Rhinoplasty in Istanbul with Prof. Dr. Özgür Pilancı is planned around your facial proportions, nasal function, and personal goals. Also known as a nose job, rhinoplasty reshapes the nose to improve its proportions and, where needed, breathing, with the aim of a natural result that suits your face.
Under the care of Prof. Dr. Özgür Pilancı, each rhinoplasty is approached with precision and an artistic eye — designed to enhance your natural features, not redefine them.
Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure that modifies the structure of the nose by reshaping bone, cartilage, or skin. It can reduce or increase nose size, refine the tip, correct asymmetry, or improve breathing — often achieving multiple goals in a single procedure.
Every nose is different, so there is no single rhinoplasty technique that suits everyone. At your consultation, Prof. Dr. Özgür Pilancı examines your nose, discusses your goals, and explains which approach may fit your anatomy.
Choosing rhinoplasty in Istanbul means working with a surgeon who plans every nose individually. Whether you are considering rhinoplasty in Istanbul to refine your profile, improve breathing, or both, your consultation will cover your goals, the technique that may suit you, and what recovery involves. To discuss rhinoplasty in Istanbul with Prof. Dr. Özgür Pilancı, book a consultation.
Open rhinoplasty uses a small incision across the columella, the strip of skin between the nostrils, in addition to incisions inside the nose. It gives the surgeon a clear view of the nasal structure and is often chosen for more complex reshaping, tip refinement, or revision surgery. The small scar usually fades well over time.
Closed rhinoplasty is performed entirely through incisions inside the nostrils, so there is no external scar. It may suit patients who need more limited changes, such as refining a small hump or adjusting the tip slightly.
You may be a candidate for rhinoplasty if you are bothered by the size or shape of your nose, have a bump or asymmetry, or have breathing difficulty linked to the structure of your nose. Good general health, realistic expectations, and a fully developed nose are important. Your surgeon will tell you honestly whether surgery is the right option for you.
First, you share your goals and recent photos and arrange a consultation. Next, your surgeon recommends a plan and explains the risks, recovery, and realistic results. After surgery, you stay in Istanbul for follow-up checks before travelling home. Final results appear gradually as swelling settles over many months. For general information on the procedure, you can also read the American Society of Plastic Surgeons guide to rhinoplasty, or explore our other facial plastic surgery procedures in Istanbul.
Turkey has established itself as one of the world’s leading destinations for rhinoplasty, combining highly experienced surgeons, state-of-the-art facilities, and costs significantly lower than Western Europe or the US — without any compromise in quality or safety standards.
Whether you are comparing clinics or planning your first consultation, rhinoplasty in Istanbul with Prof. Dr. Özgür Pilancı starts with a conversation about your goals. Patients who choose rhinoplasty in Istanbul receive a clear plan, honest advice, and follow-up care before they travel home. If you are still deciding, ask about rhinoplasty in Istanbul during a free consultation and compare the options with your surgeon.
Read our complete guide: what is rhinoplasty, covering techniques, recovery timeline, and how to choose the right surgeon.
Safety depends mainly on the surgeon’s qualifications, the hospital where surgery is performed, and the quality of preoperative and postoperative care. Every surgery carries risks, which your surgeon will explain in detail at your consultation. Before you decide, ask about your surgeon’s training, the facility, and the follow-up care offered.
You may be a candidate if you are bothered by the size or shape of your nose, have a bump or asymmetry, or have breathing difficulty related to nasal structure. Good general health, realistic expectations, and a fully developed nose are important. Your surgeon will tell you honestly whether surgery is right for you.
The procedure typically takes 2–3 hours depending on complexity, performed under general anesthesia.
Most swelling subsides within 2–3 weeks. Final results are fully visible after 12 months as the nose gradually settles.
We recommend 7–10 days — including surgery, splint removal, and your follow-up before flying home.
Most patients return to desk work within 10–14 days. Strenuous activity should be avoided for 4–6 weeks.
Discomfort is manageable with prescribed medication. Most patients describe pressure rather than pain, particularly in the first 48–72 hours.
In open rhinoplasty, a small incision under the nose heals to become virtually invisible. Closed rhinoplasty leaves no external scars.
Ethnic rhinoplasty reshapes the nose while respecting your natural facial features and heritage, instead of applying a single standard shape to everyone. Your surgeon will discuss your goals and plan changes that keep your nose in harmony with the rest of your face.
Yes, Prof. Dr. Özgür Pilancı evaluates patients who are considering revision rhinoplasty after an earlier nose surgery. Revision surgery is often more complex than a first operation, so your surgeon will examine your nose, review your previous surgery, and explain what is realistic before recommending a plan.
Speak with our medical team and receive a customized plan tailored to your needs and goals.
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