Best blepharoplasty (upper eyelid) and rhinoplasty package Turkey

Your package at a glance

What’s included — and what’s not

The written plan defines upper-eyelid blepharoplasty and rhinoplasty and any additional clinical work. The treating provider confirms suitability and final arrangements.

Included

Upper-eyelid blepharoplasty and rhinoplasty

Hotel accommodation

Accommodation in a private single room during the planned 5–7-day stay in Istanbul; hotel-night details are confirmed in writing. Accommodation is provided in a 4-star or 5-star hotel.

Assessment

Assessment and examinations as listed in the written plan.

Anaesthetic plan

General anaesthetic.

Drops or ointment and nasal splint

Drops or ointment as listed in the written plan, plus an external nasal splint.

English-speaking Medical Concierge

A dedicated English-speaking Medical Concierge from the healthcare provider throughout your Istanbul stay.

Hospital stay and post-operative care

Same-day discharge or one hospital night if the treating team keeps you in, with post-operative care.

Post-operative medication

Necessary medication after the procedure, as confirmed by the healthcare provider.

VIP transfers

1. 
   Airport to hotel Transfer from the airport to the hotel.
2. 
   Hotel ↔ hospital for treatment Return transfers between the hotel and hospital for treatment.
3. 
   Hotel ↔ hospital for scheduled checks Return transfers between the hotel and hospital for scheduled checks.
4. 
   Hotel to airport Transfer from the hotel to the airport.

The healthcare provider confirms final inclusions and arrangements in writing. Just Clinic Istanbul is an independent marketing and lead-generation platform; clinical care and support are provided by the healthcare provider.

What an upper blepharoplasty and rhinoplasty package is

This stay combines upper-lid blepharoplasty with a primary rhinoplasty in one anaesthetic. The lids are extra skin on the upper eyelid that hides the crease, taken along the fold — not lower bags, not four lids, and not a fox-eye or canthopexy. The nose is a primary shape change as planned after assessment; closed work sits here when the paper still fits, open if the tip needs that view. It is still two operations, not filler in either site, not a facelift, and not a millimetre-perfect profile plus a new eye shape.

The written plan should identify the upper-eyelid procedure and primary rhinoplasty after assessment, with suitability and sequencing confirmed by the treating team.

Who this package is for

Surgeons usually consider adults bothered by hooded upper lids who also want a change to a primary nose, whose facial growth has finished, and who are well enough for a combined general anaesthetic. Typical maps include skin that sits on the lashes plus a dorsal hump or tip that the paper can still treat as a primary rhinoplasty. Lower bags, four lids, or a previous nose job with grafts often need a different quote.

The date is often postponed if an eye condition is untreated, if blood-thinners cannot be paused as instructed, if the team has asked you to stop smoking, or if a long-term condition makes a long combined anaesthetic less safe. Send daylight photographs — eyes front looking ahead without heavy liner, and nose front, both profiles and from below — without a filter. Mention glasses, lenses and drops. Suitability is confirmed in Istanbul before anyone operates.

What sits outside the quote

Canthopexy or later revision is separate unless named. Stretching the lids or chasing a social-media nose in millimetres is refused; that is a clinical limit, not an upsell.

Theatre, anaesthetic and nights in Istanbul

Plan five to seven days in the city. That window covers the in-person assessment, the combined sitting, swelling and suture checks, the nasal splint coming off around day seven, and clearance to fly. Three nights is tight for a nose plus lids. Seven to ten nights belong to a facelift stay, not this pair. A hospital night, if there is one, sits inside those days; it does not replace them. Leave room for an extra night if the team asks.

Theatre is under general anaesthetic because of the rhinoplasty. Upper lids alone can be shorter than an hour; adding a primary nose brings the sitting to several hours. The expected time sits on the written plan. You do not rest glasses on the bridge while the splint is on. Discharge is signed by the surgeon — it is not an advertising date.

Recovery after you fly home

The first week is eyelid care and a blocked-nose feeling at once: cold packs and a raised head, drops as shown, the splint until it comes off, no gym, no glasses that press on the bridge, no rubbing the lids. Bruising around the eyes is expected; the hotel-day look is not the final lid, and the nose you see when the splint comes off is not the final one. Light desk work is often possible in seven to ten days if the surgeon is happy. Contact lenses wait until the team says so. Harder exercise waits about two to three weeks, or longer if the discharge note says so. Lid shape and nasal shape keep settling for months. None of that is an eye-shape or millimetre guarantee.

Red flags after you return — spreading redness, pus, a temperature that persists, sudden vision change, a lid that will not close, a sudden heavy nose bleed, pain that is getting worse, or breathlessness — mean a local clinician or A&E first, then your coordinator. Take the discharge note with you.

How other patients went through eyelid surgery

To read how other patients went through eyelid surgery in Turkey, see our blepharoplasty recovery article.

Questions from you

These notes answer questions people raise before they accept a written treatment plan. They describe what that plan should make clear. They are not a promise that any partner hospital uses a particular technique, device or payment arrangement. With your consent, an enquiry may be shared with an authorised healthcare partner.

Can I combine upper eyelid surgery with rhinoplasty?

Yes, upper-eyelid blepharoplasty and rhinoplasty can sometimes be performed during the same operation when both are independently indicated. The surgeon should still assess each problem separately: upper-lid hooding may come from excess eyelid skin, a low brow or true eyelid ptosis, while rhinoplasty requires its own assessment of nasal shape and breathing. Eye health, dry-eye symptoms, ability to close the eyelids fully, nasal airway issues, previous surgery, bleeding risk, general health and total operating time all affect the plan. Lower-eyelid surgery, brow surgery, revision rhinoplasty or major grafting should not be assumed to be included simply because upper blepharoplasty and rhinoplasty are being combined.

Before eyelid surgery, how will dry eye and full eyelid closure be checked?

AAO EyeWiki asks that, before lower-eyelid surgery, dry-eye symptoms, eye drops, contact lenses, the tear film, blinking, Bell’s phenomenon, lower-lid laxity, any existing failure to close, and how far the eye sits forward of the cheek are recorded. Uncontrolled dry eye is a reason to defer surgery. An ASPS practice parameter notes that a Schirmer test may be needed when there is a dry-eye history. ASPS teaching material says blepharoplasty may be contraindicated when Bell’s phenomenon is absent, dry eye is severe, or the lid does not close. Lower-lid laxity with a failed snap-back test and distraction of more than 6 mm raises ectropion risk, and a canthopexy or canthoplasty may need to be added. Taking too much skin or orbicularis can stop the lid closing and worsen dry eye. ASPS lists incomplete closure, dry eye, ectropion, lid retraction, temporary or lasting vision change, and very rare blindness among eyelid-surgery risks. Sources: AAO EyeWiki lower eyelid blepharoplasty, ASPS blepharoplasty practice parameter, ASPS eyelid surgery safety.

If vision changes, the eye will not close, the face becomes weak, or a haematoma develops after I go home, what happens and who pays?

The symptoms that need review without delay depend on the operation. After a face, neck, brow or temple lift: rapidly growing swelling on one side, pain, breathlessness or new facial weakness. After eyelid surgery: a lid that will not close, severe pain, an eye being pushed forward, or reduced vision. After facial fat injection: sudden loss of vision. ASPS lists blindness among eyelid-surgery risks, while describing it as very rare. A significant haematoma is treated by evacuation, as described above. Fat in a vessel needs emergency eye assessment. The NHS asks people to settle in writing, before cosmetic surgery abroad, where reviews happen, what further surgery and a return journey cost, and whether the clinic’s insurance covers the patient. Travel insurance usually does not cover surgical complications. Follow-up after an operation in the UK is the surgeon’s responsibility. A clinic abroad may not offer the same follow-up or a doctor in your own country. The NHS uses 7–10 days after facial cosmetic surgery as a planning window before flying, because of clot risk. Your own surgeon gives the personal clearance. This page does not say that any partner pays for admission, revision or the return flight. Sources: NHS advice on cosmetic surgery abroad, ASPS eyelid surgery safety.

How will my nasal breathing be examined before surgery?

AAO-HNS guidance asks that nasal blockage be assessed on its own when a change in shape is being discussed. A written examination should separate the contribution of the septum, the inferior turbinates, the internal nasal valve and the external nasal valve. “The septum is bent” does not cover those four. Source: AAO-HNS rhinoplasty guideline.

How will the airway be protected or corrected while the shape changes?

Taking the bridge down too far can narrow the internal valve. Weakening the tip cartilages can spoil both the shape and the breathing. A cosmetic reduction and any valve or septal repair belong in the same written plan, so one is not discovered later as a side effect of the other. Source: AAO-HNS rhinoplasty guideline.

If this is a revision, will earlier records be reviewed, and where would a graft come from?

If septal cartilage has not already been used, it is the first source to look at. When the septum is not enough, ear cartilage is used for the tip and rib cartilage for larger structural support. A rib graft leaves an extra wound and pain. Ear cartilage can change the contour of the ear. A second source should not be chosen until the old note, and where any previous graft was placed, is known. Source: AAO-HNS rhinoplasty guideline.

If I bleed, develop an infection or cannot breathe properly after I fly home, who follows that up and who pays?

The NHS asks people having cosmetic surgery abroad to get in writing where a complication would be reviewed, what further surgery and a return journey would cost, and whether the clinic’s insurance covers the patient. Travel insurance usually does not cover surgical complications. Follow-up after surgery in the UK is the surgeon’s responsibility. A clinic abroad may not offer the same follow-up or a doctor in your own country. The NHS uses 7–10 days after facial surgery as a planning window before flying, because of clot risk. Your own surgeon gives the personal clearance. Bleeding that will not stop, sudden narrowing of the airway, fever and a wound that opens need prompt review. A photograph is not a substitute for examination and endoscopy. This page does not say that any partner pays for revision surgery or the flight. Source: NHS advice on cosmetic surgery abroad.

Can blepharoplasty fix drooping eyelids that affect my vision?

It may help when excess upper-eyelid skin is the cause of obstruction, but a low eyelid margin (ptosis) or a low brow is a different problem and may need a different or additional plan. An eye and eyelid examination helps distinguish these causes and check vision, eyelid function and eye health. Ask the surgeon to explain what is causing the droop and whether the proposed operation treats that specific cause. AAO EyeWiki describes assessment of eyelid skin, brow position and concurrent ptosis.

Will eyelid surgery change the shape of my eyes?

Standard eyelid surgery is planned to address concerns such as excess eyelid skin or lower-lid bags; it should not be presented as a promise to create a particular eye shape. The aim and likely changes depend on which lids are treated and your anatomy, and early swelling can make the appearance misleading. Ask the surgeon to describe the intended change and its limits before agreeing to the plan. The American Academy of Ophthalmology describes blepharoplasty as removing excess eyelid skin to improve appearance and vision.

When can I wear contact lenses after blepharoplasty?

Follow the operating team's instructions on when to resume contact lenses. Recovery advice varies: for example, one NHS ophthalmology leaflet says contact lenses can typically be worn after two to three weeks once swelling has subsided. Your own timing may differ depending on healing and eye comfort, so bring glasses and ask for the instruction in your written aftercare plan. Imperial College Healthcare NHS guidance gives a typical interval while noting the role of recovery.

Can rhinoplasty temporarily affect my sense of smell or taste?

Yes. Nasal swelling and crusting can temporarily reduce smell and taste while the inside of the nose heals; NHS hospital aftercare guidance says this often improves over the following weeks. An altered sense of smell is also listed among possible complications, so persistent, worsening or otherwise concerning changes should be discussed with the surgical team rather than assumed to be routine. Follow the nose-care instructions you were given and do not put anything inside the nose unless advised. NHS nasal surgery aftercare and NHS rhinoplasty guidance.

Why can my nose look uneven while swelling is going down?

Swelling does not always settle evenly, so the nose can look temporarily uneven as healing progresses. The shape seen when the splint comes off is not the final contour; refinement takes months and can continue for up to a year. That does not prove that an irregularity is only swelling, so raise a new or persistent concern at follow-up, and contact the surgeon sooner if you have worsening pain, bleeding, fever or breathing difficulty. ASPS rhinoplasty recovery overview.

How long does tip swelling last after rhinoplasty?

There is no single date when tip swelling disappears. Initial swelling often improves over the first weeks, while the finer nasal contour can take many months to emerge and may continue refining for up to a year. Skin thickness and the operation performed can affect the pace, so the early shape should not be treated as the final result. Keep scheduled reviews and ask the surgeon to assess swelling that is worsening, one-sided with increasing pain, or accompanied by fever or breathing problems. ASPS rhinoplasty recovery guidance.

When can I wear glasses after rhinoplasty?

Wait until your surgical team says glasses can rest on the bridge; there is no safe universal date for every operation. Pressure on the nose can matter while the bones and tissues are healing, and the plan may differ depending on what was done. Ask whether you should use cheek or forehead support and for how long. If you have already worn glasses and notice new pain, a change in shape or breathing, contact the team for advice. UC Davis rhinoplasty aftercare.

When is it too early to judge whether I need revision rhinoplasty?

It is often too early to judge the final shape in the first weeks or months because swelling can hide the result and nasal contour may continue to refine for up to a year. A concern about breathing, healing or a sudden change should still be raised promptly; waiting for swelling to settle is not a reason to ignore symptoms. The surgeon who knows what was changed can review the operation and healing before discussing whether revision is appropriate. ASPS rhinoplasty recovery guidance.

How accurate is a 3D rhinoplasty simulation?

A 3D simulation can help you and the surgeon discuss a goal, but it cannot guarantee the nose you will have after surgery. In one small study of 40 patients, reviewers preferred the actual postoperative result to the simulation in most cases, even though the authors considered simulation useful for communication and planning. Real healing, anatomy and surgical judgement affect the result, and a simulation does not show every functional or recovery issue. Ask the surgeon which parts of the image are achievable aims, what may differ, and how breathing will be assessed separately. Three-dimensional imaging study in rhinoplasty.