Success

BEFORE

AFTER

Michael Champoux

5,000 Grafts—FUE
9 months post-op
From Trois Rivieres, CA

It changed everything. I like taking pictures now, I don’t wear caps anymore, and I just feel great about myself. It was the best thing I did for myself last year.

Michael Champoux

5,000 Grafts Hair Transplant Before After

FUE
Method
5,000
Grafts
Result after
9 months
From Trois Rivieres, CA

At first, he considered local options in Canada, but the prices were extremely high and the results he saw were not natural. After a long period of research—scrolling through Instagram, TikTok, and reading news features—he decided to travel to Turkey for a hair transplant.

From the very beginning, the experience exceeded his expectations. He was welcomed at the airport with a private transfer, stayed in a high-quality hotel, and was guided by a translator throughout the process. The center itself felt more like a luxury resort—spotlessly clean, modern, and comfortable.

The surgery day was long, but he describes the medical team as attentive, friendly, and highly professional. The procedure itself wasn’t painful, aside from the brief discomfort of the anesthetic injections. Even the center’s meals impressed him compared to what he was used to back home.

The first night required sleeping in an upright position, which was a little uncomfortable but manageable. Within days, he was back to traveling and even returned to work just three days after surgery.

Nine months later, he is thrilled with his results. Most people can’t even tell he had a transplant unless he mentions it. His friends and family, who were initially skeptical, are now amazed at the natural look. He feels more confident, enjoys styling his hair, and even jokes about taking longer to get ready because he wants to try new hairstyles.

Beyond the surgery itself, what impressed him most was the aftercare. Through a WhatsApp support group, he had immediate access to medical advice and product recommendations whenever he needed. Even when he developed a minor skin issue, the clinic guided him step by step, coordinating with his local doctor to ensure it was resolved quickly.

Today, he says choosing Turkey for his transplant was the best decision he could have made. The combination of professionalism, results, and ongoing support gave him not only his hair back but also his confidence.

How has his life changed after the hair transplant?

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How did your family and friends react to your transformation?

At first, my family joked, “You’ll have hair everywhere!” They didn’t understand how it worked; I thought I had to choose hair size like a wig. Now they’re amazed by the result. My confidence changed completely. I love taking pictures now. I don’t wear caps anymore; I experiment with hairstyles. My friends tease me, “You’re so girly now!” and I’m like, “Yeah, I paid for these hairs; I’ll enjoy them!”
It’s one of the best things I’ve done for myself. I feel great, confident, and proud.

How was your aftercare experience once you returned home?

What’s amazing is the aftercare. In Canada, you can’t talk to a doctor 24/7. With Estenove, there’s a WhatsApp group where you can get help anytime. I even order my hair products directly from you because it’s cheaper and safer. I had a small folliculitis infection (I’m prone to that), but your doctor responded right away—asked for photos, recommended medication, and shampoo—and my doctor here followed that plan. Everything healed perfectly. My doctor in Canada was impressed by your responsiveness. Even with the 7-hour time difference, the aftercare team always answered within 30–45 minutes. They’re professional, attentive, and reassuring. It’s rare to find that level of support.

What do you think about the doctors and the medical team at Estenove?

Extremely professional and kind. The doctor took the time to understand the hairline I wanted. Everything he said turned out accurate, and I still keep in touch with him via Instagram. He’s more than a doctor—he’s someone you can trust.

How was your overall experience with the hair transplant procedure?

The car picked me up in the morning. The translator was so nice. The center looked like a resort—super clean, nothing like the ones in Quebec. They guided me through every step. The surgery was long, but everyone was friendly and professional. The translator came in several times to explain what was happening. The center’s food was surprisingly good! In Canada, it’s terrible — cold soup, no salt, nothing fresh. In Turkey, everything was hot and delicious.

How you decided to get it done, and how it affected your life?

When I was young, I used to play with my hair to hide that part. I remember being 24, my car’s sunroof was open, and I saw the top of my scalp. I thought, “No, I’m not going bald like my father.” I started changing my haircut to make it look fuller. At 31 — now I’m 35 — I noticed after swimming that my scalp was visible. I thought maybe I’d do a transplant one day. My stepfather did one in Quebec 20 years ago — it looked unnatural. My brother-in-law did one in Montreal four years ago — it cost $20,000! So I started searching online, saw ads on Google, Facebook, TikTok, Instagram. I found your page, saw Estenove featured on Good Morning America and The New York Times. That gave me trust. I booked my surgery in April for October.

Did you meet other patients who had surgery?

Yes! At the hotel you meet many people who just had or are about to have surgery. You can ask questions, share experiences. One guy told me it was his third one and that only the needle hurts, five minutes and done. At the airport, I saw many others with clinic bands. Turkish Airlines was great too. Everything was clean and organized. I always tell people: go to Turkey, not Canada. Results are better, techniques are more advanced, and the experience is incredible.