Steve B

I didn’t pay by card. I believe I paid the deposit online and then USD cash in person (at the equivalent rate they quoted). I stayed at the Sheraton mostly because the closer spot was booked up. Sheraton was great but Ive heard great things about both spots so I don't think you can go wrong (Sheraton’s rates were a bit more price wise per night though). I opted to have them arrange airport pickups/transfers. Worked out fine but I also recommend you get cell phone service for peace of mind in case you need to call/text them. Then during my stay I just walked around mostly to the mall area. The mall had a lot of food options too. I did do one day trip to Ayasofya (Hagia Sophia) and the Blue Mosque just to see the sights while I was there (I stayed over the weekend and had an extra day to burn before the procedure).

Yeah im satisfied. I was told up front to keep my expectations in check. The focus was to build out a solid hairline and add some density behind it. I may have some thinning up top but unless someone is looking at me from above, it isnt as noticeable in person and i look great in photos. So i received what i expected. Before this procedure, I did go to another specialist and they advised if I was worried about density behind the hairline I could consider micropigmentation. I dont think I need it right now and Im on min and fin to see how that helps by the end of the year. Hair fibers are also an option if things get noticeable and I dont want to do the micropigmentation.

I paid for 4000 grafts up front and paid in cash (deposit was electronic transfer). They didn’t adjust the price.

Who is your contact at Dr Bicer’s office? I agreed for photos only if my face was cropped or blurred.

Sure, I’d be happy to answer any questions. Feel free to DM me as well. Initially I spoke with one of her staff to set up everything and answer any questions or concerns I had. They would liaise with Dr Bicer. I didn’t personally speak with Dr. Bicer prior to visiting the country but I was offered the opportunity for a call if I wanted. After the surgery, I was offered to do a wash a day or 2 after but my flight was the following day so I declined. I did go in for a checkup before my flight though. After coming home, I was asked to submit photos each month to gauge the progress and I was given feedback on how things were going. I was also told that I can message them anytime (whatsapp) if I have any questions or concerns. They would be supporting me up to 1 year after the surgery. I’ve only been texting through whatsapp. I haven’t done any calls. They also told me my graft count after the surgery (it was a little over 4000 but I forget the exact number).

Yes, sorry, I’ve been caught up. Here are my results after 6-7 months post op. In short, very happy with the results thus far. Its a little thin at the top of my head just past my hairline but unless you are looking down at my head from above, you wouldn’t really notice. It doesn’t show in photos head-on. We’ll see how things fill in over the next 5 months.

Sorry for the late reply! I wore the fisherman hat Dr Bicer gave me on my way home. Then I got my own loose fitting fisherman hat for the first couple of weeks. Hope the procedure and trip went well!

Yeah so I actually spent that Sunday doing some touristy stuff. But yeah I had my mind set just heading back home as soon as she cleared me. She gave me a hat to wear over my head to prevent touching the area during travel and I slept with a neck pillow to prevent turning my head. You just need to be careful that you dont touch the hair until its safe to start washing on your own (she recommended using gloves to avoid accidentally scratching from nails).

I wasn’t able to do the first wash there. I was in Turkey over a weekend so the office was closed Sunday. I flew in Sat, had the procedure on Monday and then left Tuesday after a checkup. If she recommends doing the wash, I’d go for it. The timing just didn’t work out for me.

Yes I believe she wanted me to start (lightly) washing after day 3 and every day after. And I do mean “lightly”. I had to use bepanthol cream on the area and then wash with baby shampoo. I had to be careful not to rub too hard or scratch with my nails as the area (and follicles) were very sensitive to damage. Was a little nerve racking lol. I recommend following Nader’s advice to the T. And always ask as many questions as you want.

Been a while since I updates this thread. Here are my month 4 progress photos. Starting to really come along. Still thin/patchy just behind the hairline.

2-month mark photos. Most of the hairs fell out between month 1 and 2. What’s left appears to be growing in normally. Scalp redness slowly starting to fade. Also noticed the red dots from the donor site has faded away.

Hey! Sorry for the delay. I contacted them through whatsapp about 3 months before surgery. She was booked up until February at the time. I asked that they let me know if anything opened up sooner. It kinda worked out because not only did I end up getting a sooner date (someone canceled) but I also had time to get 2nd and 3rd opinions. I used the number from her instagram. I think its the same on the site. I spoke with Doruk and Ozen to get set up. Whatsapp seems to be the best method but they could take a few days to get back initially.

2 week mark. Also, the red patch on the middle of the back of my neck is a birthmark (unrelated to the op).

Day 3 after applying Bepanthol cream for 1 hour followed by first hair wash.