A comprehensive overview of FUE hair transplant in Istanbul

Posted by Turkish Medical Services on May 25th, 2021

With the changing environmental conditions and the prevalence of adverse lifestyles, people are facing disastrous consequences. Ranging from obesity and deteriorating mental health to baldness, several problems are bothering people nowadays. Especially hair fall has become a household problem as the millennials are suffering from hair loss like anything. People who want voluminous, thick hair are opting for FUE hair transplants in Istanbul. 

What is an FUE Hair transplant?

FUE Hair Transplant or Follicular Unit Extraction is one of the most advanced methods of surgical hair restoration that provide incredible results. The plus point is, as compared to the old grafting techniques and the strip incision transplants, FUE hair transplant is comparatively painless and effective. Doctors use precise tools to harvest the individual hair follicles one at a time and then use the follicles as grafts in the tiny slits of the balding area. The entire procedure is almost flawless as surgeons extract single follicles by using micro punches and then move them which leaves behind zero scars. 

Using the FUE hair transplant process, an individual can strengthen the front line to create a permanent frame for the face, get rid of baldness or hair thinning areas in the scalp, and get sufficient density in the hair patterns with long-lasting, luscious locks. FUE hair transplant is usually performed in multiple 2-4 hour sessions over one or several days, and it is a completely outpatient procedure. So, you can immediately go home after the process. 

How does the process proceed?

The process of FUE hair transplant is carried out in several steps. At first, the grafts are extracted from the donor area which is usually the backside of the head. Local anesthesia is used, and so you don’t have to worry about the pain. Then the first hairline is drawn as it serves as the yardstick for a constructive outline of the face. Doing so helps the surgeon to create a more natural appearance for the patients who seek hair transplants. Post that the surgeon considers the angles of the front line of the hair as well as the bend angle of the hair follicle and opens the microchannels. Lastly, when the microchannels are opened, the extracted grafts are implanted keeping in mind the density of the hair follicles at every stage through a vivid evaluation of whether the transplants are looking natural or not. 

Why Istanbul? 

The cost of FUE hair transplant in Istanbulstarts from 1.900 €, while similar treatment in the European countries costs between 25.000 € and 35.000 €. The price is reasonable, and besides, the technology and the medical facilities provided in Turkey are far better than the rest of the options available across other western countries. But, before you go for a hair transplant, make sure to avoid aspirin or blood thinners. Have your blood tests or ECG done, don’t smoke or drink, or don’t take any sort of dietary supplements or vitamins for two weeks prior to your surgery.