Istanbul · International patients
Revision Rhinoplasty in Turkey with Dr. Gülsüm Barutcu is a general-anaesthesia procedure performed in a fully accredited private hospital in Istanbul, Turkey. Dr. Barutcu is a board-certified female plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon and an ISAPS member. The procedure involves a 1–2 nights hospital stay; most international patients stay 7–10 days in Istanbul.
Corrective nose surgery for patients let down by a previous rhinoplasty.
Revision rhinoplasty is among the most challenging procedures in plastic surgery — scar tissue, weakened structure and altered anatomy demand a surgeon with deep technical reserves. Dr. Barutcu specialises in complex revision cases using rib, septal and conchal cartilage to rebuild both function and aesthetics.
Duration
4–6 hours
Anaesthesia
General
Hospital stay
1–2 nights
Recovery
Splint 7–10 days · Social downtime 14 days
Results
Visible at 6 months · Final at 18 months
Benefits
Who is a candidate?
Surgical technique
Revision cases almost always require additional cartilage. Septal cartilage is preferred; conchal (ear) cartilage and costal (rib) cartilage are used when septal is depleted. The open approach gives maximum visualisation and control.
When the primary surgery left you with aesthetic dissatisfaction (over-rotation, polly beak, asymmetry, pinching) or functional issues (collapsed valves, breathing obstruction). Wait at least 12 months after primary surgery before revising.
Scar tissue, depleted cartilage, altered anatomy and unpredictable healing make every revision unique. Dr. Barutcu plans each case with 3D imaging and a detailed reconstruction strategy.
Online consultation includes review of your previous operative report (if available). Stay 10–12 days in Istanbul. Lifetime WhatsApp follow-up with the surgeon.
FAQ
Most international revision rhinoplasty patients stay 7–10 days in Istanbul, allowing time for pre-op consultation, surgery, post-operative checks and the first stage of recovery before flying home.
Yes — revision rhinoplasty is performed in a fully accredited private Istanbul hospital with a board-certified anaesthesia team and full ICU support if needed.
Return to work after 14 days. Final results take longer than primary rhinoplasty — be patient through 12–18 months.
Results are long-lasting and natural. Ageing continues, but the structural improvements achieved are designed to age with you gracefully.
Pre-op tests, surgery, hospital stay, medications, garments, VIP airport transfers, luxury hotel accommodation, translator support and follow-up care via WhatsApp with Dr. Barutcu.
Plan for 7-10 days in Istanbul. Day 1 is your face-to-face consultation and pre-operative tests, surgery follows on day 2, your hospital stay is 1–2 nights, and the remaining days cover dressing changes, drain removal and a final check with Dr. Barutcu before you fly home.
Splint 7–10 days · Social downtime 14 days. Swelling and bruising settle over the first 2-3 weeks; most patients feel socially presentable within 10-14 days and return to full activity gradually under Dr. Barutcu's guidance.
Most patients are cleared to fly 7-10 days after surgery, once drains are removed and the wounds are healing well. On the flight you wear your compression garment, walk every hour and stay well hydrated to reduce clot risk.
It is not mandatory - our team handles airport transfers, hospital admission, translation and hotel check-in - but a companion is recommended for the first 48 hours after surgery, especially for combined body procedures.
Follow-up continues directly with Dr. Barutcu on WhatsApp: you send photos at week 1, week 4, month 3 and month 6, and receive guidance on scar care, compression garments, massage and returning to sport.
Begin
Book a free online consultation with Dr. Barutcu. We respond within one business day with a personalised surgical plan and transparent quote.