Neck Lift in Turkey: Cost & Partner Surgeons in Istanbul

A neck lift in Turkey is a facial rejuvenation surgery that tightens and removes excess skin and fat around the chin and neck, adjusting the platysma muscle to create a firmer, more youthful contour and a sharper jawline. It is the gold-standard treatment for so-called turkey neck (sagging skin under the chin) and visible vertical platysmal bands, concerns that non-surgical treatments cannot fully resolve. Over 90 percent of patients report high satisfaction with the long-lasting results when the procedure is performed by an experienced surgeon.

Turkey is one of the world’s most established destinations for cosmetic and facial surgery, supported by a high concentration of trained plastic surgeons and internationally accredited facilities. Luna Clinic Medical Travel Services is a medical travel coordination company in Istanbul: we work with independent partner surgeons who hold board certification and operate at Joint Commission International (JCI) accredited hospitals or their own private practices. Luna does not perform surgery and does not guarantee outcomes.

From your first enquiry, a bilingual coordinator manages your travel, accommodation, transfers and interpretation, while every clinical decision, from suitability to the choice of neck lift technique, is made independently by your chosen partner surgeon. A neck lift cost in the UK typically runs to £6,000 to £12,000; in Istanbul the same surgery, coordinated through Luna, starts from €2,500.

Indicative prices, last checked in July 2026. Turkey figures are starting prices quoted in euro by independent partner surgeons. Amounts originally quoted in another currency are converted at the ECB reference rate of 9 July 2026 (£1 = €1.17; $1 = €0.87). Your surgeon sets the final price after assessment.

How much does a neck lift cost in Turkey?

The neck lift cost in Turkey typically ranges from €2,500 to €3,000, considerably lower than in the UK, where the cost of a neck lift usually falls between £6,000 and £12,000, or $8,000 to $15,000 in the US. Most international patients travel on an all-inclusive package that bundles the surgical fee charged by the partner surgeon with airport transfers, hotel accommodation, medications and follow-up into a single transparent quote.

The final price depends on the technique (traditional, mini or deep neck lift), whether liposuction or platysmaplasty is included, and any combined procedure such as a facelift. Luna presents the surgeon’s medical fee and the travel coordination fee side by side, so you can make a genuinely informed comparison with home-country pricing.

• Type of neck lift. A mini neck lift for early laxity is generally less involved than a traditional or deep neck lift addressing advanced aging.
• Additional techniques. Adding platysmaplasty, submental liposuction or a deep neck lift that addresses subplatysmal fat affects the fee.
• Combined procedures. Pairing the neck lift with a facelift, eyelid surgery or a chin implant in the same session changes the total and theatre time.
• Surgeon's experience. Highly experienced, reputable partner surgeons typically charge more, and the accredited facility and length of stay also influence the total.

Neck lift Turkey all-inclusive package: what is included

International patients travelling to Istanbul for a neck lift typically book an all-inclusive package covering everything from arrival to discharge. A typical Luna-coordinated trip includes:

• Full surgical fee, anaesthesia and one day in a JCI-accredited hospital with the partner surgeon
• Pre-operative blood tests, EKG and health screening
• Supportive neck garment and all post-operative medications
• VIP airport, hotel and clinic transfers for every appointment
• 4-star hotel accommodation for the full recommended recovery stay
• Dedicated bilingual patient coordinator throughout your journey
• Drain and suture removal and fit-to-fly clearance before your return flight
• Structured remote check-ins coordinated with your partner surgeon after you return home

Package pricing starts from €2,500 with full cost transparency. Flights and travel insurance are not included. Clinical follow-up is conducted by your surgeon, not by Luna. Your surgeon provides the final quote after consultation.

Types of neck lift

Your partner surgeon recommends the approach that fits the degree of aging and skin laxity. The common types are:

Traditional neck lift

The most common procedure, removing excess skin and tightening the underlying muscle for significant sagging around the neck and jawline; results are dramatic and long-lasting.

Mini neck lift

A less invasive option for mild to moderate laxity using smaller incisions and shorter recovery, focusing on the lower face and neck for subtle but effective improvement.

Deep neck lift

Goes further than a traditional lift, addressing subplatysmal fat and, in some cases, salivary glands for the most refined jawline definition.

Non-surgical neck lift

Ultrasound or laser skin tightening for mild laxity, less dramatic and shorter-lasting than surgery but with quicker recovery for the right candidate.

Neck lift recovery time

Recovery from a neck lift varies by technique and how your body heals; your surgeon sets your individual timeline. The general trajectory is:

1. 1 weekSwelling, bruising and tightness are expected. Keeping the head elevated and wearing a supportive garment aids healing; most patients return to light activity after 7 to 10 days.
2. 3 weeksSwelling and bruising reduce significantly and the initial results appear. Most patients resume normal daily activities but avoid heavy lifting and vigorous exercise.
3. 4 weeksMost visible bruising and swelling subside and the neck looks more defined and youthful; many patients feel confident returning to social events.
4. 3 monthsThe full result appears with a firmer, more contoured neck; most patients are fully healed and can resume all regular activities including exercise.
5. 6-12 monthsResults are fully settled and scars fade to thin, pale lines within the natural creases and hairline.

Neck lift results and how long they last

A neck lift is reported to have a high success rate, with published figures around 95 percent and patient satisfaction commonly cited near 90 percent when performed by an experienced surgeon on a suitable candidate. Most patients enjoy a firmer, more contoured neck and a sharper jawline. Results typically last 10 to 15 years, with deep neck lifts often lasting longer, though the natural aging process continues.

Neck lift scars are exceptionally well hidden, placed under the chin and behind the ears within natural creases and the hairline, becoming virtually invisible once mature. Maintaining results is helped by sun protection, not smoking, a stable weight and complementary non-surgical treatments. Individual outcomes always depend on skin condition and the surgeon’s clinical judgment, so an honest pre-treatment conversation with your partner surgeon, who can show comparable before-and-after examples, is the best guide.

Am I a good candidate for a neck lift?

Only the independent partner surgeon you consult with can confirm suitability. In general, good candidates have excess fat beneath the chin and neck, visible bands from aging neck muscles, drooping or loose skin in the neck area, and mild to moderate skin wrinkling. Most patients are aged 40 to 70, though skin condition matters more than age.

Younger patients with a genetic predisposition, such as a small jaw, low hyoid bone or excess submental fat, can also be excellent candidates, and male neck lifts are increasingly common. Good general health, being a non-smoker or stopping smoking before surgery, a stable weight and realistic expectations all support a safe procedure and good healing. A neck lift is very commonly combined with a facelift for balanced lower-face and neck rejuvenation.

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