The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- review of medical records
- physical examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- biochemical analysis of blood
- inflammation indicators (CRP, ESR)
- indicators of blood coagulation
- hormonal blood tests
- transplantation of up to 3,000-5,000 hair follicles with ARTAS robot
- nursing services
- consultations of related specialists
- treatment by chief physician and leading experts
- explanation of individual treatment plan
How program is carried out
The 1st day: our service starts at the airport, where our team will meet you with a sign. Inside the individual folder you will find information about the travel program and the description of the hair transplant procedure. After meeting your personal medical coordinator, you will check into your hotel.
The 2nd day: the day will start from transfer to hospital with our private car. At the hospital, you will undergo a preliminary laboratory examination, including a complete blood count, biochemical blood test, and hormonal blood tests. Then, after a consultation with your physician, FUE hair transplant with the ARTAS robotic system will be carried out and platelet-rich blood products will be administered. Physicians transplant up to 3,000-5,000 hair follicles during one procedure. After that, our colleagues will arrange a transfer to the hotel so that you can relax.
The 3rd day: the physician will remove the postoperative dressing and assess the condition of the transplanted hair follicles. The medical staff will then wash your hair and explain in detail how to take care of the transplanted grafts. You will also receive hair care products: shampoo, lotion, and cream. We will then arrange a transfer to the airport and you will return to your native country.
Required documents
- Medical records
- Photo of the target body region
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About the department
The Department of Hair Transplantation at the Smile Hair Clinic Istanbul offers the full range of conservative and surgical treatments for partial or complete loss of hair (alopecia). The department's key focus is on hair transplantation using the very latest techniques – Micro FUE and DHI. The department's specialists perform hair transplantation not only in the head, but also in the beard and eyebrows. As a conservative treatment, the doctors perform scalp mesotherapy, which stimulates active hair growth and prevents hair loss.The patients will benefit from an excellent modern infrastructure of the department, as well as a highly qualified and friendly medical team, which has a wealth of experience in restoring the health and beauty of hair. The department is headed by Dr. med. Mehmet Erdogan.
The department's range of medical services includes:
- Micro FUE hair transplantation. The procedure involves the collection of hair follicles (grafts) from the donor site using microinstruments, after which they are transplanted into the previously prepared recipient site. The doctor collects hair follicles from the back of the head, where hair growth is most dense, or from other areas of the body. The operation can be performed under both local and general anesthesia with sedation, so that it is painless. When collecting donor follicles, the doctors use the instruments with a sapphire tip – the very latest technological advance in this field. The procedure takes 6 to 8 hours. The main advantage of the Micro FUE hair transplantation technique is that it allows restoring the natural appearance of hair in patients with alopecia. Moreover, the operation does not leave any scars in the donor site, while the wound healing process after the intervention is very quick
- DHI hair transplantation. The essence of the procedure is the collection of grafts (hair follicles) from the donor site and their transplantation directly into the recipient site. When performing the intervention, the doctor uses a special implanter pen with the thinnest tip, into which the grafts are placed. When the tip is pressed on the skin, the graft is injected directly into its surface layer. This operation is performed under local anesthesia. The procedure takes longer than other hair transplantation methods in terms of duration. However, the advantage of this method is that there is no need to shave off the hair prior to the surgical procedure. It is also worth noting that this technique is not suitable for every patient. The feasibility of using the DHI technique in a particular patient is assessed at the doctor's appointment, after a thorough study of the medical history and assessment of the patient's current condition.
- Scalp mesotherapy. This conservative technique serves to stimulate hair growth and prevent hair loss. When performing the procedure, the doctor injects nutrients (vitamins, minerals, amino acids and growth factors) into the scalp. Before starting therapy, the doctor examines the patient's medical history in detail. The doctor will necessarily inform the patient about all the features of the stages of treatment.
- Hair transplantation from body to the head. This method involves transplanting hair to the scalp using donor hair follicles from other areas of the body. The procedure is indicated for patients who cannot use donor hair from the back of the head. In such cases, the method of hair transplantation from other areas of the body is used – from the beard, chest or back. The hair transplantation from other areas of the body is performed under local anesthesia using the FUE method.
- Beard and mustache transplantation. The procedure is performed by transplanting hair follicles from the back of the head or elsewhere on the body into the chin and upper lip. The operation is performed under local anesthesia and lasts about 8 hours. Thanks to the use of local anesthesia, the operation is painless. After beard and mustache hair transplantation, the patient does not have scars and the healing process is very quick. A man may experience temporary symptoms such as redness, swelling and dry skin, which will completely disappear after a few days. 2-4 weeks after the operation, hair in the beard and mustache will begin growing. In most cases, the doctor achieves an excellent result after the first procedure, but sometimes the second transplantation may be required.
- Eyebrow transplantation. This operation is performed under local anesthesia using the FUE technique. The procedure does not carry any risks and does not cause any side effects – in just a few hours, the patient receives thick and beautiful eyebrows.
- Other treatments for hair loss
Curriculum vitae
Dr. med. Mehmet Erdogan received his medical degree with honors from the Yeditepe University in Istanbul. He performs the surgical treatment for hair loss in hundreds of international patients from all over the world. The doctor has been actively practicing hair restoration surgery using the FUE technique since 2013. He has created a private practice dedicated exclusively to providing the very best hair loss treatments, including surgical or medical treatments for hair loss. He has always gravitated towards the surgical aspect of his specialties.
Professional Career
- 2013 Hair transplant surgeon.
- 2016 - 2018 International Relations and Marketing Director, Medicana Health Group.
- 2014 Medical Doctor, Kadikoy Hospital, Istanbul.
- 2013 - 2016 Deputy Medical Director, Medicana Çamlıca Hospital.
- 2013 Medical Doctor, Acıbadem Health Group.
- 2011 - 2013 Medical Doctor, Beykoz State Hospital, Istanbul.
Higher Education and Postgraduate Training
- 2017 Certificate of Competence in Mesotherapy.
- 2017 Certificate of Competence in Phytotherapy.
- 2013 Medical Aesthetician Course in Hair Transplantation.
- 2011 Anadolu University, Hospital Management.
- 2011 Faculty of Medicine, Yeditepe University, Istanbul.
Memberships in Professional Societies
- Istanbul Medical Chamber.
- Board Of Directors, Turkish Healthcare Travel Council.
Photo of the doctor: (c) Smile Hair Clinic
About hospital
The Smile Hair Clinic Istanbul is a progressive private highly specialized medical facility, within the walls of which the patient is offered all modern methods of hair transplantation in the head, beard and eyebrow. The medical center opened its doors in 2018, after which its prestige and credibility in the global medical arena has been steadily growing. The clinic was founded by two leading hair transplant specialists in Turkey – Dr. Gökay Bilgin and Dr. Mehmet Erdogan. Due to the exceptional professionalism of doctors and excellent treatment results, the names of specialists are widely known not only in Turkey, but also far beyond its borders.
To date, the clinic has performed more than 5,000 successful hair transplantation operations, which confirms the exceptional competence of the medical facility. The clinic is also accredited by the Turkish Ministry of Health.
The clinic's specialists admit patients from 18 to 65 years old for the diagnostics and treatment. It offers advanced treatments for alopecia (baldness). The medical facility is equipped with the latest technology and has excellent treatment rooms for Micro FUE and DHI procedures. In addition, the clinic has a comfortable lounge area with a table for table tennis, table football and darts – the patients have the opportunity to spend time between treatments in a comfortable and pleasant environment.
The main mission of the clinic is to provide patients with high-quality medical care in the most comfortable and cozy atmosphere. The medical center prides itself on providing patients with services based on the highest standards of modern medicine, which are combined with the best traditions of Turkish hospitality, from the day of its foundation to the present day.
Photo: (c) depositphotos
Accommodation in hospital
Hotel
During an outpatient program, the patient can stay at the hotel of his choice. If desired, it is possible to stay in a hotel on the territory of the hospital or in a nearby hotel. Our managers will help you choose the most suitable option.