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Estimate how many grafts you need based on your hair loss stage and goals. Takes 60 seconds. Results are reviewed by Dr. Arslan's team — free, no commitment.

Hairmedico Istanbul

Every graft count is personalised by Dr. Arslan

The Process

Your journey,
step by step.

From your first photographs to a full result at 12 months, with Dr. Arslan Musbeh involved at every stage.

01 · Bespoke Assessment

Free photo review

Submit three photographs. Dr. Arslan reviews every case personally within 24 hours and tells you plainly whether surgery is the right next step.

Hairline plan marked out on a patient before surgery

02 · Technique & Plan

Your personal plan

FUE, DHI or Algorithmic FUE™ is confirmed by the surgeon directly, with a graft estimate and a fixed, all-inclusive price.

Istanbul skyline with the Galata Tower and the Bosphorus

03 · Arrival Istanbul

Arrival in Istanbul

A VIP transfer meets you at the airport and takes you to your 5-star hotel, followed by a pre-op consultation day at the Levent clinic.

Dr. Arslan Musbeh performing a hair transplant procedure

04 · Surgery Day

Surgery day

Dr. Arslan personally leads every package, performing the channel-opening incision himself in Gold and VIP. You are the only patient in the clinic that day.

Close-up of a fully grown hairline at 12 months after a hair transplant, parted with a comb to show density

05 · Results at 12 Months

Results at 12 months

Full result visible at around 12 months. Our team supports you through 12 months of follow-up, including the first wash at the clinic.

Free Estimate Tool

Calculate Your Graft Count

1Gender

♂ Male Norwood scale

♀ Female Ludwig scale

2Norwood Stage — See scale →

IMinimal

IIEarly

IIIHairline

IVModerate

VAdvanced

VIExtensive

VIIComplete

3Target Area

Hairline only Front + temples

Crown only Vertex area

Hairline + Crown Full top coverage

Beard / Eyebrow Facial hair

4Desired Density

Natural coverage Full density Maximum

Your Estimate

2,000 grafts

Estimated range: 1,800 – 2,200 grafts

Technique

Sapphire FUE or DHI

Sessions

1 session

Duration

6–7 hours

Recovery

7–10 days

⚠ This is an estimate only. Your exact graft count depends on donor density, hair calibre, and scalp characteristics — all assessed by Dr. Arslan during your free consultation.

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What Affects Graft Count?

4 Factors That Determine
Your Exact Number

Hair Loss Stage

Your Norwood stage is the primary factor. More advanced stages require more grafts for natural coverage.

Donor Density

The density of your permanent horseshoe zone determines how many grafts can safely be harvested in one session.

Hair Calibre

Thicker hair covers more scalp per graft. Fine or light-coloured hair requires more grafts to achieve the same visual density.

Scalp Laxity

Loose scalp allows more grafts. Tight scalp limits session size. Dr. Arslan assesses this at your consultation.

Surgeon's Note

"Any calculator — including this one — gives you a starting point. Your real graft count depends on what I see when I examine your donor area. I have patients who look like Norwood 4 but have donor density of a Norwood 2. The number always changes after I see the hair."

Dr. Arslan Musbeh · View full profile →

Reference Guide

Average Graft Counts by
Hair Loss Stage

Stage	Min Grafts	Max Grafts	Best Technique	Sessions
Norwood I	—	—	Prevention only	—
Norwood II	800	1,500	Unshaven DHI	1
Norwood III	1,500	2,500	DHI or FUE	1
Norwood IV	2,500	3,500	Sapphire FUE	1
Norwood V	3,000	4,500	Sapphire FUE	1–2
Norwood VI	4,000	5,000	Staged FUE	2
Norwood VII	4,500	5,500+	Staged FUE	2
Ludwig I (Women)	1,000	1,800	Unshaven DHI	1
Ludwig II (Women)	1,500	2,500	Unshaven DHI	1
Ludwig III (Women)	2,000	3,500	DHI + Medical	1–2

Real Results

What These Graft Counts
Look Like in Practice

3000 graft Sapphire FUE hair transplant before after result Hairmedico Istanbul Dr Arslan

Norwood III–IV · 3,000 Grafts

Sapphire FUE · Hairline + Crown · 12 months · Dr. Arslan Musbeh

4000 graft advanced hair transplant before after Hairmedico Istanbul

Norwood V · 3,800 Grafts

Sapphire FUE · Full coverage · 14 months · Dr. Arslan Musbeh

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Related Guides

Learn More Before
Your Consultation

Hair Loss Scale

Norwood & Ludwig Scale — Find Your Stage

Interactive guide to all 7 Norwood stages for men and 3 Ludwig stages for women. Click your stage to see graft estimates and technique recommendations.

View scales →

Technique Guide

FUE vs DHI — Which Technique Suits You?

Full comparison of FUE, Sapphire FUE and DHI. Includes interactive decision tool and Norwood-based recommendations by Dr. Arslan.

Compare techniques →

Pricing

All-Inclusive Package Pricing

Personalised pricing based on your graft count. Includes surgery, hotel, transfers, aftercare kit and 12-month follow-up. No hidden fees.

See pricing →

Free — No Obligation

Get Your Exact Graft Count
from Dr. Arslan — Free

This calculator gives you a starting estimate. Send photos of your hair via WhatsApp and Dr. Arslan's team will confirm your exact graft count, recommend the right technique, and provide your all-inclusive package price — within 24 hours.

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