If you’ve ever had to visit a hospital during a trip to Turkey, you were probably surprised by the high level of private healthcare there. Turkey has become famous in recent years for its first-class healthcare and has become an attractive destination, especially for aesthetic medical procedures such as hair transplants.
What Is a Hair Transplant?
It’s an aesthetic procedure that addresses hair thinning and hair loss. During the procedure, the doctor removes hair grafts from a donor area, which is typically a region on the back of the head that doesn’t experience hair loss. The surgeon then implants the hair grafts into the area where the patient is experiencing thinning or hair loss.
There are various hair transplantation methods, generally differing in the way the grafts are harvested and implanted. If you want to learn more about the different methods, read an article where you will find detailed descriptions of the methods, as well as their main advantages and disadvantages.
Who is a good candidate for a hair transplant?
Although most people associate hair transplants primarily with men, it is a procedure that women can also undergo. Whether a hair transplant is suitable for you depends on several factors, not your gender. A thorough diagnosis of hair loss will help determine the cause of hair loss and at what stage you are in the process. Based on this, a specialist will decide whether a hair transplant is suitable for you.
Hair Transplantation in Turkey
Did you know that many people travel to Turkey specifically for hair transplants? It’s true. Turkey has become a popular destination for people dealing with hair loss. In 2022 alone, one million patients traveled to Turkey for hair transplant procedures. Why is that? What advantages does Turkey offer compared to the Czech Republic? And what should you be aware of?
Advantages of Hair Transplantation in Turkey?
Here are the reasons why many people choose to undergo a hair transplant in Turkey, especially in Istanbul.
1) Cost-effectiveness
Compared to other Western countries, the cost of hair transplants in Turkey is significantly more affordable. The price can be up to a third of what it would cost in the Czech Republic. According to a 2019 Forbes article, the average cost of the same procedure in the Czech Republic is around 150,000 CZK, while in Turkey it ranges from 40,000 to 90,000 CZK. This is the main factor that influences many people’s decision to go to Turkey.
2) Qualified experts
Because hair transplantation has become such a popular procedure in Turkey, many clinics employ doctors and specialists with extensive experience in the field. Experience and expertise are crucial for a successful outcome.
3) Modern technology
Turkey invests in modernizing healthcare infrastructure, including in the field of aesthetic medicine and hair transplantation. Patients have access to the latest technologies and equipment, such as the DHI and FUE methods. This ensures high-quality and effective procedures.
Tip: If you are unsure about the differences between hair transplantation methods or how to choose the right method for you, read an article where we will advise you on how to make your decision.
4) Easy Accessibility
Even though undergoing the procedure in Turkey is not as easy as choosing options available in the Czech Republic, it is still a relatively accessible option. Why? Due to the growing number of people from the Czech Republic seeking hair transplants in Turkey, the Czech market has adapted to meet this demand.
There are various companies that collaborate with certified Turkish clinics and, in addition to the procedure itself, also arrange accommodation, transfers, and flights for you.
„A hair transplant using the DHI method should be performed from start to finish by a certified doctor. How can you verify a doctor in Turkey? “
– Dr. Andrea Mačejová
Disadvantages of Hair Transplantation in Turkey
Read about the factors that might discourage you from undergoing a hair transplant in Turkey.
1) Difficult Selection
There are many clinics in Turkey that provide top-quality care and excellent results, but this is not the case for all of them. Some clinics do not meet the necessary standards and offer lower-quality care, which can lead to unsatisfactory results or complications.
Unfortunately, this is information you won’t find on websites. Therefore, we recommend checking reviews and experiences from other patients or reading discussions about hair transplants in Turkey when choosing a clinic.
2) Limited Availability of Consultations and Pre-Procedure Preparation
Since you are undergoing the procedure in Turkey, it is unlikely that you will be able to travel there multiple times. Instead, you will probably want everything to be completed in a single visit. However, this can present several challenges:
- Insufficient patient information about the procedure, risks, and results.
- Limited opportunity to build trust and comfort.
- The patient may have insufficient information on how to prepare for the procedure or how to care for the transplanted area after the procedure.
- There is little time for thorough preparation for the procedure, including conducting a diagnosis of hair loss and selecting the appropriate method.
3) Lack of control
Similarly, just as it will be difficult for you to have a direct consultation at the clinic before the procedure, it will also be more challenging to maintain continuous contact with the doctors and clinic after the procedure, especially if you need further consultations or advice.
4) Language barrier
If you don’t speak Turkish, English, or German fluently, you’re likely to encounter a language barrier. Difficult communication may make you feel uncomfortable at the clinic. Moreover, misunderstanding the instructions from doctors or medical staff could negatively affect the entire process.
5) Uncertainty in case of complications
Undergoing such a complex procedure in a foreign country brings significant uncertainty. In case of any complications, you won’t have the option to immediately contact the doctor who performed the procedure and consult the situation with them directly. You are essentially reliant on phone or email communication.
„At ABClinic, we regularly follow up with patients after the procedure and address any necessary concerns. How will Turkish doctors take care of you remotely? Moreover, after the procedure, there is an increased risk of infection during the flight. .“
– Dr. Andrea Mačejová
How to decide?
Do you want top-notch care and excellent results, thanks to the latest technologies in hair transplant procedures? At the same time, do you not want to undergo the procedure in Turkey and face all the risks and downsides associated with it?
We have a solution for you. ABClinic, as the first aesthetic medicine clinic in the Czech Republic, uses the latest hair transplant method, known as DHI. Thanks to the use of a special tool by the doctors, which provides higher precision and a gentler application, this method is less invasive and achieves the highest success rate for hair graft acceptance.
Schedule a non-binding consultation with our experienced surgeon and find out more information about the method and the procedure.