Hair Transplant Surgery | Thailand Vs. Turkey
Over the last several years, there has been skyrocketing demand for hair transplants for both men and women. In the past “hair plugs” looked terrible and were the subject of ridicule, but that is no longer the case. With advancements made in technology, the results of hair transplants nowadays look more natural than ever with countless people desiring the procedure. Hair transplants in the west can often be exceedingly expensive which has led to people around the world searching for alternative destinations for the procedure. For many years, Turkey has been one of the leading tourist destinations for hair transplants, but gaining traction behind Turkey is Thailand. Thailand has continually gained recognition as the premier place for hair treatments with growing numbers of medical tourists flocking to the country for the procedure.
We have listed 5 major reasons below that people are flocking to Thailand for Hair Transplantation surgeries:
1. World-Class Hair Transplant Surgeons with Accreditation In Thailand
Thailand’s medical infrastructure is highly advanced with an overabundance of JCI accredited medical institutions & a plethora of highly skilled hair transplant surgeons. Many of the best hair transplant surgeons are trained abroad and hold certificates from renowned organizations like the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS). The large number of highly skilled surgeons ensures that patients receive the latest and greatest techniques including options for DHI – Direct Hair Implantation and FUE – Follicular Unit Extraction.
While Turkey is known for the large number of hair surgeries performed in its borders, concerns have been raised about the consistency of quality. Due to the large amount of people that visit Turkey for treatment, many clinics depend on assistants and technicians not opposed to registered doctors to conduct many parts of the hair transplant operation and this has caused in some cases a severe degradation of results. This is not the case in the Kingdom of Thailand, as there are strict laws that make sure only licensed doctors and medical professionals can perform surgery. The strictness of the law is comforting to patients who don’t have to worry that unskilled or fake surgeon is performing the surgery.
2. Modern Facilities In Thailand
Thailand’s medical infrastructure is world famous and for its high standards, modern equipment and cleanliness. Hair centers across Thailand centered in Bangkok rival their counterparts in Europe and Western countries in terms of their tech, quality of doctors and standards of patient care. Thai clinics are pristine and have a high end feel which is unmatched by destinations like Turkey. Most importantly, the quality results of hair transplants in Thailand continues to drive people to the country.
3. Hospitality in Thailand is Better and More Personalized
In terms of hospitality, Thailand is far ahead of Turkey. Thai culture puts an emphasis of friendliness, warmth, servitude, and customer service; this cultural norm is extremely evident in the medical and cosmetic industry. Instead of turning over as many patients as possible and focusing on profit, patients visiting Thailand for hair transplants report in overwhelming numbers their experience of feeling cared for, treated with respect, and being given custom treatment plans. This is opposed to the overall environment in Turkey where the sheer volume of patients who visit for hair surgery leads to a less tailored approach by clinics, leaving patients feeling like just another number in the queue.
4. Fair Prices Without A Reduction in Quality
Turkey is indeed well known due to the cost of hair transplants, but due to the saturation of the market, quality is starting to be a concern. Thailand not only offers fair prices, but it maintains top quality standards. A hair transplant (FUE) is available in Thailand with costs ranging from $3,500-$9,000, with the price being dependent on the amount of grafts and the clinic where the procedure is being done. The prices are a little higher on average than Turkey, but the quality and overal patient experience is worth it.
Of course for patients from the US, UK or Australia, pricing in Thailand is substantially lower. In the west, costs often go above $14,000 for the same hair transplant operation.
5. Thailand’s Recovery Environment (Post Treatment)
Thailand has a post treatment experience that is unmatched. The sunny warm weather, the beaches, the food, the wellness retreats, spas, nightlife, golf, cultural sights and the cost of stay makes Thailand the ideal setting for recovery. Thailand is also year in and year out one of the top 5 most traveled to tourist destinations with robust infrastructure to support millions of tourists each year, state of the art public transport and sky trains and modern city centers.
Turkey of course has an amazing culture and history but can’t match Thailand as a location for post surgery and recovery. Turkey’s weather can be cold and the political stability of the country in certain regions has raised concerns for some travelers.
Summing up: Thailand is now one of the top destinations in the world for Hair Transplant surgery.
Turkey is still one of the leaders in hair transplant tourism but Thailand has begun to overtake it. The principal reasons for Thailand’s emergence as a hub for hair transplants are: Thailand’s quality of surgeons, state of the art facilities for surgery and consultation, customer reviews and quality of the hair transplant procedures, attractive pricing, Thailand’s emphasis on personalized care, and the idyllic recovery environment.
If you are considering a hair transplant, Thailand might be the destination for you. Contact us for full details!
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