Skin folds on the back, especially above and below the bra line, can persist even after weight loss. A back lift removes this excess skin for a smoother back contour. In this article New City Clinic shares the details of the procedure.
Who is a back lift for?
Candidates are people at a stable weight who have sagging skin and folds on the back after major weight loss or with age. If the folds are mainly fat and the skin is firm, liposuction may be enough; where there is excess skin, a surgical lift is needed.
How is the surgery performed?
In the most common technique the incision runs horizontally where it will be covered by the bra band, which is why it is also called a bra-line back lift. Excess skin and fat are removed and the upper and lower tissue brought together to smooth the back. Surgery takes around 2–3 hours under general anaesthesia and can be combined with liposuction or an arm lift.
A Back Lift: cost in Turkey and what is included
The price depends on the technique, the extent of the procedure, the hospital, the length of stay and any procedures planned together, which is why a single figure quoted without an examination or photo assessment is misleading. After a physician has reviewed your case, New City Clinic sends you an itemised written quote. It lists hospital, surgeon and anaesthesia fees, pre-operative tests, medication, any compression garment or support bra, accommodation, airport–hotel–hospital transfers and interpreting separately; flights are not included unless stated. When comparing clinics in Istanbul, look beyond the price: check that the hospital is licensed by the Ministry of Health, what the surgeon specialises in, and how follow-up is handled once you are back home.
A Back Lift with New City Clinic
New City Clinic is an authorised health tourism intermediary registered with the Turkish Ministry of Health and HealthTürkiye. When you contact New City Clinic about a Back Lift, a physician first reviews your photos and medical information, and you then receive a written treatment plan with an itemised quote. Once you arrive in Istanbul, the New City Clinic team organises your airport welcome, accommodation, hospital appointments and interpreting. Your procedure is performed by a specialist physician at a Ministry of Health approved partner hospital, and follow-up continues after you return home.
Recovery timeline
First day
One night in hospital; drains may be used.
Weeks 1–2
A compression garment is worn; reaching overhead and bending forward are limited.
Weeks 4–6
Daily activities are unrestricted; wait for approval before sport.
Months 6–12
The scar fades and stays hidden beneath the bra line.
Accommodation and transfers
On request, New City Clinic organises your airport–hotel–hospital transfers and your stay at partner hotels close to the hospital. The same can be arranged for a companion; details are set out in writing in your quote.
Aftercare
Medication and check-ups
Take the medication your physician prescribes as directed and attend your planned check-ups.
Smoking and alcohol
Both slow healing; avoid them before and after the procedure for the period your physician advises.
Movement and rest
Short walks support circulation; wait for your physician’s approval before strenuous exercise or heavy lifting.
When to get in touch
Contact your New City Clinic coordinator straight away in case of high fever, increasing pain, redness or anything unexpected.
Frequently asked questions
Is the scar visible?
The incision is planned to sit beneath a bra or bikini-top band.
How should I sleep afterwards?
In the early period you sleep in the position your surgeon recommends, usually on your side or slightly raised.
Can it be combined with other procedures?
Yes; it can be planned in the same session as liposuction, an arm lift or breast surgery. Your surgeon sets the safe operating time.
Deciding on a Back Lift is a confident step when it is taken with the right information and the right team. You can book a free consultation with the New City Clinic team for your questions.
This article is for general information; consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment.
