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A sideburn transplant moves hair follicles, usually from the back of the scalp, to rebuild sideburns that are thin, patchy, receding or missing. Sideburns frame the face and connect the hairline to the beard, and a transplant can also restore sideburns lost after a facelift, a scar or a burn.
It suits men with thin or uneven sideburns, patients whose sideburns moved or disappeared after facial surgery, people with scars in the area and women who want to restore the hair in front of the ears. If your hair loss is still progressing quickly, the doctor may recommend stabilising it first.
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Sideburn hair grows downwards and slightly backwards, almost flat against the skin, so every graft has to follow that angle for the result to look natural. At Istanbul Care the shape, length and density of both sideburns are drawn with you in Istanbul, then the grafts are extracted with FUE and implanted with a DHI pen or into fine channels at a low angle.
A sideburn transplant is often planned together with a beard transplant or a hairline restoration for a seamless look.
Tiny crusts and mild redness usually settle within 7–10 days, and most patients go back to desk work within a few days.
Your doctor will tell you when you can trim or shave the area again.
The sideburn transplant cost depends on the number of grafts and on whether it is combined with another procedure, so the price is confirmed after a free online assessment. Every Istanbul Care package includes the procedure, hotel stay, VIP transfers, medication and aftercare, arranged in about three days in Istanbul. See our hair transplant cost page for package details.
Yes. The transplanted follicles keep growing for life.
Donor hair is chosen to match your texture and colour as closely as possible, and the direction of growth is copied from your natural hair.
Yes. Women often restore thin hair in front of the ears or after a facelift, usually with smaller, finer grafts.
Usually a few hundred grafts per side, depending on the width, length and density you want. The doctor estimates the number from your photos.
About three days. The procedure, hotel stay, VIP transfers, medication and aftercare are arranged within that time.
Grafts are taken from the back of the scalp and placed under local anaesthesia, so the work is done on numbed areas. It usually takes a few hours, and you return to your hotel the same day.
Tiny crusts and mild redness usually settle within 7–10 days, and most patients go back to desk work within a few days. Avoid rubbing or shaving the area until your doctor says you can.
Shedding of the transplanted hairs is normal in weeks 2–4, new growth appears in months 3–4, the sideburns thicken in months 6–9, and the final result is visible at month 12.
2 days ago
I have been assisted by one agent who speaks darija explained everything From the beginning till the end and I choose İstanbul care for my plastic surgery and teeth treatment go a head and ask for the darija guy Appreciate your help Abdel
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2 days ago
6 Months After My Hair Transplant Six months after a hair transplant, the progress can be exciting to look back on. For patients considering Istanbul Care Clinic, seeing genuine before-and-after photos and hearing about the recovery process can make a real difference. A useful six-month review should cover the initial consultation, the treatment experience, communication with the clinic, and visible hair growth. It’s also worth remembering that final results can take longer than six months to develop.
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a month ago
Very good, I was well received at the clinic, especially by the translator Elizabeth. I highly recommend it.
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a month ago
It was a pleasant experience, although I was obviously apprehensive. But it went extremely well. Special mention to ZINEP who was attentive and took great care of me.
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a month ago
The team has been great from start tor finish. I was well taken care of. I would highly recommend.
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2 months ago
It was an excellent choice, the service was impeccable and the assistance in my language was available throughout the entire process. Thank you very much.
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2 months ago
Excellent service, I also want to highlight the post-operative follow-up by Erida, who is very kind and patient, giving me the detailed instructions I need.
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2 months ago
Nothing but good things to say about my experience with Istanbul Care top to bottom everything was explained to me and my procedure went great. Erida was my translator and she has been helping me with all my after procedure questions which have been above and beyond I would recommend this place because they get the job done.
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2 months ago
Thanks for everything guys! Very helpful and informative! I will Get back to you in 6 months. Cheers !
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4 months ago
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I am very satisfied with the service I received from Istanbul Care. From the very beginning until the end, the team was professional, caring, and well-organized. The person who assisted me was very patient, explained everything clearly, and was always available to answer my questions. The whole process was smooth and hygienic, and I felt comfortable and confident throughout. So far, the early results look very promising, and I’m looking forward to great final results. I highly recommend Istanbul Care to anyone considering a hair transplant. Thank you again 🙏
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4 months ago
Highly recommended! I am extremely satisfied and proud of the results of my procedure with Istanbul Care Hair Transplant. They are an exceptionally professional medical team, experts in their field, and they provide comprehensive patient guidance from the very beginning. What truly sets them apart is the outstanding post-operative follow-up they offer. If you are looking for excellence, commitment, and top-notch care, I recommend them wholeheartedly.
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4 months ago
Starting from the airport the communication is very timely and consice. They message you right as you are about to land and give you the proper instructions and all is taken care of. I also liked the hotel because they were also very helpfull and acommodating. The only thing i did not like was that i was inititally quoted on the price stating that the grafts from my head would be enough after providing multiple photographs. But arriving at the clinic during the consult it was mentioned that it wouldnt be enough and require additional donor area for 450$. And i get it, things like this happen and its no ones fault really but this did come as a surprise because not much had changed between the time the photos had been sent and the operation date. Just make sure you carry enough extra cash because this is could occur. (I paid around 25% more than initially quoted) The facility is absolutely beautiful, modern and clean and it just makes you feel very comfortable and safe. The operation itself was very profesionally done, the personell that did the extraction and implantations seemed young but very skilled nonetheless. Though they did not speak english, they did their best and we managed to communicate our way through it. Would be good if they got some basic english classes. I did the special sedation for the extra cost and it did help for the 10 hours i was there. I was also provided a meal because i had skipped breakfast. The after care instructions and washing were also very clear and they made sure i arrived to my destination safely. All in all a good experience and i would recommend it.
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5 months ago
Every time I went to this clinic, I presented my hair as per the doctor's advice, but since then, the direction I have been given is not to mention the person, that person is @Erida
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5 months ago
Everything was excellent. The staff was knowledgeable and professional, and always available to answer any questions. They were also very quick and well-organized. Thank you very much, highly recommended.
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6 months ago
I'm absolutely delighted with this clinic, and I especially want to mention the whole team, particularly Elizabeth from the sales team, and the surgeon who performed my hair transplant—he was fantastic too. I'll be back next year for a little touch-up. Hugs!
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6 months ago
My experience as a whole was positive. My case manager who arranged everything was diligent and thorough. I would advise to have reserve cash as there may be unexpected costs that you didn't budget for (for example, extractions from beard and chest). The following day my after care was efficient and I had a great chat with someone on how best to take care for the next 2 weeks. Thank you Istanbul Care.
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8 months ago
The clinic is top-notch, clean, and well-organized. Two days out from the race, everything's fine so far. The procedure itself is arduous, though; my friend and I have to prepare for 10 hours of lying half on our stomachs, half on our backs. The anesthesia is okay, but we didn't use the additional one. The basic one works, but at certain points, when the pain subsides, we have to ask for a repeat. The hotel transportation was well-coordinated. As is typical in Turkish culture, you have to haggle over the price because it eventually turned out to require more bulbs, and they try to convince you to buy more. From the patient's perspective, it's difficult to verify whether this is true or a scam. But the final decision is yours. Overall, the assessment is good, but I'll report back in six months, after the results are confirmed on February 21, 2026.
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9 months ago
The entire staff is incredibly professional and knowledgeable. From arrival to departure, you're always looked after with attentive care and professionalism. Thank you so much, and see you next time!
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9 months ago
I’ve done the hair transplant here and this was an amazing experience. The staff were friendly and very helpful. I would definitely reccomend!
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9 months ago
Heloo my name is Muhammad Saleem .today my transplant is complete I had a great experience with Istanbul care everything is perfect organised I totally recommend this experience
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