Patient guide
How to Choose Your Surgeon
Choosing the right surgeon is one of the most important decisions for a safe gluteal implant result. Buttock implant surgery is performed routinely by relatively few plastic surgeons — so it pays to know what to look for and which questions to ask.
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Six key factors
What to look for in a surgeon
Specialist training
Choose a specialist in plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery, and check membership of recognised professional societies.
Experience with this procedure
Gluteal implant surgery is a specialised operation. Ask how often the surgeon performs it and how they select and place the implant.
Hospital & anaesthesia
Surgery should take place in a fully equipped hospital, with an experienced anaesthesia team monitoring you throughout the operation.
An honest consultation
A good surgeon explains the risks, sets realistic expectations and takes time to answer every question — including whether implants are the right option for you at all.
Photos & reviews
Before-and-after photos show a surgeon’s aesthetic style; reviews tell you about communication and care. Read them with an open mind — every body is different.
Aftercare & clear costs
Ask what follow-up is included during your stay and after you return home, and get a clear, all-inclusive quote before you book.
Your consultation
Questions to ask your surgeon
About the surgeon & the plan
· How much experience do you have with buttock implant surgery?
· Are there alternatives I should consider, such as fat transfer or a hybrid approach?
· Which implant size, shape and placement do you recommend for me, and why?
· Can I see before-and-after photos of your previous implant patients?
· What result can I realistically expect?
About safety & recovery
· What are the risks, and how are complications managed if they occur?
· What type of anaesthesia is used, and who monitors me during surgery?
· Where will the operation take place?
· What does recovery look like, and which follow-up visits are included?
· What is the total cost, and what does it include?
Take notes during the consultation so you can compare answers calmly when making your decision.
Before and after
Preparing for surgery
Physical readiness
Follow your surgeon’s instructions before surgery — stop smoking, avoid certain medications and supplements as advised, and keep a stable, healthy weight.
Mental readiness
Recovery takes several weeks. Understand the restrictions after surgery, plan time off work, and keep your expectations realistic.
Long-term care
Attend your check-ups, protect the area from trauma, and contact your surgeon promptly if you notice swelling, redness, pain or any change in shape.
Your surgeon
Why patients choose Dr. Izmirli
Specialist plastic surgeon
Specialist in plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery. Member of ISAPS, ASPS (International Member), TPRECD and the Turkish Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
Focused on gluteal implants
A focused interest in gluteal implant surgery — a procedure that relatively few surgeons perform routinely.
Safety first
Surgery under general anaesthesia in a fully equipped hospital, with an experienced anaesthesia team and one night of in-hospital monitoring.
Personal care from start to finish
You meet Dr. Izmirli before surgery and he performs your operation himself. An English-speaking coordinator supports you throughout your stay, with online follow-ups once you are home.
Meet your surgeon online
Send your questions and a few photos on WhatsApp. Dr. Izmirli will review your goals, answer your questions about his experience and approach, and explain whether gluteal implants are right for you — with no obligation.
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