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Facial Aesthetics

Facelift Surgery in Turkey

Natural-looking facial rejuvenation in a JCI-accredited hospital in Adana.

Face lift surgery visual for rhytidectomy treatment at Medicape Health in Turkey

Is a facelift right for you?

A facelift (rhytidectomy) lifts the deeper tissues of the lower face and neck and removes loose skin. It is designed to soften jowls, sharpen the jawline and smooth the neck, while you still look like yourself.

A facelift may suit you if:

your jawline has lost its definition or you have visible jowls

the skin under your chin and on your neck has become loose

the folds from your nose to the corners of your mouth have deepened

you are in good general health and do not smoke, or are willing to stop before and after surgery

A facelift does not change fine lines on the skin surface or volume loss around the eyes. If your main concern is a heavy outer brow, a temple lift may suit you better. If it is your eyelids, eyelid surgery can be done in the same session.

Your surgeon

Your facelift is performed by a specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery who focuses on facial rejuvenation. 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. They will tell you honestly whether a facelift is the right operation for you, or whether a smaller procedure would give you what you're looking for.

The technique

Most facelifts at Medicape use the SMAS technique. The surgeon lifts the supportive layer beneath the skin (the SMAS) and repositions it, rather than simply pulling the skin tight. In selected patients, a deep plane approach is used, which repositions the tissues at a deeper level.

Because the deeper layers carry the lift, the skin is not under tension. This is what helps the result look natural rather than "pulled".

The incisions follow the natural creases in front of and behind the ear and run into the hairline. When the neck is treated as well, a small incision is placed under the chin.

Which technique is right for you depends on your anatomy, skin quality and goals. Your surgeon will explain their recommendation in your consultation.

Facelift alongside other procedures

A facelift treats the lower face and neck. The upper face, the eyes and the brows age too, and many patients choose to treat them in the same operation, with one anaesthetic and one recovery.

With eyelid surgery: tired or hooded upper eyelids and bags under the eyes are among the most common reasons a face still looks tired after a lift. Eyelid surgery is one of the procedures most often combined with a facelift.

With a temple lift: a facelift does not lift the outer brow. If your brow has dropped and makes your eyes look heavy, a temple lift completes the result in the upper face.

With double chin liposuction: where there is excess fat under the chin, removing it during the lift gives a cleaner neck and jawline.

With buccal fat removal: in some patients, cheek fat that has dropped with age adds to the jowls. Your surgeon may address it during the lift, very conservatively, because the face loses volume with age.

With filler, later: a lift repositions tissue but does not add volume. Once you've fully healed, filler can refine areas such as the chin or jaw angle.

Combining procedures makes the operation longer and may add a day or two to your stay. Your surgeon will recommend only what your face needs.

Related: Eyelid surgery · Temple lift · Double chin liposuction · Buccal fat removal · Jawline filler · Otoplasty · Lip lift

Your 10-day plan in Adana

Before you travel: free online consultation with your surgeon, photo review, written treatment plan and quote.

Day 1 – Arrival: private transfer from the airport to your hotel.

Day 2 – Tests and surgery: pre-operative tests, final consultation, then surgery, usually under general anaesthetic. The operation takes 3 to 5 hours.

Days 2–4 – Hospital stay: two nights in hospital with nursing care.

Days 4–7 – Hotel recovery: rest with your head elevated. Your coordinator checks in with you every day.

Days 7–8 – Stitch removal: your surgeon checks your healing and removes the stitches.

Day 10 – Sign-off and departure: final examination, written discharge summary in English, private transfer to the airport.

Back home: online follow-up with your surgeon after one month.

What's included

Surgery and surgeon's fees

Hospital stay (2 nights)

Hotel accommodation (7 nights)

Pre-operative tests

Post-operative check-ups and stitch removal

Private airport, hotel and hospital transfers

Interpreter and coordinator support

Online follow-up after you return home

Not included: flights, travel insurance, personal expenses.

Recovery: what to expect

Days 1–5: swelling, bruising and a feeling of tightness. Keep your head elevated and avoid bending.

Week 2: most bruising has faded. Many patients feel comfortable being seen in public.

Weeks 3–4: most people return to work and normal social life.

Months 2–3: swelling settles and the result looks increasingly natural.

Months 6–12: scars continue to fade and soften.

It is normal for the skin in front of the ears and on the cheeks to feel numb for a few weeks to months. Sensation returns gradually.

Risks you should know about

Every operation carries risks. The most relevant ones for a facelift are:

Haematoma: a collection of blood under the skin, usually in the first 24 hours. This is why you stay in hospital and are monitored closely.

Temporary numbness of the cheeks and ears.

Nerve injury: temporary weakness of facial movement is uncommon; permanent injury is rare.

Scarring: scars usually fade well, but healing varies with skin type.

Hair loss around the incisions near the temples, usually temporary.

Your risk is lower if you stop smoking, stop blood-thinning medicines and supplements as advised, and follow your aftercare plan. Your surgeon will go through your personal risks with you before you decide.

Your hospital: Medline Adana

Your surgery takes place at Medline Adana Hospital, our contracted partner hospital. Medline holds JCI accreditation and has cared for the international community in Adana for many years.

Once you're back home

You leave with a written discharge summary in English, which you can share with your GP or family doctor.

You keep WhatsApp access to your coordinator and can send photos at any time.

Your surgeon reviews your progress in an online follow-up after one month.

If you have a concern, we review it with your surgeon and tell you clearly what to do next.

How long do the results last?

A facelift does not stop the ageing process, so the results are long-lasting but not permanent. How long they last depends on your skin, your genetics, sun exposure and lifestyle. Not smoking and protecting your skin from the sun help the result last longer.

How long do I need to stay in Turkey?

About 10 days. Your stitches are removed around day 7–8, and your surgeon examines you before you're cleared to fly.

Will I have visible scars?

The incisions follow the natural creases around the ear and run into the hairline, so they are usually hard to see once healed. They are pink for the first few months and then fade.

Can I have my eyelids or brows done at the same time?

Yes, in suitable patients. Eyelid surgery or a temple lift is often combined with a facelift in the same operation, so you have one recovery instead of two.

Does a facelift also treat the neck?

Yes. The lower face and the neck are usually treated together, because loose skin on the jaw and neck are connected.

What's the difference between a facelift and a mini facelift?

A mini facelift uses shorter incisions and suits early changes in the lower face. A full facelift treats more advanced sagging of the face and neck. Your surgeon will recommend the right option after seeing your photos. Read more about the mini facelift

Do I need to stop smoking?

Yes. Smoking reduces blood supply to the skin and significantly increases the risk of wound-healing problems. You'll be asked to stop for several weeks before and after surgery.

When can I colour my hair or wear make-up?

Make-up can usually be worn once the stitches are out. Hair colouring should wait until the incisions have fully healed, usually several weeks. Your surgeon will confirm your dates.

Can someone come with me?

Yes, and we recommend it. Your companion can stay with you at the hotel.

Prof. Dr. Cengiz Eser Contracted Hospital Face Lift Surgery
Prof. Dr. Cengiz Eser
Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Specialist
JCI-Accredited Hospital
Contracted Hospital
Face and Neck Lift
Face lift surgery is performed by a specialist in Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery to address visible signs of facial aging. The procedure targets sagging skin, deep wrinkles, and loss of facial contours to restore a firmer, younger-looking appearance. Face lift procedures at Medicape Health are performed at our JCI-accredited partner hospital in Adana. A facelift repositions the deeper tissues of the face and neck and removes excess skin. The SMAS technique is used as standard; the deep plane approach is used in selected patients.

How much does a facelift in Turkey cost?

The cost depends on the extent of the lift, whether the neck is included, and whether you combine it with eyelid surgery or a temple lift. That's why we don't publish one fixed price.

What we do promise: send us your photos and you'll receive a written, all-inclusive quote within 24 hours, with no hidden extras.

Considering Facelift Surgery in Turkey?

Tell us briefly about your case and our patient coordinator will get back to you with the details.

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Start with a free online consultation

Send us your photos and questions on WhatsApp. A patient coordinator replies within 24 hours, and you'll speak with your surgeon before anything is booked.

U.S. Air Force 39th Medical Group memorandum to Medline Hospital dated 25 May 2015, with Medicape Health and Medline logos
Medicape Health × Medline Adana Hospital
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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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