See what a deep plane facelift really costs in Istanbul — all-inclusive, with verified board-certified facial surgeons. Four short steps, one personalised estimate. The matching service is free for patients.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Safa Manav, MD, FEBOPRAS, Facial Rejuvenation Plastic Surgeon · Last reviewed August 2026
“I had been researching facelift prices for months, but every website seemed to give a different answer. The calculator was useful because I could choose the exact procedures I was considering and see what would normally be included in the package. After submitting my details, I received a more personalised estimate and information about the surgeon options. It gave me a much clearer idea of the total budget before deciding whether to travel to Istanbul.”
Deep Plane Face & Neck Lift
“I was comparing surgery in the US with having it done in Turkey, but it was difficult to understand what the prices actually included. The calculator helped me organise everything in one place — the facelift, eyelid surgery, surgeon level, hotel and transfers. I liked that the first estimate was for planning and that the final price came after my photos were reviewed. It felt much more useful than simply seeing a starting price on a clinic website.”
Deep Plane Facelift + Upper & Lower Blepharoplasty
“I knew I wanted a facelift, but I wasn’t sure which additional procedures would make sense or how much they would change the overall price. Going through the calculator made me think about each part separately, including facial fat transfer and the level of accommodation I wanted. The personalised follow-up was also helpful because the estimate could then be adjusted based on my photos and actual surgical plan. It made the whole process easier to understand and budget for.”
Deep Plane Face & Neck Lift + Fat Transfer
Patient experiences are shared with consent for informational purposes. Results vary from person to person and these accounts are not a promise of any specific outcome.
Read all patient storiesWe specialise in deep plane surgery. Choose the deep plane option closest to what you're considering, then add any procedures you may want to combine. Unsure? Choose the closest match — the surgeon confirms at review.
Medolea estimates are fully inclusive for the surgical plan you build. You are not billed separately for the surgeon, hospital, anaesthesia or standard aftercare.
The facelift itself, surgeon fee and assistant team for the chosen technique.
Private operating room, equipment and day-of-surgery nursing at an accredited facility.
General anaesthesia and the anaesthesiologist’s care during the operation.
Standard recovery hotel stay included; upgrade options are available if you prefer a suite.
Private pick-up and drop-off between Istanbul airport, hotel and clinic.
Wound checks, dressing changes and surgeon sign-off before you fly home.
Standard prescriptions, compression garment and written aftercare instructions.
English-speaking support before arrival, during your stay and for travel logistics.
International flights, extra nights outside the plan, companion accommodation and additional procedures added later.
An all-inclusive facelift in Turkey usually falls into one of two intervals: a lower-end band of $13,000–$15,000 and an upper-end band of $15,000–$20,000. The band reflects the scope of the deep plane surgery, the surgeon's experience, whether a neck lift or eyelid surgery is combined, and the level of accommodation. Read the full facelift cost guide.
A deep plane facelift is more technically demanding and usually sits in the upper-end interval of $15,000–$20,000 all-inclusive. It is best for heavier mid-face descent and jowling, and the result typically lasts 10–15 years. Deep plane facelift guide.
A mini or short-scar facelift in Turkey usually sits in the lower-end interval of $13,000–$15,000 all-inclusive. It suits early jowls and mild lower-face laxity, with a shorter scar and faster recovery than a full facelift. Mini facelift guide.
Yes, when the surgeon is board-certified and the hospital is accredited. The key is verification, not price. Read our facelift Turkey guide for the full safety and surgeon-checklist breakdown.
Plan for 8–10 nights: arrival, consultation, surgery, hotel recovery, fit-to-fly clearance and departure. See the day-by-day patient journey for what to pack and what to expect.
Every surgeon in our network is reviewed for board certification, current medical registration, facelift-specific case volume, hospital accreditation and membership in recognised societies such as ISAPS, EBOPRAS or ASPS.
Important: The estimate you receive is for planning only. Final pricing and medical suitability are confirmed after the surgeon reviews your photographs and health history.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Safa Manav, MD, FEBOPRAS, Facial Rejuvenation Plastic Surgeon · Last reviewed August 2026
Instead of contacting multiple clinics and completing the same form again and again, you submit one request. We suggest surgeons based on your procedure, expectations, medical information and budget.
The most expensive surgeon is not automatically the best choice, and the cheapest option is rarely the safest basis for a decision. We weigh area of focus, experience with facial surgery, treatment approach, availability and price range.
Qualifications, board memberships and case volume reviewed before any recommendation — EBOPRAS, ISAPS, ASPS.
Operations are planned in fully equipped, internationally accredited Istanbul hospitals.
A multilingual coordinator stays with you from first question to final follow-up.
Private airport, hotel and hospital transfers, arranged and included in your quote.
These are representative profiles. After your request we share the specific surgeons whose focus, case volume and price band match your plan.
Focuses exclusively on facial rejuvenation. Over 2,000 facelifts performed.
Deep plane and endoscopic specialist. Popular with patients wanting a natural result.
Handles complex and secondary facelift cases. Known for structural, long-lasting outcomes.
Every guide and estimate on this site is reviewed by a named, board-certified plastic surgeon. Credentials are verified against public professional registers before publication.
Facial Rejuvenation Plastic Surgeon
Istanbul-based surgeon focused on facial rejuvenation, including deep plane facelift and combined face & neck procedures for international patients.
Facial Rejuvenation & Body Contouring Surgeon
Istanbul-based aesthetic surgeon focused on facial rejuvenation, including facelift and deep plane techniques, alongside body contouring procedures.
Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgeon
Istanbul-based plastic surgeon offering a wide range of surgical and non-surgical aesthetic treatments, working with international patients.
A facelift repositions the deeper layers of the face and removes the excess skin that is left over — it softens jowls, redefines the jawline and lifts the cheeks. It does not change the nose, the brow height or the eye shape; those are separate operations. Other techniques exist — SMAS and mini lifts among them — but Medolea specialises in deep plane surgery, and the right option still depends on your anatomy rather than a price list.
Surgery, the first wound check and suture removal all happen before you fly. Your surgeon confirms fit-to-fly status once healing is on track, so book a ticket you can move by a day or two.
Healing is driven by technique, your own health and how closely you follow aftercare — no nicotine for at least four to six weeks either side of surgery, blood pressure in the range your surgeon sets, and strict wound care.
| When | What happens |
|---|---|
| Days 1–3 | Peak swelling and bruisingHead elevated 30–45°, short walks every few hours |
| Days 4–7 | Bruising fades, swelling softensWound check and suture removal in Istanbul |
| Days 7–8 | Fit-to-fly clearance when healing is on trackFly home with a written aftercare plan |
| Days 8–14 | Visible swelling settlesBack to desk work |
| Weeks 3–6 | Contour becomes recognisableLight exercise; high impact waits for week 6+ |
| Months 3–12 | Scars soften, refinement continuesDaily SPF 50+, medical-grade skincare |
We check every one of these before a surgeon enters our network. Ask the same questions of anyone else you are considering — a clinic that answers them in writing is a clinic worth talking to.
Across the wider Turkish market, basic facelift packages can be advertised from around $7,000–$10,000 — usually with less experienced surgeons, limited aftercare or exclusions such as hotel and transfers. Medolea works only with verified, credentialed facial surgeons in accredited hospitals, so our calculator returns one of two fully all-inclusive intervals: a lower-end band of $13,000–$15,000 and an upper-end band of $15,000–$20,000. The lower band covers experienced board-eligible surgeons; the upper band reflects the most experienced, fully credentialed facial surgeons with award recognition and premium accommodation.
A deep plane facelift in Turkey sits in the upper-end interval of $15,000–$20,000 all-inclusive. It is a longer, more technically demanding procedure, so the surgeon fee and theatre time are higher. A final quote follows a review of your photographs.
A mini or short-scar facelift in Turkey usually sits in the lower-end interval of $13,000–$15,000 all-inclusive. It suits early jowls and mild lower-face laxity, with a shorter scar and faster recovery than a full facelift.
Lower operating and staffing costs, not lower standards. The same deep plane technique performed in London or Los Angeles carries a surgeon fee three to four times higher, while the hospital in Istanbul is internationally accredited and the surgeon board certified.
Technique depth, whether a neck lift or blepharoplasty is combined, tissue laxity, the surgeon's experience and credentials, anesthesia type, hospital nights and whether it is a revision case. Revisions typically add 15–25% to the surgical fee.
We review qualifications, professional memberships, experience with your specific procedure and the hospital where the operation is planned, then suggest the strongest matches for your needs and budget.
Yes. Consultation, case review and surgeon matching cost you nothing. You pay the clinic directly for surgery, at the quoted price.
Not in ours. Your written quote covers surgeon and theatre fees, anesthesia, hospital stay, medication, transfers and follow-up. Anything outside that is listed before you commit.
Often yes — a facelift is commonly combined with a neck lift, eyelid surgery, brow lift or fat transfer, and combining lowers the total because theatre and anesthesia are shared.
It is when the surgeon is board certified and the operation takes place in a fully equipped, accredited hospital with an anesthesiology team. We only recommend surgeons and hospitals that meet those conditions.
There is no single 'best' surgeon — the right choice depends on your anatomy, the technique you need, and the surgeon's documented experience with that specific procedure. We match you to board-certified facial surgeons whose case volume and approach fit your plan.
Sutures come out around day 7. Most patients feel presentable at two to three weeks, with residual swelling settling over three months. Plan 7–10 nights in Istanbul.
Facelift discomfort is usually described as tightness rather than pain, controlled with oral medication in the first few days. Your medication kit is included in the package.
A mini lift takes around two hours; a deep plane facelift with a neck lift can run four to six hours under general anesthesia.
There is no fixed age. Most facelift patients are between 45 and 70, but the decision is driven by tissue laxity and your goals, not the number.
Revisions are possible and common. They typically add 15–25% to the surgical fee because scar tissue and altered anatomy make the procedure more demanding. Tell us in your notes and we match you to a surgeon experienced in secondary cases.
You pay the clinic or hospital directly, by bank transfer or card, before the surgery date. We do not hold your money. Some clinics offer instalment plans for EU residents — ask your coordinator after matching.
Plan 7–10 nights: surgery, recovery, suture removal around day 7, and a follow-up before you fly. Your package includes the hospital stay and, if you choose it, a hotel for the remaining nights.
Istanbul has two international airports with VIP transfer included in your quote. Many nationalities enter Turkey visa-free for up to 90 days; your coordinator confirms the requirement for your passport before you book flights.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us to get answers to more questions.