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Hair Transplant vs Hair Patch: Which one is better?

Hair Transplant vs Hair Patch: Which one is better?

Hair is an important element of appearance for people. For this reason, many people pay attention to hair care. Although it is paid attention, hair loss is a problem that everyone experiences. Hair loss can occur for a number of reasons. This can include many factors such as stress, hormonal balance disorders, malnutrition, genetic causes or underlying health problems. Therefore, people who experience excessive hair loss often seek permanent solutions. There are two effective solutions for hair loss: hair transplantation and hair prosthesis. However, it is important to decide which method is more suitable for you.

Hair transplantation and headbands (also known as wigs or hairpieces) are two different approaches to addressing hair loss or baldness. Each has its own advantages and considerations, and the choice between them depends on individual preferences, circumstances and availability. Let’s take a more detailed look at which method is right for you.

What is Hair Transplant?

Hair transplant is a surgical procedure in which hair follicles are removed from one area of the body (typically the back or sides of the head, known as the donor area) and transplanted to an area with thinning or no hair (the recipient area). There are two main types of hair transplant procedures:

  1. Follicular Unit Transplant (FUT): In this method, a strip of skin containing hair follicles is removed from the donor area and then dissected into individual follicular units for transplantation.
  2. Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE): This technique involves removing individual hair follicles directly from the donor area and transplanting them to the recipient area.

What are the Advantages of Hair Transplant?

  • Provides a natural-looking and permanent solution.
  • The transplanted hair grows and can be styled just like natural hair.
  • Minimal scarring, especially with FUE.

What is Hair Patch?

A hair patch, wig, or hairpiece is a non-surgical solution for hair loss. It involves wearing a custom-made artificial hairpiece that is attached to the scalp using various methods (e.g., clips, adhesive, tapes).

What are the Advantages of Hair Patch?

  • A hair patch provides an instant solution to hair loss concerns.
  • Hair patches come in various styles, colors, and lengths, allowing for customization.
  • It is a non-invasive solution and doesn’t involve surgery or recovery time.

Hair Transplant vs Hair Patch

 Hair TransplantHair Patch
CostMore expensive Cheaper
Limited donor areaThere isNone
Immediate resultsYou have to wait a little for the results.No waiting time
VarietyIndividualised treatment planHair patches come in various styles, colors, and lengths, allowing for customization.
Non-surgicalNoYes

The choice between hair transplant and hair banding depends on individual preferences, budget, desired results and lifestyle. You can contact Esteworld’s expert hair doctors at any time to determine the best option for your specific situation and needs.

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Transportation to Atasehir Clinic by Public Transportation:

By Metrobus:

You can get off the Metrobus at Uzunçayır station and then take the minibuses and buses to Metropol Shopping Mall.

Bus Transportation:

You can take buses numbered 8K-10-10A-10EK-13-13ŞB-13AB-14ŞB-16M-19EK-19M-KM46-256 and get off at Ataşehir Plazalar stop.

Transportation by minibus:

You can take Üsküdar-Ferhat Paşa, Üsküdar-Ataşehir, Ümraniye-Ataşehir minibuses and get off at Ataşehir Plazalar stop.

By Metro

You can use the M4 Kadıköy-Sabiha Gökçen metro line and get off at Yenisahra or Kozyatağı stops and then take buses and minibuses to Metropol AVM.

Transportation from Sabiha Gökçen Airport:

You can take the M4 Kadıköy-Sabiha Gökçen metro line and get off at the Kozyatağı stop and then take the minibuses and buses to Ataşehir Metropol AVM.