If you’ve been suffering from hair loss, you may have thought about undergoing cosmetic surgery, such as a hair transplant, to tackle it.
Hair transplants are becoming increasingly popular amongst patients who have tried other methods of hair restoration but have been unsuccessful. The surgery typically involves taking hair follicles from a healthy area of hair and implanting those hair follicles into the areas suffering from thinning hair or hair loss.
Thanks to the rise in popularity of the surgery, more and more hair transplant clinics have begun offering the service to patients, both in the UK and abroad. Some patients will choose to travel to other countries for their hair transplant, as cosmetic surgery is typically more affordable there than it is in the UK.
One country that has seen an increase in clinics offering hair transplantation surgery is Turkey. If you are considering undergoing a hair transplant in Turkey , choosing the right clinic for you is key.
Before you decide on a hair transplant, you must also speak to your GP or medical professional to make sure you are suitable for the surgery.
Choosing the right clinic
There are many different factors that should be considered before you pick which clinic and surgeon will perform your surgery.
Firstly, you should always make sure wherever you choose has independent reviews that reflect all aspects of their experience at the clinic. Reviews of surgeons, their methods, and what the clinic itself is like are all important to read.
You can also take advantage of a free consultation call with many clinics in Turkey, and Sapphire Hair Clinic offers these to all of its patients. Here you’ll be able to ask your prospective surgeon any questions about your surgery, their qualifications, and what results may be possible.
Make sure your surgeon is fully qualified
One of the most important things to clarify before you choose your hair transplant clinic is that their surgeons are fully qualified and experienced in performing hair transplants.
At Sapphire Hair Clinic, the surgeon performing all hair transplant procedures is Dr Esin Eğilmez. Dr Eğilmez has performed many hair transplants at Sapphire Hair Clinic, and has been specialising in hair transplants since she graduated from the Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital in 2011.
Dr Eğilmez has also been an associate member and co-founder of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery since 2017. She has also been attending the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery since 2015.
Check out the clinic
Make sure the clinic itself offers everything you need for your surgery, such as state of the art equipment and high quality care. Many patients who get a hair transplant in Istanbul will provide reviews of the premises and the care they received there, so you can verify what the clinic is like.
You can also look at photos of the clinic itself, and speak to your prospective surgeon about their medical team and the care procedure that you can expect whilst you undergo your surgery. You should also find out what extras are available, such as translators or staff specially trained to care for you both before and after your surgery.
At Sapphire Hair Clinic, they prioritise patient care and comfort, and have a dedicated team on hand to guide you through all of your appointments and the surgery itself. They also include follow up appointments and after care for you.
Check it’s affordable for you
When considering getting a hair transplant in Turkey, cost is one reason many patients decide to travel abroad for the procedure. Hair transplants in Turkey are typically more affordable than they are in the UK, thanks to Turkey’s lower cost of living, which means cosmetic surgery can be provided at a competitive cost.
There is also a large number of clinics in Turkey offering the procedure, which makes competitive pricing important for them. Many clinics, such as Sapphire Hair Clinic, also offer hair transplant package deals to patients so you know what to expect upfront when it comes to cost.
At Sapphire Hair Clinic, their package deal will cover the full cost of your surgery and all pre- and post-operative appointments. You will also be provided with full transfers between the airport, your hotel, and all of your appointments, as well as having a stay in a nearby hotel included in the price.
Find out what techniques they use
There are many different hair transplant techniques available when it comes to hair transplants, and different methods will suit different patients. You should always have a discussion with your surgeon prior to your surgery and discuss which technique would be best suited to you and the expected success rates of different techniques.
Some methods, such as the DHI hair transplant, don’t require a patient to shave off their existing hair, but can take longer and be more costly than other methods. If you opt for the FUE method, you will be required to shave all hair around the donor area and the recipient area, which can be daunting for some patients.
The technique used will also depend on the number of grafts required, and the size of the area being treated. Patients are given a local anaesthetic for the duration of the operation, so you are awake and able to communicate with your surgeon and their medical team.
There are also variations of the two main techniques available, such as Sapphire hair transplants. This method uses a specially designed pen tool to carefully remove and reimplant the transplanted hair and is designed to be more minimally invasive than other hair graft removal methods.
To find out more about Sapphire Hair Clinic and what they can offer you, visit their website .
Like any cosmetic surgery, hair transplants are invasive and are not risk-free or a solution to personal problems, and are not to be performed on anyone under 18 years old. Always seek independent medical advice and give the procedure careful consideration before going ahead.
