About Facial Reconstruction
Key Highlights
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Restores facial symmetry, contour, and natural appearance.Improves essential functions such as breathing, vision, chewing, and speech.Addresses defects from trauma, cancer, or congenital conditions.Utilizes advanced techniques like microsurgery and custom implants for precision.Can significantly boost self-confidence and psychological well-being.Performed by dual-trained surgeons in both aesthetic and reconstructive principles./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe facial trauma from accidents, burns, or animal bites.
- Congenital facial differences (e.g., cleft lip and palate, craniofacial syndromes).
- Defects following tumor (cancerous or benign) removal.
- Significant facial asymmetry or disfigurement affecting function.
- Revision surgery for unsatisfactory prior reconstructive results.
- Reconstruction after major infection or necrosis of facial tissues.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive medical evaluation and review of patient history.
- Detailed imaging studies (CT scans, 3D imaging) for surgical planning.
- Discussion of surgical goals, potential outcomes, and risks.
- Cessation of smoking and certain medications (e.g., blood thinners) as advised.
- Arranging for help at home during the initial recovery period.
- Fasting as instructed prior to the surgery.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding, hematoma, or infection at the surgical site.
- Adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Poor wound healing, scarring, or skin necrosis.
- Numbness, tingling, or changes in sensation (temporary or permanent).li>
- Asymmetry, contour irregularities, or unsatisfactory aesthetic result.
- Need for additional revision surgeries.
- Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial hospital stay for monitoring, pain management, and initial wound care.
- Head elevation and application of cold compresses to reduce swelling.
- Strict adherence to wound care and medication instructions.
- A soft or liquid diet may be required initially.
- Avoidance of strenuous activities, heavy lifting, and bending over.
- Gradual return to normal activities as approved by the surgeon, with follow-up appointments to monitor healing.
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Typical hospital stay: 3-7 days
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Expected recovery time: 6-12 weeks for initial recovery; up to 1 year for final results and swelling to fully subside
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering facial reconstruction in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with aesthetic and reconstructive surgery departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform facial reconstruction. MediFyr helps you compare aesthetic and reconstructive surgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for facial reconstruction compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | USD 1,632 – USD 8,701 | 3-7 days | ~ 6-12 weeks for initial recovery; up to 1 year for final results and swelling to fully subside | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 12,079 – USD 64,420 | 3-7 days | ~ 6-12 weeks for initial recovery; up to 1 year for final results and swelling to fully subside | Know More |
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Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeons for Facial Reconstruction
Explore experienced aesthetic and reconstructive surgeons who regularly perform facial reconstruction and provide pre- and post-operative care in Turkey.
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- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
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- 8 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Liv Hospital Ankara
- 8 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Liv Hospital Ankara
- 8 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Liv Hospital Ankara
- 8 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Liv Hospital Ankara
- 29 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Liv Hospital Ankara
- 29 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Liv Hospital Ankara
- 29 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Liv Hospital Ankara
- 29 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Liv Hospital Ankara
- 29 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Liv Hospital Ankara
- 29 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Liv Hospital Ankara
- 29 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Liv Hospital Ankara
- 29 Years Experience
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeon
Liv Hospital Ankara