Best Mini Facelift doctors in Istanbul: TOP 31 doctors

• Dr. Ali Sadioğlu specializes in mini facelift using advanced techniques like SMAS plication.
• He has international training experience, including courses in Turkey and other countries.
• Ranked 59th in the Medical Specialization Examination among thousands of doctors.
• Holds a respected microsurgery certificate from the Reconstructive Microsurgery Association.
• Actively participated in national and international meetings and courses.

Dr Mustafa Aydinol is one of the most famous doctors in Turkey with over 15 years of experience for the Breast Augmentation, Fat Transfer work, Liposculpture, BBL and all body work. He has oven publication about Breast Augmentation like Combining Fat Injection and Breast Implants in Patients With Atrophied Breasts.  

Also he other tech for liposculpture work, he uses vaser liposuction and lipomatic to create narrow and sport tummy.  

He is top rated for mommy makeover and he is one of the best for BBL procedure.  

Memberships

● Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons

● Turkish Society of Aesthetic Surgeons

● International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgey

Publications

• ●"Multiple disseminated pyogenic granuloma after second degree scald burn: a rare two case"

●"Toe Amputation After Minor Surgery in a Patient with Behçet's Disease: A Case Report"

●"Perforator-based propeller flaps for leg reconstruction in pediatric patients"

●"Breast Augmentation Combining Fat Injection and Breast Implants in Patients With Atrophied Breasts"



EDUCATION:

2012 - 2017 Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist Diploma 
Dicle University - Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Clinic 

2004 - 2010 Medical Doctor Degree Cumhuriyet University School of Medicine

2001 - 2004 High School Diploma Cumhuriyet Science High School 

1997 - 2001 Middle School Diploma Tarsus American College 

• Specializes in mini facelift using SMAS plication and liposuction techniques.
• Trained in aesthetic surgery in Turkey, Europe, and internationally.
• Board certified in plastic surgery, member of Turkish Society of Plastic Surgeons.
• Performed over 12,000 aesthetic surgeries, including numerous mini facelifts.
• Fluent in English and Turkish, catering to a diverse patient base.

Academic memberships:

●Turkish Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association

●Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association

●Emergency Hand Surgery and Microsurgery Association

●Aesthetic Surgery Association

●Reconstructive Microsurgery Association

Dr.Yunus Sağlam Awards:

TPRECD Clinical Branch Finalist

TPRECD Experimental Branch Finalist

TPRECD Basic Breast Diseases and Breast Surgery Course - Third Place

Dr. Saglam carried out scientific studies in the fields of microsurgery and facial surgery, which he was interested in. In his thesis study on end-to-end nerve repair, he defined a new modification (modified sleeve neurorhaphy). He presented this technique at the National Plastic Surgery Congress. In his study on Z-plasty, one of the basic techniques in plastic surgery in 2022, he presented the Z-plasty design technique called "Saglam method", which is performed without using an angle (Z-plasty without angle: Saglam method). This technique was published in PRS Journal, one of the world's most prestigious journals of plastic surgery.

• Dr. İlker Manavbaşı specializes in facial rejuvenation surgery, including mini facelift.
• He has trained in the USA, Finland, and Sweden, which has broadened his international experience.
• He is a member of the Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.
• He is certified by the Istanbul Medical Chamber and the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association.
• He is the youngest member of the respected Rhinoplasty Society.

• Uses Silhouette Lift technique for mini facelifts.
• Trained in Taiwan, Tokyo, and Barcelona.
• Certified VASER Trainer.
• Member of international aesthetic surgery organizations.
• Fluent in English and Turkish.

ABOUT:

Op. Dr. Şuheda Çıldır is a dynamic and accomplished plastic, reconstructive,

and aesthetic surgeon, recognized for her clinical experience and academic

contributions in the field. Following her graduation from Hacettepe University

Faculty of Medicine, she completed her residency in Plastic, Reconstructive,

and Aesthetic Surgery at the Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar City Hospital under the

University of Health Sciences. She later served as a specialist physician at

Giresun Training and Research Hospital.

Her surgical expertise spans a wide range of procedures including microsurgery,

breast reduction, cleft lip and palate repair, and various flap reconstructions.

She has actively contributed to the scientific community through

numerous presentations at national and international congresses and has

played an important role in several academic studies.

SPECIALIZATION THESIS:

Her specialization thesis, titled "Comparison of Pedicle and Nipple-Areolar Complex Circulation

Using Fluorescence Angiography According to Pedicle Length in Different Breast Sizes with the

Superomedial Pedicle Breast Reduction Technique", presents an original contribution to the field

of breast aesthetics by incorporating advanced imaging technologies for circulatory assessment

during surgery.

• Specializes in mini facelift using SMAS technique for natural-looking results.
• Completed international training in Belgium under Prof. Dr. Mustapha Hamdi.
• Awarded the Clinical Branch First Prize recently.
• Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).
• Graduated with High Honor from Istanbul University over a decade ago.

EXPERIENCE
2022 – Present, Istanbul, Türkiye
AREL UNIVERSITY
Assistant Professor (PhD)

2018 – Present, Istanbul, Türkiye
MEMORIAL BAHÇELIEVLER HOSPITAL
Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery

2019 – 2021, Istanbul, Türkiye
AYDIN UNIVERSITY
Assistant Professor (PhD)

2017 – 2019, Istanbul, Türkiye
ALTINBAŞ UNIVERSITY
Assistant Professor (PhD)

EDUCATION
2012 – 2017, Ankara, Türkiye
BAŞKENT UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE
Residency in Aesthetic, Plastic, and Reconstructive Surgery

2005 – 2011, Istanbul, Türkiye
ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY, CERRAHPAŞA FACULTY OF MEDICINE
Medical Doctor (M.D.)

SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS

13 scientific articles published in national and international journals

32 oral or poster presentations at national and international congresses

46 additional oral or poster presentations at congresses

9 experimental and clinical research studies (as Principal Investigator and Researcher)

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Turkish Medical Association (TTB)

Istanbul Medical Chamber

Turkish Society for Surgery of the Hand and Upper Extremity (EPCD)

International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)

Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (TPRECD)

TRAININGS, COURSES, AND CONFERENCES ATTENDED

September 2022: ISAPS World Congress 2022

May 2021: ISAPS Hair Transplantation Course

March 2021: Koç University SANERC Wound Care Course

February 2020: Prof. Dr. Arman Çağdaş Winter Symposium – "All About the Nose"

June 2018: TPRECD XI. Rhinoplasty & IX. Facial Aesthetics Course

May 2018: 29th EURAPS Annual Meeting, Melia Castilla Hotel, Madrid, Spain

May 2018: 16th National Turkish Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Congress, Colossae Thermal Hotel, Pamukkale-Denizli, Türkiye

2013–2017: Attended 14 national/international congresses

CERTIFICATES

Aesthetic and Beauty Procedures on Face and Body using Laser, IPL, Radiofrequency, and Ultrasound-Based Devices

Dermal Filler and Neurotoxin Injections

Mesotherapy, Dermaroller, PRP Applications, and Skincare

Minimally Invasive Techniques Course

Aesthetic Breast Surgery Course

The Louisville Microsurgery Course

Acute Hand Injuries Course

Hand Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Course

Laboratory Animal Practices and Ethics Course

Dr. Derya Bingöl is an award-winning plastic and reconstructive surgeon with 15+ years of experience. She holds the European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Certificate and performs 150-200 aesthetic operations annually. She is a co-founder of D'best Clinic, has written 21 scientific works, and is a member of The Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association.

Dr. Melikgazi Ozturk is a specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery. He currently practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He has worked as a specialist at several leading hospitals, including Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Afyonkarahisar State Hospital, Düzce Atatürk State Hospital, and Kayseri City Training and Research Hospital.

Dr. Ozturk completed his specialist training at Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, where he also served as a research assistant from 2018 to 2023. He received his medical degree from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine. He has also worked as a general practitioner at Çorum Sungurlu State Hospital. Dr. Ozturk’s background combines strong clinical experience with academic research in plastic and reconstructive surgery.

• Uses short-scar facelift and SMAS techniques for mini facelift procedures.
• Trained in Turkey, with education from Istanbul University and University of Health Sciences.
• Certified by the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS).
• Member of the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association.
• Attended Marmara Region Plastic Surgery Training Meeting and other relevant courses.

EXPERIENCE

2019 - Currently, Istanbul/Istanbul/Turkey

MEMORIAL BAHÇELIEVLER HOSPITAL

Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist

2015 - Currently, Istanbul/Istanbul/Turkey

BAHÇEŞEHİR UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Faculty Member

2009 - 2009, /ABD

JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY

Faculty Member

2008 - 2008, /Sweden

UPPSALA UNIVERSITY

Faculty Member

2000 - 2015, Kocaeli/Kocaeli/Turkey

KOCAELI UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Faculty Member

EDUCATION

2015

PROFESSOR

2009

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

1992 - 1999, Antalya/Turkey

MEDITERRANEAN UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Expertise Training

1985 - 1991, Ankara/Turkey

ANKARA UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Medical Doctor Training

SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS

Over 170 scientific presentations and speeches at national and international scientific meetings

51 scientific articles, 33 of which are international

Author of 6 books and book chapters

3 TUBITAK projects

2 TUBITAK science incentive awards

Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Research Competition 2nd Prize

Abdominal fascial flaps to provide complete implant coverage in one-stage breast reconstruction: an autologous solution

Preoperative colour Doppler evaluation in the planning of gluteal perforator flaps

A new application to increase breast projection in free breast graft reduction mammoplasty

A new application for the repair of penile skin defect; anterior scrotal artery flap

Use of botulinum toxin for correction of asymmetric crying faces

A useful tool for W-plasty design in the excision of irregular lesions

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association

International Society of Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)

Kocaeli Breast Diseases Research and Treatment Association

Turkish Medical Informatics Association

Interplast Turkey Association

Balkan Association of Plastic Reconstuctive Aesthetic. Surgery

The AO Foundation AO CMF

Op. Dr. Atilla H.

Plastic Surgeon

Education

Specialty Training

2010 - 2016
Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery

Undergraduate Education

1989 - 1995
Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine

Experience

2020 -
ClinicExpert - Plastic Surgery Specialist

Biography

Born in Cyprus, Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgeon, Op. Dr. Atilla H. worked at Medical Park Bahçelievler Hospital for 3 years. He graduated from Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine in 1995 and completed his specialization at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital in 2001. He worked at Ankara Bayındır Hospital for 2 years and at İskenderun State Hospital for 14 years.

Certificates

2021 - Thread Lift - Face Lift Certificates (Belgium)

Dr. Fatih Algan, MD, FEBOPRAS, is a board-certified plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon. He graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 2012. He completed his specialty training in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery at İnönü University in 2019.

Dr. Algan is a Fellow of the European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (FEBOPRAS). This title shows his commitment to high European standards. He is also accredited by the Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons.

Dr. Md Caner Kaya is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 15 years of experience. He practices at TWT Health Clinic in Istanbul. His main areas of expertise are body contouring, facial plastic surgery, and breast procedures. He performs rhinoplasty, facelifts, blepharoplasty, breast augmentation, and FUE hair transplantation.

Dr. Kaya has performed more than 10,000 surgeries. This shows his skill and dedication to patient satisfaction. He earned his medical degree from Bolu Abant İzzet Baysal University. He completed his specialization at Marmara University. Dr. Kaya is known for providing high-quality, personalized care in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery.

Dr. Majid Ismayilzada is a specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery. He trained at Necmettin Erbakan University, one of Turkey’s leading academic centers. He also completed an international internship in Pediatric Cardiology at Sapienza University in Rome.

Dr. Ismayilzada has co-authored more than 15 peer-reviewed scientific publications. His work appears in respected journals such as Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Annals of Plastic Surgery, and the Journal of Craniofacial Surgery. His research focuses on new surgical techniques, including computer-assisted mandibular reconstruction, scar prevention, and fingertip replantation.

He has broad experience in trauma care, craniofacial and burn reconstruction, microsurgery, and advanced aesthetic procedures. Dr. Ismayilzada is known internationally for his innovative work and dedication to improving surgical care.

Medical Area of Interest and Activities 

• Face and Neck Lift (Rhytidectomy) 

• Mommy Makeover (Abdominoplasty, Brachioplasty) 

• Arm and Leg Lift after Massive Weight Loss •

 Lipedema Surgery • Rhinoplasty • Diabetic Foot – Reconstructive Procedures for Lower Extremities and Trunk • Hidradenitis Suppurativa Surgery 

• PRP, Dermal Fillers, Botox 

• Microsurgery • Age-Related Skin Laxity and Rejuvenation

Education 

• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (Medical Degree), 

• Münster University, Germany (Erasmus), 

• Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul – Residency in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 

• ASAN Medical Centre, Seoul, South Korea – Microsurgery Fellowship,

Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

Nose Aesthetics Operations (Rhinoplasty)...

Breast Aesthetic Operations (Reduction, Enlargement and Lift)...

Fat Removal Operations (Liposuction)

Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)...

Eyelid Operations (Blepharoplasty)...

Eyebrow Lift Operations

Face Lift Operations...

Fat Injections

facial surgery

micro surgery

plastic surgery

skin cancers

breast aesthetics

Congenital facial anomalies

Reconstructive surgery

MICROSURGERY

Suture techniques

cosmetic surgery

Operating room experience

Reconstructive techniques

aesthetic judgment

medical information

surgical skills