Self Hair Clinic Istanbul Review

Self Hair Clinic Istanbul asserts that you can get your confidence back with hair. A trip package to the clinic entails free consultation, 5-star accommodation, and VIP transfers. However, does the clinic make a top choice for hair transplant in Istanbul?

Find out in this review of Self Hair Clinic Istanbul.

Self Hair Clinic Istanbul Review Summary

Booking process 4/5

• YES: English website available
• YES: Free hair loss consultation
• YES: Detailed information of procedures
• YES: Team information available
• NO: Clear price list available

Self Hair Clinic Istanbul has made strides in giving a smooth booking experience. For starters, the website is available in English, Turkish, Deutsch, and Spanish. You fill a form online for hair analysis and attach pictures of your head from different angles. Before discussing anything on the procedure, the doctor will first evaluate the photos and determine the best technique to be used and the number of grafts needed. For flexibility, you can choose the option to WhatsApp chat with the medical specialist.

You don’t need to make a deposit upfront before confirming your booking. All you need is a flight ticket and a confirmation of your details to book an appointment. If you have a busy schedule, the clinic can call you at your convenience when you leave your number on the website.

Pre-operational/ Consultations 1/5

• YES: Clear trip itinerary before trip
• NO: Possibility to reschedule booking for free
• NO: Pre-operational consultations included
• NO: Pre-operational kit included
• NO: Nutrition advice and supplements

If this is your first hair transplant, you will be underwhelmed by the preparations the clinic gives you. The name Self Hair Clinic Istanbul resounds with the fact that you will do most things independently. After sending you the trip itinerary, you are left to fend for yourself till you get to Istanbul. You will not receive any advice on your nutrition or suggestions for supplements while preparing for the hair transplant.

The only advantage is that the facility does not charge deposits; hence you can change your schedule without a charge. The day after your arrival is when all activities will occur, from the blood test to examinations. In case you have any questions concerning your visa plans, the clinic is ready to offer advice.

Arrival & Accommodation 4/5

• YES: English-speaking driver/coordinator available
• YES: 5 star Western standard hotel included
• YES: VIP Transfers included
• YES: 3 nights stay included
• NO: Blood test done upon arrival

On your arrival in Istanbul, a driver is on hand to collect you from the airport. The driver debriefs you on the location of the accommodation and also where Self Hair Clinic is situated. This gets you acclimatised with Istanbul.

Given its distance from the closest international airport, the driver’s services are necessary to navigate the maze of Istanbul’s streets to your hotel. The residence is at Hilton Istanbul—an international standard 5-star hotel, with a three-night stay. The first day is for relaxing after you arrive in Turkey, and the last day is your stay for your hair wash and removal of the bandage.

The VIP transfers also include your internal transfers to and from the clinic and hotel. Self Hair Clinic offers a luxurious experience and if you would wish to extend your stay in the beautiful city of Istanbul. The clinic can organise an extension at your cost.

Facility 1/5

• NO: Comfort. Lunch, entertainment, clothes, ergonomic chair and bed.
• NO: A-license (regulated by the Turkish government)
• YES: Laser Measured Hairline, Density Measurement- and Donor Area Selection Tool
• NO: Clinic only for hair transplants
• NO: Hospital Endorsed and Guaranteed Operation

The aesthetic appeal of the Self Hair Clinic is unmissable. The clinic operates in very hygienic conditions, similar to most hospitals in Europe. The staff goes out of their way to make the environment hospitable and give the clinic a home away from home feel. Given a typical hair transplant lasts up to 8 hours, you are likely to carry your snacks as there is no mention of lunch or refreshments.

A hair transplant at the facility is an efficient process. For instance, a laser measures your hairline, and a specialised tool is used for donor area selection. The clinic operates in a JCI Accredited Hospital, which translates to its specialist’s commitment to delivering the best level of care possible at all times.

Surgery & Doctor Involvement 4/5

• YES: Reputable Doctor Part of Operational Team
• YES: Nurses Part of Operational Team
• YES: Third Party Doctor Auditing of Operation for Perfect Result
• YES: English Speaking Medical Team
• NO: Needleless anaesthetics

Medical specialists carry out operations in the facility under the supervision of Dr Yilmaz Oztorun. All the members of the specialist team of doctors and nurses are present during the procedure. Expect the presence of the resident anesthesiologist who administers the local anaesthesia and ensures the operation goes on pain-free. The team converses in English, but a native speaker of your language shall be present at all times.

Aftercare 0/5

• NO: Standard Post Treatment Packages included
• NO: Financing options available
• NO: Minimum 3 post-operational consultations
• NO: Min. 2 months of aftercare products provided
• NO: 90% hair growth guarantee

Many lovely adjectives have been used to describe Self Hair Clinic’s medical team, facilities and booking process. However, the same can’t go for its aftercare services which aren’t provided at all. We would expect the clinic to offer a hair growth therapy session or post-operation consultations, but the clinic overlooks it. The disappointing tale continues since there are no financing options available. Haircare is a sensitive issue, but the facility still offers no product to start you off in recovery. All these translate to a below-par service that leaves the patient on their own during the post-operation phase.

Conclusion – We rate Self Hair Clinic Istanbul 2.83 out of 5

Self Hair Clinic has some impressive features and attractions. A lot can be said about its straight forward booking process, free online hair analysis and remarkable facilities. Despite this, it misses the mark on some critical aspects of pre-operation and post-operation care, justifying the median 2.8 out of 5 scores.

Self Hair Clinic offers a lot of significant information upfront. However, they fail to mention the critical issue of prices. It is hard not to imagine this lack of a clear price list as preparation for a nasty surprise when the bill comes. Pre and post-operational care affect the perception of excellent service, and that’s why we couldn’t rate the clinic higher. Despite delivering excellent results, the clinic fails to nail the essentials of client treatment.

With the rise in demand for high-quality hair transplants, the apparent advantage of affordable quality transplants in Turkey cannot be underrated. Despite the best marketing and promotions from Dr Yilmaz Oztorun and Self Hair Clinic, it is essential to understand that the clinic offers no guarantee with its procedure. However, it promises to deliver nothing but the best.

Hair Transplant Team

Are Self Hair Clinic Istanbul procedures done by Yilmaz Oztorun MD?

If you suffer from hair thinning, you are in good hands at Self Hair Clinic. Before specialising in hair transplants, Dr Yilmaz Oztorun MD was a practising general medical doctor. Dr Yilmaz Oztorun is a graduate of the Faculty of Medicine of Çukurova. He also has credentials in Phytotherapy, Mesotherapy and Medical Aesthetics and continually updates his knowledge. After leaving medical practice in 2014, he became a full-time hair transplant specialist. He is present during procedures and supervises transplants for both men and women.

The team’s details and their credentials are available on the website. This familiarises patients with the team and builds confidence in their capacity. The doctor, two transplant coordinators and an anaesthesiologist comprise the operation team. Since its establishment in 2009, this team has conducted hair transplants together at the clinic. They have developed working chemistry and perform transplants, almost synchronously. Best of all, being English speaking, you can engage with them during the whole process of hair transplantation.

Before and After Pictures

Self Hair Clinic Istanbul Results And Before and After Pictures

Below you will find some before and after pictures of hair transplants from Self Hair Clinic Istanbul. There are not many photos available, but those images we gathered vouch for the clinic’s ability to transform looks at the hands of Dr. Yilmaz Oztorun and his team. From their social media, the team is proud of their work and takes pride in standing beside their patients with video testimonials for some of them.

Methods and Treatments

Self Hair Clinic Istanbul Transplantation Methods & Treatments

The doctor at the facility prefers to use the FUE with the sapphire blades technique. While the Steel blades work well, they lose sharpness over time, leading to the incisions’ deformation. This leads to longer healing times and scaring.

Since the sapphire method came into existence, it is quickly becoming the industry standard for hair transplants. The clinic also operates with the DHI technique, transfers whole follicles to donor areas without opening channels thanks to the use of implanters. This technique is efficient for small-scale operations, and the team can handle a transplant for DHI with less than 2000 grafts.

Costs

Self Hair Clinic Istanbul Cost of Hair Transplants, Available Packages And Extras

While scouring the website and other information sources, we found no indication of the prices charged for hair transplants at Self Hair Clinic Istanbul. Information was also limited to what the added extras of transfers, accommodation, and translation cost. This is counterproductive, given the amount of detail used to describe other services.

• Hair Transplant procedure
• 5-star hotel
• VIP transfers
• Interpreter (if necessary)

Despite a dearth of information on the pricing structure, optional extras, and other services, the clinic does not charge any deposits for the procedure. Charges are only given after a physical examination. This means that you will not get an exact estimate of the costs from the online consultation. A flight ticket and your details are enough to book an appointment at the clinic.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

Is Self Hair Clinic Istanbul on IG?

Yes, they are. The company has a strong social media with advertisements of their offering and before and after pictures. However, a considerable number of their posts are in Turkish delineating the international market.

Is Self Hair Clinic Istanbul performing surgeries in a hospital?

No, they don’t. Self Hair Clinic Istanbul exists independently but with associations to the Medicana group of hospitals, which are a large healthcare facility in Turkey.

Does Self Hair Clinic Istanbul have an A-License?

No, it does not. That’s why the clinic cannot perform more than one operation a day and is restricted from other services by the Turkish Ministry of Health.