Best Mini Facelift doctors in Istanbul: TOP 25 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.

• 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.

Dr. Murat Yaman is a seasoned plastic and cosmetic surgeon. He is known for his expertise in tummy tuck surgeries and employing advanced surgical techniques for optimal outcomes. He has performed an impressive number of various surgeries, including over 1,500 nose jobs and breast enlargements, 500 facelifts, 1,000 lift surgeries, and around 1,000 liposuctions using VASER lipo technology.

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 

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. 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. Derya Bingöl is an award-winning plastic and reconstructive surgeon. 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.

• 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.

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)

• 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.

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. 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.

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

Dr. Orhan Fahri Demir is a specialist in Aesthetic, Plastic, and Reconstructive Surgery. He currently works at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. Previously, he was a plastic surgeon at İSÜ Bahçeşehir Liv Hospital from 2023 to 2025 and at Adıyaman Training and Research Hospital from 2021 to 2023. He completed his residency at Ege University Faculty of Medicine Hospital.

Dr. Demir completed his residency in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery at Ege University. He received his medical degree from Gazi University. He holds important certifications, including the Plastic Surgery Resident Training Certificate from the Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery and a Basic Microsurgery Certificate.

Dr. Demir has spoken at international congresses such as the International Plastic Surgery Congress in Sarajevo (2024) and the Facelift Congress in Azerbaijan (2024). He also served as an instructor at the 46th Microsurgery Course in 2023.

Op. Dr. Yunus Çınar is a specialist in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery. He completed his residency in 2023. He graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 2016. He served as a resident in public hospitals in Konya and Ankara. He now practices aesthetic surgery with the team at Quartz Clinique.

He trained as an observer at Villa Bella Clinic in Italy under Prof. Giovanni Botti. He has taken part in many scientific congresses and courses on rhinoplasty, facial aesthetics, breast surgery, wound care, and burn management. He has also given oral presentations at national and international meetings.

Op.Dr. Ali DOGAN

Expert Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgeon

Professional Summary

Op.Dr. Ali DOGAN is an accomplished plastic surgeon with extensive experience in performing a broad spectrum of plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic procedures. He is celebrated for his technical expertise, innovative approach, and dedication to delivering personalized care to each patient. With a focus on achieving natural and harmonious results, Op.Dr. DOGAN combines surgical precision with an artistic vision to enhance both form and function.

Core Competencies

• Aesthetic Surgery: Specialized in facial rejuvenation, breast augmentation, reduction and lifting, and all type of body contouring.

• Reconstructive Surgery: Proficient in post-trauma reconstructions, skin grafting, and microsurgical techniques.

• Non-Surgical Procedures: Skilled in minimally invasive treatments, including Botox, dermal fillers, and laser therapies.

• Burn Surgery: Expertise in acute burn care and reconstructive solutions for burn scars.

• Hand Surgery: Proficient in treating congenital and traumatic hand deformities.

• Pediatric Plastic Surgery: Specialized in correcting congenital anomalies such as cleft lip and palate.

• Cutting-Edge Techniques: Incorporates advanced technologies and innovative methods for optimal results.

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

Education, Awards and Certifications

• Inter High School Project Competition, Third in Turkey, Using the activated carbon

obtained from waste batteries as ion and gas trap,Scientific and Technological

Research Council of Turkey (TUBİTAK)-2009

• Tokat Science High School – 2010

• Istanbul University School of Medicine(Graduted with distinction) – 2016

• Sarıyer State Hospital(Emergency Medicine) 2017

• Animal Research Certificate – January 2019

• Microsurgery Certificate- May 2019

• Medical statistics certificate- July 2019

• Bagcılar Research and Training Hospital, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and

Aesthetic Surgery(Residency) 2017-2022

• Universita Campus Bio-Medico, Department of Plastic,Reconstructive and Aesthetic

Surgery Rome/Italy(Microsurgery Fellowship) 2022-

• Erzurum State Hospital,Erzurum/Turkey 2022-2024 

Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital  (Current)