Are hair transplant scams frequent in Turkey?
Are Hair Transplant Scams Frequent in Turkey?
Turkey is a leading country in the field of hair transplants, both in terms of results and the use of high-quality equipment. Although Turkey has become known for offering affordable hair transplants with reputable clinics, it is important to be aware of any potential risks. Scams and substandard practices within the sector have been reported. It is therefore vital to exercise caution and do your research before undergoing any procedure.
What is a Hair Mill?
Hair transplant clinics in Turkey that prioritize performing a large number of operations in a single day at a low cost are commonly referred to as 'hair mills'. Unfortunately, these clinics have affected the reputation of the Turkish hair transplant sector for delivering unsatisfactory results to patients seeking hair transplants. While there are certainly trustworthy and reputable clinics, unfortunately, a disturbing number take advantage of innocent individuals who may have less knowledge about the field. This is often done by offering low prices and promising miraculous results.
However, Long Hair Center has only been performing a limited number of surgeries per day since its establishment. Patients book their appointments by paying in advance and receive quality results from a team that works in peace, without having to worry about being rushed and moving on to other patients.
Popular Misconceptions/Fraud Tactics in Hair Transplantation and Safety Measures:
Although hair transplantation is a widely accepted and successful procedure, there are misconceptions and potential scams. Some of them are:
- Non-qualified medical professionals: Make sure that a qualified doctor performs the main parts of your hair transplant, while other procedures are carried out by experienced technicians. Some clinics may compromise the quality and safety of the transplant by using inexperienced technicians to perform key parts of the procedure.
- Tampering with before and after photos: Do not believe edited or manipulated before and after images.
- Non-qualified clinics: Some of the clinics are operating without the proper accreditation from the Turkish Ministry of Health.
- Promises that are unrealistic: Be aware of promises made by clinics that are completely unrealistic. Sometimes, even though they are aware of weak donor areas in individuals, they willingly promise good results. Do your own research.
- Low price: Do not let the low price fool you. Always remember that low costs come at the price of compromised quality and, most importantly, compromised results.
- Copy-paste report: During your first online consultation, ensure that you receive a personalized hair transplant report from the clinic. Ensure that you do not receive a duplicate report that has already been sent to other patients. Make sure that it is specific to you and your case. It should be based on the doctor's findings.
