE and DHI?
FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) and DHI (Direct Hair Implantation) are both modern transplant techniques. DHI uses a specialized implanter pen for greater density and shorter recovery. FUE is more common and slightly more affordable. Your surgeon recommends the technique based on your donor area, desired density, and budget.
▸Am I a candidate?
Most adults with stable hair loss and a healthy donor area are candidates. Ideal candidates are typically aged 25-65 with sufficient donor density. A free online consultation with photos can determine candidacy. Active scalp infection, uncontrolled diabetes, or autoimmune conditions may delay or contraindicate surgery.