Septoplasty in Turkey: what it is and who needs it
Septoplasty is an operation that straightens the nasal septum, the wall of cartilage and bone that divides the inside of the nose into two airways. When the septum is bent, one side can be narrow or blocked. Typical signs are a nose that is always blocked on one side, snoring, nosebleeds on the narrow side, repeated sinus trouble and the feeling that you never get enough air through the nose. The operation changes how the nose works inside; it does not change how it looks from outside.
On our site septoplasty in Turkey starts at €2,520 at an accredited hospital, and the hospital list on this page shows each hospital's own price. A septoplasty is performed by ear, nose and throat (ENT) surgeons, usually in a day-stay or one-night admission. Because it is a functional operation, the first question is not the price but whether the septum really is the cause of your symptoms, and that is decided by examination, not by a photo.
If you also want to change the shape of the nose, see our guide to rhinoplasty in Turkey; the two operations are often combined. For related ENT problems see the ENT hub.
Septoplasty in Turkey: how it works
- 1Send your photos and questions
Free and without obligation: tell us what you want to change and send a few photos — by form or WhatsApp.
- 2Get a written plan and price
A surgeon reviews your case and you receive a personal plan with the price, usually within 24 hours. Compare hospitals; nothing is paid in advance.
- 3Travel, surgery and aftercare
Airport pick-up, examination, surgery and check-ups in Istanbul, then follow-up with your surgeon after you fly home.
Septoplasty in Turkey: hospitals and prices
Hospitals on our site that perform Septoplasty, with each hospital's own list price for international patients, shown in your currency.
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Types of Septoplasty in Turkey and prices
| Type | Price in Turkey | |
|---|---|---|
| Endoscopic Septoplasty | Price on request | Get price |
- Within about 2 hours
A coordinator replies in your language by WhatsApp or e-mail.
- Within 24 hours
A surgeon reviews your photos and you receive a written plan with the surgeon's name and the price.
- You decide
Ask anything and take your time — nothing is paid in advance.
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- Honest reviews
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- Support before, during and after
A coordinator in your language answers within hours, arranges transfers and an interpreter, and stays in touch after you fly home.
How much does septoplasty cost in Turkey?
At the hospitals listed on this page, septoplasty costs from €2,520; the price is shown in your currency in the hospital list. The table compares approximate private prices for the operation alone. The Turkish figure is a hospital list price for international patients; the others are approximate ranges that vary widely by clinic and city, and every figure should be confirmed in a written quote.
| Country | Typical price (approximate) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | from €2,520 | Hospital list price; check what the quote includes |
| United Kingdom | about £3,000–£5,500 privately | Free on the NHS when there is a clear medical need, but often with a long wait |
| United States | about $5,000–$12,000 | Surgeon, anaesthesia and facility fees are often billed separately; usually covered by insurance when medically necessary |
| Germany | covered by statutory insurance when medically necessary | Self-pay prices vary widely |
The NHS provides septoplasty when a deviated septum causes real breathing problems that do not respond to sprays, so the saving applies mainly to patients who do not meet local criteria, who face a long wait or who live in a country where the operation is not covered. Septoplasty cost in Turkey is higher when it is combined with turbinate reduction, sinus surgery or a rhinoplasty, when general anaesthesia and a longer stay are needed, or when the operation is done by the endoscopic method (see below).
What a quote should include: the surgeon's and anaesthesiologist's fees, the operating theatre, a hospital stay, medication, the check-up visit and airport transfers. Ask in writing what is not included. We do not take payment: you pay the hospital directly, and a quote is free.
Septoplasty, rhinoplasty and sinus surgery: the differences
These operations are often confused because they all involve the nose.
| Operation | What it treats | Changes the look? |
|---|---|---|
| Septoplasty | A deviated septum that blocks one or both airways | No |
| Turbinate reduction | Enlarged turbinates, the folds on the side wall of the nose, that block air | No |
| Endoscopic sinus surgery | Chronic sinusitis, blocked sinus drainage, polyps | No |
| Rhinoplasty | The shape of the nose; may include breathing work | Yes |
When both breathing and shape are a problem, the combined operation is called a septorhinoplasty. It is usually cheaper and easier to do both at once than to travel twice.
Are you a candidate for septoplasty?
Septoplasty is considered when the septum is bent and this explains persistent blockage, after sprays and treatment of allergy have not helped. A bent septum on its own, without symptoms, does not need surgery; most people have some deviation. An ENT surgeon examines the inside of the nose, usually with a small camera (nasal endoscopy), and decides whether the septum, the turbinates, allergy or the sinuses cause the problem.
Surgery is usually postponed if you have an active infection, uncontrolled high blood pressure, a bleeding disorder, or you cannot pause blood-thinning medicine. Nasal sprays that contain strong decongestants and cocaine use damage the septum and need to be discussed openly. Smokers heal more slowly and are asked to stop for several weeks before and after surgery. Septoplasty is generally delayed until the face has finished growing, around 16 to 18 years.
How septoplasty is performed
The operation usually takes 30 to 90 minutes under general anaesthesia, sometimes under local anaesthesia with sedation.
- Incision: a small cut inside the nostril, so there is no visible scar.
- Straightening: the lining of the septum is lifted aside, the bent cartilage and bone are straightened or the bent parts are removed, and enough support is left so the nose keeps its shape.
- Closing: the lining is put back and held with stitches; soft silicone splints or a light pack are placed inside the nose.
In endoscopic septoplasty the surgeon works with a small camera, which helps with deviations at the back of the nose. Packing or splints are usually removed after one to a few days. Most patients go home the same day or after one night.
Your septoplasty trip to Turkey
Plan about 4 to 7 days in Istanbul or another city. A typical plan:
- Day 1: arrival, examination and the final plan and price in writing.
- Day 2: pre-operative tests and the operation, with a stay in hospital overnight if the surgeon advises it.
- Day 3: discharge; packing or splints are removed if they were used.
- Days 4–6: rest at the hotel, saline rinses as instructed, a check-up before you fly.
Our how it works page explains how a quote, the hospital contact and your arrival are organised. Do not book flights before the surgeon has confirmed the date of the check-up.
Septoplasty recovery, week by week
Septoplasty recovery is usually easier than recovery from rhinoplasty, because there is no bruising from bone work.
- First days: a blocked nose, mouth breathing, pressure in the face, a little blood-stained discharge. Sleep with your head raised.
- Week 1: most people feel able to do light work after about a week. No nose blowing until the surgeon allows it; use saline spray or rinses.
- Weeks 2–3: crusting inside the nose settles; breathing starts to improve as swelling goes down.
- Weeks 4–6: hard exercise and contact sports return around four to six weeks, as advised.
- Months 3–6: the swelling inside is gone, and the full effect on breathing is judged.
Flying is usually allowed after the check-up, around the end of the first week. Cabin pressure can cause some discomfort in the nose; use saline spray and drink water.
Risks of septoplasty and what the sources say
Septoplasty is a common, generally safe operation, but it has risks, which the NHS lists as bleeding, infection, a collection of blood in the septum (haematoma), a hole in the septum (perforation), numbness of the upper teeth or tip of the nose, a change in the shape or support of the nose, and a bent septum that returns or breathing that does not improve. Some patients still feel blocked afterwards because other causes, such as swollen turbinates, allergy or sinus disease, were not the part treated. For that reason, an honest surgeon explains the likely benefit before the operation instead of promising a perfect result.
To lower the risks, choose an ENT surgeon who performs septoplasty routinely, an accredited hospital with an anaesthesiologist, stop smoking, pause blood thinners and supplements such as fish oil and ginkgo as instructed, and follow the aftercare. Contact the hospital if bleeding does not stop with gentle pressure, if you have a fever, or if the nose swells suddenly and becomes painful.
How to choose a hospital and surgeon for septoplasty
- Specialty: the surgeon should be an ENT surgeon; check registration with the Turkish Ministry of Health and membership of the Turkish Society of Otorhinolaryngology.
- Examination first: a surgeon who offers a price without asking about your symptoms, allergies and previous nasal surgery is not assessing you.
- Hospital: the operation should take place in a licensed hospital, not only a day clinic. See the hospitals and doctors listed on our site with their prices and reviews.
- Aftercare: ask who answers your messages when you are at home, and what happens if a revision is needed.
Red flags are a price far below the market, pressure to pay a deposit before a consultation, and a promise to cure every breathing problem.
Septoplasty in Turkey reviews
Reviews of the hospitals and surgeons on this page that perform Septoplasty, with reviews about this treatment first. Reviews from Google are marked.
I stayed in the hospital for one day after open septoplasty surgery. The cleanliness, care, and attention of the hospital were excellent. I was especially pleased with Dr. Talip Topçu's friendly demeanor, friendly conversation, and attentiveness. I would like to thank the doctor and his team.
Salim Yüce hoca’ya septum deviasyonu ve konka hipertrofisi için gittim. Septoplasti ameliyatı oldum. Kendisi ve asistanı Merve Hanım çok ilgiliydi. Yeniden nefes alabilmek çok güzel. Çok teşekkür ediyorum😇 …
Bastan aşağı tüm çalışanlar güler yüzlü, ilgi alakalı olup septoplasti (burun) ameliyatımda emeği geçen Prof. Doktor Salim Yüce ve ameliyat ekibine, aynı zamanda ameliyat sonrası servise alındığım odadaki gerek oda temizlik ekibi …
Today, my brother and I came to Lokman Hekim Hospital for a routine check-up. We come every year. But this year, we would like to thank Ms. Selda for welcoming and caring for us. She listened patiently, explaining everything step by step. I would like to thank her here as well and wish her continued success. Seeing such a caring person in such an institution truly made us happy.
It's a terrible place. I used many of its departments, even had surgery there, but I'll never go near it again. When you call about the results, they even hang up on you.
The receptionist in the emergency room told us our registration was complete and directed us to the doctor. However, when we went to see the doctor, we were told that no record had been created for us. Communication and coordination between departments are completely lacking. Patients being directed from one place to another in this way causes both a waste of time and serious inconvenience. One of the most basic things a hospital should have is order, communication, and professionalism. Unfortunately, we saw none of these. We were extremely dissatisfied with our experience. In terms of service quality and patient satisfaction, it is definitely an institution far below our expectations. We were not at all pleased.
Frequently asked questions
At the accredited hospitals on our site septoplasty starts at about €2,500 (shown in your currency on this page). Combined operations, longer stays and endoscopic techniques cost more. Your exact price is written on your quote.
Usually yes: private septoplasty in the UK costs roughly £3,000–£5,500, an approximate range that varies by clinic. On the NHS it is free when there is a clear medical need, but waiting times can be long.
Most people return to light work after about a week. Crusting and a blocked feeling settle over two to three weeks, exercise returns after four to six weeks and the full effect on breathing is judged after three to six months.
No. The incision is inside the nostril and the operation straightens the septum inside the nose. If you also want a different shape, a septorhinoplasty combines both.
Plan about 4 to 7 days: consultation, the operation, removal of splints or packing and a check-up before the flight home. Your surgeon confirms the date.
Most patients describe pressure and a blocked nose rather than severe pain, and prescribed painkillers control it. Mouth breathing and dry lips are the most common complaints in the first days.
Yes. Septoplasty with turbinate reduction is common, and a septorhinoplasty corrects breathing and shape in one operation. Combining adds operating time but saves a second trip.
The NHS lists bleeding, infection, a collection of blood in the septum, a hole in the septum, numbness of the teeth or nose tip, and a bent septum that returns or breathing that does not improve.
Usually after the check-up around day 5 to 7. Cabin pressure can cause some discomfort; a saline spray and plenty of water help.
No. Many people have a bent septum without symptoms. Surgery is considered when it causes persistent blockage that does not respond to treatment of allergy and nasal sprays.