My Experience at Dr. Hakan Clinic in Istanbul Progress Pictures 1/24/2026
A 34-year-old underwent a hair transplant with 5,250 grafts, stem cell therapy, and PRP at Dr. Hakan Clinic in Istanbul, without using Minoxidil or Finasteride. Despite initial concerns about the hairline design, the user is optimistic about the results and plans to update progress over time.
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