DHI Hair Transplant (Choi Pen)
Package£3,038
Direct hair implantation (DHI) uses an implanter pen to place individual groups of follicles. Ask how the team plans the angle and direction of the grafts along your hairline.
Select DHI (£3,038)
FOLLICULAR RESTORATION IN ISTANBUL
Hair transplants in Turkey
A hair transplant starts with a careful look at your donor hair and how your hair loss may progress. We help UK patients compare DHI, Sapphire FUE and robot-assisted DHI, with an itemised quote and a plan for their stay in Istanbul.
Ask about your stay, transfers and aftercare
From £3,038
THREE HAIR TRANSPLANT TECHNIQUES
Compare hair transplant techniques
The right technique depends on your hair loss pattern, your donor area and what you want to achieve. A specialist can explain what a transplant may achieve and whether you’re a suitable candidate.
Sapphire FUE Hair Transplant
Package£3,378
Follicular unit extraction (FUE) takes individual groups of follicles from the donor area. In Sapphire FUE, the clinician uses a sapphire blade to make the small channels where grafts will be placed.
Select Sapphire FUE (£3,378)Robotic DHI Hair Transplant
Package£4,050
The clinic may use digital tools to map the donor area and plan implantation. Ask which steps are assisted by technology and which are carried out by the clinician.
Select Robotic DHI (£4,050)How the three techniques compare
| Clinical Criteria | DHI (Choi Implanter) | Sapphire FUE | Robotic DHI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guide price | £3,038 | £3,378 | £4,050 |
| Ideal Coverage Area | Hairline design, temples & mid-scalp density boost | Extensive frontal-to-crown restoration | High-precision hairline + donor mapping |
| Unshaven / Long-Hair Option | Yes (recipient area can remain unshaven) | Full shave usually recommended for hygiene & speed | Available for eligible candidates |
| Channel Creation Method | Simultaneous Choi-pen insertion (no pre-incisions) | V-shaped micro-sapphire blades | Optical planning + Choi-pen direct placement |
| Procedure Duration | 6 – 8 hours (with lunch break) | 6 – 7 hours (with lunch break) | 6 – 8 hours (with lunch break) |
| Scab Shedding Window | Days 8 – 10 | Days 9 – 11 | Days 8 – 10 |
STREAMLINED 3-DAY SCHEDULE
A typical three-day stay in Istanbul
Confirm your treatment and follow-up appointments before booking flights.
Day 1 • Arrival
Airport Pickup & Hotel Check-In
If your quote includes a transfer, your driver meets you at the agreed Istanbul airport and takes you to your accommodation.
Day 2 • Procedure Day
Blood Tests, Hairline Design & Transplant
The team checks your donor area and discusses your hairline before treatment. Ask who will perform each step and how they’ll keep you comfortable during the procedure.
Day 3 • First Wash & Return
Clinical Check, Lotion Wash & Airport Transfer
The team checks the donor and graft areas and shows you how to wash your scalp. Ask for written aftercare instructions and a contact for questions after you return.
HONEST POST-OP TIMELINE
What to expect as your hair grows
Healing and visible regrowth vary. Ask your clinic what to expect and when it will review your progress.
Days 1 – 10
The first wash
Follow the clinic’s instructions for washing and looking after the grafts while your scalp heals.
Weeks 3 – 8
Early shedding
Some transplanted hairs may shed before regrowth begins. Ask your clinical team how to recognise a problem that needs checking.
Months 3 – 6
Early regrowth
New hair can take several months to appear and may come through unevenly at first.
Months 12 – 18
Later follow-up
Hair can continue to thicken over the following months. Ask when the clinic plans to assess your result.
Hair Transplant FAQs
How is the number of grafts decided?
The number of grafts should reflect your donor area, the pattern of hair loss and how it may progress. Ask the specialist how they arrived at their estimate and what they would leave available for future treatment.
Is the hair transplant painful?
Hair transplants are usually carried out under local anaesthetic. Ask your clinician what you may feel during the procedure and how to manage discomfort afterwards.
Can I wear a cap on the flight back to the UK?
Ask your clinic when you can wear a hat and what type avoids rubbing the grafts. Follow its instructions on washing and protecting your scalp on the journey home.
TALK TO OUR TEAM
Make a free enquiry
Tell us which treatment you’re considering. We’ll help you get an itemised quote in pounds and explain what happens next.
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