A facelift repositions the tissues of the lower face and neck that have descended with age; done well, you look rested rather than “done”. This New City Clinic guide explains the cost, the techniques and the recovery for UK patients.
How much does a facelift cost in Istanbul?
The estimated package price for a facelift at New City Clinic in Istanbul is €3,000. It covers the procedure in a licensed facility, the hospital stay where needed, hotel accommodation and airport transfers; pre-operative tests, coordination and interpreting are included according to the package. Flights are not included. The final written quote follows a free assessment of your photos, reports or images by a physician.
Deep plane, SMAS or mini?
A mini facelift suits early laxity of the lower face. A SMAS facelift tightens the layer beneath the skin. A deep plane facelift lifts the deeper layer together with the skin and can improve the mid-face without tension on the skin. The right technique depends on your anatomy; scars are placed in the hairline and around the ear.
What to check before booking
Ask for the name of the hospital and check that it is licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Health, the full name and specialty of the doctor, and a written quote that lists hospital, doctor, tests, nights in hospital and hotel, transfers and interpreter. Be cautious with offers that cannot name the hospital, promise guaranteed results or ask for a deposit before a physician has seen your case.
Travelling from the UK
Direct flights from London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh and other UK airports take around four hours. Plan about 10–12 days in Istanbul so that your doctor can check you before the flight. You receive your reports in English for your GP, and a New City Clinic coordinator follows your recovery remotely once you are home.
A facelift in Turkey 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 facelift in Turkey, 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
Week 1
Swelling and bruising peak, then subside; sleep with the head raised.
Days 10–12
Stitches out; most patients fly home.
Months 3–6
Residual swelling settles and the result looks natural.
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 €3,000 the final price?
It is an estimated package price; the written quote is confirmed after a physician’s assessment.
Are flights included?
No. Flights are not included; transfers from Istanbul airport are.
What is the right age for a facelift?
There is no set age; it depends on the degree of laxity.
Deciding on a facelift in Turkey 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.
