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Rhinoplasty in Istanbul and Izmir, Turkey, open, closed or for breathing
Rhinoplasty reshapes the bone and cartilage of the nose and can include a septoplasty for a deviated septum — something fillers cannot touch. JFS Clinic plans your rhinoplasty in Istanbul or Izmir, Turkey, and your package includes one day in hospital and five nights in the hotel, from £2,550.
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Key facts
Rhinoplasty in Turkey at a glance
Your price and your dates
Rhinoplasty Turkey cost and available dates
Your rhinoplasty package is listed from £2,550 and includes one hospital night, five hotel nights and airport, hotel and hospital transfers. Send two photos, and your coordinator replies with a personal plan plus the dates your surgeon can offer. Most patients land in Istanbul or Izmir inside a week, on dates they pick themselves.
Am I a candidate?
Who is a good candidate for rhinoplasty?
Good candidates for rhinoplasty have a bump, crooked bridge, wide or drooping tip, or breathing that favours one side — concerns that make-up and fillers cannot change. Rhinoplasty reshapes the bone and cartilage itself and can straighten the airway at the same time.
Deviated septum, why breathing does not improve on its own
A septum can be pushed off-centre from birth, a childhood knock, or a broken nose that healed slightly crooked. Once the cartilage has set in that position, sprays and breathing exercises can calm the swelling around it but cannot move the wall back to the midline. The result is airflow favouring one nostril, snoring worse on one side, or a visible kink from the front. Straightening it, usually alongside reshaping the outside of the nose, is the only way to correct both at once.
Signs rhinoplasty may suit you
- A bump, dip or crooked line on the bridge that you notice from the front or in profile photos.
- A tip that looks too wide, too pointed, droops when you smile, or feels out of proportion with the rest of your face.
- Breathing that favours one nostril, worse after a cold, exercise or lying on one side at night.
- A nose that no longer looks like it did before an injury, an earlier operation, or a broken nose that healed off-centre.
- You are in good general health, with no condition that would make a general anaesthetic unsafe, and facial growth is complete.
| Closed rhinoplasty | Open rhinoplasty | |
|---|---|---|
| Incision | Inside the nostrils only, no visible scar | Small incision across the columella, between the nostrils |
| View of the cartilage | Limited, worked through small openings | Direct, the skin is lifted off the whole structure |
| Typically used for | Smaller bridge or tip changes, first-time surgery | Tip reshaping, revision cases, more complex changes |
| Swelling pattern | Usually settles slightly faster | A little longer at the tip, where the incision sits |
| Typical candidate | Straightforward bump or profile correction | Wider tip work, breathing surgery combined, revision |
What to discuss at your rhinoplasty consultation
- Whether your septum is deviated enough to affect breathing, and whether a septoplasty should be added.
- Whether an open or closed technique fits your goals and the extent of reshaping needed (see the comparison below).
- What your skin thickness means for how quickly fine swelling at the tip will settle.
- Your facial proportions as a whole, so the new shape sits naturally with your other features.
- Your full medical history, including any previous nose surgery or injury.
This is general guidance, not a diagnosis. The final call sits with your surgeon, once they've seen your photos and health history.
Not every rhinoplasty is the same
Types of rhinoplasty, open, closed and septorhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty is usually closed, open, or combined with a septoplasty for breathing (septorhinoplasty). Closed keeps every incision inside the nostrils; open adds a small cut across the columella. Your surgeon picks between the three based on what needs reshaping and whether breathing is part of the plan. If you want to build up a low bridge or thicker-skinned tip rather than reduce it, see ethnic rhinoplasty in Turkey.
- 1Bridge reshaped to remove the bump
- 2Tip cartilage refined and supported
- 3Deviated septum straightened
- 4Nostril base narrowed if needed
How a rhinoplasty is done
| Technique | Best for | Incision | What it addresses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed rhinoplasty | A straightforward bump, dip or small profile change | Inside the nostrils, no visible scar | Bridge shape, mild tip adjustment |
| Open rhinoplastyMost common | Tip reshaping, wider changes or revision surgery | Small incision across the columella, between the nostrils | Bridge, tip and cartilage structure together |
| Septorhinoplasty | Patients who also want breathing on one or both sides improved | Open or closed, plus internal septal work | Outer shape and a deviated septum together |
| Revision rhinoplasty | Correcting or refining the result of an earlier nose surgery | Usually open, to see scar tissue from the first operation | Residual asymmetry, breathing, or shape changes over time |
Whether an ultrasonic (piezo) instrument is used for the bone work is confirmed with your surgeon at your consultation.
Open vs closed rhinoplasty, how your surgeon decides
The choice is about how much your surgeon needs to see to reshape your cartilage safely, not what you ask for. Your surgeon examines your skin thickness, the width and symmetry of your tip, and whether a septoplasty is being added. A straightforward bump or profile correction usually keeps a closed technique on the table; tip reshaping, asymmetry, or a combined septoplasty moves the plan toward an open approach, since lifting the skin gives a direct view underneath.
A deviated septum is often treated once the nose is already being reshaped — a septoplasty fixes the internal wall while a rhinoplasty reshapes the outside. Many patients booked for appearance alone turn out to have some deviation once examined, and choose to correct both together.
Skin thickness shapes more of the decision than most patients expect: thin skin shows fine cartilage work clearly and settles quickly, while thicker skin hides small refinements and takes longer for tip swelling to resolve. It also shapes theatre time, since complex cartilage grafting takes longer than a straightforward bridge reduction.
Our promise to you
We want you to look in the mirror and still recognise yourself, only more at ease. Your surgeon plans a nose that suits your face and keeps you breathing well, and your coordinator is beside you from the first message until you are back home.
How soon
How soon can you have a rhinoplasty in Turkey?
Most JFS patients are in Istanbul or Izmir for their rhinoplasty within about a week of their first message, after sending two photos. You choose the travel dates that suit you.
- 1
Send two photos
Message us on WhatsApp or use the form, with two photos of your nose, one from the front and one in profile, and a few lines about your breathing, any previous nose surgery and your health.
- 2
Get your personal plan
Your coordinator passes them straight to Op. Dr. Onur Evren Yılmaz, who gets back to you with a suggested technique, a package price and the available dates, at no cost.
- 3
Choose your dates
You book your flights. Your coordinator books the hospital night, the five hotel nights and the airport transfers, then sends a checklist of the medicines to pause before surgery and what to pack.
- 4
Fly to Istanbul or Izmir
Your 7 days in Turkey begin here. Nothing is confirmed until blood tests and an in-person consultation have taken place first.
What can delay your rhinoplasty date
Being able to travel within a week doesn't mean you should, if your body isn't ready. Your surgeon checks a short list of factors before confirming the date, and shifts it if your Day 2 consultation or blood tests suggest waiting would be wiser.
| Factor | Why it matters | What usually happens |
|---|---|---|
| Smoking or nicotine | Nicotine narrows blood vessels and slows healing of the delicate skin and cartilage | You are asked to stop for several weeks before and after surgery |
| A recent nose injury | Swelling and bruising from a break need time to settle before surgery can plan accurately | Most surgeons prefer to wait a few months after a fresh injury |
| Facial growth not yet complete | Operating before the nose has finished growing can change the result over time | Surgery is planned once growth is confirmed complete, usually from the late teens |
| Blood thinners and some supplements | They can increase bleeding and bruising during and after surgery | Your surgeon tells you what to pause and when. Never stop prescribed medication without your own doctor's advice |
| An active sinus infection or cold | Operating inside an inflamed nose raises the risk of complications | Surgery waits until the infection has fully cleared |
If you live in the UK, the NHS rarely funds a rhinoplasty requested for appearance, and even a breathing-related case can mean a long wait, so most people compare private clinics at home and abroad. Whichever clinic you choose, three questions matter before you commit: how quickly you'll be seen, what happens if a test result pushes your date back, and who supports you once you're home.
Your 7 days in Turkey
How long to stay in Turkey for a rhinoplasty
Most rhinoplasty patients spend 7 days in Turkey door to door — one night in hospital, five in the hotel, and a travel day either side. Your coordinator meets you at the airport in Istanbul or Izmir, and airport, hotel and hospital transfers are included.
- Day
1Arrival
We collect you from the airport and settle you into your hotel. Your coordinator calls that evening to run through the plan and answer any last questions before tomorrow's tests.
TransferHotel - Day
2Consultation & tests
Blood tests, then you mark the plan with your surgeon — the bridge, tip and whether a septoplasty for breathing is being added. This is also when photos are taken for your before-and-after record.
TestsConsultation - Day
3Surgery
Your rhinoplasty takes place under general anaesthesia, typically around two hours. You stay in hospital overnight under nursing care.
SurgeryHospital - Day
4Back to the hotel
You are discharged from hospital with your splint and a light nasal dressing in place. Your coordinator shows you how to manage swelling and when to take your medication.
DischargeRest - Day
5Recovery
Bruising around the eyes is usually at its most visible around now. Most people rest at the hotel, head elevated, with cold compresses as advised.
Rest - Day
6Settling down
Swelling and bruising start to ease a little each day. Short, gentle walks around the hotel are usually fine by now.
RestWalking - Day
7Check-up & fly home
Your splint comes off at the clinic, your surgeon checks healing, and you receive your aftercare instructions before your flight home.
Check-upTransfer
Rhinoplasty recovery in Istanbul or Izmir, hospital and hotel
If you have surgery in Izmir, your hotel and the clinic both sit in the city, a short transfer apart. If you have surgery in Istanbul, your coordinator books your hotel there and confirms the transfers in your written plan. Either way, your coordinator stays close by through the quieter days before your Day 7 check-up and flight home.
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Package & price
Rhinoplasty Turkey package and what it includes
- 1 day in hospital after surgery
- 5 nights in the hotel during recovery
- All transfers — airport, hotel, clinic
- Personal coordinator who speaks your language
- Check-ups and aftercare (aftercare items listed in your quote)
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Rhinoplasty with Op. Dr. Onur Evren Yılmaz | Included |
| 1 day in hospital after surgery | Included |
| 5 nights in a hotel during recovery | Included |
| All transfers — airport, hotel, clinic | Included |
| Personal coordinator throughout your stay | Included |
| Check-ups during your 7 days in Turkey | Included |
| Nasal splint | Confirmed in your quote |
| Post-op medication | Confirmed in your quote |
What changes the price: adding a septoplasty for breathing in the same operation, and whether it is a first-time or revision rhinoplasty. A straightforward closed technique with no breathing work can sometimes cost less than the standard package; a combined septorhinoplasty or a revision case typically costs more because of the extra surgical time involved. Your surgeon confirms the final price only once your photos and your Day 2 consultation notes have been reviewed.
The operation
How a rhinoplasty is done, step by step
A bridge and tip rhinoplasty takes around two hours under general anaesthesia; here is what happens from the first incision to the moment your splint goes on.
Your rhinoplasty starts under general anaesthesia, so you are fully asleep for the whole operation. Before you go under, your surgeon reviews your marked photos and measurements one last time, confirming the bridge line, the tip projection and whether a septoplasty for breathing is being added. They follow directly from the plan you and your surgeon agreed on Day 2.
The operation itself begins with the incision. In a closed rhinoplasty this sits entirely inside the nostrils; in an open rhinoplasty a small cut is also made across the columella, the strip of skin between the nostrils, so the skin covering the nose can be carefully lifted away from the bone and cartilage beneath it.
Inside the reshaping
Rhinoplasty bridge and tip reshaping in four steps
- 1Bony bump reducedExcess bone and cartilage are filed or trimmed from the bridge.
- 2Tip cartilage reshapedSutures narrow and support the tip in its new position.
- 3Septum straightenedDeviated cartilage is trimmed or repositioned for airflow.
- 4Skin redraped and splintedThe skin settles over the new structure, held by a splint.
Rhinoplasty bridge and tip reshaping
Underneath the skin, your surgeon works on the bone and cartilage that actually gives the nose its shape. A visible bump is reduced by filing or trimming the bone and cartilage beneath it; narrowing the bridge, when needed, involves controlled fractures so the bones can be repositioned closer together. The tip is reshaped separately with sutures that narrow, rotate or support the cartilage rather than removing large amounts of it — part of why tip swelling takes longer to settle than the bridge.
If the septum — the wall down the middle of the nose — is deviated, it is straightened at the same time, by trimming or repositioning the crooked section while keeping enough structure to support the bridge. This is the step that improves airflow, carried out only when your surgeon's breathing assessment points to it.
Throughout, an anaesthetist watches your heart rate, oxygen levels and blood pressure, adjusting your anaesthesia as surgery moves between stages. A straightforward bridge and tip rhinoplasty typically takes around two hours in total; adding a septoplasty, cartilage grafting, or revising an earlier operation takes longer.
Once the cartilage and bone are in their new position, the skin is redraped back over the structure and the incisions are closed with fine sutures. A rigid splint is taped over the bridge to protect the new shape while the bone sets, and soft internal packing or splints may be placed inside the nostrils for the first day or two. You are then moved to a recovery area where nursing staff watch you wake from the anaesthetic before you go to your hospital room for the night.
Recovery, day by day
Rhinoplasty recovery time, week by week
Most of the visible healing from a rhinoplasty happens over the first six weeks, while fine swelling at the tip keeps settling for up to a year. Move the slider to see how people feel and what to avoid at each point.
Recovery from a rhinoplasty happens in three broad phases. The first week protects the new shape while the bone sets — your splint stays on, your head stays raised, and bruising runs its course. Weeks two to six are about swelling going down enough to look settled in everyday photos. From three months on, the focus shifts to the tip taking its final shape.
The splint is not just protection — it holds the reshaped bone in its new position while it knits, which is why it stays on for the first week regardless of how little discomfort you feel underneath it. Internal nasal packing or soft splints, if used, are usually removed at the Day 2 check or shortly after; most people find this moment more uncomfortable than the surgery itself, but it passes quickly.
Typical timeline for a rhinoplasty. Your surgeon may give you a different plan, especially if a septoplasty or revision work is combined.
| Activity | Week 1 | Week 2 | Weeks 3–4 | Week 6 | Months 3–6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Splint / bridge | Rigid splint on at all times | Off, bridge still slightly firm | Softening gradually | Close to its settled shape | Fine tip swelling still easing |
| Desk work | Not yet — the focus is on rest with your head raised | Most people are back at a desk | Full days comfortable | No restriction | No restriction |
| Glasses on the bridge | Avoid — any pressure on the nose is unsafe | Confirmed by your surgeon at your check-up | Set by your surgeon after your check-up | Cleared by your surgeon as you heal | Usually fine, confirm with your surgeon |
| Flying | Day 7, after your splint is removed and you're checked | Confirmed by your surgeon at your check-up | Set by your surgeon after your check-up | Cleared by your surgeon as you heal | No restriction |
| Exercise / sport | Not yet | Avoid — no bending, swimming or straining | Light cardio only, no contact sport | Gradual return, starting light | Normal exercise, as cleared by your surgeon |
| Sun exposure | Avoid direct sun on the nose | Avoid, or use a high-factor sunscreen | Sunscreen recommended | Sunscreen recommended | As advised by your surgeon |
Typical timeline for a rhinoplasty, built from the recovery guidance above. Cells marked "Confirmed by your surgeon at your check-up" depend too much on how each person heals to generalise here — ask about them at your consultation.
In her own words
Everybody's been fantastic and they've taken great care of us. Ready to go home, ready to get back to a normal life.
We are still confirming a rhinoplasty-specific recovery video with a patient; until then we're sharing this general JFS Clinic story.
What to expect
Rhinoplasty results and tip healing
Most visible bruising is gone within about two weeks, though your nose keeps softening for months as deeper swelling resolves. Many notice the bridge change early, while the final shape — especially at the tip — takes closer to a year to show fully.
The tip follows its own timeline, separate from the rest of the nose. It usually stays slightly firm and a little numb to the touch for weeks after the bridge already looks settled, softening gradually as the deeper swelling drains away. Keeping the nose out of direct sun for the first year and following your surgeon's advice on sun protection helps the skin settle evenly — though exactly how quickly it refines still depends on your individual skin thickness.
Results vary from patient to patient. Your surgeon will tell you what is realistic for your nose at the consultation.
Your rhinoplasty surgeon
Op. Dr. Onur Evren Yılmaz
Plastic surgeon · Izmir
Which surgeon operates, and in which city, is written in your quote.
Dr. Yılmaz specialises in plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery, with facial and nose surgery, including open, closed and revision rhinoplasty, a regular part of his caseload alongside body contouring.
- Meets you in person before surgery to plan your bridge, tip and breathing assessment together
- Medicine: Dokuz Eylül University, Izmir · Plastic surgery residency: Ufuk University, Ankara (2012)
- Member, Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
More about Dr. Yılmaz →He is very good at what he does, a perfectionist, and extremely careful about health checks throughout.
Questions
Rhinoplasty in Turkey, frequently asked questions
How much does rhinoplasty cost in Turkey?
At JFS Clinic, a rhinoplasty package is listed from £2,550 (€2,950 / $3,400) and includes surgery, one night in hospital, five nights in the hotel and airport, hotel and hospital transfers. Combining it with a septoplasty for breathing or choosing a revision case changes the price; your surgeon confirms the final figure after reviewing your photos.
See all package prices →How soon can I have a rhinoplasty in Turkey?
Most JFS patients are in surgery within roughly a week of first getting in touch. Two photos go across, a personal plan with open dates comes back, and you pick when to travel. Your surgeon only locks in the date once your blood tests and the in-person consultation in Istanbul or Izmir are done, and pushes it back if that turns out to be the safer call.
From first message to surgery →Can I get a rhinoplasty on the NHS?
The NHS funds a septorhinoplasty only for a documented airway problem or a nasal fracture, usually after an ENT referral, and a purely cosmetic nose job is not covered. If your septum is deviated and blocks one side, that septoplasty part can be planned alongside the reshaping in one operation, so private patients often weigh breathing and shape together.
Is it safe to get a nose job in Turkey?
Safety depends on the surgeon, the hospital and the plan rather than the country. Op. Dr. Onur Evren Yılmaz is a specialist plastic surgeon operating in a hospital accredited for international patients, under JFS Clinic's health tourism licence, and your blood tests and anaesthetic check come before any date is fixed. The choice of open or closed technique also matters: a closed approach keeps every incision inside the nostrils, while an open one adds a small columella scar in exchange for a direct view of the cartilage, and your surgeon explains which suits your nose and why.
Which country is best for a nose job?
No country can honestly claim to be the best for every patient, so compare clinics on standard points: the surgeon's specialist training and experience with rhinoplasty, a hospital licensed for international patients, a written price stating what it includes, and follow-up once you are home. At JFS Clinic you see your surgeon's name before booking and meet them before surgery. Op. Dr. Onur Evren Yılmaz, a plastic surgeon who completed his specialist training in 2012, operates, and your coordinator passes questions and photos from home to him on WhatsApp.
On a scale of 1 to 10, how painful is a rhinoplasty?
The operation is done under general anaesthetic. Most patients describe the days after it as a blocked, heavy-cold feeling for 5 to 7 days while the external splint is on, rather than sharp pain, so a number on the scale differs from person to person. Any soft internal packing, if used, usually comes out at the Day 2 check, and bruising under the eyes is usually most visible around day 3. Pain relief is provided throughout, though how it feels differs from one patient to the next.
What's the difference between open and closed rhinoplasty?
A closed rhinoplasty is done entirely through the inside of the nostrils, leaving no visible scar. An open rhinoplasty adds a small incision across the columella, the strip of skin between the nostrils, which gives your surgeon a direct view of the cartilage for more complex reshaping. Which one applies to you is something your surgeon decides at your consultation.
Can a rhinoplasty fix breathing problems as well as appearance?
Often, yes. Combining a cosmetic rhinoplasty with a septoplasty, sometimes called a septorhinoplasty, straightens a deviated septum to improve airflow in the same operation that reshapes the outside of the nose. Your surgeon decides based on your breathing assessment and your health.
Can you fly after a nose job?
After your surgeon's final check-up, usually on day 6 or 7 of your trip, once your splint has come off and the swelling is settling. Avoid blowing your nose, keep it protected from knocks, and ask your surgeon about cabin pressure if your flight is long.
How long does the swelling last after a nose job?
Visible bruising around the eyes usually fades within one to two weeks. The nose itself keeps softening for months, and fine swelling at the tip — often the last part to settle — can take up to a year to fully resolve, especially on thicker skin.
How soon will I see my final result?
Your splint comes off around day 6 to 7, revealing the new shape under some remaining swelling. Most people see a result they recognise by around three months, while the last, fine swelling at the tip continues to settle for up to a year. Results vary from patient to patient. Your surgeon will tell you what is realistic for your nose at the consultation.
Often considered together
Treatments often considered alongside rhinoplasty
Patients booking a rhinoplasty often ask about these four related facial procedures at the same consultation.
Ethnic rhinoplasty
For a low bridge or thicker skin at the tip, where cartilage is often added rather than removed.
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Facelift & neck lift
Often planned separately, for patients also considering the lower face and jawline.
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Eyelid surgery
Addresses hooded or tired-looking eyes when the nose is not the only feature in question.
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Lip lift
Sometimes considered together when the nose and upper lip proportions are both part of the goal.
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