Hair Transplant

DHI & FUE Sapphire Beard Transplant

Beard transplantation at Nobel Clinic Istanbul allows you to achieve a full, natural-looking beard thanks to the combined DHI Stylo Choi and FUE Saphir techniques. This procedure is ideal for men wishing to fill in sparse areas, create a full beard, or conceal scars. The follicle-by-follicle implantation guarantees a perfectly natural result with precise control of the angle and direction of growth.

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Duration
4 to 6 hours depending on the number of grafts (1000 to 3000 grafts)
Anesthesia
Local anesthesia
Hospitalization
Outpatient (no hospitalization)
Safety
Certified protocols

The procedure in video

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Price

2 200 €

2 500 €

Current offer
Duration of stay
3 days / 2 nights
Hotel
Hotel included in the package
Package details

Included

  • consultation with our surgeon
  • pre-operative blood tests
  • 2 complimentary nights in a 5★ hotel
  • transfers within Istanbul
  • medication
  • specialised medical interpreter
  • post-operative follow-up

Not included

  • flights
  • additional hotel nights beyond 2

Indicative price, subject to a personalized medical assessment.

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Goals and Benefits

  • Creating a full, even beard
  • Filling in sparse areas (cheeks, chin, mustache)
  • Defining beard contours
  • Camouflage of facial scars
  • Natural result with optimal growth direction

Indications

  • No beard or patchy beard
  • Hairless areas on the face (cheeks, chin)
  • Asymmetrical or uneven beard
  • Scars to conceal (acne, burns, accidents)
  • Men over 20 with a stable hair growth pattern

Why choose our clinic for this procedure?

  • DHI technique for precise beard angle control
  • Regrowth rate over 95%
  • Invisible scarring in the donor area
  • Experienced facial transplant team
  • Post-operative follow-up for 12 months

Preoperative Preparation

  • Consultation with facial hair analysis
  • Definition of desired beard design
  • Assessment of the donor area (scalp)
  • Smoking cessation 2 weeks prior
  • Alcohol cessation 1 week prior
  • Do not shave existing beard 3 days prior (for evaluation)

How the Procedure Is Performed

  1. Consultation and assessment

    Consultation with facial hair analysis

  2. Sapphire FUE harvesting

    The follicles are extracted from the donor area (occiput of the scalp) using sapphire micro-punch.

  3. Graft selection

    The selected grafts ideally contain 1 to 2 hairs for a natural beard appearance.

  4. DHI implantation with the Choi pen

    Implantation is performed with the Choi Stylo (DHI), which allows for precise control of the angle (25 to 35 degrees, the natural beard angle), depth, and direction of each follicle.

  5. Direct implantation, no channels

    No channels are created beforehand; the implantation is direct for maximum density.

Technologies and equipment used

  • Stylo Choi

    DHI implanter pen for the direct placement of hair grafts.

  • FUE Saphir

    Follicle extraction performed with sapphire blades, for fine micro-incisions.

Safety & Protocols

  1. Before the procedure

    See the preoperative preparation
  2. During the procedure

    DHI technique for precise beard angle control

    Regrowth rate over 95%

    Invisible scarring in the donor area

    Experienced facial transplant team

  3. Remote follow-up

    Post-operative follow-up for 12 months

Postoperative Follow-up and Recovery

  1. Day 0

    Outpatient (no hospitalization)

  2. Days 1 to 3

    Sleep with your head elevated for 3 days

  3. Day 3

    Perform the first gentle wash after 3 days

  4. First days

    Redness and small scabs around the grafts will appear for 7 to 10 days

  5. First week

    Do not touch the transplanted area for 1 week

  6. Day 10

    The scabs will fall off naturally around day 10

  7. Weeks 2 to 4

    A shock loss phase (shedding of the transplanted hairs) will occur between the 2nd and 4th weeks; this is normal

  8. Month 3

    Visible regrowth will begin around the 3rd month

  9. Months 6 to 12

    Results will be visible at 6-9 months, and final at 12 months

Indicative timelines: every recovery is specific to the patient and follows the surgeon's instructions.

Expected Results

A transplanted beard is permanent and lasting. The hairs can be shaved, trimmed, and maintained like a natural beard. The density achieved is uniform, and the result is undetectable. Scars on the donor area are invisible (0.8mm micro-punches).

Frequently asked questions

Which anesthesia is used?

Local anesthesia

How long does the procedure take?

4 to 6 hours depending on the number of grafts (1000 to 3000 grafts)

Does the procedure require a hospital stay?

Outpatient (no hospitalization)

When can I resume my activities?

Redness and small scabs around the grafts will appear for 7 to 10 days Sleep with your head elevated for 3 days Do not touch the transplanted area for 1 week Perform the first gentle wash after 3 days The scabs will fall off naturally around day 10 A shock loss phase (shedding of the transplanted hairs) will occur between the 2nd and 4th weeks; this is normal Visible regrowth will begin around the 3rd month Results will be visible at 6-9 months, and final at 12 months

Is the result long-lasting?

A transplanted beard is permanent and lasting. The hairs can be shaved, trimmed, and maintained like a natural beard. The density achieved is uniform, and the result is undetectable. Scars on the donor area are invisible (0.8mm micro-punches).

How much does the procedure cost?

From 2 200 €. Indicative price, subject to a personalized medical assessment.

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