Back Lift in Istanbul, Turkey

A back lift removes the sagging skin and folds that appear on the back after weight loss or with age. In the most common technique the incision runs horizontally where it is covered by the bra band; excess skin and fat are removed to smooth the back. At New City Clinic it can be planned in the same session as liposuction, an arm lift or breast surgery.

A back lift suits people with loose skin rolls on the back, often after major weight loss, whose weight has been stable for some time. If the problem is fat and the skin is firm, liposuction may be enough instead; the surgeon decides after examining you.

Plan about 7 to 10 days, usually with one night in hospital. On the flight home, use a small cushion behind your lower back, wear your compression garment and avoid lifting luggage.

Allow about two weeks before returning to desk work and about six weeks before sport. The compression garment is worn for around six weeks, and the scar along the bra line matures over about a year.

Yes, it can be combined with arm lift or breast surgery in carefully planned stages, as the surgeon judges safe. Because the plan differs from person to person, New City Clinic sends you a written quote after the physician’s assessment; flights are not included.

The cost depends on the scope of the procedure, the technique, the hospital and your accommodation choice. After a physician's assessment, New City Clinic sends you an itemised written quote; getting a quote is free.

Your quote lists the hospital and physician fees, required tests, check-ups, airport–hotel–hospital transfers and, on request, hotel accommodation as separate items. Flights are not included; we can help organise them if you wish.

The procedure takes about 2–3 hours. Anaesthesia: general anaesthesia.

Along the bra line, so that it is usually covered by underwear or swimwear.

Only when the problem is fat and the skin is firm.