It is a well-known fact that Turkey is the hair transplant hub, attracting tens of thousands of medical tourists annually. From traditional methods to advanced hair transplant techniques, people from all over the world find Turkey to be the one-stop destination. But does it only offer great hair transplant for men?
Contrary to popular belief, it is not just the male populace that goes to Turkey for hair transplant, this country has some of the top surgeons and clinics that offer great natural results for female hair transplants as well!
The following article will help you know all about hair transplant for women in Turkey and its associated cost with complete transparency. Read till the end to know about the best surgeons and clinics specializing in female hair transplant.
What is Female Hair Transplant - a Myth or a Reality?
Female pattern hair loss is as much a reality as it is for men, although the percentage is small, there are women who face this issue and find the solution in a hair transplant. Even women with wide forehead consider hair transplant.
Both these conditions can be caused due to genetic issues, certain hairstyles, excessive chemical use or nutrient deficiency. Around 12% of women within 29 years of age show clinically detectable female pattern hair loss which can go above 50% by age 70.
Because it affects middle-aged women mainly, a permanent solution becomes hair transplant. So, if you are among those who have been diagnosed with it, here’s how Turkey can offer the best solution.
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Cost of Hair Transplant for Women in Turkey
The average cost of hair transplant in Turkey for women is $2,500-$4,500 (1500+ grafts, through DHI, FUE, and Sapphire FUE) whereas, unshaven FUE for women ranges between $3,000-$5,500 depending on the number of grafts. This is around 4x-6x times lower than the female hair transplant cost in the US ($12,000.)
Here’s a look at the detailed cost depending on the procedure type:
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Procedure type |
Grafts |
Cost |
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Standard (shaving for donor/recipient areas) |
1,500-2,500 (FUE/Sapphire FUE) |
$2,000-$3,500 |
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Partial shaving (DHI/Sapphire FUE) |
1,500-2,500 |
$2,500-$4,500 |
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Unshaven hair transplant (U-FUE or Long DHI) |
1,000-2,000 |
$3,000-$5,500 |
|
Frontal hairline lowering (DHI) |
500-1,500 |
$3,500-$6,000 |
Long hair FUE is an advantageous option for female patients as it involves extraction and implantation without shaving completely. This caps the number of grafts between 1,000-1,500 due to increased difficulty during extraction.
Note: The price above does not include additional cost from different inclusions like PRP, red light hair therapy, mesotherapy etc. Ask your coordinator beforehand.
Also Read: Unshaven Hair Transplant
Top Surgeons & Clinics in Turkey Offering Female Hair Transplants
Now that you know all about the procedure and its cost, it is important to know trusted surgeons and clinics you can turn to for the best results. Starting off with surgeons:
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Dr. Serkan Aygin the developer of Long DHI technique, he is one of the well-known hair transplant surgeons with high success rates for female hair transplants. He can also offer more affordable packages through Yapita Health.
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Dr. Levent Acar has over 16 years of experience in the field and is one of the top surgeons, with great results for female hair transformations.
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Dr. Emrah Cinik also specializes in hair transplant for women and has 19 years of experience in FUE transplant, with a total experience of over 20 years.
Top clinics with successful female hair transplant results:
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Dr. Serkan Aygin Clinic is one of the most prestigious clinics for its patient-centric approach.
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Cosmedica clinic has high standards of care and high success rates for hair transplant.
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Smile Hair Clinic offers best-in-class results with the help of a dedicated and skilled team of surgeons.
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Dr. Cinik Hospital offers all-in-one packages when patients book an appointment through Yapita.
Procedure
The female hair transplant procedure is the same as that for a man, just that it does not involve complete shaving.
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The surgeon measures the balding progression on the Ludwig scale.
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A donor area is selected by the surgeon after which graft extraction is done.
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Next is opening the micro-channels for implantation and,
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Then is the recovery during which growth is visible.
The advantage for women getting a hair transplant is the short recovery time as they do not undergo complete head shaving.
The two most common techniques in female hair transplant remains the same as that for men - FUE (Sapphire FUE, unshaven FUE) and DHI (long DHI, unshaven DHI.)
Also Read: Stem Cell Hair Transplant
Ideal Candidate for Female Hair Transplant
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Sufficient donor density for 1,000-2,500 grafts without visible depletion
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Frontal recession, hairline asymmetry or temporal thinning
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Traction alopecia or post-pregnancy hairline changes
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Thyroid, hormonal panels and ferritin levels within normal range for 6+ months
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Satisfactory scalp dermoscopy results before procedure
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Those with realistic expectations for the procedure (as complete results can take 12-14 months)
Those with unstable donor zone, uncontrolled thyroid disorders, iron deficiency anemia or PCOS cannot be suitable candidates for this procedure.
That concludes our blog on hair transplant for women, if you are curious to know more about the procedure check out the FAQs below for popular questions that patients ask us.
Yapita Health is your one-stop solution to hair transplant in Turkey, from booking appointments to visa assistance and post-op follow-ups with the team. Get in touch today to get started on your hair transformation!