Blend Cell Hair Transplant

Stem cell surgery, also commonly known as stem cell transplant or stem cell therapy, is a revolutionary method of treating many medical conditions. Stem cells are unique cells that can transform into different cells in the body and have more healing power than many other methods. Stem Cells are your little mechanical repairmen who regenerate and repair damaged tissues or organs.

There are different types of stem cell procedures and they can be performed in different ways, depending on your medical condition or your recovery processes related to your medical condition. We can list the main stem cell treatments as follows..

• Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT): In a bone marrow transplant, stem cells are typically collected from a donor's bone marrow or from the patient himself (autologous transplant) and then transplanted into the bone marrow of the recipient. This procedure is often used to treat conditions such as leukemia, lymphoma and certain genetic disorders.
• Peripheral Blood Stem Cell Transplant (PBSCT): Stem cells can also be collected from the peripheral blood of a donor or patient and then transplanted. This is less invasive than bone marrow harvesting and is commonly used to treat similar conditions.
• Cord Blood Transplant: Stem cells can be harvested from the umbilical cord blood of a newborn baby and stored for future use. Cord blood transplants are typically used to treat certain genetic disorders and blood-related conditions.
• Adult Stem Cell Therapy: Some stem cell therapies use the patient's own adult stem cells, which can be collected from various sources such as adipose tissue (fat) or bone marrow. These cells can then be used to treat a range of conditions such as joint injuries, cardiac diseases and autoimmune disorders.

A stem cell procedure aims to replace or repair damaged or malfunctioning cells or tissues, stimulating the body's natural regenerative processes and improving the patient's health. On a doctor's recommendation, there may be many advantages to combining Stem Cell procedures with hair transplants. 

Stem cells can stimulate the growth and repair of transplanted hair follicle tissues and increase the survival of hair follicles many times over. During the growth phase, stem cells contribute to thicker, denser, and healthier hair growth. 

Stem cell therapy can reduce the risk of inflammation, one of the general risks of surgical procedures, by half.
Stem cells repair incision scars in the donor and recipient sites and promote tissue regeneration. Stem cells improve the appearance of these incisions and minimize scarring.

Existing Medical Conditions: Patients with certain medical conditions may still be suitable candidates, but the underlying health issues must be managed and stabilized. Common medical conditions to consider include diabetes, hypertension, autoimmune disorders, and cardiovascular conditions. If you have any of these diseases, you should get approval for a stem cell hair transplant from your own doctor and be very candid with Best Self Club doctors about your medical history.

Age: Age criteria alone do not disqualify you from hair transplant operations. If you are medically healthy and your donor area is suitable, hair transplant is an option for you. However, as we age, our cells may slow down in repairing scarred tissues. If you are eligible for a hair transplant, a stem cell hair transplant will contribute to your recovery and accelerate the process.

Medications: Regular medication routine due to certain medical conditions is definitely information that you should share with your doctor before hair transplant procedures. Some medications should be discontinued before the hair transplant procedure, while others do not have to be discontinued. Although hair transplant procedures are minimally invasive surgically, some complications may arise when medications are used. Stem cell hair transplant can minimize or eliminate these complications.

Blood Clotting Disorders: Individuals with blood clotting disorders may require special precautions to minimize the risk of bleeding during the procedure. In such cases, accurate information is very important as our Best Self Club doctors will take personalized measures.

Your Journey to Hair Restoration in Turkey: A Smooth Consultation Process

We at Best Self Club know that traveling to Turkey for a hair transplant is a big decision. We ensure that the entire process for hair transplant in Türkiye is as comfortable as possible for you, from free pre-arrival consultation to booking your flight ticket, from airport pick-up to accommodation, from emergency consultation during and after the operation to excursions in the city and in the country. 

Our consultation process ensures that you feel safe and well-informed every step of the way. We are dedicated to providing you with exceptional care and support from your online consultation to your last day in Turkey. Let's take a look at all the steps in the process:

1. Step: Online Consultation 
   The journey starts with a simple but very important step - your online consultation. You can kick-start the process easily from the comfort of your own home. When you apply to us as Best Self Club for your hair transplant operation, the process starts with you sending us pictures of your hair. Our experienced team of specialists will determine the level of hair loss and recommend the most appropriate technique and treatment plan for you.

   Our hair transplant specialists will inform you about all the details when your suitability for hair transplant operation is determined and you will be able to share your goals and expectations during this meeting. You can set up video meetings with your medical consultants and make sure that your needs are fully understood. At Best Self Club, we believe in accessible communication and complete transparency.

   After discussing all the details of your personalized treatment plan, you can get detailed information about the costs of hair transplant surgery.

2. Step: Decision to Travel 
   Once you receive your personalized treatment plan and decide to proceed, we will guide you through the process of traveling to Türkiye. If you wish, our team can make your flight reservation for you, or they can provide you with detailed guidance on suitable dates. Our Visa Consultants will also provide all the details for a smooth transition for passport holders who require a visa.

   You will be provided with 5-star accommodation in the most popular areas of Istanbul for an experience where you can relax and feel the comfort of home during your visit. You can meet with our team to plan your hotel preferences and the necessary details.

   At Best Self Club, you will feel welcomed and cared for from the moment you land at the airport upon your arrival in Turkey. Your private driver will be waiting for you at the airport from the moment you land and will escort you to your luxury accommodation. You can relax before your hair transplant operation and rest assured that every detail of your journey is taken care of.

3. Step: Hair Transplant Operation 
   On the morning of your hair transplant operation, your private driver will pick you up from your hotel and accompany you to the clinic. You will have a face-to-face consultation with our hair transplant doctor and specialists to address your last-minute questions before hair transplant operation and to make sure you are fully prepared for hair transplant.

   Our expert surgeons and experienced team will perform our hair transplant operation.

4. Step: Control Day After the hair transplant 
   Control Day After the hair transplant operation, your controls will be provided by our doctors and your hair will be washed by our expert team. You will be informed in detail about what needs to be done regarding the hair transplant operation and the instructions to be followed.
5. Step: Journey Back to Home 
   After completing your unforgettable hair transplant experience at Best Self Club, your private driver will escort you safely to the airport for your flight home. After this stage, our consultants can ask you for photos at certain intervals and, if necessary, recommend various medications to make the process more effective.

1. Consultation and Planning: On your first visit to the clinic, you will have a physical consultation with our skilled surgeons. When all your questions are answered, your personalized hair transplant procedure and stem cell surgery plans are made. Blend Cell operation starts with the stem cell first. The operation is initiated after the results of the blood tests performed to measure the values required for the operation are received. 
2. Anesthesia: Local anesthesia is administered for maximum comfort during your stem cell operation. The pain-free operation provided by sedation anesthesia ensures that your doctor performs the procedure meticulously and that the patient remains conscious throughout the entire operation.

3. Stem Cell Application: Stem cells, which are the first step of Blend Cell hair transplant, are collected from certain parts of your body according to the chosen technique. The stem cells are either injected into the scalp or combined with a solution and applied topically to the scalp.

   The aim is to enhance the regenerative and healing properties of the transplanted follicles. After the stem cell application is finished, it is very important to follow the post-operative care instructions specified by your doctor. For the next two days after the stem cell operation, you can explore Istanbul, go shopping, or relax.

4. Consultation and Planning: After 2 days, your second visit to the clinic is scheduled, and you will have a physical consultation with our experienced hair transplant doctors. When all your questions are answered, your personalized hair transplant operation plan is made. In accordance with your expectations and needs, a hairline drawing is made in accordance with your face and muscle structure.

   Hair follicles are examined at microscopic levels with a device that features a software program based on statistics and descriptions of hair models designed for hair transplant examination. The examination reveals the closest graft number to the actual number of grafts according to the capacity of the donor area. The operation is initiated after the results of the blood tests performed to measure the values required for the operation are received.

5. Anesthesia: For your hair transplant procedure to be carried out with maximum comfort, personalized local anesthetics are applied to the donor and procedure areas. The pain-free operation provided by local anesthesia ensures that the hair transplant specialists perform the procedure meticulously and that the patient remains conscious throughout the entire operation. 
6. Hair transplant operation: The hair transplant operation will proceed according to the stages of the technique that your doctor can use to achieve the best result for you. You can find detailed information about the procedures by clicking on the options below.

• DHI (Direct Hair Implantation)
• Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE)
• Blend Duo (DHI-FUE)

• Immediately After The Procedure

  Immediately after the stem cell procedure, you may experience some discomfort, swelling and redness in the treatment areas.
  The pain is typically mild to moderate and can be managed with prescription or over-the-counter pain medication.
  You may be advised to avoid strenuous activities, heavy lifting and direct sun exposure in the first days following the procedure.

• 2 Day Break

  During this period, if your stem cell treatment was performed through liposuction (fat removal), minimal pain and bruising may be observed where the fat was removed.These bruises will gradually disappear within 2 weeks.

• Hair Transplant and Post-Transplant Recovery

  You may feel some discomfort and swelling in both the donor and recipient areas.The isotonic fluid injected under the skin in the recipient and donor area may ooze pink on your pillow for a few nights after the hair transplant.

  Not to worry, it's not bleeding. It indicates that if this fluid is out of the body as soon as possible, your edema will dissipate at the same speed.Scabs may start to form on the recipient area.This is a natural part of the recovery process.

• 3rd-7th Days

  Gentle Wash: After the first 48 hours, your hair and scalp will be gently washed by our expert team at the clinic.
  Your consultant will provide you with the necessary instructions on how to wash your hair when you return home after the wash.

  Edema: Isotonic fluids injected during the hair transplant surgery can migrate down under the scalp towards your face. These edema and swelling that may occur on your face are temporary.You should drink as much water as possible and avoid salty foods.

• 2nd-4th Weeks

  Scabbing and Hair Loss: It is common for transplanted hair to be lost in the first few months. This is a normal part of the hair growth cycle. Scabbing in the recipient area is also part of the recovery. You should not scratch the scabs. Your medical consultant will provide you with instructions on how to wash your hair to remove the scab.

• Long Term Recovery (6-12 Months and Beyond)

  Be Patient: The final results of a hair transplant can take a year or more to develop fully. The results of hair transplants are visible gradually. Starting in the sixth month, the first growths turn into densification within one year.

  Care: After your hair transplant, it is important to maintain results by following your surgeon's guidance for hair care and taking any prescribed medications or supplements to support hair health and longevity.

Stem Cell Harvesting from Adipose Tissue (Fat):

If the stem cells are harvested from adipose (fat) tissue, it typically involves a minimally invasive liposuction procedure to harvest the fat. Liposuction incisions are usually small and strategically placed in inconspicuous areas such as the abdomen or thighs.
These incisions are usually small enough to heal with minimal scarring and often become barely noticeable over time.

Micro liposuction is a minimally invasive procedure that involves removing fatty tissue from behind the ears. The surgeon accesses the subcutaneous fat layer through small incisions of 2-4 mm. Since these incisions are usually by behind the ear, they are invisible and fade over time.

Stem Cell Harvesting from Bone Marrow

Collecting stem cells from bone marrow typically requires a procedure in which a small sample of bone marrow is removed from the hip bone. The incision for bone marrow extraction is usually small and made to minimize scarring. Over time, the scar from bone marrow extraction may fade and become less noticeable.

Recipient Site Incisions for Stem Cell Application

When stem cells are applied directly to the scalp through injection or topical application, there may be small puncture wounds or needle marks at the application sites. These incisions or scars are typically minimal and heal relatively quickly.

Hair Transplant Incisions

Although FUE, DHI or Blend Duo hair transplantation scars and incisions are generally similar to each other, there may be slight differences depending on the technique to be used. Here are scars and incisions according to techniques:

A.) FUE Hair Transplant

1. Donor Area Scars
   The primary area where FUE involves incisions and potential scars is the donor area. In FUE hair transplant

   Micro Incision: Instead of a single long incision, FUE employs a series of very small, circular or elliptical micro-incisions in the donor area. These incisions are typically 0.7 mm to 1.0 mm in diameter. The size of the incisions is deliberately kept small to minimize scarring.

   Scarring: The individual micro-incisions in FUE are designed to heal with minimal scarring. These small, round or elliptical scars are often called “punch scars”. Scars are at the micro level and are not visible after recovery after hair transplant.

2. Recipient Area Scarring 

   The recipient area where the hair grafts are transplanted also has small incisions. However, these incisions are typically very small and heal quickly. They typically do not cause noticeable scars.

B.) DHI Hair Transplant

Donor Area Scarring: DHI aims to minimize scarring in the donor area where hair follicles are harvested (typically the back and sides of the scalp). The small puncture marks or incisions used for follicle extraction are usually quite small and not noticeable to the eye.

Recipient Area Scarring: The small incisions made with the Choi pen or implanter tool are designed to heal quickly and leave small, barely visible scars. The aim is to create a natural-looking hairline without visible scarring. For this reason, the scars in the recipient area in the hair transplant operation are too small to be visible.