There’s something I’ve been dying to talk about and it seems like perfect timing, now that prominent personalities are more candid about the work they’ve got done and the stigma around cosmetic procedures is dying down. I don’t know how many of you have seen the viral “Turkey transplant” reels, but as soon as I saw them, I knew I had to investigate. What is this phenomenon of men roaming around Turkey’s famed tourist spots and getting on airplanes with bandaged heads and fresh transplants? Stick with me while I break it down for you if you’re as curious as I am.
Why Turkey?
Turkey has risen through the ranks of cosmetic procedure expertise, perhaps in an attempt to attract foreigners for something other than tourism. And it’s working. Turkish doctors are offering their relatively newly acquired skills at much more affordable prices than Western countries, thereby making it accessible for people of most strata of society to change the way they look and be content with themselves. A lot of reasons contribute to why they are able to offer complex procedures like rhinoplasty, dental implants, breast augmentation, liposuction and hair transplants at lower costs.
Firstly, the currency exchange value of the Turkish lira is lower than major currencies, which means foreigners actually end up saving money. Combine that with Turkey’s lower cost of living and healthcare workers’ wages and you have a beyond ideal situation. Clients flocking here for their life-changing procedures in fact have to say that even inclusive of flight, accommodation and food expenses, the procedures still turn out more economical than they would have in the USA, Australia, or UK. Plus, the cosmetic procedure market is quite competitive in Turkey, which means surgeons will really go the extra mile to satisfy your every need.
Safety First
While most people have had a botch-free and smooth experience here, there is every reason to be prepared if something goes awry, same as with every procedure in every country. As @looksbyhala shares on Instagram, “I don’t recommend getting any surgery if you don’t have the money for a potentially very costly revision.” She also talks about how she felt incredibly safe in the country and in the end, it is absolutely your responsibility to thoroughly research doctors and their work, and requirements and speak to as many people who have already gone through with it as possible. You can always take comfort in the fact that the Turkish government acknowledges and actively encourages its role as a prominent figure in medical tourism and in order to uphold its reputation for outstanding healthcare, the Turkish Ministry of Health enlists only the best. The international health standards for all public and private healthcare providers are also supposed to be very strict, minimising risks.
The Process
A majority of people find their doctors via Instagram, what with it being the giant of informational social media and all that. It is convenient to look up doctors, their work and results and connect with their clients to get insight. You can also book virtual consultations with them. A good measure to go by is how at ease your doctor makes you feel and how frank he is about setting expectations regarding the result. Another amazing facility provided by doctors’ teams is the arrangement of transportation and accommodation for you.
I’ll end by saying that what’s most important is that a safe and accessible way for everyone to look the way that makes them happy without having to provide any explanations to anyone has been established. I can see Turkey taking over the Western countries’ reputation for excellence in cosmetic procedures and as an add-on, a holiday in a beautiful country like this one couldn’t hurt at all!
