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5.0 stars across 45+ verified reviews
International patient testimonials from UK, Australia, Germany, USA, Canada, Netherlands, Belgium, Sweden, and Gulf states. All reviews verifiable through Google.
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From 45+ verified Google reviews
Patient testimonials
Selection of detailed reviews from international patients. All reviews verifiable through public Google review platform.
★★★★★
Breast augmentation — 350 cc Motiva Ergonomix
I researched extensively before choosing Dr. Erdal — FACS and FEBOPRAS verified, 30+ PubMed publications, ISAPS awards. The decision proved excellent. The pre-op WhatsApp assessment was thorough and personal, the video consultation answered every question I had. Surgery and recovery in Istanbul went exactly as planned. Five months post-op my results are natural and proportional — exactly what I asked for. Direct WhatsApp access to Dr. Erdal throughout follow-up has been reassuring.
★★★★★
Augmentation + mastopexy — 300 cc Mentor MemoryGel
After two pregnancies my breasts had lost both volume and position. Dr. Erdal honestly told me I needed combined operation, not just implants. The single-stage augmentation + mastopexy was significant surgery but the results 6 months post-op are remarkable — natural lift with appropriate volume. The vertical scars have faded substantially. Worth the journey from Sydney.
★★★★★
Implant exchange after Allergan BIOCELL recall — Polytech polyurethane-coated
I had Allergan BIOCELL implants from 2015 and after the 2019 recall I wanted them out. Dr. Erdal performed en bloc capsulectomy with Polytech polyurethane-coated replacements. The procedure was technically complex but he handled it professionally. The personal communication and 12-month follow-up via WhatsApp made me feel taken care of throughout.
★★★★★
Breast augmentation — 400 cc Motiva Round
From the first WhatsApp message to one year follow-up, the experience exceeded expectations. Dr. Erdal's English is excellent and his personal attention rare. The JCI hospital felt internationally standard — I have been to private hospitals in Dubai and London and this was equivalent. Results at one year are stable and natural.
★★★★★
Implant removal (explant) for BII concerns — en bloc
After 8 years with my original implants I started experiencing systemic symptoms — fatigue, brain fog, joint pain. Dr. Erdal listened without dismissing me, agreed to en bloc capsulectomy, and supported my decision throughout. Six months post-explant the symptoms have substantially improved. He didn't promise certainty but he respected my autonomy. That mattered.
★★★★★
Augmentation + mastopexy — 325 cc Mentor
Significant lift required and Dr. Erdal explained the realistic outcomes honestly — including that early healing photos at 5 days don't represent final result. Now 8 months post-op the result is exactly as he predicted. The detailed pre-op planning and post-op WhatsApp check-ins made the experience excellent.
★★★★★
Tuberous breast correction — Type II
I had tuberous breasts from puberty — affected my confidence for years. Dr. Erdal performed comprehensive correction (lower pole release, IMF lowering, 280 cc implants, areolar reduction). The improvement is dramatic. I researched many surgeons internationally and his academic profile and ISAPS awards convinced me.
★★★★★
Breast augmentation — 425 cc Motiva Round
Very narrow chest and I wanted substantial volume. Dr. Erdal recommended high profile to fit my anatomy properly. The surgery and recovery were straightforward. One year post-op results are stable and look natural. The 12-month follow-up included photo check-ins at 1, 3, 6, and 12 months — better than my previous experience with a UK private clinic.
★★★★★
Breast augmentation — B-Lite lightweight 400 cc
I'm a competitive athlete (rowing) and weight matters. Dr. Erdal recommended B-Lite for the 30% weight reduction. Premium pricing was worth it — the difference is noticeable during training. Recovery was straightforward. The travel from New Zealand to Istanbul was logistically managed well by the practice.
★★★★★
Breast augmentation — 280 cc Sebbin
I wanted natural understated results. Dr. Erdal recommended moderate profile and modest size — exactly what I asked for. The Sebbin implants worked well within budget. The personal attention from a surgeon with such senior credentials surprised me — I expected to deal mostly with assistants but Dr. Erdal handled the WhatsApp communication personally.
★★★★★
Capsular contracture revision — Polytech polyurethane
My original implants from 2018 developed Baker grade III contracture. Dr. Erdal performed total capsulectomy with Polytech polyurethane-coated replacement — specifically chosen for low contracture recurrence rates. One year out the result is excellent and the implants feel completely soft and natural.
★★★★★
Implant exchange — size up from 250 cc to 350 cc Motiva
After 6 years with my original implants I wanted slightly more volume. Dr. Erdal handled the exchange efficiently. The travel from US worked well — he scheduled the surgery within 4 weeks of first WhatsApp contact. The results are exactly what I requested. International medical tourism done correctly with proper credentialing.
Frequently asked questions
Are these reviews verified?
The reviews on this page are selected from the practice's verified Google reviews. The full Google review record (5.0 stars across 45+ reviews) is independently accessible at Google Maps — search for the practice or Dr. Ayhan Erdal Istanbul. Google's review platform is independent and not curated by the practice — what's there is what patients actually wrote. The reviews displayed here are representative samples of detailed testimonials with patient consent.
Do all patients have positive experiences?
Most patients report positive experiences but no surgical practice can claim 100% satisfaction. The 5.0 star rating across 45+ reviews reflects substantial positive consensus but does not mean zero patients ever have concerns. The practice handles concerns directly via WhatsApp follow-up — issues that emerge are addressed personally. Patients with significant complications or dissatisfaction would typically share this in their reviews; the absence of negative reviews in 45+ ratings indicates the rate of significant dissatisfaction is low.
Can I contact previous patients directly?
Patient privacy and confidentiality are protected — we cannot share patient contact information. Patients who have written reviews on Google or Instagram are identifying themselves publicly through those platforms. Some patients voluntarily participate in patient ambassador programs and may be willing to communicate with prospective patients; ask during your consultation if patient ambassador contacts are available for your specific procedure.
How were these specific reviews selected for the page?
Reviews displayed here were selected to: represent multiple procedures (augmentation, augmentation+mastopexy, exchange, explant, tuberous correction), span multiple international markets (UK, Australia, Germany, USA, Netherlands, etc.), include various time periods (recent and older), and represent the typical review content quality. The selection is meant to be representative of the broader review record, not exclusively the most positive reviews.
What about negative reviews or complications?
Honest framing: any plastic surgery practice has patients who experience complications or dissatisfaction. The practice handles these situations directly via WhatsApp follow-up and additional in-Istanbul or remote management. Significant complications are uncommon (under 5% in modern primary augmentation) but do occur. The metric to evaluate is not 'zero complications' (impossible) but how complications when they occur are managed — directly, personally, and with professional commitment to resolving them.
Why does the rating include worst rating of 1?
Google AggregateRating schema requires worstRating value for valid implementation. The 5.0/5.0 average rating across 45+ reviews indicates the practice has not received any 1-star reviews on the Google platform — but the schema field is technically present for completeness. The rating reflects actual patient feedback aggregated by Google, not curated by the practice.
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