Hello, The overall experience with Smile Clinic was great from pre and after the operation. They did a fantastic job at organizing all the shuttles in coordination with the flight. The procedure it self took less time than expected. I didn’t feel a thing. My experience with my doctor was great as he did a good job at explaining how the process will go. Although, he wasn’t doing the procedure, he was there to supervise all the time. The staff was very friendly and so was my Patient Experience Case Manager Ceren. I can’t wait to the results in a couple of months. Overall, I’m satisfied with the results.
I am truly satisfied with my experience at Smile Hair Clinic. The staff was extremely professional and welcoming from the very first moment. A special thanks to Ceren, my Patient Experience Case Manager, who supported me throughout the process with great care and availability. The treatment went smoothly, and the results exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend this clinic to anyone looking for high-quality service and excellent customer care!
The whole experience was great nothing but praise from me. Before I arrived the team were very informative and helpful in what was going to happen and be discussed. Transfers from airport and hotel all very smooth without any issues. Was very easy to get in touch with you at any point which I valued being in another country. The team at the clinic could not have been nicer, very clear on what was happening and were happy to answer any questions I had. Didn’t feel rushed or under pressure. So a huge massive thank you to everyone that has been involved to those I have seen and spoken to and those I haven’t but have been involved.
Choosing the right clinic for a hair transplant was a huge decision, and after a LOT of research, I’m super happy that I went with Smile Hair Clinic in Istanbul. This is a breakdown of my experience, from initial research to the procedure itself and beyond. Initial Research: I spent months looking at clinics, viewing reviews on Google, Instagram, and TikTok, and compiling a shortlist of four or five options - this was the worst part for me as it’s difficult to tell what good reviews are genuine and what bad reviews aren’t silly expectations (i.e your donor area is thin & patchy but you expect to receive a hairline like Drake haha). I reached out to clinics around six months before my procedure, getting information on pricing, techniques, and the booking process. This helped me refine my choices. I narrowed it down to three providers, and what set Smile Hair Clinic apart was the great communication from my case handler, Cansu Erdo?an. She was incredibly informative, patient, and reassuring, which made me feel confident in my decision. I actually chose Smile over a clinic that a friend had used/recommended as Smile made me feel much more comfy/safe in their hands. Communication & Booking: From the start, Smile Hair Clinic’s communication was exceptional. Every question I had was answered promptly and thoroughly, and the whole booking process was smooth. They provided clear guidance on what to expect and how to prepare, which was reassuring. Arrival & Procedure: The entire experience was very well-organised. I was in Istanbul for three days: • Day 1: Arrival and check-in at the hotel. • Day 2: The procedure. • Day 3: A quick check-up before flying home. All transfers were arranged by Smile, making the process seamless. On the day of the procedure, I was welcomed warmly by the team. The clinic was professional, and the staff were polite, helpful, and made me feel comfortable. There were several forms to complete (lots of repetition when completing these documents) before meeting Dr Firdavs Ahmedov, the Head Smile Doctor. He carefully reviewed my hairline, drew the proposed design, and we made some final adjustments together. It was a very consultative process, which I appreciated. The procedure itself lasted around six hours. The anaesthetic was painful at the start, and staying in the same position for so long was uncomfortable (I was a bit of a fidget and I know the team weren’t happy about this - sorrry!!!), but that’s to be expected and not a fault of the clinic. Dr Ahmedov regularly checked in and made minor adjustments to ensure the best possible outcome. I’d like to highlight the incredible ‘hands-on’ work of the medical team that performed my procedure: Ramzan Hançar, Bu?ra Özbar, Bü?ra Karadibek, and ?irin Sö?üt. Their expertise, professionalism, and reassuring nature made a huge difference to my experience. They were meticulous, attentive, and focussed throughout the entire procedure. Aftercare instructions were explained clearly, and I was provided with everything I needed to ensure the best possible recovery. Anxieties & Expectations: Naturally, I had concerns before the procedure, but Smile Hair Clinic put me at ease every step of the way. The professionalism of the team and the structured process made me feel reassured. It’s a big decision with long-term results, so knowing I was in good hands was crucial. Negatives: For a balanced review, I’ll mention a couple of minor downsides. • Hotel: I chose the basic package (four-star hotel), which included a stay at the Ramada. While the restaurant served great Turkish food, the room itself wasn’t great. The air conditioning was noisy and unreliable, the bed and pillows were uncomfortable, and I struggled to sleep. This wasn’t Smile’s fault, but if I were to do it again, I might opt for the five-star hotel instead. • Clinic Cleanliness: The only small issue I noticed at the clinic was that the floor in the operating room wasn’t spotless. However, I was staring at it for a long time through the face hole in the bed, so I was hyper-aware of it. It wasn’t a major concern and didn’t impact my overall experience. Final Thoughts: So far, I’m very happy with my choice. It’s difficult to comment on anything else as we are 5 days post-procedure and the final results are a long way off. Dr Firdavs Ahmedov and his team were outstanding, and the whole process was smooth from start to finish. Now, the key part is the aftercare and seeing the final results over the next 12–18 months. If you’re considering a hair transplant in Istanbul, I’d highly recommend Smile Hair Clinic. They were professional, well-organised, and made an otherwise daunting experience feel comfortable and reassuring (I have so far recommended 3 friends to speak to Smile).
My experience was fantastic from day 1 with smile clinic and Dr Ahmedov. Him and his team treated me so well and the surgery went very well that even on day 3 my healing is going fast with little complications. I would highly recommend Smile clinic after deliberating for many years, the only problem was not taking the surgery years ago!
100% legit, everything from the planning, transit, hotel, operation, post op and post-trip communication has completely lived up to what I wanted and hoped for. Very happy with everything and I recommend this
Smile hair clinic did a great job taking care of me throughout the whole process. Everything was very easy to understand, whether it was directions coming from the airport or treatment after the surgery. They were amazing!
The plan to make everything easy and comfortable is a success. Prior information, on site examination et medical procedure, staff is very professionnal and even if they handle a lot of patients, they set a limit in order to get everything good. The transplant is not too painful, and done in great timing. The after operation tips are very good
Smile Hair Clinic ile yap?lan saç ekim süreci, operasyon öncesi, operasyon esnas? ve sonras?nda iletilmesi tam olarak belge iletilebilir. Tüm süreç bitimine kadar son derece ilgili ve yetenekli bir kadro ile saç ekimi yapt?rm?? olmak için gerçekten çok mutluyum. Operasyonun ba??nda Dr. Firdavs Ahmedov'a üstlenen operasyon, kendisi taraf?ndan yönetilen ve Bahad?r Bey ve Ceren Han?m'a aitti. Operasyon öncesi tüm süreci kolayla?t?rmak için Gül?ah Han?m'a, operasyon sonras? süreç ile Dr. Ferit Bey ve Damla Han?m'a bak?ld?. Operasyon sonras?nda kontrollerden sorumlu ve sorumlulu?u an?nda kar??mda buldu?um için Feyza Han?m'a çok te?ekkür ediyorum. Saç ekimi dü?ünen herkese hiç dü?ünmeden tavsiye ederim.
My experience with smile clinic was great! Very professional staff and doctors. Upon arrival, I was taken care of by the staff and they made sure I had food available to eat. Doctor explained all the details and made sure I understood the procedure and also asked me about my expectations and worked with me to find a middle ground. The procedure itself was very smooth with regular check-ins by the doctors and staff working on the surgery made sure I was comfortable throughout the procedure. After the procedure, I was explained the post op care and was walked to my transportation. Would highly recommend anyone looking to get hair transplant to get it done at Smile Clinic
Hello, the hardness of this surgery depends on anatomy and eyebrow arch (bony structure of eyebrow area). This structure signifies if the operation will be hard or not to perform.
It is better to do a beard transplant first and 2-3 weeks later perform the jaw procedure. Because during the surgery the patient needs to lay on his face. Ideal world do jaw surgery and 4-6 months later beard or beard and 2-3 weeks later jaw surgery.
Every individual is unique so how one's body reacts to different chemicals is also uniqe and hard to foresee. That is why we suggest our patients to try other alternatives when he got some side -effects from a medicine post transplant. You need try and find the best medication for your body that will suit best for your need.
Hello, for your case 1 month will be enough for your grafts to be secure. So, you need wait for at least one month to have your PRK surgery after your FUE Hair Transplant Surgery.
Crown area is a little bit more difficult area for transplant comparing to other areas of scalp. It is also important to see the previous photos to decide it is a good result or not. But if you are not comfortable with the results you can demand another operation with a professional to increase the density in the crown. If medication did not work this is a good option.
