Who doesn’t want to look and feel their best self by undergoing a hair transplant procedure to add years to their lives? The most straightforward solution to access the most experienced clinics with the best affordable price may be hidden in a little adventure, unless you want to pay a fortune. Let’s have a quick look at the cost of a hair transplant in various countries!

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The good news is that you have an access to the same hair transplant treatment technology that Elon Musk has had, without having your net worth anywhere close to his (not to mention that we hope you do). That is a great equal cosmetic opportunity indeed, among all the luxuries only accessible by the ultra-wealthy.

The most affordable hair transplantation in the world: Turkey

Luckily for all of us, the most advanced clinics in Turkey offer the highest quality treatment and set the world standards happen to be in an amazingly beautiful place with one of the most hospitable cultures in the world, way worth the adventure and the journey. Did we say also the most affordable? The cost of hair transplant in Turkey is between 2,000 and 4,000 USD. Yes, it’s the lovely land of kebab and azure beaches of the Mediterranean.

Hair transplant cost per graft in Turkey

On average, people get about 4000 hair grafts transplanted to the recipient area, and the average cost of hair transplant is $2,800. Hence, the average hair transplant cost per graft in Turkey is $0.70 per graft.

The reasons

Statistics show that Turkey is the # 1 destination specifically for hair transplant procedures among other medical and cosmetic treatments. The proof is not only in the data but also at Istanbul airport where it’s common to see groups of men with bandaged heads that almost look like a cult. Although the tribal or culty connections are none, these men do have something in common; they are smart. Let us explain why…

Reasons that have put Turkey in the spotlight for hair transplant procedures are:

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Top talent surgeons

The quality of education in medical schools; only the top students enter good medical schools and be a part of a professional hair transplant team in Turkey.

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Experience

Medical doctors see plenty of patients even before they receive their title thanks to Turkey’s 85 million population. Practice makes perfect.

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Low costs

Since rent and labour aren’t costly in Turkey, a team of seasoned surgeons can offer reasonable prices for a top level operation.

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High technology

Hair transplant clinics in Turkey invest in the latest technology and Turkish doctors are frequenters of international medical conferences to stay up to date. Mind you that one of the COVID-19 vaccines (BioNTech) was invented by Turkish doctors.

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All inclusive packages

Unbeatable packages that put the country’s long-standing history in tourism and hospitality forward by offering 5-star hotel stays, personal interpreters and even a very useful goodie bag.

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Top talent surgeons

The quality of education in medical schools; only the top students enter good medical schools and be a part of a professional hair transplant team in Turkey.

experienced professional icon

Experience

Medical doctors see plenty of patients even before they receive their titles thanks to Turkey’s 85 million population. Practice makes perfect.

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Low cost

Since rent and labour aren’t costly in Turkey, a team of seasoned surgeons can offer reasonable prices for a top level operation that will help you achieve the best results.

inclusive hospitality

All inclusive packages

Unbeatable packages that put the country’s long-standing history in tourism and hospitality forward by offering 5-star hotel stays, personal interpreters and even a very useful goodie bag.

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High technology

Hair transplant clinics in Turkey invest in the latest technology and Turkish doctors are frequenters of international medical conferences to stay up to date. Mind you that one of the COVID-19 vaccines (BioNTech) was invented by Turkish doctors.

Hair Transplant Cost in Turkey

It is in fact so affordable, that you may end up feeling guilty. The cost of a hair transplant operation depends on variables such as the number of grafts you need and the type of technique and technology used. To give you an idea, we will take you through a typical all-inclusive package offered at a top clinic in upmarket Istanbul:

Two ways VIP airport transfers
Consultation with a top surgeon
Medical check-up including blood tests
All pre and post-surgery medications
Essential after-care package
Lifetime guarantee
2 nights accommodation in a 5-star hotel
A translator who speaks your language
Free after-care access and services
Up to 6000 grafts with a doctor with min 10 years of experience

An average price for all of the above mentioned services gathered as a package will cost you between $2500 and $4000.

5 Factors That Can Affect the Cost of Your Hair Transplant

To help you understand what it is exactly that fluctuates the cost of a hair transplant universally, let’s take a look at the guideline we prepared for you.

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1. Size of the balding area

As explained shortly above in the previous section, there’s a direct correlation between the area you wish to be covered and the cost of your hair transplant. You should know that there’s a bottom price even if you only want fifty grafts transplanted. The reason for this is quite obvious; the time and preparations of the surgeon and technicians, sterilization and prep of the operation room, and the time spent by the clinic to make arrangements for you are the same or similar as other more complicated hair transplant procedures.

Regarding time spent under local anaesthetics; shorter procedures for a few hundred to one thousand grafts are usually finished in less than two hours. Accordingly, a 5000 graft operation requires 4 to 6 hours depending on the difficulty.

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2. The technique and tools

Typically, Turkey leads the way in hair transplant technology and the most used hair transplantation technique is called FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction).

There are other methods for hair transplant procedures, namely Ice (Frozen) Sapphire FUE, FUT, FUSS, DHI, and Hybrid. It is your surgeon who should suggest the best-suited technique for your particular situation after a thorough consultation and medical examination.

Tools that are used may also affect your hair transplant’s cost. As an example, the use of a sapphire blade typically increases the cost of such a procedure while reducing scarring and thus healing time.

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3. The clinic, the surgeon, and the team

Putting hyped Hollywood surgeons and upper segment aesthetic clinics aside, an experienced and skilled surgeon with a minimum of ten years of hair transplant-specific experience is the way to go. This isn’t a budget item you want to cut the costs from. Deep research can land you at a great clinic with 100% trustworthy surgeons and memorable customer service, especially in Turkey.

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4. Location advantage/disadvantage

One of the reasons behind Turkey’s success as the top destination for hair transplants is its geoarbitrage advantage. A low cost of living also means lower wages and lower rent. The minimum wage in one country can be a top surgeon’s salary in another.

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5. Package deals vs. just the hair transplant procedure itself

Say you have booked your hair transplant in Canada because that’s where you live. Just the procedure itself will cost you from $10,000 up to $20,000 depending on the above-mentioned variants.

For less than the opening price of just the hair transplant over in Canada, you can get a couple of nights’ accommodation in a luxury hotel & VIP clinic transfers, and the hair transplant operation in Turkey, including aftercare medications and cosmetics.

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An additional $300 to $400 will get you to incredible Cappadocia or to a 5-star beach resort in the Mediterranean before or after your surgery, flights and transfers included. Decades of hospitality experience combined with medical expertise have created an opportunity not to be missed in Turkey for those still hesitant to book their hair transplant journey. It is for sure the best thing money can buy which doesn’t require you to be rich at all!