FAQ

Hair transplant operations are performed entirely under local anesthesia, so no pain or discomfort is felt during the procedure. The very slight stinging sensation that may occur during anesthesia injections is completely minimized with special needle-free anesthesia devices or with the help of sedation. Any mild discomfort that may occur after the procedure can be easily controlled with simple painkillers prescribed by your physician.

The first 10 days after a hair transplant is a sensitive recovery period. The first 3 days are the grafts' adhesion phase. On the 10th day, the crust shedding wash is performed, completely removing the crusts on the scalp and allowing a return to social life. Starting from the 2nd week following the operation, the shock loss process begins. From the 3rd month onwards, your permanent hair starts to grow; achieving the final and dense results, including the crown area, takes 12-18 months.

Yes, hair transplant results are permanent for a lifetime. The grafts used in the transplant procedure are collected from the safe donor area, known as the area behind the two ears and the nape, which is genetically resistant to the DHT (Dihydrotestosterone) hormone that causes hair loss. Since these roots maintain their genetic characteristics, they do not fall out in the new area where they are transplanted and remain permanent.

Depending on the number of grafts, it takes an average of 6-8 hours.

Between the 2nd and 4th weeks after the operation, a temporary shedding phase called "Shock Loss" occurs. During this period, the transplanted hair strands fall out, but the hair follicles remain under the skin and are completely secure. This is an entirely normal and physiological process. Following the shock loss, new and permanent hair strands begin to grow healthily from the roots starting from the 3rd month.

Hair loss stabilization is generally recommended after the age of 25.

In the first 2-4 weeks after hair transplant, the transplanted hair strands fall out, a phenomenon known as "shock loss." The permanent hair follicles enter a dormant phase under the skin.

Three months after the operation, permanent hair gradually begins to surface. Approximately 50-60% of the results are observed by the 6th month, with full and permanent results achieved between the 12th and 18th months.

Hair transplant prices vary depending on the extent of the balding area, the technique to be used (FUE, DHI, etc.), and the number of grafts to be transplanted.

A personalized treatment plan is created based on the preliminary examination conducted at the clinic, and pricing is finalized.

Yes, for individuals whose existing hair has not completely fallen out but has thinned, a non-shaven densification transplant can be safely performed using the DHI (Choi Pen) method.

This method increases the density of sparse areas without damaging the existing healthy hair follicles.

In women, hair transplant is typically performed by collecting follicles through a small window opened in the nape area without shaving all the hair.

During the transplantation phase, the DHI technique is preferred to increase density among the existing long hair.

Hair transplant can be performed in any season. However, individuals who undergo the procedure during the summer months should be careful to avoid direct sunlight and refrain from swimming in the sea/pool for the first month.

Hair transplant can be performed on patients with diabetes (sugar) as long as the HbA1c (3-month blood sugar average) value is under control.

However, since wound healing may be slower in diabetic patients, post-procedure care and antibiotic use are monitored more closely.

DHI (Direct Hair Implantation) is the method where hair follicles are implanted directly into the skin using special medical pens (Choi) immediately after being harvested, without the need for prior channel opening.

It allows for denser implantation and faster healing.

Unshaven hair transplant (especially with DHI) is suitable for female and male patients who wish to return to their social and work life immediately and aim to maintain the length of their hair.

New hair does not grow in the donor area at the nape where the grafts are taken from. However, since the extraction process is done uniformly, no noticeable thinning or scarring occurs.

The first wash after a hair transplant is usually performed by expert staff at the clinic 48-72 hours after the procedure.

To prevent damage to the transplanted roots, non-pressurized water and special lotions/shampoos are used.

During the first 10 days after the operation, it is allowed to wear loose and non-rigid hats (such as fisherman's or bucket hats) under clinical supervision, provided they do not apply pressure to the transplanted area.

It is not mandatory, but the PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) treatment applied after hair transplant significantly accelerates healing and hair growth by enhancing the nourishment of the transplanted roots.

To prevent the risk of infection and to ensure the recovery process is not affected, entering the pool, sea, and sauna/bath is strictly prohibited for the first month after the operation.

To accelerate the healing process, one should consume a diet rich in protein, vitamins A, B7 (Biotin), C, E, zinc, and iron; and drink plenty of water. Alcohol and smoking should be avoided during the first week.

A graft is a piece of tissue extracted from the scalp containing between 1 and 4 hair follicles.

It is calculated by the specialist physician based on the width of the area to be transplanted (Norwood scale) and the density of the donor area.

No, hair transplant is an outpatient procedure. It is performed under local anesthesia, and you can return home the same day as soon as the operation is completed.

Once the hair has fully grown and the skin has healed (from approximately the 6th month onwards), any type of hair styling product, gel, or spray can be used safely.

Yes, it can be done. However, it may be recommended to temporarily dye white hair with organic dyes a few days before the operation to ensure they are more clearly visible under the microscope and easier to collect during the hair transplant.

Generally, a hair transplant is completed in a single session (6-8 hours). However, in cases where the bald area is very large (for example, when more than 5000 grafts are needed), a second session can be planned months later.