Turquie Santé, Health & Aesthetics News

Plastic Surgery
10/06/2026

Medical coordinator abroad: Th...

Choosing to receive medical care in another country is a significant decision, one you'll be making in an unfamiliar environment, with a different language and a healthcare system you've likely never navigated before. A ...

Ophthalmology
22/05/2026

Ocular nystagmus: Understandin...

Ocular nystagmus is a condition that causes involuntary eye movements, making it difficult to keep the eyes focused on a fixed object. Although many people are unfamiliar with it, nystagmus affects around 1 in 1,000 indi...

Ophthalmology
15/05/2026

Diplopia (Double vision): Type...

Double vision, also known as diplopia, happens when a person sees two images instead of one. It can make daily activities like reading, driving, or walking difficult and uncomfortable. In some cases, diplopia may be link...

Plastic Surgery
10/05/2026

Facial Asymmetry: Understandin...

You may have noticed that you don't always like the way you look in selfies. Does one eye seem more closed than the other? Are your cheekbones not quite aligned? Most people experience some form of facial asymmetry, yet ...

Cardiology
10/05/2026

Hemangiomas and heart health: ...

Red or purplish marks on the skin can be unsettling, especially if you're wondering whether they signal something deeper. Hemangiomas are common benign vascular growths, yet their presence sometimes prompts legitimate qu...

Dental care
08/05/2026

Gingival recession: Causes, ri...

Sometimes, you notice your teeth looking a bit longer than before or your gums slowly changing shape. These small changes can be an early sign of gingival recession, a condition where the gum tissue gradually moves away ...

Gynecology
08/05/2026

Genital warts and condyloma: C...

Genital warts and condyloma trigger anxiety in many people, and yet, they are among the most common sexually transmitted infections worldwide. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), almost all sexually active ...

Plastic Surgery
30/04/2026

Asymmetrical breasts: Should y...

If you’ve ever noticed that one breast looks slightly different from the other, you’re not alone. In fact, more than 88% of women have some degree of breast asymmetry, making it a very common and usually normal variation...

Plastic Surgery
29/04/2026

Blanching treatment for fine l...

Fine lines around the mouth, the upper lip, or the décolleté represent some of the earliest visible signs of skin ageing. Yet they remain stubbornly resistant to conventional deep injection approaches. The blanching tech...

Gynecology
29/04/2026

Fertility and assisted reprodu...

Having a child is an important goal for many couples, but conceiving can sometimes be challenging. Infertility requires professional assessment and targeted treatment to increase the chances of success. In Turkey, cou...

Dental care
29/04/2026

Dental Crowding: Causes, Risks...

What Causes Dental Crowding? Crowded teeth develop from a mix of inherited traits and acquired habits. Genetics heavily influence jaw size and the natural spacing your teeth require, so if your parents had crowding, y...

Dental care
29/04/2026

Wisdom Teeth Extraction: When ...

Understanding Your Wisdom Teeth Wisdom teeth are your third molars, the final set of adult teeth to develop. They typically emerge between ages 17 and 30, though some people never develop them at all. Their late arrival...

Neurology
29/04/2026

Brain Hemorrhage: Types, Warni...

Understanding Cerebral Hemorrhage: Definition and Classification A cerebral hemorrhage represents a life-threatening neurological emergency. Blood spills into brain tissue when arterial vessels rupture. This isn't sim...

Neurology
29/04/2026

Traumatic brain injury: beware...

What exactly is a head injury? A head injury occurs when the head takes a hard blow, whether from a car crash, a bad fall, or a physical assault. The aftermath can look very different from one person to the next. Some...

Plastic Surgery
27/04/2026

Rhinoplasty vs Septorhinoplast...

The nose serves dual roles that often go unrecognized. Beyond its aesthetic prominence as the central facial feature, it functions as a critical airway component controlling airflow during respiration. When structural or...

Plastic Surgery
27/04/2026

Why Abdominal Etching Isn't Su...

Understanding Abdominal Etching Abdominal etching is a precision surgical technique that combines liposuction principles with artistic sculpting. Rather than simply removing fat, surgeons strategically eliminate specifi...

Plastic Surgery
27/04/2026

Why Men Are Choosing Cosmetic ...

Aesthetic enhancement isn't reserved for one gender anymore. The landscape has shifted dramatically. More men than ever are choosing to refine their appearance, address areas that bother them, and simply feel more comfor...

Ophthalmology
27/04/2026

Venus Strabismus in Children &...

Understanding Venus Strabismus: Definition and Characteristics Strabismus, commonly referred to as crossed eyes or turned eyes, represents a misalignment between the two visual axes. One eye deviates from the centra...

Neurology
27/04/2026

Deep brain stimulation (DBS): ...

Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder affecting millions of people worldwide. While pharmacological treatments remain the first-line approach, advanced therapies such as deep brain stimulat...

Plastic Surgery
26/04/2026

AI in Aesthetic Medicine: Hype...

Artificial intelligence has already transformed finance and diagnostic imaging. But walk into an aesthetic clinic today, and you'll encounter something quietly revolutionary: high-definition cameras analyzing skin compos...

Plastic Surgery
26/04/2026

Summer Cosmetic Procedures: Wh...

Summer arrives with its own rhythm. Slower work pace, time off, fewer obligations. It's when many people finally pause and think about that cosmetic procedure they've been postponing for months. The question isn't whethe...

Plastic Surgery
22/04/2026

Is Surgery Abroad Really Safe?...

Surgery abroad. The words trigger anxiety for many considering treatment outside their home country. Rumors circulate, stories spread, contradictions pile up. Yet the medical reality is far more nuanced than the headline...

Bariatric surgery
21/04/2026

Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Un...

What is Inflammatory Bowel Disease? Inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD, represents a group of chronic conditions affecting the digestive tract. Unlike occasional digestive upset, IBD involves persistent inflammation of ...

Plastic Surgery
21/04/2026

Top Cosmetic Surgeries in Turk...

Understanding Cosmetic and Aesthetic Surgery Physical appearance holds significant weight in modern society. The rise of social media and celebrity culture has made the idea of aesthetic enhancement more accessible and ...

Plastic Surgery
21/04/2026

Body Reshaping in Turkey: Scul...

Body reshaping, commonly known as body contouring, has become one of the most sought-after cosmetic procedures worldwide. This approach combines multiple surgical techniques to eliminate unwanted fat deposits and refine ...

Plastic Surgery
21/04/2026

Facial Volumetry with Fillers:...

As we age, our skin naturally loses volume in key areas of the face. The cheekbones flatten, the cheeks hollow slightly, and the jawline softens. This happens because the skin contains less collagen and elastin, and the ...

Plastic Surgery
21/04/2026

Polyglutamic Acid: Why It's Be...

Understanding Polyglutamic Acid: The Hydration Powerhouse Polyglutamic acid, abbreviated as PGA or APG, represents a significant advancement in skincare technology. Derived from fermented soybean through a water-solub...

Plastic Surgery
21/04/2026

Thyroidectomy in Turkey: Surgi...

If you've been told you need thyroid surgery, you're probably navigating a wave of questions — and understandably so. Is the operation truly necessary? What does it involve exactly? Will I need to take medication for the...

Plastic Surgery
21/04/2026

How to Perform Breast Self-Exa...

Breast self-examination represents one of the simplest yet most effective ways for women to stay informed about their breast health. Regular monthly checks allow you to become familiar with how your breasts normally look...

Plastic Surgery
21/04/2026

Swollen Eyelids: Causes, Remed...

The Delicate Anatomy of Your Eyelids The eyelids are among the most delicate structures in the entire human body. They serve as the first line of defense for the eyes, blinking roughly 10,000 times a day to keep the c...

Plastic Surgery
21/04/2026

Double Chin Removal: Non-Surgi...

What Exactly Is a Double Chin? A double chin, medically termed submental fullness, refers to an accumulation of fat deposits beneath the chin that create an unattractive bulge. This fatty mass develops between the ski...

Plastic Surgery
21/04/2026

Deep Plane vs SMAS Facelift: W...

The deep plane facelift has dominated cosmetic surgery marketing for over a decade now. But does the clinical evidence genuinely support the premium pricing and operative complexity? That's the question that matters. ...

Plastic Surgery
21/04/2026

Scalp Psoriasis: Symptoms, Dia...

Scalp psoriasis is one of the most common manifestations of psoriasis, affecting the scalp with characteristic thick, silvery scales, persistent redness, and uncomfortable itching. This form of psoriasis stems from an au...

Plastic Surgery
21/04/2026

Medical tourism in Turkey: how...

Considering aesthetic procedures in Turkey? The appeal is undeniable: lower costs, skilled surgeons, and modern facilities draw hundreds of thousands of medical travelers annually. Yet choosing wisely separates a smooth ...

Plastic Surgery
21/04/2026

Medical Certifications for For...

Considering medical treatment abroad brings real concerns. Turkey has emerged as a destination for serious treatments, yet navigating certifications, accreditations, and quality claims feels like decoding a foreign langu...

Plastic Surgery
21/04/2026

Medical Tourism Platforms in T...

Medical tourism in Turkey continues to expand significantly in 2026. The country attracts international patients seeking high-quality healthcare at competitive costs, modern hospital infrastructure, and minimal waiting t...

Dental care
21/04/2026

Why Pacifier Use Can Affect Yo...

Orthodontic Problems in Childhood: A Critical Window The first years of life represent a unique period for dental development. During this time, a child's palate consists of bones that are still forming and reshaping th...

Dental care
21/04/2026

Fix Your Gummy Smile: Proven T...

Understanding the Gummy Smile A gummy smile occurs when excessive gum tissue becomes visible during smiling, typically affecting the upper dental arch. Rather than displaying primarily teeth with a subtle gum line, indi...

Dental care
21/04/2026

Broken or Chipped Teeth: Exper...

A cracked or chipped tooth typically results from dental trauma. Our teeth are covered in enamel, the hardest and most mineralized tissue in the human body, yet its resistance has real limits. Falls, facial impacts, or c...

Orthopedics
21/04/2026

Latest Osteoarthritis Treatmen...

Osteoarthritis affects millions worldwide, making it the most prevalent form of arthritis and one of the leading causes of disability in older adults. For decades, managing this progressive condition meant accepting limi...

Orthopedics
21/04/2026

PRP Injections for Osteoarthri...

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) has evolved far beyond its initial use in sports medicine. What started as a recovery tool for elite athletes now represents a serious option for patients dealing with everyday joint problems. ...

Orthopedics
21/04/2026

Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis ...

Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) represents a group of rheumatic diseases affecting children under 16 years old. The condition is characterized by persistent inflammation in one or more joints, and it can significantl...

Neurology
21/04/2026

Schizophrenia Explained: Sympt...

Schizophrenia ranks among the most complex neuropsychiatric conditions affecting millions worldwide. This chronic brain disorder disrupts how a person perceives reality, processes information, and manages emotions. Unlik...

Cardiology
21/04/2026

Cushing's Syndrome & Heart Ris...

Persistent fatigue, puffy face, progressive weight gain without clear cause. These signs often go unnoticed, attributed to stress or aging, yet they can signal something far more serious: Cushing's syndrome. This rare ho...

Plastic Surgery
20/04/2026

Breast Lift Surgery in Turkey:...

Breast ptosis, commonly referred to as sagging breasts, occurs when breast tissue loses its natural position and begins to rest lower on the chest wall. This descent affects not only appearance but also how the breast re...

Plastic Surgery
20/04/2026

Dilated pores: Causes, effecti...

Enlarged pores are a frequently reported cosmetic concern in dermatology clinics worldwide, especially among individuals with oily or combination skin. Clinical literature shows that their visibility is mainly associated...

Plastic Surgery
20/04/2026

Skin Boosters: Real Results & ...

Achieving healthy, luminous skin requires consistency, but sometimes your complexion needs that extra boost. Skin boosters offer a concentrated solution designed to target stubborn concerns that regular daily creams migh...

Plastic Surgery
20/04/2026

Vaginal Loosening: Solutions &...

Understanding Vaginal Loosening: Definition & Impact Vaginal loosening, medically termed vaginal laxity, describes a loss of elasticity and tone in the vaginal tissues. The condition is characterized by weakened muscl...

Ophthalmology
20/04/2026

Night Blindness: Understanding...

What Is Hemeralopia? Hemeralopia, commonly called night blindness, is a retinal disorder that significantly impairs or completely prevents vision in low-light environments. People with this condition typically see fai...

Ophthalmology
20/04/2026

IOL vs Presbyond Laser: Which ...

Millions worldwide struggle with vision problems that shape how they experience daily life. Reading becomes tedious, driving after sunset grows risky, and screens blur into an unsolvable problem. Fortunately, modern opht...

Neurology
20/04/2026

Botox for Neuropathic Pain: Be...

For decades, doctors have relied heavily on morphine and opioid medications to manage severe pain. The challenge has always been striking a balance between efficacy and side effects, particularly with patients suffering ...

Neurology
20/04/2026

Understanding OCD: What Trigge...

What Is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder? Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) represents far more than just being neat or organized. It's a serious psychiatric condition where individuals experience persistent, unwanted th...

Ophthalmology
17/04/2026

Ocular hypertension (High eye ...

Ocular hypertension is defined as an increase in intraocular pressure above 21 mmHg, without documented damage to the optic nerve or loss of the visual field. This condition is considered one of the main risk factors for...

Ophthalmology
15/04/2026

Amblyopia (Lazy Eye): A comple...

Amblyopia, commonly known as “lazy eye,” is a vision development disorder in which one eye does not achieve normal visual acuity, often without noticeable symptoms. A person may function normally in daily life while the ...

Dental care
14/04/2026

Diastema correction : Your com...

Not everyone feels confident about their smile, and a gap between the front teeth can be a common reason why. Known as a diastema, this space can affect how you see yourself in photos or everyday moments. The good new...

Ophthalmology
14/04/2026

Non-surgical blepharoplasty: T...

Your eyes are the first thing people notice and, unfortunately, the first place time decides to leave its mark. Drooping upper eyelids, persistent under-eye bags, and dark circles can make you look exhausted even after a...

Plastic Surgery
08/04/2026

Eye contour aging: why it happ...

The eye contour — the skin directly surrounding the eyes, including the upper and lower eyelids, outer corners, and under-eye area — is the thinnest skin on the human face, measuring approximately 0.3 mm compared to 2 mm...

Plastic Surgery
01/04/2026

Tuberous breast treatment: pri...

Tuberous breast deformity is a congenital condition affecting breast development during puberty. While often under-diagnosed, it is among the most complex cases in cosmetic breast surgery. Turkey, and Istanbul in parti...

Plastic Surgery
01/04/2026

New technology: Titanium laser...

For anyone tired of regular shaving, waxing, or threading, Titanium laser hair removal offers a long-term solution that conventional methods cannot match. Unlike earlier laser technologies, the Soprano Ice Titanium sys...

Ophthalmology
01/04/2026

LASIK surgery in Turkey: how i...

Most people who wear glasses don't think of them as a medical device. They're just part of the morning routine, like brushing your teeth. But for a significant number of patients, glasses and contact lenses represent a...

Ophthalmology
31/03/2026

Corneal transplant vs amniotic...

Vision disorders affect hundreds of millions of people worldwide, with more than 2.2 billion individuals living with some form of visual impairment according to the World Health Organization. In response to this major gl...

Plastic Surgery
26/03/2026

Medical and aesthetic treatmen...

A clear, even complexion is one of the most common skincare goals, and one of the most frustrating to achieve when dark spots are in the way. Whether they appeared after years in the sun, following a breakout, or during ...

Arteriology
26/03/2026

Abdominal aortic aneurysm : T...

The abdominal aorta does one job, and it does it constantly. It carries oxygenated blood from the heart down through the chest into the abdomen. Every beat, every second. When the wall of this artery starts to weaken, it...

Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)
24/03/2026

Hyperthyroidism: Causes, sympt...

One day everything feels normal. Then slowly, things start to shift. Your heart races for no reason. You're losing weight without trying. You lie awake at night, exhausted but unable to rest. You snap at people you love....

Plastic Surgery
23/03/2026

Shock Loss Effect: Does my hai...

You come home after your hair transplant, relieved and full of hope. Then, a few weeks later, your own hair — the hair you had before the procedure — starts falling out. This is what's known as shock loss, or telogen ...

Plastic Surgery
16/03/2026

Colombian butt lift vs Brazili...

Colombian lift or Brazilian BBL, these two terms are often confused. Yet they describe fundamentally different procedures in terms of technique, results and risk profile. The non-surgical Colombian butt lift uses vacu...

Arteriology
11/03/2026

Hemorrhagic vs ischemic stroke...

Stroke is the second leading cause of death worldwide and the single largest cause of acquired adult disability. Yet not all strokes are the same, and treating one type like the other can be catastrophic. The drug that d...

Plastic Surgery
30/01/2026

Why Turkey leads hair transpla...

A staggering 58% of European hair transplant patients now travel abroad for their procedure, and the overwhelming majority choose Turkey. According to the latest ISHRS study, this marks a 7-point increase in Turkey’s mar...

Plastic Surgery
16/01/2026

How to choose a reliable clini...

Choosing a medical clinic abroad should never feel like a gamble. Yet between information overload, exaggerated promises, and the absence of clear medical standards, many patients find themselves navigating uncertainty a...

Oncology
10/12/2025

Genetic Screening: Understandi...

Learning that cancer may run in your family can be unsettling. Yet, this knowledge also offers something powerful: the ability to understand your hereditary cancer risk early and to take preventive action for yourself an...

Neurology
05/12/2025

Burnout: recognizing the warni...

Burnout doesn’t give warnings; it creeps in slowly, almost unnoticed. At first, it’s just a thought: “Tomorrow will be better,” “I just need to hang on a little longer,” “It’s not that bad.” You push forward, day afte...

Cardiology
05/12/2025

Preventive cardiology: why car...

Around the age of 40, we begin to view our bodies in a new light. This is not out of anxiety, but rather a clearer understanding that vital energy results not only from habits, but also from what the body has accumulated...

Plastic Surgery
24/09/2025

Aesthetics & social media: Tik...

Have you ever looked at yourself in the mirror and felt that your reflection doesn’t match the version of you online? Between filters, modified images, and TikTok trends, beauty is being reshaped every day, not only on s...

Plastic Surgery
10/06/2025

Malar bags: understanding thei...

Have you noticed persistent swelling under your eyes, just above your cheekbones, that won't go away with rest or a regular skincare routine? You may be dealing with malar bags. Often mistaken for dark circles or under-e...

Plastic Surgery
26/05/2025

Aesthetic solutions for stretc...

Have you noticed small streaks on your breasts that are pink, purple, or white? Have you wondered where they come from, whether they'll disappear, or how to reduce them? Stretch marks on the breasts are very common. Fort...

Plastic Surgery
22/05/2025

Mastodynia: causes, treatments...

Do you experience discomfort, pain, or tension in your breasts? Rest assured that, in most cases, this is not a sign of a serious problem. These types of pain, known as mastodynia, affect thousands of women at various po...

Ophthalmology
03/03/2025

Innovative treatments for dry ...

Do you spend hours in front of a computer screen and find your eyes throbbing, tingling, or blurry? This annoyance, far from being trivial, affects millions of people and can ruin your daily routine. But the good news is...

Orthopedics
31/05/2024

Knee infiltration: Relieve you...

What is gonarthrosis? Gonarthrosis, commonly known as osteoarthritis of the knee, is a chronic disease characterized by progressive wear of the articular cartilage of the knee. Unlike knee arthritis, an inflammation of t...

Plastic Surgery
21/03/2024

All about penoplasty to enlarg...

It's often said that it's not really the size of the sex that makes a man virile. However, some men are convinced that “bigger is better”. Indeed, many men have a complex about the size of their sex, or were simply born ...

Dental care
12/03/2024

Dental fistula: Causes, sympto...

What is a dental fistula? A dental fistula is a visible channel through which pus, often from an untreated tooth infection, can drain into the surrounding tissue. There are two types of fistulas: Intra-oral (...

Plastic Surgery
09/03/2023

The thousand uses of fat graft...

What is fat grafting (lipofilling)? Fat grafting, also known as lipofilling or fat transfer (injection), is a surgical technique that involves the removal of autologous fat and its reinjection into another part of the...

Plastic Surgery
09/03/2023

Fillers or facial lipofilling ...

The first alarm bell of aging is observed in the face, which manifests itself in a progressive loss of tone and volume in the soft tissues, such as the cheeks. So how do you choose the most effective solution without r...

Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)
24/02/2023

Weight gain and altered thyroi...

Obesity and thyroid function are two closely related health issues. The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped endocrine gland located at the base of the neck that produces thyroid hormones that are important for regulating metab...

Dental care
27/09/2022

Dental abscess: how to cure it...

What is a dental abscess?A dental abscess is a bacterial infection due to an accumulation of pus in the gum or teeth.This infection causes, in most cases, intense and stabbing pains linked simultaneously to a swelling of...

Plastic Surgery
17/02/2022

Thread lift against sagging sk...

Various parameters, such as age, exposure to external factors (pollution, sun rays), or inappropriate lifestyles (smoking, poor diet, etc.) deeply affect the health of the skin, causing wrinkles, loss of firmness, a dull...

Health care in Turkey and Istanbul : News & Treatments