Hair Transplant

Hair transplant in Turkey (Istanbul) offers a long-term solution for pattern hair loss when planned correctly. On this page, you’ll find what’s included in the price, key cost factors, candidacy criteria (Norwood, age, active vs. stable loss), and a clear recovery timeline. This is an informational overview and does not replace an individual medical assessment.

What is Included in the Price

Our packages are tailored to each patient. For international visitors, we can arrange:

  • Hotel accommodation (optional)
  • Airport–hotel–hospital transfers (optional)
  • Pre-operative blood tests
  • The procedure in a hospital setting
  • Post-operative medications and instructions
  • First wash
  • Follow-up checks at 1, 3, 6, and 12 months

Hair Transplant Cost Factors in Turkey (2026)

The total cost may vary depending on:

  • The facility where the procedure is performed (hospital, clinic, medical center, etc.)
  • The city and district where the facility is located
  • The experience of the physician and medical team
  • The technique and the planned graft number
  • Additional examinations, consultations, and post-operative treatments
  • Length of stay, accommodation, and transfers (for international patients)

A personalized quote is determined after clinical assessment and graft planning.

A personalized quote is determined after clinical assessment and graft planning.

What Is Androgenetic Alopecia?

Androgenetic alopecia is a genetically programmed sensitivity to androgens. Over time:

  • Terminal hairs gradually miniaturize
  • Growth cycles shorten
  • Density decreases
  • Follicles may become inactive

Medical treatments can slow or stabilize progression, but lost density can only be restored by transplanting healthy follicles.

Who is a Suitable Candidate for Hair Transplant?

A proper evaluation includes:

  • Hair-loss pattern (Norwood scale)

  • Donor capacity and hair caliber

  • Active vs. stable hair loss

  • Age and long-term planning

  • Medical conditions (e.g., uncontrolled diabetes, bleeding disorders, severe dermatologic disease)

clinista norwood-scale

A proper evaluation includes:

Evaluation CriteriaClassificationClinical Interpretation
Norwood ScaleNorwood 1–2Rarely candidates
Norwood 3Sometimes candidates
Norwood 4–5–6Strong candidates
Norwood 7Limited but achievable results with realistic planning
Hair Loss ActivityActive hair lossTransplant should be combined with medical therapy
Passive (stable) hair lossSuitable for transplantation
AgeUnder 23Hair loss usually unstable
23–35Requires careful planning
35+Typically most predictable results
Medical DisordersAutoimmune diseases, severe dermatological conditions, uncontrolled diabetes, bleeding disordersMust be evaluated prior to surgery

What Is the Best Age for a Hair Transplant?

There is no “ideal age,” but there IS an ideal condition.

Hair Loss Status & Norwood LevelRecommendation
Active hair loss + Norwood 1–2–3Better to wait; start FDA-approved medical therapy; mini hairline touch-ups may be considered in select cases
Passive (stable) hair loss + Norwood 4–5–6Very good candidates; stable hair loss ensures long-term, natural results

Transplantation should be synchronized with the genetic pattern of loss—otherwise patients may require early second or third sessions.

How Is a Hair Transplant Performed?

  • Local anesthesia: the scalp is numbed for comfort

  • Harvesting: grafts are extracted from the donor area

  • Incisions: recipient channels are created to match angle, direction, and density goals

  • Implantation: grafts are placed into the recipient area (forceps or implanter devices depending on the plan)

Post-Procedure Care and Recovery

Post-operative care is essential for optimal healing and graft survival. You will receive personalized instructions, and most patients can return to normal daily routines gradually within the first 7–10 days.

PeriodWhat to Expect
Day 0–3Swelling may appear; donor area redness; scabbing begins at the recipient site
Day 3–10Washing instructions start; scabs gradually fall off; redness slowly decreases
After Day 10Most scabs have fallen; transplanted area looks more natural; shock loss may begin around weeks 3–6 (normal phase)

When does transplanted Hair Grow?

Time PeriodHair Growth Progress
First 3–6 MonthsMiniature hairs appear; early growth begins; hair texture is thin
Following 6–12 MonthsHair density increases; thickness improves; final natural appearance forms
Full ResultsComplete results take 12–18 months, especially in crown areas

Expert Note by Dr. Ergen: Beware of Those Who Exploit This Process

Some non-surgical approaches may temporarily improve the appearance of miniaturized hairs, but they often do not create lasting density. Hair transplantation does not stop ongoing hair loss, so long-term planning may include medical therapy and conservative graft placement—especially in early, active hair loss.

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Take the first step toward a natural, lasting result. Tell us your goals, and we’ll map a phased plan that fits your pattern, donor capacity, and timeline.

Medical Reviewer:

Dr. O. Gürcan Ergen, MD, PhD, MSc.
Hair Transplant Surgeon – Trichology – Public Health – Health Management
Clinista Hair Transplant Turkey
Last medical review: December 2025