Dr. Caymaz Blog

Quick Numbers Scalp disease and surgery timing Remission before elective FUEOften 3, 6+ months (case-dependent) Active inflammationDelay surgery until controlled Scarring alopecia typesUsually not transplant candidates Post-op infection watchFirst 10, 14 days critical Key Takeaways Skin disease transplant takeaways Active scalp disease lowers graft survival and raises complications. Dermatology clearance comes before cosmetic schedul.....]

Quick Numbers Diabetes and hypertension planning benchmarks (examples only) Typical HbA1c target for elective planning (examples)Often below ~7–8% per treating physician Blood pressure goal before surgery (examples)Clinic-specific; usually stable on therapy Crown graft maturation (may be slower with DM/HT)Up to 12–18 months for final density read Blood thinner hold window (if approved)Set only by prescribing physician Key Takeaways Ke.....]

Quick Numbers At-a-glance references Typical zonesAbdomen, flanks, thighs AnesthesiaLocal or sedation plan CompressionWeeks 2-6 common Contour reviewMonth 3-6 photos Key Takeaways Key takeaways Liposuction reshapes fat pockets; it is not a weight-loss substitute for diet and training. Compression garments and walking early help swelling settle in a predictable .....]

Quick Numbers At-a-glance figures for finasteride after hair transplantation Planning horizon10–20 years Typical graft maturation9–14 months Early shedding phaseWeeks 2–8 5-AR blockade (finasteride)Type II isoform Key Takeaways Key takeaways for finasteride after hair transplantation Finasteride mainly protects native hair, not transplanted grafts. Timing to start or restart is individual; follow your surgeon's protocol. It is a pres.....]

Quick Numbers FUE outcome references Graft survival (skilled teams, literature)Often ~90–95% Shock loss windowWeeks 2–8 post-op (often temporary) Visible growth phaseMonth 4–6 onward for many Final assessment12–18 months Key Takeaways FUE failure prevention FUE can fail when planning and execution, not the acronym, are weak. Surgeon-led marking and channels beat technician-only mega sessions. Overharvest and sparse spreading produce .....]

Quick Numbers At-a-glance references Not for weight lossContour after stability Garment wearOften 6–8 weeks Muscle repairDiastasis common Scar tradeoffLower abdomen line Key Takeaways Key takeaways Tummy tuck targets skin and muscle laxity. Stable weight improves lasting results. Compression reduces fluid buildup. Plan pregnancy before elective tuck when possib.....]

Quick Numbers Turkey hair transplant travel benchmarks Typical Istanbul stay (FUE)3–5 days First wash after surgeryUsually day 1–2 post-op Return to desk work (many patients)~3–7 days with restrictions Full cosmetic maturation12–18 months Key Takeaways Turkey hair transplant safety takeaways Country reputation ≠ clinic quality; vet the specific surgical team. Surgeon-led FUE in licensed settings beats volume factory packages. Plan af.....]

Quick Numbers At-a-glance references Common toolsVeneers + whitening Gummy smile fixGum contouring Ortho roleAlignment first TimelineWeeks to months Key Takeaways Key takeaways Hollywood Smile is a plan, not one product. Gum balance matters as much as tooth color. Orthodontics may precede veneers. Oral health comes before aesthetics. Hollywood.....]

Quick NumbersTypical patch shapeRound or oval, coin-sized areasSpontaneous regrowth (many patients)Within months, sometimes up to ~12 monthsFirst specialistDermatologist, not hair surgeon aloneHair transplant timingOnly after inactive disease and medical clearanceKey TakeawaysAutoimmune mechanism: defense cells attack follicles, not the skin surface.Not contagious; diagnosis is clinical, often with dermatoscopy.Medical therapy and observation com.....]

Quick Numbers Hair loss benchmarks Normal daily shedding~50–100 hairs Minoxidil timeline (typical)3–6 months to notice change Finasteride DHT reduction~70% (typical adult dosing) Transplant maturation12–18 months Key Takeaways Stop hair loss takeaways Nutrition and stress explain some shedding; genetics drives most pattern baldness. FDA-approved meds can preserve hair before surgery becomes necessary. Early dermatology review rules o.....]