Did Mustafa Ceceli have a hair transplant? Yes, and he said so himself

What did Mustafa Ceceli say about his hair transplant?

In April 2024 the singer was filming a music video for the duet “Yaka Yaka” with Rabia Tunçbilek. During a break he answered questions from reporters, and one of them was about the reports that he had had a hair transplant. Milliyet published his answer on 19 April 2024: “I had a hair transplant, friends. Give me two months, and in two months you will see my hair. I don’t think I really needed it that much, but I’m slowly getting older. So last month I took care of it.” The next day Yeniçağ quoted the same words.

That is all we rely on here. Ceceli did not describe the technique, the number of grafts or other medical details, so this article does not guess at them. Where the text below explains methods and timelines, it describes hair transplantation in general, not his treatment.

What his answer tells us

Ceceli did not deny the rumours or change the subject. He said “yes”, gave his reason in one sentence — age — and asked for two months of patience. That short answer contains two points doctors explain to every patient. First, hair loss is a normal, usually genetic process that often becomes noticeable with age; a transplant is a medical decision, not something to hide. Second, the result is not visible straight away: hair needs time to grow.

A transplant does not stop genetic hair loss. It moves follicles that are resistant to it from the back of the head to the areas that have thinned, which is why the doctor plans with the future in mind, not only the present.

How a hair transplant works today

A modern hair transplant is an outpatient operation under local anaesthesia. Follicles are taken one by one from the donor area, usually the back of the head and the temples, and implanted where hair is missing. The main techniques are:

• FUE — grafts are extracted individually through tiny punctures and placed into channels made by the surgeon. No linear scar and no stitches.
• DHI — grafts are implanted with a special pen (Choi implanter) without pre-made channels, which gives fine control over angle and direction.
• Combined DHI+FUE — FUE extraction with DHI implantation.

Which option fits depends on the extent of hair loss and the density of the donor area. That is why the method is chosen at a consultation, not from a celebrity story.

Who is a good candidate and how to prepare

A transplant works best when the donor area at the back of the head is dense enough to give grafts. Typical reasons people consider it are a receding hairline or thinning temples, a high hairline, low density at the crown, patchy hair loss, and hair loss after trauma, burns, illness or hormonal disorders.

There are also contraindications, including age under 18, trichotillomania, body dysmorphic disorder, cancer, severe heart disease, diabetes mellitus, epilepsy, a pacemaker and intolerance to anaesthetics. The surgeon checks these before a date is booked. Before the operation the patient receives a list of tests and instructions; the number of grafts is estimated free of charge at the consultation.

Why “give me two months” is only the beginning

Ceceli asked fans to wait two months. For patients in general, the full picture takes longer. The scalp heals in about ten days. In weeks 2–4 the transplanted hairs usually shed — this is normal, the follicles stay under the skin. New growth starts at months 3–4, noticeable density comes at months 6–9, and the final result is assessed at 12–18 months. The timeline below shows the usual stages.

1. Day of surgeryLocal anaesthesia, grafts are taken and implanted; you go home the same day.
2. Days 1–10The scalp heals and small crusts fall off; you follow the washing and sleeping instructions.
3. Weeks 2–4Transplanted hairs shed. This is expected: the follicles remain under the skin.
4. Months 3–4New hair begins to grow, often fine at first.
5. Months 6–9Density becomes clearly visible.
6. Months 12–18The final result can be assessed.

A hair transplant at City Medical Centre

City Medical Centre performs FUE, DHI and combined hair transplants for international patients. The first consultation is free and can be held online: the doctor assesses photos of the hair and the donor area, estimates the number of grafts and names the price, which is then fixed in the contract. Current prices are $2,200 for FUE, $2,500 for DHI and $2,700 for the combined method; interest-free instalments over six months are available. The price includes follow-up appointments at 1, 3, 6, 9 and 12 months, and the clinic gives a lifetime guarantee of hair growth. More details are on the hair transplant page.

To be clear: City Medical Centre has no connection with Mustafa Ceceli or his treatment. His story is simply a well-known example of a man who talked openly about the procedure.

Hair transplant prices in this article are the current offer, valid until 31 October 2026. Regular prices: FUE $2,700, DHI $2,900, combined method $2,900. The price that applies to you is confirmed at the consultation.

Frequently asked questions

When did Mustafa Ceceli have his hair transplant?

On 19 April 2024 he told reporters that he had taken care of it the previous month, so in March 2024. His words were published by Milliyet and Yeniçağ.

Why did Mustafa Ceceli decide on a hair transplant?

He said he did not think he really needed it that much, but that he was slowly getting older. He gave no other reasons or medical details.

Which method did Mustafa Ceceli use?

He did not say which technique was used, so we do not speculate. Today most transplants are done by FUE, DHI or a combination; the choice depends on the individual hair loss and donor area.

When is the result of a hair transplant visible?

New growth usually starts at months 3–4, density becomes noticeable at months 6–9 and the final result is assessed at 12–18 months.

How much does a hair transplant cost at City Medical Centre?

Prices are $2,200 for FUE, $2,500 for DHI and $2,700 for the combined method. The final price is given after the free consultation and fixed in the contract.