Breast augmentation in Istanbul. From £6,000.
Implant-based breast enlargement at JCI-accredited hospitals, coordinated from first enquiry to discharge notes for your GP.
Breast augmentation in Istanbul: what to expect
Breast augmentation increases breast volume and can improve shape and symmetry. Most procedures use silicone gel or saline implants, placed through an incision under the breast fold, around the areola or in the armpit, and positioned behind the breast tissue or under the chest muscle. Fat transfer is a separate option for a more modest increase in volume.
The surgeon agrees implant type, size, profile and placement with you after assessing your chest wall, breast tissue and skin quality. Your itemised quote lists what is and is not included, and the hospital and surgeon are confirmed in writing before you pay for treatment.
For breast augmentation the cost in Istanbul is broadly in line with UK private prices. Patients who travel usually do so for access to a surgeon and hospital they have checked, and for an all-in coordinated package, not for a large price difference.
Who it is for
- Adults who want more breast volume or who have lost volume after pregnancy, breastfeeding or weight change
- Mild breast asymmetry
- Good general health, a stable weight and realistic expectations
- Non-smokers, or patients prepared to stop before and after surgery as advised
- Airport transfers in Istanbul
- Hotel accommodation near the hospital
- A professional interpreter at your appointments
- Coordination with the hospital from enquiry to discharge
- English-language discharge documentation, sent to your GP on request
How it works
Enquiry and quote
Tell us what you want. You receive an itemised quote within 48 hours with a clear list of what is and is not included. The hospital and surgeon are confirmed in writing before you pay for treatment.
Remote assessment
You complete a medical questionnaire and share photographs. Your surgeon reviews them and confirms whether the procedure is suitable before you book travel.
Surgery in Istanbul
Surgery usually takes one to two hours under general anaesthesia. Your surgeon confirms implant details and agrees them with you in writing.
Recovery and follow-up
You recover in Istanbul, attend your post-operative checks and receive English-language operative notes and a discharge summary, forwarded to your UK GP on request.
Your timeline
- Within 48 hoursItemised quote, once we have your complete records or photographs.
- Usually within 2 weeks of confirmingYour surgery date, subject to the surgeon and hospital availability.
- ArrivalAirport transfer, hotel, and your meeting with the surgeon before the procedure.
- 5–7 daysThe procedure and post-operative checks. The surgeon confirms when you are fit to fly.
- At homeFollow your surgeon's guidance on activity, work and exercise. English-language documents go to your GP on request.
Risks and things to consider
All surgery carries risk. Your surgeon will go through these with you and the consent form will list them in full. They include:
- Bleeding, infection and delayed wound healing
- Scarring, which varies between patients
- Capsular contracture: the scar tissue around an implant can tighten and may need further surgery
- Implant movement, rippling, asymmetry or an unwanted shape
- Temporary or permanent changes in nipple or breast sensation
- Implant rupture or leakage over time. Implants are not lifetime devices and many patients need revision or replacement
- Rarely, anaplastic large cell lymphoma associated with some textured implants
- Risks of general anaesthesia and of blood clots, including after flying
Frequently asked questions
How much does breast augmentation cost in Istanbul compared with the UK?
Breast augmentation in Istanbul starts from £6,000. UK private clinics typically charge £5,500–£7,000 (published guide prices, collected October 2026). The cost is broadly comparable, so the case for travelling rests on the surgeon, the hospital and the coordinated package rather than on price alone. Your itemised quote states what is included, so you can compare it line by line with a UK quote.
Which implants are used?
Silicone gel and saline implants, round or anatomical, are the usual choices. Your surgeon discusses which suits your anatomy. Before surgery you should receive the manufacturer, model, size and batch number in writing, and an implant record to keep. Ask for this at the quote stage and bring it to your GP and to breast screening appointments.
How long is recovery and when can I fly home?
Most patients stay in Istanbul for 5–7 days, subject to surgeon clearance, then fly home. Many return to desk work within about a week. Strenuous exercise and heavy lifting are usually avoided for several weeks, and your surgeon will give you specific instructions, including how long to wear a supportive bra. Compression stockings and regular movement on the flight reduce the risk of blood clots.
What if I need revision surgery or have a problem after I return?
Ask before you commit whether revision surgery is covered, on what terms and for how long, and get the answer in writing. If you have a problem at home, seek local medical care first. The treating hospital remains responsible for agreed follow-up and we help coordinate communication with them, but we do not provide post-operative medical care. Our complaints policy is on this site.
Can breast augmentation be combined with a breast lift?
Often yes. If the breast has descended or lost skin tone, the surgeon may recommend a lift with or without an implant. This changes the operation and the price, so your quote will list it separately.
Do I need a referral from my GP?
No. We recommend telling your GP, and we forward your operative notes and discharge summary on request so that your records are complete. Standard travel insurance often excludes planned treatment and its complications, so check your cover before you travel.
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Information for UK patients
What to know before you travel and after you return.
Flying home
Patients typically fly home 5–7 days after surgery, subject to surgeon clearance. Ask your surgeon about compression stockings and moving regularly on the flight. Ask your surgeon about compression stockings and moving regularly on the flight.
After you return
Operative notes, the discharge summary and any results are provided in English and forwarded to your UK GP on request. The treating hospital remains responsible for agreed follow-up. If you need urgent care at home, seek local medical help straight away. We can help coordinate communication with the hospital, but we do not provide post-operative medical care. Read what to do if something goes wrong.
Payment and cancellation
You pay no coordination fee. We are paid by the hospital you are treated at, and we tell you this upfront. Deposits, payment schedules and refund terms are set by the hospital and confirmed in writing in your quote before you pay anything. Cancellation terms are in your coordination agreement — see the brokerage agreement.
Travel insurance
Standard travel policies often exclude planned treatment and its complications, so check your cover and its exclusions before you travel. If you would like, we can introduce you to an FCA-authorised insurance provider offering medical-travel cover. We may receive a commission if you take out a policy. You are free to choose any provider, there is no obligation, and we do not give insurance advice.