Facelift & Eyelid Surgery in Turkey
About This Treatment
A facelift — technically a rhytidectomy — targets the lower two-thirds of the face. The surgeon repositions underlying muscle and tissue, removes excess skin and re-drapes the skin smoothly over the newly lifted contours. The result, when done well, is not a pulled or operated look but a genuinely refreshed one — patients typically look five to ten years younger without looking like they’ve had surgery. A blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, addresses the upper lids, lower lids or both. Excess skin on the upper lids can impair vision as well as appearance; lower lid surgery targets the puffiness and hollowing that make a face look permanently tired. The two procedures are frequently performed together, as they complement each other naturally.
Turkey has attracted a significant number of patients seeking facial surgery specifically — the surgeons at leading clinics have accumulated considerable experience across a high volume of cases, which matters in a field where judgement and precision are everything. At Medivoyage, we are careful about who we recommend for facial procedures. The stakes are higher, the margin for error smaller, and our standards reflect that.
Most suitable candidates are in their forties to sixties, though suitability is determined by the condition of the skin and underlying tissue rather than age alone. Good skin elasticity, overall health and realistic expectations are the key factors. A facelift addresses sagging and volume loss in the lower face and neck — if your primary concern is skin texture, sun damage or fine lines, other treatments may be more appropriate. Eyelid surgery is suitable for anyone with excess skin, puffiness or drooping in the lid area, regardless of age. Your surgeon will assess both your anatomy and your goals during consultation.
For a facelift, most patients stay in Turkey for seven to ten days post-operatively — this allows for the initial swelling and bruising to be monitored and for sutures to be removed before you travel. Significant bruising and swelling is normal in the first week and gradually resolves over three to four weeks. Most patients feel comfortable returning to work and social settings within two to three weeks, though full settling of results takes three to six months. Eyelid surgery has a faster recovery — most patients are presentable within ten days. The two procedures can be performed simultaneously, meaning a single trip covers both.
This is the question we hear most often — and it’s the right one to ask. Natural results come from a surgeon who understands facial anatomy deeply and who listens carefully to what you want to achieve. The goal is never to look operated on, but to look like yourself with the clock turned back. During consultation, your surgeon will discuss the specific changes being made and show you realistic projected outcomes. If something doesn’t feel right about the plan, you say so — and a good surgeon will adjust accordingly.
As with any surgery performed under general anaesthesia, there are inherent risks — including reaction to anaesthesia, infection, bleeding and scarring. These are rare when surgery is performed in an accredited facility by an experienced surgeon following proper protocols. Temporary numbness, asymmetry during healing and prolonged swelling are more common but resolve with time. Your surgeon will walk you through the specific risks relevant to your procedure and health history during your pre-operative consultation — this conversation should feel thorough, not rushed.
A facelift does not stop the ageing process, but it does set the clock back in a meaningful way. Most patients enjoy their results for seven to ten years before further changes become noticeable. Lifestyle factors — sun protection, not smoking, maintaining a stable weight — significantly influence how long results last. Eyelid surgery results tend to be very long-lasting, particularly for upper lid work, as the skin in that area rarely returns to the same degree of excess. Many patients find a single procedure is sufficient for a decade or more.
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Our UK-based team is with you from your very first enquiry through to your aftercare. We speak your language, understand your concerns, and make sure nothing falls through the cracks. Whether you are travelling to Turkey for treatment or seeing a visiting specialist here in London, you are in trusted hands.
Simply book a free consultation through our website. One of our UK-based team members will get in touch to understand your needs, answer your questions, and guide you through the next steps — with no obligation.
Yes. Every patient’s situation is different, so we take the time to understand your medical history and goals before recommending a specialist or clinic. Nothing is one-size-fits-all.
Our team supports you throughout, including translation where needed, so language is never a barrier between you and your specialist.
Aftercare doesn’t end when you return home. We stay in touch to check on your recovery and make sure you have clear guidance for any follow-up care you may need.
None at all. The consultation is simply to understand your needs and explain your options — the decision to proceed is always yours.
We work exclusively with experienced specialists who are recognised both in their home country and internationally, so you can feel confident you’re in capable hands at every stage of your treatment.
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