Why choose cosmetic surgery in Turkey?

MAELLE ESTHETIK first focused on cosmetic and beauty surgery abroad, and then extended its range to other specialties such as dental care and hair transplantation. All surgery carries a risk, whether it is performed in Paris, London or Istanbul. The risk can be anesthetic, hemorrhagic, infectious or scarring. Our priority is your safety and the success of your treatment and thanks to our extensive network of specialist surgical partners, we can offer highest standard and safe medical care in Turkey. 

Why is plastic surgery cheaper in Turkey?

Our lower prices do not mean lower quality. The price difference is explained by different factors:
✔ The difference in salaries between European and Turkish salaries, in the medical sector and in general explains part of our prices
✔ The cost of insurance premiums paid by surgeons is less important
✔ Due to the strong Euro the exchange rate is favorable to the Turkish Lira
✔ Negotiated rates with our clinics and surgeons will allow you to have your surgery at the best price in Istanbul

WHERE WILL I STAY DURING MY MEDICAL STAY?

Whether your choice is an accommodation with sea view , in a popular, urban, very chic area of Istanbul or in a luxury hotel. Your well-being is essential to us, which is why we also take care to select our hotel partners and service providers and adapt your stay to your wishes.

Do I have to pay in case of medical complications?

The patient remains under surveillance for at least one night in the clinic to ensure a good recovery.
When you leave the clinic, you will be in constant contact with your counsellor and translator on site via screen or audio chat. If a complication should occur at the clinic or at the hotel, all the costs inherent to a possible re-intervention are at the charge of the accompanying structure. If this should happen at home on your return to your country, you must of course go to the emergency room.

What does my quote include?

(excluding air tickets and private expenses)
After examination of your photos by the surgeon a detailed estimate will be given to you. The price of the surgery includes :
-> The fees of the clinic.
-> The anesthetist’s fees.
-> The surgeon's fees.
-> The postoperative follow-up for one year.

How long before the surgery is it necessary to contact you?

There is no time limit for contacting the MAELLE ESTHETIK team and we are available at any time to assist you regarding your project.

How to choose the right destination for medical tourism?

Choosing medical tourism for your dental care or cosmetic surgery means taking advantage of a country's lower cost of living to perform medical procedures at low cost. However, we believe that the medical aspect and safety are the two most important points in your choice of medical tourism. These are therefore the fundamental elements to remember and take into account when choosing
your destination.

Why are the prices lower than those in Europe?

Contrary to certain ideas, it is important to understand that medical tourism does not mean cheap surgery and medical services. Europeans wishing to travel abroad, and in particular to Istanbul for medical tourism, make the choice to benefit from very high quality medical care at prices in line with the country's cost of living.

Why choose MAELLE ESTHETIK?

Maelle Esthetik stands for, you benefit from state-of-the-art surgery, with partner clinics selected forthe talent and professionalism of their surgeons and a real pre- and post-surgical follow-up.

HOW LONG DOES A HAIR TRANSPLANT SESSION LAST ?

The duration of a hair transplant session varies according to the area and the number of grafts to be re-implanted. In general it varies between 5h00 and 7h00.

CAN THE HAIR IMPLANTED DURING A TRANSPLANT SESSION FALL OUT AGAIN?

The grafted hair is permanent, it will not fall out again after your grafting session.

WHAT VITAMINS ARE EFFECTIVE IN STRENGTHENING AND ACCELERATING HAIR GROWTH?

The vitamins that help to strengthen hair are vitamin B, iron, zinc and magnesium.

WHAT IS THE COST OF A DHI TRANSPLANT?

The price of a DHI transplant is 3900 euros, whatever the number of grafts to be transplanted.

DOES THE DHI GRAFT CAUSE SCARS ON THE SCALP?

The tools used during the transplant are fine and extremely precise. This makes it possible to preserve the scalp.

IS A GRAFTING SESSION PAINFUL?

After marking the to be treated areas, a local anesthetic will be administered on the donor (spender) areas and then on the recipient area which makes the hair transplant session painless. Many patients relax by watching a film during their sessions.

AT WHAT AGE DOES HAIR LOSS BEGIN?

Hair loss starts, on average, from the age of 25 for men and 40 for women. Hair loss is often linked to hormonal, thyroid problems or genetic.

WHO SHOULD RECEIVE PRP INJECTIONS?

Platelet rich plasma injections are intended for people with balding hair, suffering from alopecia. (androgenetic alopecia is a genetically predetermined disorder due to an excessive response to androgens). It is important to know that PRP stimulation can only be done in the presence of an existing hair bulb.

IN WHICH CASES ARE PRP INJECTIONS CONTRAINDICATED?

Patients suffering from the following conditions cannot benefit from PRP injections: autoimmune disease, diabetes, blood disease, cancer and those on anticoagulant or antiaggregant therapy.

Is the breast lift performed on an outpatient basis?

The breast lift procedure is performed under general anesthesia: This means that you spend one
night at the clinic and you will return to your accommodation the day after your procedure.

Can I know the technique that will be applied by the surgeon?

During the pre-operative consultation, and after examination, the surgeon will carefully determine the extent of the sagging skin of the chest and will determine the most suitable surgical technique

Is the scar visible after a blepharoplasty?

The scar is not very visible after the operation, after 3 to 4 months it will become invisible.

Is it really possible to remove bags without a scar?

When there is no excess skin, the incision can be conjunctival in which case the scar will be invisible.

In which areas can fat be taken for a Brazilian butt lift?

There are many areas where liposuction can be performed. Fat can be removed from the stomach, back, thighs or hips, and knees.

How long does the fat remain for a BBL?

Fat grafting is a long-term or even permanent procedure.

Do I have to lose weight before the operation?

It is preferable not to be overweight before liposuction. A diet aimed at losing as much fat as possible can be advised before an operation. However, in certain cases and if there are still areas of fat that are resistant to diet and sports activity, liposuction is the way to get rid of these fatty areas. It can also be a fabulous trigger for patients wishing to further refine their figure.

What is Liposuction?

A liposuction is a surgical procedure that consists of sucking out fat with a cannula introduced into the body through a small incision. With precise movements, the surgeon helps the fat to be dislodged, which passes through the cannula connected to the tube of the suction pump.

Why do oedemas appear after a liposuction?

The insertion of the cannula under the skin during the surgical procedure is a trauma for the tissues. Following the introduction of this foreign body, the body defends itself and produces more lymph, the quantity of which may vary according to the number of liters of fat removed.

How long does it take to recover from liposuction?

The time to recover from liposuction varies from one individual to another and is proportional to the amount of fat removed. The day after the operation, the swelling will appear, it will start to deflate from the 8th day post-surgery and will gradually diminish over a period of 3 months.

How can I help the oedema to disappear?

There are convincing ways to make the oedema disappear more quickly after liposuction. The surgeon can prescribe an anti-inflammatory treatment that will help reduce the swelling. The wearing of a support garment, which is put on immediately after the operation, is compulsory and is worn for a period indicated by the surgeon. It is worn for a period of time indicated by the surgeon. Its objectives are to reduce the oedema and to perfect the expected result.

Should I have a massage after my surgery?

Lymphatic drainage massage is a valuable aid in reducing swelling in persistent areas. Drainage can be started soon after the operation.

Under what conditions can a secondary rhinoplasty be performed?

Secondary rhinoplasty is intended to repair a poorly performed nose job. It is more difficult to intervene on a secondary rhinoplasty than on a nose that has never been operated on. This requires a great deal of expertise and technical skill on the part of the surgeon. The operation is generally longer and requires more repair work, which justifies that the costs of revision surgeries are often higher.

Is dental implantology painful?

The placement of a dental implant is an act that takes place under local anesthesia, and is therefore not very painful.

Does the Hollywood smile necessarily require the filing of natural teeth?

The Hollywood smile can also be performed without filing the teeth. The procedure is longer because the veneers must be perfectly adapted to your existing teeth.

How is the Allurion Gastric Balloon introduced into the stomach?

The first step in introducing the gastric balloon into your stomach is for you to swallow a capsule containing the gastric balloon. The surgeon then fills the balloon with a saline solution through the tube that connects the capsule.

How many days of recovery do I need after the procedure?

The number of days needed to resume activity is one to two days, which varies from patient to patient because nausea and vomiting may occur after the Allurion balloon is placed. Nausea and vomiting are relieved by appropriate painkillers.

How many days are needed to perform an Allurion balloon break in Istanbul?

The time needed in Istanbul for this procedure is 3 days.

How much weight can be lost with the Allurion gastric balloon?

The weight loss is generally 10 to 15 kilos.

Do I have to follow a diet during the program?

In order to optimize your weight loss, a diet plan will be given to you by a dietician during your stay in Istanbul.

What does the Allurion program contain?

The Allurion program in Istanbul includes the installation of the balloon, a 6 month nutritional follow-up, a scale and a watch.

Does the removal of the Allurion gastric balloon require a surgical procedure?

Once ingested and placed in your stomach, the Allurion balloon has a lifespan of approximately 16 weeks in the body. Once this period has elapsed, a thin valve will open, allowing the liquid to escape. The liquid will be expelled naturally through the digestive tract.

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