FUT Hair Transplant
Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT), also called strip surgery, removes a thin strip of scalp from the donor area. Individual follicular units are then dissected and transplanted to balding areas. FUT allows harvesting more grafts than FUE in a single session—up to 4,000-5,000+ grafts. 💡 **Pro...
What is FUT Hair Transplant?
Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT), also called strip surgery, removes a thin strip of scalp from the donor area. Individual follicular units are then dissected and transplanted to balding areas. FUT allows harvesting more grafts than FUE in a single session—up to 4,000-5,000+ grafts.
What to Know Before You Go
Pro Tip:
FUT is excellent for patients who wear their hair longer, as the linear scar is easily covered. If you want to wear very short hair (buzz cut), consider FUE instead — the tiny dot scars are less noticeable.
Insider Note:
Trichophytic closure technique minimizes scar visibility by allowing hair to grow through the scar line. Ask if your surgeon offers this advanced suturing method for better cosmetic outcomes.
Cost of FUT Hair Transplant in Turkey
| Treatment Options | Turkey | UK | USA | Savings vs Turkey |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2,000-3,000 | €1,500-€2,500 | £5,000-€8,000 | $7,000-€12,000 | 70-80% |
| 3,000-4,000 | €2,000-€3,500 | £7,000-€12,000 | $10,000-€15,000 | 70-80% |
| 4,000-5,000+ | €2,500-€4,500 | £10,000-€15,000 | $12,000-€20,000 | 75-80% |
What's Included
FUT Hair Transplant packages in Turkey typically cover:
Pre-operative consultation and blood tests
Hairline design and graft calculation
Surgery with experienced surgeon
Local anesthesia with sedation
Post-operative medications
Suture removal appointment
PRP treatment (often included)
Follow-up support
Benefits
Maximum grafts in single session (4,000–5,000+)
Higher graft survival rate
Shorter procedure time vs FUE
Ideal for advanced baldness
Permanent natural results
More efficient donor use
Lower cost per graft
The Process
Procedure
Design
Hairline designed and graft count calculated.
Anesthesia
Local anesthesia with sedation administered.
Strip removal
Thin donor strip harvested from back of head (30-60 min).
Closure
Donor area sutured using trichophytic technique (30 min).
Dissection
Strip separated into individual grafts by technicians (1-3 hours).
Implantation
Grafts placed into recipient sites (2-4 hours).
Recovery & Downtime
Potential Side Effects
- Linear scar in donor area (permanent, hidden under hair of 1cm+ length)
- Swelling for 3–5 days(70–80% of patients)
- Numbness near incision(50–70% of patients, temporary)
- Discomfort at suture site for 7–10 days(100% of patients)
- Shock loss of transplanted hairs(95% of patients, regrows)
Is This Right For You?
✓ Ideal candidates:
- ●Need maximum grafts (advanced baldness)
- ●Wear hair longer (scar hidden)
- ●Good donor density
- ●Norwood 5-7 patterns
✗ Not suitable for:
- ●Want to wear very short hair
- ●Previous scalp surgeries
- ●Poor healing/keloid tendency
- ●Very tight scalp
What patients say about FUT Hair Transplant in Turkey
Patients frequently highlight excellent post-op support and painless extraction when discussing their Hair Transplant Fut experience.
Top mentions
Insights are based on publicly available Google reviews from clinics listed on TurkeyBeautyGuide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Facts
- Category: Hair Restoration
- Safety: High
Average Prices in Turkey
EUR 2000–3000Prices vary by clinic, materials, and scope.
Top Clinics for FUT Hair Transplant
Discover verified clinics specializing in FUT Hair Transplant with top ratings and expert practitioners.
Dr Serkan Aygın Hair Transplant Clinic - Istanbul Turkey
"As a female patient, I was concerned about the embarrassment of shaving my head, so during my consultation the clinic recommended Long DHI—a surgical technique specifically designed for patients with long hair. While this approach clearly increases the complexity of the procedure, it offered the discretion I was looking for. After several weeks of careful research, I chose Dr. Serken Aygin Hair Transplant Clinic because of its outstanding reputation in this field. I decided to schedule the surgery during my short Christmas break, combining the procedure with a visit to this beautiful city. From the moment I arrived, the clinic provided thoughtful airport and clinic transfer services, making the entire experience seamless. From pre-operative planning to the surgery itself and post-operative care, the team demonstrated exceptional professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care. Communication with the customer service representative was smooth and efficient, and the treatment schedule was extremely well organized. Thanks to the surgical team’s excellent skills, the procedure was efficient and went very smoothly. There was virtually no pain during the surgery, and with my long hair covering the area, it was almost impossible to tell that the donor and recipient areas had just undergone treatment. Starting the day after surgery, I wore the cap provided by the clinic and spent several days exploring the city with complete confidence. This experience allowed me to enhance my appearance while also enjoying famous local attractions, making the trip truly worthwhile. Long DHI is truly a blessing for female patients—the recovery is remarkably fast. After approximately six hours of surgery, aside from mild swelling-related discomfort during the first two days, I was able to move freely and felt comfortable going out in public. When I returned to work after the New Year, I’m confident no one suspected I had undergone surgery. I sincerely thank the medical team at Dr. Serken Aygin Hair Transplant Clinic for their outstanding surgical expertise, as well as the service team for their patience and attentiveness. I look forward to seeing even better results over time."
— Lan
Ist Smile Experts
"I was honestly nervous about traveling abroad for dental work, but IST Smile exceeded all expectations. From the airport pickup to the final result, everything was smooth and professional. My new smile looks amazing — thank you to the whole team"
— alyaa basheer
𝑬𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒌𝒂 𝑩𝒐𝒅𝒓𝒖𝒎
"Estetika Bodrum is the best beauty clinic not only in Bodrum area but the whole Turkish coast! The highly professional and extremely well educated surgeons and nurses, performing amazing beauty procedures. Me and my friend had Dysport face injections and also PRP face. The results were amazing and the price is 1/3 of European prices. We are now already planning our next trip to Estetika Bodrum. Memorable experience. Congratulations to the devoted and heartfelt team. We have become your huge fans."
— Gregor Jamnik
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"I wish you continued great success, brother 😍"
— Sezen Aksu
AEK Hair Clinic
"After I had face to face meetings with top clinics in Istanbul, I've found out that AEK clinic was the least focused on pleasing the patient, which gave me the trust that they are not interested in selling you the procedure but actually letting you know about your exact situation and what to expect. That prepares you to have realistic expectations and not everything you wish for. Me personally found comfort in this and trusted them with 2 procedures in 2 years, and I'm quite happy with the results."
— Deni Nae
AHD Clinic
"It was a great experience - from day one I felt like in good hands. I was a bit preoccupied that the procedure would be painful, but zero pain and I even managed to fall asleep during the procedure once or twice. No pain the next day either, didn’t even take painkillers. Looking forward to seeing the result"
— Y K
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