Guides for informed decisions
Answer-first articles on hair transplant techniques, results, choosing a clinic and costs, reviewed by the Metropolmed medical team.
TechniquesDHI vs. Sapphire FUE: What's the Difference?
Sapphire FUE and DHI both move follicles one by one from the donor area. They differ in how the recipient area is opened and how grafts are placed.
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DentalVeneers vs Crowns for a Hollywood Smile: E-max, Laminate and Zirconium Explained
Veneers cover the front of the tooth, crowns cover all of it. Here is how E-max, laminate and zirconium compare, and what to expect in Istanbul.
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TechniquesUnshaven Hair Transplant: Is It Possible?
Yes, a hair transplant without full shaving is possible for many patients. It works best for moderate graft numbers and needs careful planning.
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TechniquesWhat Determines the Number of Hair Grafts Needed?
Your graft number depends on the size of the bald area, the density you want and how much your donor area can safely give. Here is how doctors estimate it.
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Choosing a ClinicWho Is a Suitable Candidate for a Hair Transplant?
A good candidate has stable pattern hair loss, a healthy donor area, good general health and realistic expectations. Here is how doctors decide.
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Results & RecoveryHair Growth Timeline After a Hair Transplant
What happens to transplanted hair from day one to month eighteen, why shedding is normal, and when you can judge your final result.
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