Facial Procedures
Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) in Turkey — 2025–2026 Guide
Dr. Enis Ekincioglu
Tired-looking eyes and hooded upper lids are among the most-requested facial procedures in 2025–2026. Blepharoplasty is one of the shortest-recovery aesthetic surgeries — with dramatic, natural-looking results.
Upper vs. lower blepharoplasty
Upper blepharoplasty removes excess skin from hooded lids that make the eyes look tired or heavy. Lower blepharoplasty addresses under-eye bags and dark hollows, often combined with fat repositioning instead of removal.
What's new for 2025–2026
The trend is preservation, not removal. Modern techniques reposition fat, tighten muscle, and keep the natural almond shape of the eye — avoiding the hollow, over-operated look of older procedures.
Recovery timeline
Bruising and swelling peak at day 3 and mostly resolve by day 10. Sutures come out at day 5–7. Most patients are ready for photos and social settings within 2 weeks.
Cost and combinations in Istanbul
Blepharoplasty in Turkey is commonly combined with brow lift, rhinoplasty, or non-surgical skin tightening for a full periorbital rejuvenation. Combined procedures reduce total downtime and total cost versus staging them separately.
Curious if blepharoplasty is right for you? Send a photo and get a personalised assessment from Dr. Enis Ekincioglu.
About the author
Dr. Enis Ekincioglu
ENT surgeon based in Istanbul, specializing in primary, revision, ethnic, ultrasonic and functional rhinoplasty. With 13+ years of clinical experience and training across leading international rhinoplasty centres, his practice is built around natural, breathing-first results for international patients from the US, UK, Canada and Europe.