Liposuction in Turkey
Reshaping the buttocks with your own fat, with safety at the centre of every step, in a JCI-accredited hospital in Adana.
You may have read news reports about serious complications, and even deaths, after BBL surgery, including in Turkey. Those reports are real, and we think you should know about the risk before anything else.
The most serious risk of a BBL is fat embolism: fat entering the large blood vessels in the buttock muscle and travelling to the lungs. This is mainly linked to fat being injected into or under the muscle. Safety guidance in plastic surgery today is clear: fat should be placed only in the layer above the muscle, under the skin.
This is how we approach every BBL at Medicape:
A BBL reshapes the buttocks using your own fat. In one operation, fat is removed by liposuction from areas such as the abdomen, flanks, lower back or thighs. It is then purified and carefully injected to give the buttocks more shape and projection.
Because fat is taken from the waist and lower back, the change in your overall shape often comes as much from the liposuction as from the buttocks themselves.
A BBL may suit you if:
A BBL is usually not suitable if you are very slim with little fat to transfer, have a clotting disorder or uncontrolled medical condition, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Your surgery is performed by a specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. You can find your surgeon's profile, qualifications and experience on the Our Doctors page.
You'll speak with your surgeon in your online consultation, before anything is booked.
Not all of the transferred fat survives. Part of it is naturally absorbed by the body in the first months. How much remains differs from person to person. The final shape is usually visible after about six months, and the fat that has settled by then behaves like the rest of your body fat.
For about three weeks, you should avoid sitting directly on your buttocks, because pressure can reduce blood supply to the new fat. You'll lie on your front or side, and use a special BBL pillow when you need to sit.
A flight home means sitting for hours, which puts pressure on the buttocks and increases the risk of blood clots. Before you fly:
For long-haul flights, such as to the US, we'll plan your return with extra care.
Not included: flights, travel insurance, personal expenses.
Sport, cycling and anything that puts pressure on the buttocks usually wait for about six to eight weeks.
Your surgeon will go through your personal risks with you before you decide.
Is a BBL safe?
A BBL carries more serious risk than most cosmetic operations. Placing fat only above the muscle, with the operation done by a specialist surgeon in a hospital, is the most important way to reduce that risk. We'll talk through the risks with you honestly before you decide.
How long do I need to stay in Turkey?
About 10 days, so your surgeon can check your recovery and clear you to fly safely.
When can I sit normally?
Usually after about three weeks. Until then, use a BBL pillow or lie on your front or side.
Will I lose the result if I lose weight?
The transferred fat behaves like your own fat. Significant weight loss can reduce the volume, so a stable weight helps you keep your result.
Can I have a bigger result in one operation?
We plan the amount of fat within safe limits. If you'd like more volume, a second session after several months is safer than taking risks in one operation.
Can someone come with me?
Yes, and we strongly recommend it for a BBL. Your companion can stay with you at the hotel.
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| Prof. Dr. Cengiz Eser Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Specialist |
JCI-Accredited Hospital Contracted Hospital |
Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) |
| Our plastic surgeons perform body contouring procedures, including Brazilian Butt Lift surgery. The approach focuses on natural-looking curves while maintaining body harmony and patient safety. | BBL surgery at Medicape Health is performed at our JCI-accredited partner hospital in Adana. | In a BBL, fat is removed by liposuction, purified and injected into the buttocks to change their shape and volume. |
The cost depends on the number of liposuction areas, the amount of fat transferred and whether you combine it with another procedure. Send us your photos and you'll receive a written, all-inclusive quote within 24 hours.
Tell us briefly about your case and our patient coordinator will get back to you with the details.
Send us your photos on WhatsApp. A patient coordinator replies within 24 hours, and you'll speak with your surgeon about your goals and the risks before anything is booked.
A Partnership Backed by International Trust
Medicape Health works in partnership with Medline Adana Hospital, a long-standing healthcare provider for the international community, including U.S. personnel associated with İncirlik Air Base.
A Relationship Recognized Since 2015
Medline Hospital’s quality of care and patient experience were recognized by the Commander of the U.S. Air Force 39th Medical Group in 2015.
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