I had a TT side back front and chin lipo..My coordinators Kerem and Umit were always available when needed..My surgeon Dr. Bugra Ipek MD is AMAZING.. I highly recommend Vanity
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You’ve done the work. You’ve trained. You’ve watched your nutrition. And yet—there it is: that stubborn pocket of fat that refuses to move. Lower belly. Love handles. Bra line. Inner thighs. Under the chin. The places where genetics love to “store” fat no matter how disciplined you are.
That’s exactly where liposuction shines.
Liposuction isn’t a weight-loss shortcut. It’s a precision sculpting procedure designed to remove localized fat deposits and refine your body’s lines—so your shape finally matches your effort.
At Vanity Cosmetic Surgery Hospital in Istanbul, we specialize in Ultrasound-Assisted (Vaser) Liposuction, combining advanced technology with surgeon-led artistry. From 360 Lipo and High-Definition (4D) body sculpting to targeted procedures like chin liposuction, our approach is built for modern results: smoother contours, better definition, and a patient journey that feels organized, safe, and premium from day one.
I had a TT side back front and chin lipo..My coordinators Kerem and Umit were always available when needed..My surgeon Dr. Bugra Ipek MD is AMAZING.. I highly recommend Vanity
Allison J.
Hello everyone, I come from near Munich/Germany and would like to share my experience with you. On February 14th, 2024 I had my long-awaited operation (tummy tuck, liposuction)
I was in contact with lovely Dilek for a year because I had been thinking about going this route for a long time. Dilek was ready for every question throughout the year and always had an answer for me very quickly.
I compared many clinics in advance and all of them required an immediate decision. Nevertheless, I continued to be in contact with Dilek. She seems very understanding and patient to me, which is why I decided on Vanity. When I arrived in Turkey, dear Murat took over as my patient coordinator and was always on-site or available to me via WhatsApp. He looked after me just as understanding and relaxed as I was used to. As a result, I didn’t feel at all like a stranger.
My operation went well. Dr. operated on me. Algan. Despite all my fears, Dr. Algan felt like, on a human level, the best doctor I had the pleasure of meeting. You can throw all the German doctors in the bin next to him. Of course, I had fears and doubts, but Dr. Algan could take it back from me with a clear conscience. He is very cool, easy-going and relaxed and that gives me the feeling of being in really good hands. I felt like I was visiting a good friend. Only plus points for this doctor!! I don’t think anyone else could have done it like him!!
It’s been a week since my operation and my wounds are healing very well. Every day I feel better and every day I am happier when I can look at myself in the mirror.
I don’t normally write reviews. But I hope I was able to help someone as indecisive as I was
Thanks again to the entire Vanity team, you are great
Thanks to Dr Algan for making my dream come true
Melissa
I did a armlift and chinlift with liposuction. I am really happy with the result. And the hole Treatment and transfer were very good. The personal was so kind. Thank you vanity and Dr. Bugra Ipek.
Melanie O.
I am very happy and pleased to say that I’ve travelled from Australia to get my body done by Vanity Estetik and I am beyond grateful that I did.
It’s been 4 days since I got my breast augmentation, liposuction and Brazilian butt-lift done.
I am so happy with my results, I can move perfectly with no problems and my results are so amazing omg!
I love this team and I love my surgeon Thank him Dr. Mert for taking his time to make me look so perfect!!! Just so grateful!! The hospitality and professionalism we’re on point and I’m glad I came to them for my body!!
They did an amazing job with mine and it’s only been 4 days!! I will be coming again soon!
Dolliana
My grandmother (66 years old) and I (26 years old) came from Italy, she for a neck and face lift and I for a 360 liposuction, abdominoplasty and bbl.
Right from the start, my referrer Selvi was able to patiently answer all the questions I had in the pre-surgery, give me the best quotation and guide me through the arrival in Turkey. We were operated on 13.04.24 by Dr Erman, a young and very talented surgeon, I would trust him again for future operations.
When I arrived at the hospital, I was introduced to my contact person Mr. Umut, who was able to reassure me from the arrival to the departure at the clinic. Always with a smile on his face. He was able to solve all my problems in the shortest possible time very elegantly, and always answered my messages within a short time. Thanks to my grandmother’s referents, Gizem and all the wonderful nurses at the hospital, they were angels watching over me for two nights.
I will update in 6 months with photos of the masterpieces done by Dr Erman, not a surgeon but an artist.
Mr. Umut was able to win my trust and I am sure that even if I return home now, he will continue to follow me until I am fully recovered. I go home happy and calm, thank you Vanity Clinic.
Krystyna
I have recently undergone a BBL, chin lipo and bichectomy with Vanity Estetik. I came as a solo traveler and the experience could not be faulted. The transfers, co-ordination and hospital staff were all so lovely and accomodating. Everything was so well run. The hotel was lovely, I stayed quite a few nights to ensure I was safe to travel and could not fault it. The surgeon, was amazing, he has given me the hips that I have been waiting for. He was very kind and listened to what I had to say. The hospital in which the surgery was performed was fine, the English/Turkish language barrier was difficult but that’s what google translate is for. Overall, I could not fault my experience and rate this company highly, 5/5 stars. Thank you x
Kayla
I had a great experience with Vanity! I had a rhinoplasty and chin liposuction.
I spoke with Zeynep alot over whatsapp before I arrived in turkey she was very nice and helpful in organising the surgery and answering any questions I had.
Once I arrived my coordinator Zineb was so good and gave me advice and answered any questions i had following the operation.
My surgeon Dr Alper Burak Uslu did an amazing job and I am happy with my result so far! He listened to everything I asked for and helped me decide on which surgeries would be best for the results I wanted.
The nurses as well were all so kind and caring. I stayed a night in the hospital and they took very good care of me.
The hotel and airport transfer and hospital to hotel transfer was all included in my package which took away alot of the stress I didnt have to organise anything.
I would definitely recommend this clinic to others 🙂
Julia
Outstanding experience at Vanity, my patient coordinator, was super helpful and kind, answered all my questions and cleared all my dubts pre and post op! I had a BBL with Vaser liposuction. My doctor also explain me everything and made me feel confident about the surgery as I was really anxious about it before speaking to him. I recommend Vanity with pleasure to everyone who wants to get plastic surgery in Turkey !
sophie darhakova
This was my second time choosing Vanity. I have done a bbl and liposuction. I was so satisfied with my first treatment that I wanted him to do my second one. He is such a great doctor. First I was afraid of the operation but they looked after me and I felt like I was in good hands. I’m healing very well thank you Vanity
Leonie
I had a breast lift, tummy tuck, inner thighs lippo, Botox. Procedure were scheduled on October 9th . I had a doubt before leaving for surgery has the process is very different from what we are use to in Canada, could be a little stressful/overwhelming but at last everything went well. I had a great fully bilingual patient coordinator who guide me through the process. I had multiple nurses to take care of me during the 2 days post-op that I spent at the clinic. The doctor came to do chek-up on both days. Then I returned to my hotel to rest for some days and then had my final check-up before leaving to comeback home. Transportation to and from the airport and the clinic was great, big Mercedes van that were intimate, comfortable with wifi. Will definitely recommend this clinic to anyone and change their mind about medical tourism.
Mélissa Demers
I had done chin lipo, buccal fat removal and temporal lift at Vanity two weeks ago. I am really happy with the team, they managed everything, transport from the airport to the hotel and hospital, they booked my hotel room. I am happy to recommend Vanity to everyone.
Izzy B
I had 5 procedures at Vanity last week : fat craft, mini lifting, eyebrows lift, forehead reduction change of breast implants and augmentation and mini liposuction. I came by myself in Turkey from Canada but the team was always there for me so I didn’t feel alone. The clinic itself is clean brand new and fancy, the team is super professional, nurses are great and always available and my agent helped me a lot with his advice and follow ups! I am now back in Canada but the team is still there for me following up on my recovery, I really appreciate it ! Thank you Vanity team!
Anna Cardon
I couldn’t have chosen a better place than vanity, My surgeon and my support , were amazing, really happy,i had a tummy tuck and liposuction,
Susan Ali
I had a TT side and back and chin lipo and my 3 week results are amazing..I would like to thank my patient coordinator who addresses my needs while in Insnbul My coordinator who walked me through the process for 1 year while in the States and my higglhly talented surgeon for giving me my body back..Snatched. I would highly recommend Vanity..
Allison Johnson
I had chin lipo, lipo 360, breast lift and implant, upper eye blepharoplasty and lip fat transfer at Vanity. The assistant from the beginning was very friendly and booking went smoothly! My patient coordinator was so helpful, informative and made me feel comfortable, he was always there if I needed him and arranged everything perfectly for me including post op medication and care. My surgeon performed my surgery, he did a great job i’m very happy with my results so far! He kept me well informed pre and post op! I did feel well looked after at Vanity, they really made sure I had a good recovery which is so important and I would recommend them! Thank you ✨
Elleanor Grace
This was the second time. My firts expierence was for a nose job. Amazing experience with my doctor. Very professional. I did a bbl with 360 lipo. The results are very beautiful as far as you can see now. With minimal pain. The assistants were amazing and so welcoming. I was well looked by my assitant before and after treatment… with a lot of care. They are a lovely clinic and welcoming. Thank you so much for your service
Nadia Ettarrahi
I went to Vanity for a temporal eyebrow lift, buccal fat removal, and chin lipo.
Everything was managed by the amazing team, I am really happy I’ve chosen to have everything done at their clinic!
Isaura
Facelift, necklift, upper eyelids and upper lip, 10th October 2023. This was my first trip to Turkey and it was my first surgery under general anaesthesia, and it was terrifying. My surgeon immediately made a very good impression – an open and intelligent person, a professional, ready not only to answer all your questions but also to clarify what you always wanted to know but didn’t think to ask. The surgery lasted more than 6 hours, the post op was hard, although painless, and the result was great, I got back the face that I had 15 years ago. The Vanity clinic itself is incredibly well organised. Even the hotel Antwell turned out to be a 24-hour infirmary with a doctor on duty, everything new and clean, a cosy garden with alleys for walking, people around – patients like me, and therefore no embarrassment anywhere, which is also important. I am grateful to my coordinator Nadin and to all the nurses, whose names I don’t remember, and whose help was invaluable. Pictures are without filters, before surgery (without makeup) and 7 weeks after surgery (with makeup), 54 years old. Update, 28th March 2024. My first time at Vanity was very satisfying, so I decided to go back tomy surgeon for the second surgery, liposuction. Everything was flawless this time as well. It has only been three weeks, the result is not fully visible yet, but the healing is going very well. My only regret is that I only had this surgery now, I should have had it many years earlier.
Lucy Sokolenko
It’s a good organization and i am thankful for what they did for me I love the results it’s very beautiful I done Bbl, liposuction, butt implant, tummy tuck doctor and nurse take of me good I feel grateful
Reliable469768
I had belly + waist liposuction surgery a month ago with Dr. Mert Sizmaz. The operation went well and I was treated very well in the clinic. The nurses were there 24/7 and were all very caring. Esra, who is there to translate and answer any questions after the operation, is simply great, very helpful and also very loving. Thank you all very much.
Burçin
Let’s clear up the biggest myth right away:
Liposuction is body contouring, not weight loss
Liposuction is designed to remove fat from specific areas to improve contour and proportion. It is most effective when:
If your goal is dramatic weight loss, liposuction is not the right tool. But if your goal is a cleaner waistline, flatter abdomen, smoother back, sharper arms, or a more defined jawline, liposuction can be one of the most transformative procedures in aesthetic medicine.
Liposuction involves small, discreet incisions. Through these, your surgeon uses a thin tube (a cannula) to remove targeted fat cells. Once those fat cells are removed, they don’t regenerate in the same way—but remaining fat cells can still expand if weight increases. That’s why long-term results are best protected with stable weight and healthy habits.
Think of liposuction like editing a photo: we’re not changing who you are—we’re refining the silhouette.
We always offer you the best service in our comfortable and hygienic hospitals
Not all liposuction is the same. Techniques evolve, and at Vanity we focus on what supports cleaner contours and a smoother recovery profile.
Vaser liposuction uses ultrasound energy to help loosen and emulsify fat before it’s removed. The goal is to separate fat with less trauma to surrounding tissues compared to more aggressive “old-school” methods.
At Vanity, we don’t treat Vaser as a marketing word. We treat it as a tool—used with expert technique—to deliver refined outcomes.
Liposuction is ideal for areas where fat is resistant and the skin has reasonable elasticity. At Vanity, the most requested areas include:
360 Lipo targets the entire midsection—typically including:
Why it’s popular: It creates a balanced waist contour from every angle, not just the front.
If you’re bothered by a “double chin” or soft jawline, chin lipo can refine the neck-chin angle and sharpen facial contour. It’s often chosen by patients who feel their face looks heavier than their body.
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Targets the upper arms—especially the area many people call “bat wings.” It’s often paired with skin-tightening planning or combined procedures if skin laxity is significant.
Common targets:
This is where contour artistry matters most—thigh shaping must look smooth in motion, not just in photos.
Men commonly request:
Male sculpting is about sharper lines and athletic balance, not exaggerated curves.
Best for patients who want:
It’s the foundation for a naturally sculpted shape.
Hi-Def sculpting goes beyond flattening. It highlights natural muscular lines—often in areas like:
Hi-Def isn’t for everyone. It works best when:
If you’re not naturally lean, 360 lipo often gives a more realistic and flattering result than “forced definition.”
Liposuction works best when the patient selection is right. You may be an ideal candidate if:
You may need a different plan if:
A high-integrity consult should tell you the truth: whether your best result comes from liposuction alone—or from a combined approach.
Liposuction may look “straightforward” online, but it can involve longer operating times and multiple body areas—especially for 360 or hi-def plans. That’s why the setting and the system matter.
At Vanity, the patient journey is designed around:
This is the difference between “getting lipo” and going through a professional body sculpting program.
World-class body sculpting should be accessible, but it should never cut corners. Vanity pricing is built to be clear and easy to plan around.
Starting price
Because every body is different, the number of areas and the total scope can vary. During your consultation review, your team will help define what counts as an “area” for your plan—so expectations match the quote.
Your Vanity package is designed to cover the essential medical pathway:
| Region / Country | Pricing |
| Turkey (Vanity) | €1,550 (base) +950€ for additional areas |
| Europe | €5.000 – €7,000 |
| UK | £4,500 – £6,000 |
| USA | $7,000 – $9,000 |
Liposuction is powerful alone—but it becomes a game-changer when paired with the right procedures.
Vaser can harvest fat that may be used for transfer to the buttocks to add volume and shape (candidate-dependent). This combination is popular for patients who want a smaller waist and fuller curves.
If you have loose skin, stretch marks, or muscle separation (often after pregnancy or major weight loss), liposuction alone may not deliver a tight abdominal result. A tummy tuck removes excess skin and can tighten the abdominal wall. Liposuction can refine the waist around it for a more complete transformation.
Some patients prefer fat transfer for a softer, more natural enhancement. This depends on donor fat availability and goals.
A combined plan should be designed thoughtfully—balancing safety, surgery time, and recovery demands.
International patients often stay 6–7 nights to allow early monitoring and final checkups before travel.
Day 0: Arrival + preparation
Check-in, pre-op review/testing as indicated.
Day 1: Surgery + hospital night
Procedure and overnight monitoring in the hospital.
Day 2: Discharge to hotel
You’ll begin the comfort recovery phase. Swelling and tightness are normal.
Days 3–5: Recovery + aftercare routine
Light walking, compression, hydration, and check-ins.
Day 6: Final check-up + Fit to Fly
Final clinical review and guidance for travel.
Your schedule may adjust based on how many areas are treated and how your body responds.
We always offer you the best service in our comfortable and hygienic hospitals
Liposuction recovery is a process—and the most important word is swelling. Swelling is normal. It’s temporary. And it’s part of how your body heals.
Expect:
You’ll wear your compression garment as instructed—this is crucial for shaping.
Most patients notice:
You may still feel numbness or firmness—this is common and typically improves over time.
Many patients return to:
Compression may continue depending on your plan and areas treated.
This is where the result becomes crisp:
The more extensive the liposuction, the more patience you’ll need. But with good aftercare, the payoff is worth it.
After liposuction, your body holds fluid and swelling in the tissues. Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) can help encourage fluid movement and reduce that heavy, puffy feeling.
Patients often like MLD because it can:
It’s not magic. It’s supportive aftercare—especially when combined with compression, hydration, and walking.
Want the best contour? Treat aftercare like part of the procedure.
Wear your compression garment correctly
Compression helps:
Skipping compression can lead to uneven swelling and slower refinement.
Walk early, gently, and consistently
Light walking helps circulation and supports safer recovery—especially after anesthesia.
Hydrate and eat for healing
Your body is rebuilding. Hydration and protein help tissue repair and reduce fatigue.
Manage expectations about early swelling
Your “final result” is not week one. Let your body settle. Most patients see steady improvements over weeks and months.
Every surgery has risks. Liposuction risks can include:
The safest path is:
Liposuction can be life-changing—but it should be approached with respect, not treated like a quick beauty hack.
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Dr Erol holds an M.D. from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa (2006) and a Family‑Medicine specialty from Medeniyet University. After 16 years of combined clinical and managerial roles within the Ministry of Health, he joined Vanity in 2022 as Deputy General Manager for Administrative & Medical Affairs. He bridges clinical governance with patient‑safety oversight, ensuring protocols align with Turkish MoH and international accreditation standards.
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