FUE Hair Transplant in North Cyprus

• Classic FUE: Grafts are placed into micro-channels opened with specialist tips. This is the most widely used, evidence-backed technique.
• Sapphire FUE: Sapphire-tipped blades replace steel ones for channel creation. They produce finer, more uniform channels; recovery may be shortened by a few days.
• DHI (Direct Hair Implantation): Extraction and implantation are performed in a single step using a Choi implanter pen — no separate channel opening is required. It is preferred for high-density areas and narrow zones, though the procedure takes longer.

At Nis Clinic, the technique chosen depends on each individual patient. Your hair structure, donor capacity, pattern of loss, and target density are all assessed together during your consultation. We do not apply a one-size-fits-all approach — because hair transplantation is a medical planning process, not a package product.

We offer consultations online (Zoom or WhatsApp video call) or in person at our clinic. Most patients travelling from Turkey prefer an online first consultation, then an in-person assessment on the day before surgery.

During the consultation we discuss:

• The type of hair loss (androgenetic alopecia, telogen effluvium, scarring alopecia, etc.) and its stage (Norwood/Ludwig scale — a standardised system for classifying the extent of hair loss)
• Family history of hair loss
• Any previous hair transplant procedures
• Current medications (finasteride, minoxidil, anticoagulants)
• Chronic health conditions and nutritional status
• Expectations — aligning on a realistic target is essential

At the end of the consultation we give you a clear picture: whether transplantation is viable, the approximate number of grafts required, which technique suits you, and suitable dates for surgery. The price range is shared at this stage.

Planning is the most critical step — it determines the result on the day of surgery. Three assessments take place here:

1. Donor analysis: Follicle density per cm² in the nape region is measured under microscopy. The total extractable graft capacity is calculated. How much we can take from your donor area sets the ceiling for recipient-area density.
2. Graft count: Average figures by Norwood stage — Norwood scale measures androgenetic alopecia progression from Stage 1 (minimal recession) to Stage 7 (extensive loss). Approximate requirements: Norwood 3: 2,000–2,500 grafts; Norwood 4: 3,000–3,500; Norwood 5–6: 3,500–4,500. These are averages; your precise figure is determined after consultation.
3. Hairline design: Drawn to suit your age, facial proportions and future loss potential. Op. Dr. İbrahim Meyzin draws on his plastic surgery background to design a natural-looking hairline that complements your facial aesthetics. We do not propose an aggressively low, juvenile line — looking natural in ten years is our quality benchmark.

Your procedure day starts in the morning and finishes the same day. The average duration is 4–8 hours, varying with graft count, hair structure and the chosen technique.

Typical schedule:

• 08:30 — Arrival at clinic, blood pressure and glucose check, blood test review
• 09:00 — Donor area shaving, disinfection, final hairline confirmation
• 09:30 — Local anaesthesia (needle-free jet injector or fine-needle option available)
• 10:00 — Graft extraction begins
• 13:00 — Lunch break, light meal
• 13:30 — Channel opening and graft placement
• 16:30–17:30 — Procedure complete, dressing applied, first-wash instructions given

Throughout the procedure we offer water and snacks at regular intervals; you are welcome to listen to music or a podcast. General anaesthesia is not used — FUE is safely performed under local anaesthesia, and this approach keeps risks to a minimum.

The outcome of a hair transplant depends as much on managing the 12 months that follow as on the surgery itself. Our timeline at Nis Clinic:

• First 24 hours: Minor oozing is normal. Keep your head elevated and avoid pressure on the pillow. Mild to moderate discomfort is typical; prescribed analgesics manage it comfortably.
• Days 2–3: First wash performed at the clinic under nurse supervision. Swelling may appear on the forehead and usually subsides by day three.
• Day 7: Crusting begins to shed. By around day ten, crusts have cleared completely. A check-up appointment takes place.
• Weeks 3–6: Shock loss. The majority of the transplanted hairs shed — this is a normal and expected phase. The follicles remain alive and will regrow. Many patients find this alarming; those who are well-informed beforehand accept it as a natural stage.
• Months 3–4: New growth begins. Fine, soft hairs emerge.
• Month 6: Approximately 60–70% of the final result is visible.
• Month 12: The final result. Hair thickness, texture and density are fully established. Annual review takes place.

We remain in contact with you via WhatsApp throughout every stage. Send us photographs and we will respond to your questions within 24 hours.

• Aged 25 and over (below 25, loss patterns may not yet be stable — extra caution applies)
• Individuals diagnosed with androgenetic alopecia whose loss has stabilised
• Patients with sufficient donor capacity (preserved density at the nape)
• Those in good general health without uncontrolled chronic conditions
• Patients with realistic expectations (transplantation restores volume already lost — it does not create unlimited new hair)

• Active, rapidly progressing loss: Loss should be stabilised first with medical treatment (finasteride/minoxidil) before surgery is considered.
• Scarring alopecia and lichen planopilaris: These require specialist assessment and may not be suitable for every patient.
• Uncontrolled diabetes, thyroid disease or autoimmune conditions: An internal medicine review is required before proceeding.
• Anticoagulant use: A cardiology or internal medicine consultation is arranged prior to surgery.
• Insufficient donor area: In this case, expectation management is critical; a more modest target is set.
• Under 18: We do not perform hair transplant surgery on patients under 18.

A patient we tell "this is not right for you" is more valuable to us than one we say "yes" to — because an unsuitable procedure serves nobody.

Op. Dr. İbrahim Meyzin is a Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Cyprus Turkish Medical Association Registry No: 969. Hair transplantation is a technical skill — a plastic surgery foundation is what makes the difference. Designing a hairline that harmonises with facial proportions, preserving donor area integrity, managing complications — all of these require an eye trained in plastic surgery discipline. He is personally present throughout every procedure; the model of "technicians operate, doctor oversees" is not practised at Nis Clinic.

Full academic background, certifications and publications: Op. Dr. İbrahim Meyzin — Doctor Profile

North Cyprus is, geographically, an island — in practice, a sanctuary. One hour fifteen minutes from Istanbul; four to four and a half hours from the United Kingdom. Treatment without a Schengen entry in your passport. The chance of running into someone you know is virtually zero. After your procedure, you can spend seven days in Kyrenia by the coast, on a quiet terrace in mild weather — and stress levels during healing genuinely matter to graft survival.

We have three clinic locations:

• Nicosia — main clinic and consultation centre
• Kyrenia — on the coastline, positioned for medical tourism patients
• Famagusta — serving patients on the eastern side of the island

Hair transplant costs vary considerably by clinic and country:

• United Kingdom: €5,000–€10,000+
• Turkey: €1,500–€3,000 (lower end carries higher risk; upper end reflects quality clinics)
• Nis Clinic (North Cyprus FUE package): €2,000–€3,500

This range varies with graft count, technique chosen (classic FUE / Sapphire / DHI), number of nights' accommodation and any additional treatments (PRP, hair mesotherapy, etc.). The exact figure, tailored to you, is provided after your consultation. Our package price includes airport transfers, 1–2 nights' accommodation, the procedure, medications, first wash, WhatsApp support and 12-month follow-up. There are no hidden charges.

If you are not simply looking for the cheapest option — if you value documented expertise and a structured process — you are in the right place.