For people who are balding and losing their hair, hair transplants are a common, popular cosmetic procedure.

And, although it’s a relatively new, up and coming surgical options, beard transplants are now available to help those who struggle to grow a thick, fuller-looking beard too.

With a number of popular celebrities and trendsetters sporting a fashionable full beard, it’s no surprise that the popularity of this particular procedure is booming.

According to The Sun, in 2017, the number of men undergoing beard transplant procedures had trebled in just two years.

And with no signs of the procedure’s popularity declining, for those who are interested in going ahead with a beard transplant procedure, it’s important to understand how the process works.

So, what is a beard transplant?

Just as with traditional hair transplant surgery performed on the scalp, the beard transplant procedure is a very similar process that involves the facial area instead.

A beard transplant is relatively risk-free surgery, that requires minimal post-op care.

In simple terms, a beard transplant is a procedure that involves the removal of tiny individual hair follicles from the back of the scalp.

The hair is taken from the back of the scalp as this is where the hair is usually the fullest.

These hair follicles are then transplanted into patchy or bald areas of the beard or sideburns to give the appearance of a much fuller beard, without gaps or bald patches.

Although the healing process is typically a smooth and simple process, the hair can take a few weeks to grow following a successful procedure.

The appeal of the beard transplant procedure is that, in most cases, the patient is able to shave after around two weeks post-surgery.

And with such a straight-forward, effective procedure, this does come with its costs.

As the popularity of beard transplants continues to grow, so does the price, with the average procedure in the UK costing from anything between £3000 to £7000.

The cost of the procedure depends on a few factors, including the number of hairs needed to be transplanted to give the look of a full beard.

But, for those who dream of having a thick looking beard, but can’t afford the initial cost of the procedure in the UK, there are fortunately other ways in which you can make the results a reality.

How much does it cost to have a beard transplant in Turkey?

One way in which a person can consider undergoing a beard transplant procedure, minus the high cost options that are available in the UK, is to go through the medical tourism route.

This means that the patient will work with a reputable aesthetic centre, such as MedicoTrips, and arrange to travel to a different country to have the procedure completed.

Turkey is a very popular country for medical tourism.

This is because of the country’s investment into its medical training and equipment, making it a hub for people to travel to and have high quality, yet affordable treatment, there.

When working with a brand like MedicoTrips, a beard transplant in Turkey can cost as little as £1,800.

Why is it cheaper to have a beard transplant in Turkey than in the UK?

To undergo a beard transplant in Turkey with MedicoTrips means having the same level of surgical care, but for less.

As Turkey is a hub for medical tourism, all surgeons and doctors have been trained to the same level as that of across Europe.

As labour costs and operational fees are much less than elsewhere, this means anyone who undergoes a surgical procedure in Turkey will have access to a highly qualified surgeon, at a more cost-effective price.

Although a relatively new surgery, having been a popular location for medical tourism, surgeons in Turkey are well-versed in providing excellent surgical results across a wide range of procedures.

At MedicoTrips, we work with a top cosmetic surgeon in the area, Dr Abdullah Etöz. He is currently associate clinical doctor of Plastic Surgery at Acıbadem Hospital Groups in İstanbul, a highly reputable establishment.

Dr Etöz’s education spans over a number of years, receiving medical qualifications from Selçuk University School of Medicine, and then a surgical residency at Uludağ University

With many years of experience in the cosmetic surgery field, Dr Etöz and the MedicoTrips team are well equipped to provide peace of mind and excellent results for your beard transplant.

Undergoing a cosmetic procedure, particularly abroad, can be a daunting task. But, the team at MedicoTrips can provide you with the reassurance you need by talking you through the process step by step, being available to answer any questions you may have.

If you’d like to speak with a MedicoTrips representative in more detail about making a beard transplant a reality, be sure to get in touch with us by calling +44 (0) 121 288 4552.