Afro hair transplants in Turkey, also known as frizzy hair transplants, mainly concern people from Africa. Afro hair has a very different natural texture to straight, curly or wavy hair. Unlike straight, curly or wavy hair, Afro hair grows in a spring-like pattern, giving it a denser, fuller appearance.
Frizzy hair, or Afro hair, belongs to a category known as type 4. This type of hair is particularly thick and dense. There are several sub-categories within type 4:
– Type 4a: Type 4a frizzy hair forms very tight, generally S-shaped curls.
– Type 4b: Type 4b Afro hair has no clearly defined curls and is Z-shaped. It is lighter and has more volume.
– Type 4c : Afro or frizzy hair type 4c has neither an S nor a Z shape and has no curls. It is often drier and more brittle.
Understanding and analysing each hair type is crucial to adapting extraction and implantation techniques. If Afro or frizzy hair is treated in the same way as conventional hair, without taking into account its specific texture, it risks breaking or being incorrectly positioned, which will directly affect the final result.
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La greffe de cheveux est-elle adaptée aux cheveux afro ou crépus ?
To give you a straightforward answer, hair transplants today are perfectly suited to Afro or frizzy hair!
The old methods of hair transplantation, such as FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation) or the early technologies of FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction), did not allow correct extraction without damaging the grafts. The tools used at the time were not designed to adapt to the specific characteristics of frizzy or Afro hair.
Thanks to technological advances and our unique expertise, modern tools now make it possible to carry out a successful Afro hair transplant in Turkey.
The FUE Saphir method and the DHI (Direct Hair Implantation) method without shaving work particularly well for Afro hair.
However, extraction and implantation require specific expertise and a great deal of experience for this type of hair. Even if the tools are now adapted, it is essential to use an appropriate punch and to respect a precise angle during extraction, in order to preserve the donor area and the grafts.
Similarly, implantation must take into account the unique characteristics of frizzy hair.
Today, at TecniFUE International, the results obtained for Afro hair transplants in Turkey are as impressive as for traditional hair transplants, with a 99% satisfaction rate.
Causes of Afro or frizzy hair loss
There are often two main causes of hair loss in African-American or African men and women.
Traction alopecia is very common in black women
Traction alopecia is a form of hair loss caused by repeated or prolonged pulling on the hair. People who wear tight, regular hairstyles, such as braids, weaves or hair additions, which are often heavy, exert traction on the scalp, weakening the hair roots.
Regular pulling accelerates hair loss and causes traction alopecia.
Excessive use of styling chemicals or aggressive straightening treatments are particularly devastating for Afro hair because of its lack of moisture.
Traction alopecia manifests itself as significant hair loss in the forehead and temple area. As this is a non-genetic form of alopecia, it is very easy to remedy with an afro hair transplant in Turkey.
Androgenetic alopecia
This form of hair loss can be caused by two factors: genetic, i.e. hereditary, and hormonal. A blood test will rule out possible hormonal causes, such as a thyroid problem, which is very common in women and can be the cause of hair loss.
In Afro men suffering from genetic baldness, the process is similar to that of European-type hair, with hair loss starting at the hairline, then affecting the gulfs and then the vertex, while sparing the donor area. Hair loss also affects Afro women, but to a lesser extent, with loss mainly in the frontal area.
Thanks to our advanced techniques for Afro hair transplantation in Turkey, TecniFUE International is able to remedy your hereditary hair loss.
Afro hair transplant in Turkey for men
Androgenic hair loss is mainly linked to sensitivity to the hormone dihydrotestosterone, also known as DHT. It can be found all over the body, but particularly in the hair follicles and scalp.
Androgenic loss due to DHT affects all men and women, regardless of ethnicity.
Apart from this main cause, frizzy or afro hair is often subject to traction-related loss. African-American or black men lose their hair more often as a result of hairstyles such as braiding or straightening, which accelerate this process.
Afro hair transplantation in Turkey is the only permanent and natural solution to your baldness. However, to preserve curls and achieve a natural effect without leaving traces on the donor area, this operation must be carried out by experts. At TecniFUE International, we tailor our extraction techniques and implantation technology to the individual patient to achieve the best possible natural result.
Afro hair transplant for women in Turkey
Hair loss does not only affect men, but also women, although to a lesser extent. As with Afro men, in Afro women, hairstyles such as braiding or straightening cause traction-related hair loss, in addition to androgenetic hair loss. Traction alopecia causes a very visible receding hairline in women. Today, by using the right technique such as shaving-free IHD for women, it is possible to lower the hairline and fill in the gaps with a definitive and natural result, without the need to shave the whole head.
Afro hair transplant in Turkey: Why choose the TecniFUE International Clinic?
Since 2012, we have been assisting our patients with their HID hair transplant project in Turkey. Our clinic is located in Istanbul, Turkey, and we welcome patients from over 27 countries, including France, Canada and the United States.
- Surgeon and nurses experienced in FUE hair transplants
- Among the best hair transplant clinics in Turkey
- Clinic just below the hotel
- Paramedics and doctors on duty 24/7 at the hotel
- All-inclusive package including accommodation in a 5-star hotel
- A French-speaking team on site for optimum support
- Complete monitoring before, during and after the operation for a perfect result
- Guaranteed results, with 99% of patients satisfied
The FUE Saphir method for Afro hair
The FUE Afro hair transplant is one of the most widely practised methods today. Thanks to the new micro-punch technology, specially adapted to frizzy hair, and the unique expertise of TecniFUE International, this method can be successfully applied to Afro hair.
It is divided into four main stages:
Anaesthesia
The operation is performed under local anaesthetic. First, the donor area, at the back of the head, is anaesthetised. Next, the recipient area, usually at the front, is also anaesthetised to ensure the patient’s comfort.
FUE harvesting
The hair follicles are extracted using motorised micro-punches adapted to the type of frizzy hair. The follicles, also known as grafts, are removed one by one, without leaving any trace and without damaging their quality.
Incisions with the Saphir
Unlike other clinics that use slits because of their lower cost, TecniFUE International favours the use of Saphir. This technique allows precise incisions to be made with an optimal diameter, without damaging the scalp. Opening the microchannels with Saphir is a crucial stage: the depth and angle of the incisions directly influence the final result.
Implantation
Finally, the hair follicles are placed in the micro-incisions made with the Saphir using special tweezers. This phase is essential to ensure the survival of the grafts. Careful handling and precise positioning ensure that the follicles are properly nourished and that the result is natural and dense.
For more information, please visit our dedicated page: FUE Hair Transplant in Turkey
The DHI method for Afro hair transplants in Turkey
The DHI Afro hair transplant, like the FUE Saphir hair transplant, is performed under local anaesthetic.
It is currently the most recent implantation method in the field of hair transplants. Although it has been practised in Turkey for over 10 years, this method has only recently become better known in Europe and the rest of the world.
The main difference between the DHI method and Sapphire FUE lies in the incision and implantation process. Unlike FUE Saphir, the DHI graft does not require microchannels to be opened beforehand. As its name suggests, it is a direct implantation method. The hair follicles, or grafts, are implanted using a Choi pen, without the need for traditional tweezers. This technique allows implantation without a full shave and offers a faster healing period.
Afro hair transplant in Turkey
However, the extraction phase remains identical to that of the Sapphire FUE method. The grafts are removed from the donor area using a motorised micro-punch, without damaging the follicles or leaving any visible scars.
To find out more about the DHI method, please consult our dedicated page: DHI hair transplantation in Turkey.
How much will an afro hair transplant cost in Turkey in 2024?
Turkey, and Istanbul in particular, remains the benchmark destination for a quality hair transplant at a competitive price.
The average price of an FUE Afro hair transplant in Turkey is around €2,500. This compares with an average of €6,000 in France and $12,000 in the United States, not including additional services such as accommodation or transfers.
At TecniFUE International, FUE Afro hair transplants, with a maximum number of grafts, are priced at €2,500 excluding promotions.
For the DHI method, the average price in Turkey is 3,000 euros. The average price in France is €7,000 and in the United States $15,000.
At TecniFUE International, the DHI hair transplant, including an all-inclusive package, is priced at €2,750, excluding special offers.
For more details, please consult our dedicated page: Prices and Packages
What does the package for an Afro hair transplant in Turkey include?
The package for an Afro hair transplant in Turkey at TecniFUE International includes :
- Two nights’ accommodation in a 5-star hotel with breakfast included: Pullman Hotel.
- All transfers between the airport, the hotel and the clinic.
- The operation with a maximum number of grafts, carried out without damaging the donor area.
- Any medication required after the operation.
- The presence of a French team on site.
- The presence of a nurse in the hotel 24 hours a day for your safety
- Personalised follow-up for 18 months, provided in French.
The advantages of afro hair transplants
Suitable for curly or frizzy textures
Aesthetic results and natural density
Rapid healing with few visible marks
Grafting possible without complete shaving
FAQ about Afro or Kinky Hair Transplants in Turkey
You can observe the first irregular growths after the 3ᵉ month. To see a noticeable evolution, you will have to wait 6 months after the operation.
It is entirely possible to carry out an Afro hair transplant in Turkey without a complete shave using the DHI method. For more information on this subject, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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