Hair transplant in Turkey: natural, long-lasting hair
FUE and DHI techniques, number of grafts, procedure, aftercare, results and price: everything you need to know before a hair transplant in Turkey.
What is a hair transplant in Turkey?
Receding temples, a thinning crown, a hairline moving back: hair loss affects most men with age. Turkey has become the world’s leading destination for hair transplants.
A hair transplant in Turkey involves taking hair from the back of the head, an area that does not go bald, then reimplanting it one by one in the thinning areas, using the FUE or DHI technique. The procedure lasts 6 to 8 hours under local anesthesia, in a single day, with no hospital stay. Depending on the extent of hair loss, 2,000 to 4,500 grafts are implanted. The stay usually lasts 3 days. The transplanted hair falls out and then grows back: the final result can be seen after 12 months. With TurquieMed, the hair transplant package starts from €1,600, hotel and transfers included.
TurquieMed organizes your stay: forwarding your file to the surgeon, opinion and detailed quote within 48 hours, airport pick-up, transfers, hotel, interpreter and 7-day-a-week assistance.
To choose well, the key point is knowing who performs the procedure: the doctor should draw the hairline and carry out the key steps personally, not leave everything to assistants.
- Duration
- 6 to 8 hours, in 1 day
- Anesthesia
- Local
- Stay
- Usually 3 days
- Final result
- After 12 months
How much does a hair transplant cost in Turkey?
In Turkey, a hair transplant usually costs €1,600 to €6,000 depending on the technique and number of grafts, often about 3 times less than in Western Europe or North America. As a guide:
| Technique | Indicative price in Turkey |
|---|---|
| FUE hair transplant | €1,600 to €3,500 |
| DHI hair transplant | €2,200 to €4,500 |
| Sapphire FUE hair transplant | €2,000 to €4,500 |
| FUT hair transplant (strip method) | €1,500 to €3,000 |
| Hybrid transplant (FUE and DHI) | €2,500 to €4,500 |
| Robot-assisted transplant | €3,000 to €6,000 |
| Afro hair transplant | €2,800 to €5,000 |
| Unshaven transplant (U-FUE) | €2,500 to €4,500 |
Hair transplant package
- VIP airport transfer
- 2 nights in a 4* hotel (breakfast)
- Hotel / clinic transfers
- Consultation with the doctor
- Laboratory tests
- The transplant procedure
- Medication at the clinic
- PRP treatment
- Shampoo and lotion for aftercare
- Medical check-up
- Interpreter at the clinic
- TurquieMed assistance 7 days a week
Package price
from €1,600
Indicative, non-contractual price. The final price is set in a personalized quote, after your medical file has been reviewed, and may be higher. Flight and any additional care or tests not included, unless stated on your quote.
Be wary of “unlimited grafts” offers: the number of grafts depends on your donor area, not on a sales promise. Your free quote, prepared after reviewing photos of your scalp, specifies the technique and number of grafts planned.
Why have a hair transplant in Turkey?
Turkey has become the world reference for hair transplants, thanks to teams who perform this procedure every day. You still need to choose a clinic where the doctor remains at the heart of the procedure.
- Daily experience of hair transplants. Specialized teams perform FUE, DHI and sapphire FUE every day, giving them great mastery of extraction and implantation.
- A hairline drawn by the doctor. Drawing the hairline, adapted to your age and face, is the step that makes a natural result.
- An honest assessment of the donor area. The number of grafts is set according to the density at the back of the head, to preserve a lasting result.
- Aftercare included. First wash at the clinic, PRP treatment, suitable shampoo and lotion are usually included in the package.
- A stay of just 3 days. Arrival and procedure on the first day, check-up and wash the next day, return on the third day.
Who is a hair transplant for?
- stabilized hair loss, usually after 25;
- a sufficiently dense donor area at the back and sides of the head;
- men with hair loss at the temples, crown or hairline;
- some women, depending on the type of hair loss, after an assessment;
- the beard, moustache and eyebrows, which can also be transplanted.
Before 25, hair loss is still progressing: a transplant done too early may give a result that does not follow natural hair loss. Medical treatment (minoxidil, or finasteride on medical advice) may be recommended to protect the remaining hair.
FUE, sapphire or DHI: which technique to choose?
| Technique | Principle | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|
| FUE | Grafts are extracted one by one, then implanted into small incisions | The standard technique, for most types of hair loss |
| Sapphire FUE | Incisions are made with a finer sapphire blade | Slightly faster healing, high density |
| DHI | Grafts are implanted with a pen (Choi), without prior incisions | Densification without shaving, precise hairline |
All three techniques give good results in experienced hands. The choice depends on the area to be treated, the density you want and whether or not you wish to shave your head.
How does your hair transplant in Turkey work, step by step?
- You send photos of your scalp. You receive an estimate of the number of grafts and a quote.
- Day 1: arrival, consultation and hairline design, blood test, then the procedure during the day.
- Day 2: check-up and first wash at the clinic, with explanations for aftercare.
- Day 3: return, with your aftercare kit and instructions.
After the transplant
Small scabs form and fall off within 10 to 14 days. Sleep with your head raised for a few nights, do not wear a tight helmet for 2 weeks, and avoid direct sun, swimming pools and intense sport for 1 month. Between 2 and 8 weeks, the transplanted hair falls out: this is normal, the root stays in place. It grows back from the 3rd month, and the final result can be seen after 12 months.
What are the risks of a hair transplant?
A hair transplant is a well-tolerated procedure, under local anesthesia. Side effects are usually mild and temporary.
| Possible effect | Frequency | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Forehead swelling, scabs, redness | Very common | Disappear within 1 to 2 weeks |
| Temporary shedding of transplanted and nearby hair | Common | Normal, it grows back from the 3rd month |
| Small scars at the back of the head | Always present but discreet | Invisible with hair a few millimeters long |
| Folliculitis (small spots), insufficient density | Uncommon | Easily treated; a second session is possible |
How to choose your clinic and quote?
A low price is not enough. Ask the hospital these questions before committing:
- Is the hospital authorized by the Turkish Ministry of Health to treat international patients?
- Who will perform the procedure, and how experienced are they with this technique?
- Does the doctor personally draw the hairline and make the incisions, or is everything done by assistants?
- How many grafts are planned, and why this number for your donor area?
- Who takes care of a complication, on site and after your return home?
- What medical follow-up is planned, and with whom?
What a good quote should specify
- The name of the hospital and the doctor
- The tests, anesthesia, hospital stay and medication included
- The number of nights in hospital and at the hotel, and the transfers
- What happens in case of complication or cancellation
- The follow-up offered after your return
Also budget for your flight and follow-up consultations. Planned treatment in Turkey is usually not covered by public health insurance: ask your insurer in writing before committing.
Take time to think, and be wary of any offer that pushes you to decide quickly.
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Frequently asked questions about hair transplants in Turkey
How much does a hair transplant cost in Turkey?
As a guide, an FUE transplant costs €1,600 to €3,500 in Turkey, a DHI transplant €2,200 to €4,500, a sapphire FUE transplant €2,000 to €4,500, and a robot-assisted transplant €3,000 to €6,000. With TurquieMed, the package starts from €1,600: VIP airport transfer, 2 nights in a 4* hotel, tests, procedure, PRP treatment, aftercare products, check-up, interpreter and assistance 7 days a week. The exact price appears on your free quote, which specifies the planned number of grafts.
How many grafts do I need?
It depends on the extent of hair loss and the density of your donor area: often 2,000 to 3,000 grafts for the temples and hairline, 3,500 to 4,500 for more extensive hair loss. One graft contains 1 to 4 hairs.
Is the result permanent?
Yes: hair taken from the back of the head is genetically resistant to loss, and stays that way once transplanted. However, your original non-transplanted hair may continue to fall out: medical treatment can help protect it.
Is a hair transplant painful?
Only the local anesthetic injections at the start are a little unpleasant. During the procedure, you feel no pain and can watch a film or rest. Recovery is not very painful.
When can I return to work?
Often 5 to 7 days after the transplant for office work, while the swelling and scabs subside. A loose cap can be worn after a few days.
Which photos should I send to get an opinion?
Send clear photos of your scalp from the front, top, crown, both sides and back, with dry and preferably short hair, along with your age, medical history and current treatments.
Is a hair transplant covered by insurance?
No: a hair transplant is considered cosmetic and is not covered by health insurance. Planned treatment in Turkey is usually at your own expense. Ask your insurer in writing before committing.
Request a free medical opinion and quote
Send us photos of the area to be treated, your age, weight, height, medical history and current treatments. The surgeon will review them, and you will receive a detailed medical opinion and an estimated quote.
