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Will the doctor personally be present during surgery?
Yes. Dr. Resul Yaman is present during the operations he performs and takes part in key stages, including hairline design and recipient incision creation.
Which steps are performed by the doctor and which by technicians?
Dr. Yaman designs the hairline, plans graft placement and creates the recipient incisions. Trained technicians carry out graft extraction and implantation using the clinic’s method. Your consultation is the opportunity to confirm the team and responsibilities for your procedure.
Can I discuss my case with the doctor before surgery?
A free online consultation helps you understand your hair loss, estimated graft needs and package options. Before surgery, Dr. Yaman examines your scalp and donor area and discusses your expectations directly.
Can I choose my hairline?
Yes. Your preferences are discussed during planning. The doctor will advise on a hairline that suits your face, age, donor capacity and likely future hair loss. The final plan is agreed together.
Planning & results
What results can a Norwood 6 patient expect?
Advanced hair loss requires an individual plan based on donor capacity, hair characteristics and the area to cover. A staged procedure may be appropriate. Published general success percentages cannot predict your individual coverage or result.
What percentage of transplanted grafts will grow?
Graft growth depends on handling, donor quality, scalp health and aftercare. The clinic’s information cites an estimated 95–98% graft survival, but this is not a guaranteed result for every patient. Ask how the estimate is measured and how it applies to your case.
What density and hairline can I realistically expect?
Your hairline is planned around your facial proportions, hair type and possible future hair loss. The clinic describes densities of up to approximately 50 grafts/cm² in suitable areas; the appropriate density and coverage depend on your individual donor supply and treatment plan.
What experience does the clinic have with Norwood 6 cases?
The clinic treats advanced Norwood 6 and 7 hair loss and describes plans involving 5,000 or more grafts across two stages where suitable. Options may include consecutive-day treatment or sessions at least a year apart. Ask to review comparable cases and the proposed donor plan; a verified total case count is not provided here.
Can I see photos or videos of patients with similar hair loss?
Yes. The clinic’s before-and-after gallery includes different Norwood stages and graft counts. Compare patients with similar donor quality, hair type and hair loss, and review both recipient and donor areas at a meaningful follow-up interval.
How many grafts do I need, and is my donor area suitable?
Graft needs depend on the extent of hair loss, scalp condition, hair characteristics and desired coverage. The donor area is assessed to determine what can be harvested while preserving its appearance and future options.
Can beard or body hair supplement a limited scalp donor area?
Yes, selected patients may be offered beard or other body hair as a supplementary donor source. In larger plans, including 5,000–6,000+ grafts, suitability and the different texture of these hairs must be assessed individually.
How do you reduce overharvesting and visible donor scarring?
The clinic describes controlled FUE extraction using non-rotating or partially rotating punches, trained extraction staff and individual donor planning. These measures aim to preserve donor density. FUE can still leave small scars; the safe extraction limit varies by patient.
The procedure
Do you use FUE, FUT, DHI or a combination?
The clinic describes FUE graft extraction combined with implanter-based placement, including the Yaman Implanter method. FUE refers to harvesting; DHI describes an implantation approach. Your doctor will explain the instruments and technique suitable for your scalp and goals.
What anaesthesia is used?
Local anaesthesia is used in the donor and recipient areas. You remain awake. Injections and parts of the procedure can cause discomfort; tell the team if you feel pain so your anaesthesia can be assessed.
What is a beard transplant?
A beard transplant moves donor hair, usually from the scalp, into selected facial areas to improve coverage or shape. Hair direction, donor suitability and the desired appearance require careful individual planning.
Which hair transplant technique is best?
There is no single best method for everyone. FUE and implanter-based placement can be used together. Donor planning, graft handling, the team’s experience and appropriate patient selection matter alongside the name of the technique.
Will I be awake during surgery?
Yes. Hair transplantation is usually performed while you are awake under local anaesthesia. Patients can often relax, listen to music or watch television, depending on the clinic’s arrangements.
Can women have a transplant for thinning hair?
Some women are suitable candidates, depending on the cause and pattern of hair loss and donor stability. A medical assessment, sometimes including a dermatologist’s evaluation, is needed before deciding whether surgery is appropriate.
Recovery & hair care
How long is recovery, and when can I resume normal activities?
Swelling and scabbing commonly improve over about 7–10 days. Light daily activities may resume earlier, while a return to routine may take around 10–14 days. Follow your surgeon’s instructions for exercise, swimming, sun exposure and hair treatments.
What aftercare and follow-up are included?
The clinic describes post-operative washing, prescribed medication, care products and follow-up support with an English-speaking team member. Confirm the schedule, what your package includes and how to contact the medical team after returning home.
Will I need minoxidil, finasteride or other medication?
Your doctor may discuss minoxidil and/or finasteride to help manage ongoing hair loss and preserve existing hair, depending on your medical history and goals. They work differently, and not every patient needs the same treatment. Do not start or change medication without medical advice.
How can I slow or manage hair loss?
An assessment should identify the cause first. Depending on the diagnosis, a doctor may discuss medication such as minoxidil or finasteride and other treatments. Lifestyle measures may support general health but do not replace a diagnosis or a personalized treatment plan.
Is there a non-surgical hair transplant?
A hair transplant is surgery. Options such as medication, PRP and low-level light or laser treatments may be discussed for some types of hair loss, but they do not transplant follicles or replace surgery in every case.
How much time should I take off work?
Office or remote work may be possible after a few days, depending on comfort and appearance. Physically demanding or dusty work may require about 10–14 days or longer. Confirm the timing with your surgeon for your job.
Should I have PRP before or after the transplant?
The clinic offers PRP as an optional supporting treatment. Whether it is appropriate, how many sessions are suggested and what benefit to expect should be discussed with your doctor. It is not a guarantee of graft growth.
Will my hair transplant look noticeable?
The aim is a natural hairline and growth pattern, but appearance depends on planning, healing and the final result. Early redness, scabs or shedding can be visible. Review comparable long-term results and discuss realistic expectations.
Can serious complications occur?
Yes. Although hair transplantation is commonly performed under local anaesthesia, serious complications are possible. A qualified medical team should assess your health, explain risks and emergency arrangements, and provide clear aftercare instructions. Seek urgent care for severe or concerning symptoms.
Costs & practical questions
Is there a written guarantee for poor growth?
The clinic describes a lifetime guarantee certificate with a 90% transplanted-hair success threshold and possible free touch-up or second-session treatment for insufficient growth. Ask for the current written terms, eligibility criteria, exclusions and assessment process before booking.
Is pricing fixed or per graft? Are there extra fees?
The supplied clinic information lists a $2,900 package for 2025, including transfers, hotel, treatment, tests, translation, medication and care products. This is historical pricing, not a current quotation. Request an up-to-date written quote specifying all inclusions and any additional costs.
Is it safe to have a hair transplant in Turkey?
Safety depends on the individual provider, medical team, facility and your health, rather than the country alone. Check licensing, who performs each surgical stage, emergency arrangements and follow-up support. Every surgical procedure carries risks.
How much does a female hair transplant cost?
Cost varies with the treatment plan, technique and graft requirements. Request a personalized written quotation after an assessment and consider the medical team, expected results and aftercare alongside price.
Which celebrities have had hair transplants?
Some public figures have discussed hair restoration, while many online claims are speculation. A photograph alone cannot confirm a procedure. Our blog explores hair transformations; your own treatment should be based on your individual assessment.
What if I need another transplant later?
Further treatment may be considered for continuing hair loss or additional coverage, depending on donor capacity. The clinic describes a discount policy for returning patients. Confirm current pricing and distinguish an elective second procedure from any treatment covered by the written guarantee.
These answers provide general information. Your suitability, treatment plan, expected results and any guarantee terms must be confirmed during your individual consultation.
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