5 Things to Know About Getting a Hair Transplant in Turkey
Hair transplant surgeries are becoming an increasingly popular solution to hair loss and baldness, with Turkey frequently listed as the most popular location for such surgeries. The surgery involves the transplantation of hair follicles and/or a strip of skin from one location on the body – often the sides of the scalp – to another location that is experiencing hair loss. This can replace hair lost due to pattern baldness, but may also replace hair in other locations such as eyebrows.
Turkey is a popular medical tourist destination for these transplantation surgeries, due to the quality of the doctors, as well as the comparatively low cost of the procedure. For more information about Turkey as a destination for medical tourism, click this link.
If you are thinking of getting a hair transplant surgery in Turkey, here are five things to consider before you do so.
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Before even considering the surgery, make sure that you know that you are in the best condition to do so. Are you in a relatively healthy condition? Are you deficient in vitamin B12 or any other vitamins? Are you aware of any thyroid conditions you might have? If you have a pre-existing condition, check with your doctor first to see if a hair transplantation is the right choice for you.
All the clinics that Mediphi partner with are certified. Before you make your decision, you can schedule a free online appointment with a medical doctor to confirm that you are a suitable candidate for the hair transplant procedure. Once you arrive, you will receive all required testing before the procedure to ensure that everything will go smoothly.
While the surgery is only minimally invasive, there are side effects to consider before you decide on the surgery, just as there are with any procedure. Common side effects include itching, swelling and minor bleeding. All of these are normal, and should go away quickly after the surgery. Pain is also sometimes experienced, but it should be very mild and dissipate shortly after recovery. Other risks include infection, but since you will be given antibiotics before and after the operation, the risk is minimal.
Also be aware of the recovery time. Keep in mind that you may need a couple of weeks to recover after you have received the transplant, so plan accordingly.
There are a few different types of procedures for hair transplantation. The most common are follicular unit extraction (FUE), follicular unit transportation (FUT), and direct hair implantation (DHI). These are simply different methods of transplanting your hair from one location to another, each with their own advantages and disadvantages.
In FUT, which is also called strip harvesting, a strip of skin is removed (as well as some hair follicles). This skin will usually come from the back or sides of your scalp. The advantage of this procedure is that it will allow you to move the most hair, which is good if you have a lot of hair that needs transplanting. However, it will leave a visible scar in the area that the doctor extracted hair from.
In FUE, hair follicles are taken from the sides and back of the scalp. This procedure will not allow for as much hair, but it does have the advantages of giving a quick recovery time and not leaving an obvious scar. DHI is a similar procedure, but the surgeon will use a pen-like device to remove the follicles.
It will be good to know which procedure you will be getting, and it is always nice to have a basic idea of the process itself so that you will not be surprised. Don’t be intimidated by any of this – our partnered clinics and healthcare consultants are more than happy to guide you through this and help you to select the right method for you.
As mentioned earlier, not only are hair transplant surgeries popular in Turkey, but they are also extremely affordable. In fact, they are some of the most affordable in the world, with the average cost being about €2500 on average in Turkey – the pricing also depends on the method and number of grafts used.
Right now, because of the popularity of such surgeries in the country, there is a lot of competition between clinics in Turkey. This is good news for you because it means you’re more likely to find even more affordable options for your surgery. But don’t worry, our consultants will happily assist you in finding the right clinic for you.
At Mediphi, we pride ourselves on partnering with the best hair transplantation clinics in Turkey. We offer the most competitive prices for our visitors because of the high volume of customers that we direct to the clinics. You can rest assured that you are getting the best price when you book your procedure through us.
Before booking your appointment and planning your travel, it is important to make sure that the clinic is reputable. Make sure that the hospital has all required certifications, including certification from the Turkish Ministry of Health.
Mediphi only works with registered and accredited clinics that offer the highest quality of care. We will only list clinics that are internationally certified on the website, so you can rest assured that any clinic listed on the site is legitimate with a thriving reputation.
Lastly, look for reviews of the clinic and surgeon online. While reviews are a good indication of a location’s reputability, read such reviews with a careful eye. Are the reviews legitimate? Look for reviews or quotes from doctors or other verified individuals. One way to see if the reviews are real is to try to get into contact with people who have received hair transplantations from that hospital. Look for real individuals with real experiences to make sure that you will be getting the best quality surgery and care when you arrive in Turkey.
The clinics on our website all have legitimate reviews from real patients who have visited them before. On our site, you can find feedback left by previous patients along with before-after pictures to give you an idea of what the procedure might look like. If you have additional questions about any of the clinics and would like to see more reviews or photos, please reach out to one of our healthcare consultants here.
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Turkey is a great location for an affordable, great-quality hair transplantation procedure. Beyond the quality of care you will be getting, it is also a beautiful country to visit and will be a wonderful destination to spend your recovery time in. At Mediphi, we are happy to assist you through your hair transplantation journey and help you avoid the concerns voiced in this article. Simply reach out with any questions or concerns, and our healthcare consultants will gladly assist you.