5.0(14)
Op. Dr. Murat Yaman
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Brazilian Butt Lift in Turkey
Brazilian Butt Lift in Turkey costs from Price on request — about 100% less than in the UK & EU. Compare verified surgeons, read reviews and get a free all-inclusive quote.
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- vs the UK & EU
- −100%
- Procedure time
- 3–4 h
- Patient rating
- 5.0 ★ (14)
- Stay in Turkey
- 7 days
- Back to routine
- 3 weeks
- Ministry of Health licensed hospitals
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- 14 real patient reviews, incl. Google
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BBL in Turkey: what you should know first
A Brazilian butt lift (BBL) is not a lift in the usual sense. It is a fat transfer: fat is removed by liposuction from the abdomen, flanks, back or thighs, purified and injected into the buttocks to give them more volume and a rounder shape. The waist looks smaller at the same time, because the fat comes from around it. No implant is used and the only scars are the small entry points of the cannulas.
A BBL in Turkey is one of the operations foreign patients most often ask about, and it is also the cosmetic operation whose safety record has been questioned more than any other. This guide therefore starts from the evidence: what the studies found, what changed, and what you should ask before you book anything. The liposuction part is explained in detail in our liposuction guide, which also covers the trip, the package and how hospitals are chosen; this page deals with the BBL itself.
A quote is free. The surgeon first looks at photos of your body to judge whether you have enough fat for a transfer, how much can safely be injected and whether a BBL is the right operation for you at all.
Brazilian Butt Lift 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.
What happens after you send your request
- 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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- 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.
Is a BBL safe? What the death-rate studies say
This is the most important section of this page. In 2017 a task force of US aesthetic surgery societies (the Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Foundation, published in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal by Mofid and colleagues) surveyed surgeons and estimated a BBL death rate of about 1 in 3,000 operations — higher than any other common cosmetic operation. Almost all deaths were caused by fat embolism: fat injected into or below the large buttock muscle entered the big veins there and travelled to the lungs.
The reaction was strong. In 2018 the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) advised its members to stop performing the BBL until it was safer, and a multi-society task force in the US issued a safety advisory: inject fat only into the layer under the skin (subcutaneous), never into the muscle, with the cannula kept parallel to the muscle and never angled downwards. UK coroners have since reported deaths of British patients after BBL operations abroad, including in Turkey.
The evidence also shows that technique matters. A follow-up survey of the same societies, published in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal in 2020, suggested the death rate had fallen to about 1 in 15,000 after surgeons changed how they inject. That is still higher than most cosmetic operations, but far lower than before. The safety of a BBL depends far more on how the fat is injected than on the country where it is done.
What this means in practice:
- Subcutaneous injection only: fat must stay above the muscle. Ask the surgeon to confirm this in writing.
- Ultrasound guidance: some surgeons use ultrasound during the operation to see the cannula tip in the fat layer. It is not mandatory everywhere, but it is a strong safety measure — ask whether it is used.
- Volume limits: very large volumes increase the risk; ask how much fat will be transferred to each side.
- Surgeon and setting: the whole operation should be performed by the plastic surgeon in a hospital with an intensive-care unit, not delegated to assistants and not in a day clinic.
Do not choose a BBL on price, and do not choose it for a "bigger is better" result. For general advice on surgical safety abroad, see is plastic surgery in Turkey safe?
How much is a BBL in Turkey?
The BBL price on this page comes from the hospitals that perform it; the hospital list shows each one's price in your currency. Across the market, a Brazilian butt lift in Turkey usually costs roughly €3,000–€5,500 for international patients, depending on how many areas are treated with liposuction and how much fat is transferred (approximate, confirmed in a written quote). Liposuction on its own starts at €1,500 at the hospitals on our site; see the liposuction page for its own price list.
| Country | Typical total for a BBL | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | about €3,000–€5,500 (approximate) | Hospital package: surgeon, anaesthesia, liposuction areas, fat transfer, one or two hospital nights, garments, transfers |
| United Kingdom | about £7,000–£12,000 (approximate) | Offered by fewer surgeons since the 2018 BAAPS advice |
| United States | about $8,000–$15,000 (approximate) | Surgeon, anaesthesia and facility fees often billed separately |
| Germany | about €6,000–€10,000 (approximate) | Surgeon, anaesthesia and hospital stay |
What changes the BBL Turkey cost: the number of liposuction areas (lipo 360 of the whole midsection costs more than two areas), the volume transferred, the use of ultrasound guidance or VASER, the number of hospital nights and whether other operations are added. A BBL package should name the surgeon, the anaesthesiologist, the hospital, the garments and the check-ups; ask for the list in writing. You pay the hospital directly when you arrive; be careful with a clinic that asks for a deposit before a surgeon has seen your photos.
Who is a good candidate — and what is a skinny BBL?
A good candidate for a BBL in Turkey is healthy, does not smoke, has a stable weight and has enough fat in the donor areas. Expectations matter as much: the aim is a balanced shape, not the largest possible buttocks.
- Skinny BBL: a smaller transfer for slim patients who have little fat. The result is subtle; if there is too little fat, the surgeon may advise against a BBL altogether.
- Not suitable: very little body fat, a high body-mass index, smoking, blood-clotting disorders, or a wish for a volume larger than the fat available can provide.
- Weight changes: transferred fat behaves like the rest of your body fat — it grows when you gain weight and shrinks when you lose it.
How the operation is performed
A BBL takes about two to four hours under general anaesthesia. Liposuction removes fat from the chosen areas; the fat is filtered or spun to separate it from fluid and blood; then it is injected through small openings in many thin layers into the fat under the skin of the buttocks and hips. Some of the transferred fat does not survive — often a third or more is absorbed in the first months — so the surgeon plans for this. Most patients stay one night in hospital.
BBL vs butt implants and other alternatives
| BBL (fat transfer) | Buttock implants | Liposuction only | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main effect | Volume and shape plus a smaller waist | Volume, especially for slim patients | Shapes the waist and hips, no added volume |
| Needs body fat | Yes | No | Yes |
| Main risks | Fat embolism (rare, serious), fat loss, lumps, asymmetry | Infection, implant shift, wound problems | Contour irregularities, seroma |
| Recovery | No direct sitting for about 2–3 weeks | Longer and more painful | Shortest |
Liposuction of the waist and hips alone already changes the shape of the buttocks for many patients and carries a much lower risk. A "non-surgical BBL" with large volumes of injected filler is not a safe shortcut: it has caused serious infections and at least one reported death in the UK.
BBL recovery and sitting
- Days 1–7: soreness and bruising in the liposuction areas, a compression garment day and night, walking from the first day to protect against clots. You sleep on your front or side.
- Weeks 1–3: no direct sitting on the buttocks; surgeons usually recommend a special cushion that takes the weight on the thighs. Most people go back to desk work after about two weeks.
- Weeks 3–8: sitting normally again step by step; garment for about six to eight weeks; exercise from about week 6.
- Months 3–6: swelling settles and the fat that survives stays; the final result is judged after about six months.
Combining a BBL with other operations
A BBL is often planned together with a tummy tuck or breast augmentation. Combining saves a second trip, but it lengthens the operation, and longer operating time and combined body surgery raise the risk of blood clots. There is one more practical conflict: after a tummy tuck you are asked to rest slightly bent, while after a BBL you should not sit or lie on your back. Many surgeons therefore keep a BBL with a large tummy tuck to healthy patients and a limited operating time, or advise two stages. Ask the surgeon how long the combined operation will take and how clot risk will be managed.
How long to stay in Turkey and flying home
Plan about 7–10 days in Turkey for a BBL: tests and consultation, the operation, one night in hospital, then hotel nights with a check-up before you fly. A long flight is a risk factor for blood clots after any body operation; wear compression stockings, walk in the aisle, drink water and take the cushion — see flying after surgery. A BBL combined with a tummy tuck or breast surgery needs a longer stay; see also mommy makeover.
Choosing a surgeon for a BBL
Before you book a Brazilian butt lift in Turkey, ask the surgeon in writing: will the fat be injected only above the muscle; is ultrasound used; how much fat per side; will you perform the whole operation yourself; is it done in a hospital with an intensive-care unit; how are blood clots prevented. Walk away from any clinic that will not answer, that offers several BBLs per surgeon per day at a low price, or that promises a specific size. See also how to choose a safe surgeon in Turkey and the hospitals on our site.
Before & after
Before-and-after photos from surgeons who perform Brazilian Butt Lift at our partner hospitals.
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Brazilian Butt Lift in Turkey reviews
Reviews of the hospitals and surgeons on this page that perform Brazilian Butt Lift, with reviews about this treatment first. Reviews from Google are marked.
5.0Based on 14 reviews
Maisha Mapimhidze
Service was great, Ismael, Esrah and Dr Murat took great care of me along with all the nursing team.
Taka Mapimhidze
Had a great experience. The staff took really good care of me. Especially Esra and Ismael and Dr Murat Yaman
Irina
I recently had an abdominoplasty with liposuction at the Lokman Hekim clinic with Dr. Murat Yaman. I want to express my gratitude to him for his skillful hands. He truly is a God-given doctor. The results exceeded all my expectations, and the recovery was easy and almost painless. I also want to note that the staff at this clinic is very responsible and attentive. They say that the staff is the face of the clinic, and Lokman Hekim can be proud of its staff. I especially want to mention nurse Esra Nezir, who surrounded me with care and attention. She is a person with a big heart and a kind soul. I recommend your clinic 100%. You are the best 🫶
Ana Betancourt
LOKMAN HEKIM❤️ ⭐ My Hospital Experience I want to share my experience after my surgery at the hospital. Overall, I am very grateful for the care I received. I especially want to thank the nurses, the doctors, the translator, Dr. Murat, Ismael, and Esra Nezir, who looked after me and supported me throughout the entire process. Their treatment and attention were excellent, and they made me feel supported during my stay. What I think they should improve significantly is the hospital food. Personally, I found it quite poor, and in my case, there was a major problem because I am celiac and I informed them from the beginning that I needed gluten-free food. Even so, on two occasions, they made mistakes and brought me food that wasn't suitable for a celiac. This worried me especially because for a celiac, it's not just a simple food preference, but something that requires a lot of care. I think the kitchen staff should be better informed and pay much more attention to these kinds of needs. I would also improve the transfer from the hospital to the hotel. When I arrived in Istanbul, I was picked up in a large, comfortable car, but after the operation, when I left the hospital, I was transferred in a car that didn't seem suitable for someone who had just had surgery. After surgery, I think it's important to have a spacious and comfortable vehicle. After I expressed my opinion, they did improve the transfers afterward, and my experience went back to being excellent. Despite these areas for improvement, I am grateful to everyone who cared for me and was with me during this process. And I hope that, now that I'm returning to Spain, they will continue to monitor my recovery and keep checking on me after the operation. It's very important for me to feel that the support and follow-up continue even after I return home. A heartfelt thank you to the nurses, doctors, translator, Dr. Murat, Ismael, and Esra Nezir for your care, kindness, and support. ❤️
Oleksandra Nekliudova
My experience at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital was truly outstanding from beginning to end. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the entire medical team for their professionalism, kindness, and exceptional level of care. From the very first moment I arrived, I felt safe, welcomed, and supported. A very special thank you goes to my translator, Olga. She stayed with me throughout every stage of my journey, helped with every question, translated everything clearly, and made me feel comfortable in a foreign country. Her kindness and support meant so much to me. I would also like to express my deepest appreciation to Dr. Murat Yaman’s head nurse and surgical assistant. Although I don’t know her name, she deserves special recognition. She was incredibly caring, attentive, gentle, and always ready to help. She made my recovery much easier, and I will always remember her warmth and compassion. My biggest thanks go to Dr. Murat Yaman. He is a truly gifted plastic surgeon with golden hands. He carefully listened to my needs, explained everything in detail, and created a beautiful, natural result that exceeded my expectations. I couldn't be happier with my decision to trust him. Thank you to everyone at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital for making this experience so positive. I wholeheartedly recommend this clinic and Dr. Murat Yaman to anyone looking for excellent medical care, honest advice, and amazing results. Thank you for helping make my dream come true! ❤️ My experience at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital exceeded all my expectations. From the bottom of my heart, I want to thank the entire clinic staff for their incredible professionalism, care, and warm attitude toward patients. From the first day, I felt calm, confident, and in good hands. A huge thank you to my translator, Olga. She accompanied me at every stage, was always there, helped with all my questions, supported me, and did everything possible to make me feel comfortable. Thanks to her, the language barrier simply disappeared. I'd like to express my special, deepest gratitude to Dr. Murat's head nurse and assistant. Unfortunately, I don't know her name, but I'll never forget her kindness, care, attentiveness, and genuine desire to help. It's people like her who create an atmosphere where you feel not just like a patient, but like someone you truly care about. And, of course, a huge thank you to Dr. Murat Yaman. He's a surgeon with golden hands, extensive experience, and an excellent sense of aesthetics. He carefully listened to all my requests, explained everything in detail, and achieved an even better result than I could have imagined. I'm happy I trusted him with my surgery. Thank you to the entire clinic team for the high level of medicine, humanity, and support. If you're looking for a clinic staffed by true professionals who treat patients with respect and care, I wholeheartedly recommend Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital and Dr. Murat Yaman. Thank you for making my dream come true! ❤️
Liam
From the first minute I arrived at the lokman hekim hospital to the second I left every member of staff was welcoming and polite and provided exceptional hands on patient care during my stay at this private hospital which only takes 10 minute drive from Istanbul saw airport , the hospital is state of the art and is very clean and well preserved,during my stay I underwent liposuction and gynecomastia surgery , the surgeon dr Murat yaman was very friendly and helpful with the questions I asked and explained the risks about the procedures and what to expect , the surgery itself went very smooth and he visited me multiple times to check how I was feeling after having the procedures and to also explain what the recovery process looks like going forward thankfully so far post surgery I havent had any problems and I’m now on the road to recovery . I would like to thank everyone who works on ward 4A floor 4 busra nurse
Frequently asked questions
A Brazilian butt lift in Turkey usually costs roughly €3,000–€5,500, depending on the liposuction areas and the volume transferred (approximate, confirmed in a written quote). The hospital list on this page shows each hospital's own price.
It is safer than it was, but not risk-free. A 2017 task force of US surgical societies estimated a death rate of about 1 in 3,000, mostly from fat injected into the buttock muscle; a 2020 follow-up survey suggested about 1 in 15,000 after surgeons moved to injecting only under the skin. Choose a surgeon who injects subcutaneously, ideally under ultrasound, in a hospital.
About 1 in 3,000 according to the 2017 task force published in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal, and about 1 in 15,000 according to a 2020 follow-up survey of the same societies. Almost all deaths were caused by fat embolism after injection into or below the muscle.
The safety of a BBL depends on the injection technique, the surgeon and the hospital more than on the country. Ask in writing for subcutaneous-only injection, the use of ultrasound, the volume per side and the surgeon who performs the whole operation.
A smaller fat transfer for slim patients with little body fat. The result is subtle; with too little fat, a surgeon may recommend buttock implants or liposuction alone instead.
Most people return to desk work after about two weeks, avoid direct sitting for about two to three weeks, wear a garment for six to eight weeks and judge the final result after about six months.
About 7–10 days, longer if the BBL is combined with a tummy tuck or breast surgery.
The fat that survives the first months is permanent, but it changes with your weight like other body fat. Often a third or more of the transferred fat is absorbed early on.
A BBL suits patients with enough fat and also slims the waist; implants suit slim patients without fat to transfer. Implants have a longer, more painful recovery and their own risks of infection and shifting.
No. Large volumes of injected filler have caused serious infections and at least one reported death in the UK. Liposuction alone or a surgical BBL by a plastic surgeon are the safer routes.
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