hair transplant cost by Norwood scale in Turkey

Hair Transplant Costs by Norwood Scale in Turkey

The Norwood Scale is a degree style scale first introduced 1957 but reformatted in 1975 by Dr. O’Tar Norwood. It designates degrees of hair loss based on density and position of the loss on the scalp from 1-7: 1 being the least amount of hair loss to 7 being extreme receding of hairline and significant loss of hair viability. Norwood scale is an international scale still used in hair transplant consultations and diagnosis to determine the severity of the patient’s hair loss. 

 

Depending on how high you are on the scale the hair transplant costs may increase in Turkey. This is due to the increase in number of grafts but also the complexity and length of the procedure. Continue reading to find out if you want to learn about the costs depending on hair loss severity and degree of Norwood Scale.

Hair Transplant Costs and Norwood Scale

 

Hair transplant costs are usually the second most important thing patients pay attention to when they are choosing their clinics, first being the experience and strength of patient communication. Clinics usually prepare packages to offer services that are complementary and beneficial for their patients and these packages may include accommodation, transportation and even first-wash and hair care services. 

 

These packages may also include various degrees of the Norwood scale and as the severity increases so does the cost. This is simply due to the fact that as the degree increases the hair grafts to be transplanted also increase. 

Norwood scale 1 cost in Turkey

Norwood Scale 1 Cost

Norwood Stage 1 is the smallest amount of hair grafts needed for a patient’s almost visibly receding hairline. Depending on the amount of hair grafts needed your doctor may opt for non-invasive treatments like PRP or Stem Cell Hair transplants which will be slightly cheaper as they are not an operation but a treatment, around 500-700 USD. Usually hair grafts under 1000 are considered to be in Norwood Scale 1. In Turkey the average cost for Norwood Scale 1 hair transplant is around 1500-1900 US$. 

Norwood scale 2 cost in Turkey

Norwood Scale 2 Cost

Norwood Stage 2 is when the receding hairline has become more obvious and the hair loss is at an uncomfortable pace. Usually hair grafts between 1000-2000 are considered to be in Norwood Stage 2.  In Turkey the average cost for Norwood Scale 2 hair transplant is around 1800- 2100 US$.

Norwood scale 3 cost in Turkey

Norwood Stage 3 Cost

Norwood Stage 3 consists of two different areas on the scalp: the usual hairline and the vertex which is at the peak of the scalp. These two may be considered together when the hair graft amount is being determined. Usually hair grafts between 2000 to 3000 are considered to be Norwood Stage 3 hair transplants. In Turkey the average cost of Norwood Scale 3 hair transplant is around 1900- 2200 US$. Depending on the severity of the hair loss and balding this amount can be lower or higher.

Norwood scale 3 verteks cost in Turkey

Norwood Stage 3-vertex Cost

 

The vertex is the peak of the scalp and also can be referred to as the apex. At Norwood stage 3 the vertex is yet to connect to the receded hairline so you will find that these operations are sometimes categorized differently than Norwood Stage 3 hair transplants. 2000-3000 hair grafts are usually considered to be in the range for Norwood Stage 3. In Turkey the average cost of Norwood Scale 3 hair transplant is around 1900- 2200 US$ and can change depending on the severity of hair loss in the vertex area.

Norwood scale 4 cost in Turkey

Norwood Stage 4 Cost

 

Norwood Stage 4 is when the hairline has receded far back and has connected to the vertex where hair loss has also started to occur significantly. If hair grafts between 3000 to 4000 are needed for the patient that means the patient is at Norwood Stage 4. In Turkey the average cost of Norwood Scale 4 hair transplant is around 2000- 2300 US$.

Norwood scale 5 cost in Turkey

Norwood Stage 5 Cost

 

At Norwood Stage 5 the patient’s vertex is quite prominent and the hair loss is significant. Usually for patients that require 4000 to 5000 hair grafts are considered to be at Norwood Stage 5. The most important factor for patients that are identified as Norwood Stage 5 or up is the viability of the donor area. The donor area must be healthy and able to generate the adequate hair follicle for the operation. In Turkey the average cost of Norwood Scale 5 hair transplant is around 2000- 2500 US$. 

Norwood scale 6 cost in Turkey

Norwood Stage 6 Cost

 

At Norwood Stage 6 the hair around the vertex is diminishing and the hairline has already receded further into the vertex. For Patients with Norwoof Stage 6 diagnosis 5000 to 6000 hair grafts are needed.  In Turkey the average cost of Norwood Scale 6 hair transplant is around 2300- 2700 US$. At this stage depending on the donor area viability the doctor may suggest splitting the procedure in two distinct procedures thus the cost may alter depending on the operation and the clinic.

Norwood scale 7 cost in Turkey

Norwood Stage 7 Cost

 

At Norwood Stage 7 the top of the hair including the hairline is bare and there might be balding in the sides and even the nape area. At this stage the donor area might not be as viable as the patient needs. Norwood Stage 7 usually requires more than 6000 hair grafts. 

 

Usually a complete recovery with a single operation is not possible however your surgeon might also suggest multiple hair transplants in the span of a few years. In Turkey the average cost of Norwood Scale 7 hair transplant is around 2600- 3000 US$.

Above Norwood Scale hair Transplant Cost Turkey

Cost Above Norwood Scale 

 

There are patients whose hair loss is significant and out of the bounds of the Norwood Scale. Or sometimes patients require additional treatments or multiple rounds of hair transplants to achieve full recovery. In such cases the clinics will create packages for the patient’s unique case: these packages may include rounds of non-invasive treatments like PRP, I-PRF and Stem Cell Hair Transplant. Or considering the viability and health of the donor area the needed amount of grafts can be divided into two and administered in two hair transplant operations. These will alter the cost of the hair transplants.

At which stage of the Norwood scale is it more economical to have a hair transplant?

 

One thing about hair loss is that it is steady and it will continue in rapid succession unless treated. If you are observing hair loss and balding, make haste to consult a healthcare professional or a hair clinic. They will help you determine the root cause of your hair loss and offer treatments based on your diagnosis. 

 

As far as transplants go most patients prefer to get them around Norwood Stage 2 as the hairline has not receded that back and the donor area might be viable and ample for the transplant ahead. As Norwood Stage 2 is significantly cheaper than stages 3 to 7 it is the optimum range to get a consultation and proceed with the transplant. The recovery will also be quicker and hassle free as the target area is much smaller. 

 

Does it make more sense to have hair transplant in the early stages of norwood scale?

 

Short answer is, yes it does make more sense to have hair transplant in the early stages of Norwood scale rather than the later stages. This is because not only will the operation be significantly cost efficient, the recovery will be easier along with the overall appearance of the hair will change more subtly. Most patients prefer to opt for this operation earlier in their hair recovery journey.

FAQs About Hair Transplant Costs by Norwood Scale

Hair transplant costs differ from clinic to clinic however usually they are categorized by Norwood Scale and the services offered by the clinic. The logic is simple, the more hair there is to transplant, the more the cost will be. This is because finding viable hair in the donor area and planting seamlessly along the new hairline become more detailed of a work in higher grafts.

Yes of course, hope is not lost yet. However depending on the severity of the hair loss and the viable hair follicles in the donor area the patient may need more than one transplant or even some other hair treatments to jump start their hair recovery journey.

Hair loss does not stop at norwood 3 because hair loss simply does not stop. It is normal to lose hair daily, our hair follicles replenish themselves. It is the speed of which or the strength of which that matters. Let’s say the patient has Norwood Scale 3 of hair loss degree. The patient may observe slowing down but it doesn’t really stop and furthermore there is no guarantee that it won’t pick up speed later on in life. The patient may observe hair loss and balding in rapid succession some time later.

Norwood Scale 2 of hair loss degree is still pretty mild. With proper care and advanced treatments like PRP, I-PRF, Stem Cell and even Minoxidil treatments may stimulate significant hair growth for the patient.