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Long Hair FUE (Long Hair Transplant):
Don't Wait for the Result, Live in the Moment
The Age of "Invisibility" and "Speed" in Hair Aesthetics
Traditional hair transplantation methods, no matter how successful they are, have two major psychological barriers for patients: The first is the necessity to shave the hair completely and the second is the long waiting period for the result to appear. For people who are in front of the stage in the busy pace of business life or who do not want to compromise their social life, “hitting zero” is often the reason for postponing the operation.
As Medlook Polyclinic, we are pleased to announce that our clinic in Nişantaşı Long Hair FUE (Long Hair Transplant) technique to break down these barriers. Dr. Handan Yavuz In this “Premium” procedure performed by our team of experts, neither the donor area (nape) nor the transplantation area of your hair is shaved. Hair follicles are transferred with their current length (between 3-8 cm). Thus, at the end of the operation, you will have a “live preview” of yourself 1 year later.
What is Long Hair FUE? Difference from Standard FUE
In the standard FUE method, the hair must be shaved 1 mm short in order to remove the hair follicles with a micromotor. Long Hair FUE requires a special technology and high surgical skill.
In this technique, special windowed tips (punch) are used to remove the hair in “long form” together with the root without cutting the hair. The long hairs are transplanted to the balding area with the help of special pens (DHI Implanter Pen). This procedure is considered the pinnacle of the hair transplantation world because both the extraction and transplantation phase is a very delicate process in which the surgeon must transplant the hair without breaking it.
Result? When you leave the clinic, no one will realize that you have had a hair transplant; they will only notice that your hair has become thicker and your hairstyle has changed.
Why Long Hair FUE? VIP Benefits
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1. The Literal Meaning of "Unshaven"
In most of the methods called “unshaven transplantation” in the market, a “window” is opened in the nape of the neck and shaved. In Long Hair FUE and the nape of the neck is not shaved. The procedure is performed with roots selected one by one from long hair. Even when you collect your hair, no trace of the operation is visible.
2. Instant "Preview" Effect
With conventional transplantation, you only see red scabs. In Long Hair FUE, the moment the operation is over, you can instantly see how your new hairline suits your face, hair density and combing direction. This completely eliminates the stress of “I wonder how it will be?”.
3. Maximum Naturalness and Curl Harmony
Kısa saçın yönünü tayin etmek zordur. Ancak saç uzun olduğunda, hekim saçın doğal dalgasını ve kıvrımını (curl) net bir şekilde görür. Bu sayede ekilen saçlar, mevcut saçlarınızın doğal akışına ve tarama yönüne %100 uyumlu olarak yerleştirilir. Özellikle tepe (vertex) bölgesi ve ön saç çizgisi için bu detay hayati önem taşır.
4. Operation Confidentiality
Slight redness and scabs after the procedure are hidden under the transplanted long hair. The next day, you can attend your business meeting and continue your social life from where you left off. This method is the only solution for those who say “No one should know that I had a hair transplant”.
The Medlook Difference: Long Operation, High Energy
Long Hair FUE is a process that requires more time and precision than standard transplants (7-9 hours on average). As Medlook, we make this long process comfortable and healthy for you.
- IV (Intravenous) Supportive Therapies: To support your metabolism and prevent fatigue during the operation IV Glutathione and Vitamin C serums are applied. This support also helps to maintain the vitality of the transplanted roots (grafts).
- Edema-Removing Nutrition: Our Dietitian to quickly eliminate the edema that may occur after a long-term procedure Uzm. Dyt. Sernaz Cakir Ercil A special detox program prepared by our team is applied.
Step-by-Step Long Hair FUE Process
This procedure is a combination of patience and ingenuity. The process goes like this:
1. Analysis and Design
The openings are determined by combing your existing long hair. Dr. Handan Yavuz determines the front line suitable for your facial features. Planning is done without cutting your hair.
2. Special Extraction
The healthiest and most multiple roots are selected from the long hair at the nape of your neck. Thanks to the special tips, the hair is removed whole with its root without breaking the strand.
3. Implantation with DHI
The sine qua non of Long Hair FUE is the DHI (Choi Pen) technique. Long hair is placed in special pens. Channeling and transplantation are done at the same time. At this stage, the direction of the hair is adjusted millimetrically.
4. Instant Result
When the procedure is over, you look in the mirror and see your hair. This is one of the greatest moments of satisfaction in plastic surgery.
Who is Long Hair FUE Suitable for?
- Business People and Executives: Those who do not want to waste time with the healing process.
- Women: It is the most ideal method for our female patients who cannot shave their hair.
- Members of the Media Actors, presenters and artists who need to continue in front of the camera without a break.
- Those who value privacy: Those who don't want it to be known that they have had an operation.
Note This method may not be suitable for patients with very wide openings (Norwood 6-7 scale) and patients who need 4000+ grafts in a single session. It is generally excellent for tightening and anterior line restorations of 1500-2500 grafts.
The Recovery Process and the Reality of "Shock Spill"
Our most important principle is to be transparent with our patients about Long Hair FUE. What you need to know after the operation:
First 1 Month (Honeymoon Period)
Immediately after the operation, your hair looks long and lush. Scabbing is minimal and hidden by the long hair. During this period, you enjoy your social life.
Shock Loss
Approximately 3-4 weeks after transplantation, the transplanted long hair strands break and fall out. This is completely normal and part of the process. The roots remain alive under the skin. It is only the hair shaft that falls out.
Permanent Exit
From the 3rd month onwards, the roots begin to produce new, healthy and permanent hair. By the 12th month, your hair reaches its final form.
Washing Guide After Long Hair Transplant
Long hair requires a little more care than a shaved transplant. The first wash is done in our clinic and you will be taught the following steps:
- During washing, the hair should not be ruffled, but gently patted from top to bottom.
- Drying should not be done by rubbing with a towel, but by tamping (absorbing the moisture) with a paper towel.
- For the first 10 days, special sprays recommended by our clinic should be used to prevent hair tangling.
Istanbul Long Hair FUE Prices 2026
Long Hair FUE is a “Premium” service that takes 2-3 times more time than standard hair transplantation, requires special equipment (long hair punches) and requires the highest level of physician concentration. Therefore, its costing is different from standard FUE or DHI procedures.
Prices at Nişantaşı Medlook Polyclinic are not based on the number of grafts, according to the difficulty and duration of the case is determined. For detailed information and customized planning free hair analysis you can make an appointment.
Don't Postpone Change, Continue Your Life Where You Left Off
Only you and your doctor will know that you have had a hair transplant with Medlook's exclusive Long Hair FUE technique.
📌Regain your self-confidence with Long Hair FUE hair transplantation. Contact us now!
Frequently Asked Questions
Since the procedure time is long, it is recommended to transplant a maximum of 1500-2000 grafts (approximately 4000-5000 hair strands) in a healthy way in one session. For higher numbers, sessions can be planned 2 days in a row.
No, this is not the case. On the contrary, when working between long hairs, the risk of damaging existing roots (transection) is minimized, as the doctor sees the direction of the hair much better.
Absolutely yes. It is psychologically very difficult for our female patients to shave their hair. Long Hair FUE is the gold standard for female pattern hair loss and thickening.
No anesthesia. Just like the other methods, the area is numbed with local anesthesia without needles/pressure and you will not feel pain during the procedure.
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