The low prices of cosmetic procedures in Turkey can easily attract patients, but they can also pose a great health risk.
Do not trust the “first ball” online consultation with doctors and the presentation of Imagine software for surgical planning.
Based on the software you will get a promise that the result will be like the picture. Is there a guarantee that computer animation of images and bodies match the result of face or body images after aesthetic plastic surgery? Results may vary. I think the Imagine software is only suitable for surgical planning and presentation, but the final results of the software should be taken with a lot of caution.
Transparent communication is key! Surgeons should convey the limits of simulations, emphasizing their role as illustrative rather than definitive tools. Simulations should maintain a sense of realism, offering patients an accurate understanding of potential outcomes to facilitate the informed consent process.
Ulrike, a 64-year-old retiree from Hanover, through her experience (as reported by DW. com), became just another victim of low prices and insufficient quality in plastic surgery in Turkey. Her story, though initially successful, quickly turned into a nightmare after a facelift procedure. Although she initially paid significantly less than in Germany, the cost she paid became much higher than she ever expected.
When the desire for beauty becomes a risk
Health tourism in Turkey is experiencing expansion, and low prices attract patients from all over Europe, including Serbia, as well as from Arab countries. However, such travelers often face risks. Dr. Bojan Ćirić emphasizes the problem of the lack of personal contact between the doctor and the patient when planning the operation, which can lead to serious consequences later.
Returning to Ulrike’s experience, after the initial success, she noticed problems arising. One eyebrow became numb, threads were loosening, and the results were far from expectations. A friend who recommended the same clinic experienced similar unpleasantness. American Sara Muna Kasule, the founder of the “Surgery Savior” organization, provides support to those with bad experiences with Turkish doctors, highlighting the difficulties in finding reliable recommendations.
This story is not an isolated case. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Great Britain warns of the possible consequences of plastic surgery in Turkey, stating that only during 2019 – 20 people died as a result of bad treatment. Many of these cases are related to patients’ desire to quickly perform all operations, which can have serious health consequences.
Ulrike, the retiree, decided to take legal action, but the clinic in Turkey tried to resolve the situation by offering a refund on the condition that it remained confidential. This story serves as a strong warning about the risks of low prices and insufficient quality in Turkish plastic surgery.
Example of an offer from a hospital in Turkey offering questionable quality at low prices
Potential patients need to understand that beauty is worth an investment in expertise and safety, not a place where you skimp on your health.
Your Plastic Surgery Dr. Bojan Ćirić
