Direct Hair Implantation · Choi Implanter Pen

DHI hair transplant in Istanbul & London.

Direct Hair Implantation uses the Choi Implanter Pen to extract and place each follicle in a single motion — controlling depth, angle and direction graft-by-graft. Particularly powerful for hairline restoration, women's procedures, and smaller targeted sessions. Performed by Dr. Hamid Aydın at Liv Hospital Ulus.

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When DHI is the right choice

Hairline restoration

Direction precision matters most at the front. The Choi pen lets the surgeon control angle in 3D, producing the most natural hairline appearance.

Female hair transplant

No shaving required of the recipient area. DHI works with existing hair so women retain their length throughout the procedure and recovery.

Smaller targeted sessions

For 1,500–3,000 grafts focused on specific zones, DHI is highly efficient. Larger sessions (5,000+) are typically better suited to Sapphire FUE.

Combination procedures

Many of our cases combine DHI for the front hairline with Sapphire FUE for crown density — best of both worlds in one session.

05 · Surgical techniques

Three methods, one outcome.

Your surgeon recommends the technique that suits your case — never sold by package.

Standard FUE

Follicular Unit Extraction

Individual follicles extracted one by one with a 0.6–0.8 mm micro-punch and manually placed in pre-made channels. Widely performed worldwide.

Grafts5,000+ per session
Session4–5 hours
Recovery7–10 days
From£1,250 - £2,500

RECOMMENDED

Sapphire FUE

V-tipped sapphire blades

Genuine sapphire crystal blades create smaller V-shaped channels. Less tissue trauma, faster healing, and denser graft packing.

Grafts5,000+ per session
Session4–5 hours
Recovery5–7 days
From£1,750 - £3,250

Direct DHI

Choi Implanter Pen

Extraction and implantation in a single motion, controlling depth, angle, and direction per graft. Ideal for hairline design.

GraftsUp to 4,000
Session6–10 hours
Recovery5–7 days
From£2,250 - £4,250

04 · Your surgeon

Your Surgeon at Liv Hospital Ulus.

Your procedure is led by Dr. Hamid Aydın — founder of Estetistanbul Medical Center with 25+ years of experience and 25,000+ successful operations. ISHRS member, former President of SAÇDER (Turkish Hair Restoration Society). His team at Liv Hospital Ulus covers 20+ languages.

ISHRS Member

Verified surgeon · 25,000+ ops

LEAD HAIR TRANSPLANT SURGEON

Dr. Hamid Aydın

Founder · Estetistanbul Medical Center

Born in 1969, Dr. Aydın graduated from Dicle University Medical School in 1993. A pioneer in hair restoration since 2000, he was among the first FUE practitioners in Turkey (2005) and trained in robotic transplantation (2010).

He has performed 25,000+ successful operations with a 98% patient satisfaction rate. Former President of SAÇDER (Turkish Hair Restoration Society), active member of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS).

25,000+

Successful operations

98%

Patient satisfaction rate

Since 2000

Hair restoration pioneer

03 · Transparent pricing

Real prices. Real packages. No hidden fees.

All-inclusive packages from £950. Same surgeon, same hospital, same Free Touch-Up Guarantee — whichever location you choose. UK private clinics charge 4–10× more for the surgery alone.

Common questions, answered.

If your question isn't here, our team responds within 2 hours during working hours.

Is a hair transplant in Turkey safe?

Yes. Your procedure is performed at Liv Hospital Ulus — a JCI-accredited hospital and part of MLP Care, Turkey's largest private healthcare group. 135+ countries served. A fully equipped multi-specialty hospital, not a standalone clinic.

Is the procedure painful?

Local anaesthesia throughout — patients typically feel no pain. Mild post-op discomfort is managed with standard medication.

How many grafts will I need?

Receding hairline: 1,500–2,500. Thinning crown: 1,500–3,000. Full coverage: 4,000–6,000. Each graft contains 1–4 hairs. Precise estimate in consultation.

Are there hidden costs?

No. Transparent pricing from the outset. Your complete package is shared before you commit — what we quote is what you pay.

What is recovery like?

Daily activities resumed within days. Healing over 7–10 days. New growth begins months 3–4; full result 8–12 months.

Why choose Turkey over other countries?

Turkey performs more hair transplants than any other country. Hospitals like Liv Hospital at 60–70% lower cost than UK, Germany, or US — supported by the Turquality programme.

Will my hair transplant look natural?

Yes. Dr. Hamid plans the hairline manually for each patient — angle, density and direction are matched to your existing hair. The Sapphire FUE and DHI techniques produce smaller, more natural channels than older methods. Most patients tell us friends and family did not notice they had a transplant after 6 months.

Can I fly home the next day?

We recommend staying 3 nights minimum so the medical team can perform the official first wash on day 3. The flight itself is safe from day 2, but the first wash, post-op briefing and aftercare kit handover happen on day 3 at Liv Hospital. Many patients combine the trip with light sightseeing.

What happens if the result is not what I expected?

At month 12 we conduct a final review. If density in any transplanted area is below expectations, BergemHealth covers a complimentary touch-up session at Liv Hospital — including your flight and 3-night hotel. This guarantee applies to all FUE, Sapphire FUE and DHI procedures booked through us, with no time limit on requesting the touch-up assessment.