PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
Patient's own blood concentrated and injected to stimulate follicles.
Price range (Turkey)
€200 – €600
Estimated package range from publicly available pricing data. Confirm directly with each clinic.
How it works
PRP therapy involves drawing the patient's blood, centrifuging it to concentrate platelets and growth factors, then injecting it into the scalp. The growth factors stimulate dormant follicles and strengthen existing hair. Typically 3-6 sessions for noticeable results. Often combined with hair transplant for enhanced healing.
Step-by-step: how the procedure works
PRP is a non-surgical injection that uses growth factors from your own blood to slow hair shedding and thicken existing follicles. Best for early-stage thinning, not advanced baldness.
Consultation
20–30 minClinician evaluates your stage of hair loss. PRP works best for diffuse thinning, early miniaturization, and as adjunct after a hair transplant. Advanced baldness will not respond.
Blood draw
5–10 min10–20 ml of blood drawn from your arm — same as a routine lab test.
Centrifugation
10–15 minBlood is spun in a centrifuge to separate the platelet-rich plasma layer from red blood cells and other components.
Scalp preparation
5 minScalp cleaned with antiseptic. Topical numbing cream or scalp nerve block applied for comfort.
Injection
20–30 minPRP is injected into the thinning areas with very fine needles at a depth that reaches the follicle bulge zone. Some clinics use micro-needling instead of injection.
Recovery
0–24 hoursNo downtime. Mild redness or scalp tenderness for a few hours. Avoid washing the area or applying products for 24 hours.
Repeat sessions
monthly, then quarterlyStandard protocol: 3–4 sessions one month apart, then maintenance every 4–6 months. Skipping maintenance causes effect to fade.
Visible results
3–6 monthsReduced shedding within 4–8 weeks. Thicker individual hairs visible at month 3. Best evidence supports PRP slowing progression — not regrowing dead follicles.
General overview only. Individual clinics may vary protocols slightly.
Pros
- +Non-surgical
- +Patient's own blood (low allergy risk)
- +Can enhance transplant results
- +Minimal downtime
Considerations
- -Multiple sessions needed
- -Variable results
- -Not for advanced baldness
Conditions this treats
Hair conditions where PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) is commonly used.
Female Pattern Hair Loss
Diffuse thinning across the top of the scalp — affects 40% of women by age 50.
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Early stage hair loss — frontal hairline retreats backward, often forming an M-shape.
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Diffuse hair shedding triggered by stress, illness, childbirth, or medication.
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Excessive hair shedding 2-6 months after childbirth — usually temporary.
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Overall reduction in hair density without a clear pattern — early-stage diagnosis matters.
Learn moreClinics specializing in PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
Clinics that highlight this technique as a specialty.
Smile Hair Clinic
Istanbul · est. 2018
First and only hair transplant clinic worldwide with Temos A-rated certification. 5.0 Trustpilot with 4,044+ verified reviews.
€3,500 – €5,800
Sule Hair Transplant
Istanbul · est. 2016
JCI, ISO, TUV Rheinland, ISHRS accredited. Perfect 5.0 Trustpilot rating. 10,000+ operations.
€3,200 – €4,800
Other clinics offering PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
HLC Hairline Clinic
Ankara · est. 2008
Premium Ankara clinic — manual FUE performed by surgeons only, no assistants. Doctor-led care.
€4,500 – €7,500
Civas & Akpınar Hair Transplant
Ankara · est. 1999
Founded 1999. Dr. Civas is the first Turkish hair surgeon ABHRS-certified, ISHRS+AAHRS+ESHRS+EHRS member. One patient per day model.
€5,000 – €8,500
AEK Hair Clinic
Istanbul · est. 2014
Dr. Ali Emre Karadeniz — the only Turkish plastic surgeon worldwide with both ABHRS certification and FISHRS Fellow status.
€5,500 – €8,500
Dr. Serkan Aygin Clinic
Istanbul · est. 2004
Established hair clinic since 2004, 22+ years experience. Dr. Aygin personally oversees every operation.
€3,000 – €5,000
Get New Hair Clinic
Istanbul · est. 2018
Prof. Dr. Kayihan Sahinoglu — FISHRS + ABHRS dual credentialed. 25 years experience, 5,000+ surgeries.
€5,000 – €8,000
Sapphire Hair Clinic
Istanbul · est. 2017
Operates within Istinye University Hospital. Dr. Okan Morkoç, ISHRS associate member. Hospital A-License.
€3,200 – €5,000
Dr. Cinik Hair Hospital
Istanbul · est. 2008
High-volume Istanbul hospital, 16+ years operation. Dr. Cinik personally oversees the medical team. 60,000+ procedures performed.
€3,200 – €5,000
Cosmedica Clinic
Istanbul · est. 2007
20,000+ operations over 16 years. Dr. Levent Acar internationally recognized for Micro Sapphire FUE.
€3,000 – €4,800
AHD Clinic
Antalya · est. 2002
Antalya hair clinic since 2002. Dr. Doganay holds ISHRS, IAHRS, and American Hair Loss Association membership.
€4,000 – €6,500
Frequently asked: PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
Platelet-Rich Plasma uses growth factors from your own blood. A small blood sample is drawn, spun in a centrifuge to concentrate platelets, then injected into the scalp. The growth factors stimulate dormant follicles and improve scalp circulation. Most effective for early to moderate diffuse thinning, less effective for advanced pattern baldness.
Standard protocol is 3 sessions, 4 weeks apart, followed by maintenance every 4–6 months. Initial results typically visible at 3–4 months. PRP works best as part of an ongoing routine, not a one-time fix.
€200–500 per session at most clinics. Premium clinics charge up to €800 per session, often bundled with mesotherapy. Some clinics include PRP free with surgical packages — worth asking about.
No. PRP doesn't add hair — it strengthens existing follicles. Without maintenance sessions (every 4–6 months), the effect fades. Think of it as fertilizer for existing hair, not a transplant.
PRP uses your own blood, so allergic reaction risk is essentially zero. Side effects are typically mild scalp tenderness for 24–48 hours. Avoid PRP if you have a clotting disorder or are on blood thinners.