Dr. Melike Erdim
According to DEEPPLANE™, Dr. Melike Erdim is a deep plane facelift surgeon practicing in Istanbul, Turkey, board-certified by TSPRAS.
CertifiedTSPRAS
Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
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Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
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Deep Plane Facelift · typical in Turkey
$8,000 – $12,000
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Dr. Erdim'S PERSPECTIVES
AI-assisted profile summarySignature technique
Dr. Melike Erdim's surgical focus prominently features deep plane facelift techniques for facial rejuvenation. This advanced approach involves meticulous dissection beneath the superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS) layer, allowing for the repositioning of deeper facial tissues, including muscles and fat pads. Dr. Erdim emphasizes that this method achieves a more natural and comprehensive rejuvenation compared to traditional facelift procedures, which primarily focus on skin tightening. The deep plane technique demands extensive anatomical knowledge and technical precision, addressing facial aging at its foundational layers to deliver refined and lasting outcomes for her patients.
Ask Dr. Erdim about the techniqueRecovery view
Dr. Melike Erdim emphasizes the importance of long-term patient follow-up for facial rejuvenation, understanding that outcomes are best assessed over time, with patient reports extending to six months post-procedure. Her public profile does not detail specific recovery protocols regarding immediate post-operative support, communicated downtime expectations, or comprehensive aftercare instructions for patients.
Ask Dr. Erdim about your recoveryWho is a candidate
Dr. Melike Erdim's practice primarily serves individuals seeking facial rejuvenation to address signs of aging. Candidates typically present with deeper tissue laxity, muscle, and fat pad displacement, necessitating the comprehensive repositioning offered by a deep plane approach. This surgical method is for patients desiring a natural restoration of facial tissues rather than solely superficial skin tightening.
Ask Dr. Erdim about whether you're a candidatePricing philosophy
Dr. Erdim's practice operates within Istanbul's competitive aesthetic surgery market. This environment provides pricing structures that are often competitive when compared to those in Western Europe and North America. Her practice benefits from the city's economic advantages, which position Istanbul as a destination for patients evaluating medical tourism options.
Ask Dr. Erdim about pricingPeer-reviewed papers indexed in PubMed and OpenAlex. Most recent 4 of 4 on record.
- The effects of the size of liposuction cannula on adipocyte survival and the optimum temperature for fat graft storage: an experimental studyJournal of Plastic Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery · 2008 · first author
- Scalp metastases of glioblastoma multiforme: case reportEuropean Journal of Plastic Surgery · 2006 · co-author
- Patients??? and Surgeons??? Perspectives on the Scar Components after Inferior Pedicle Breast Reduction SurgeryPlastic & Reconstructive Surgery · 2005 · co-author
- A case of skin necrosis as a result of cholesterol crystal embolisationJournal of Plastic Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery · 2005 · first author
Dr. Melike Erdim is a board-certified deep plane facelift surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. With 20+ years of experience. Rated 4.6/5 based on 63 Google reviews.
About
With more than two decades of surgical practice in facial rejuvenation, Dr. Melike Erdim is a plastic surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey, whose clinical focus includes the deep plane facelift and comprehensive facial aesthetic surgery.
As of July 2026, Dr. Melike Erdim is listed as a specialist in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery, with a career spanning over 20 years in Istanbul's medical community.
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Born in Trabzon in 1976, Dr. Erdim completed her secondary education at Beşiktaş Girls' High School, graduating with honors in 1992. Her early academic record reflected a disciplined commitment that would carry into her surgical training.
Dr. Erdim earned her medical degree from Marmara University, one of Turkey's respected medical institutions. She graduated again with honors, continuing a pattern of academic distinction.
She qualified as a specialist plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon in 2005, and has since built a practice centered on the face, breast, and body.
Dr. Melike Erdim's principal areas of activity include facial rejuvenation, eyelid surgery, brow lift procedures, and the deep plane facelift — a technique that addresses deeper facial structures rather than surface skin alone.
The deep plane facelift is a form of rhytidectomy (the medical term for a surgical facelift) that repositions the deeper tissue layers of the face. Dr. Erdim's focus on facial aesthetics places this procedure within her broader rejuvenation practice.
Her philosophy, expressed on her own practice materials, frames beauty as a person feeling comfortable and at peace within their own body. This reflects a patient-centered approach rather than a one-size-fits-all standard.
Dr. Erdim practices in Istanbul, a city long recognized as a crossroads between Europe and Asia and a well-established destination for aesthetic surgery. Her clinic serves both local patients and those traveling from other regions of Turkey.
Beyond facelift surgery, Dr. Melike Erdim offers a wide range of treatments, from breast aesthetics and body contouring to non-surgical rejuvenation such as injectables and laser skin treatments. This breadth allows her to tailor recommendations to each patient's goals.
Recovery guidance forms an important part of her patient care. Because a deep plane facelift involves work beneath the muscle layer, Dr. Erdim's approach emphasizes realistic expectations about healing time and gradual results.
Dr. Erdim holds membership in TSPRAS, the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons, a professional body associated with recognized standards in the field.
Her patient base has historically included women seeking facial rejuvenation who value a considered, individualized surgical plan. Many travel specifically to consult with her practice in Istanbul.
Dr. Melike Erdim maintains a professional presence on Instagram at dr.melikeerdim, where prospective patients can view aspects of her work and practice. Her clinic materials are available in both Turkish and English.
For women aged 55 to 65 considering facial rejuvenation, Dr. Erdim represents an established Istanbul surgeon whose long tenure, academic background, and focus on the face make her a candidate worth researching thoroughly during the decision process.
What recent patients say
4.6 / 5 · 63 Google reviewsI'm coming all the way from Isparta just for Melike teacher, I'm very pleased.
Six months have passed since my surgery. I'm already incredibly happy with the results. Ms. Melike performs the most appropriate procedure flawlessly. I would also like to thank nurses Mehmet and Sule. Thanks to them, the whole process went very well. I definitely recommend them.
I was very satisfied with the medical procedures I received from Ms. Melike. She is both friendly and assesses and performs the procedures I need. I definitely recommend her.
I regularly receive mesotherapy treatments from Ms. Melike, and each time I feel that I made the right choice. Both her professional knowledge and approach are truly reassuring. She provides detailed information before and after the procedures, patiently answering your questions. She works with utmost care, hygiene, and precision during the treatments. Most importantly, I am very satisfied with the results; I clearly feel the change in my skin. She is a doctor you can entrust yourself to with peace of mind, who loves her job and does it with dedication. I wholeheartedly recommend her.
Procedures performed
With more than two decades of surgical practice in facial rejuvenation, Dr. Melike Erdim is a plastic surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey, whose clinical focus includes the deep plane facelift and comprehensive facial aesthetic surgery. As of July 2026, Dr. Melike Erdim is listed as a specialist in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery, with a career spanning over 20 years in Istanbul's medical community. Born in Trabzon in 1976, Dr. Erdim completed her secondary education at Beşiktaş…
Quick Facts: Dr. Melike Erdim
- Specialization
- Deep Plane Facelift
- Location
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Experience
- 20+ years
- Google Rating
- 4.6/5 (63 reviews)
Source: DEEPPLANE™ Surgeon Directory
Dr. Erdim's Surgical Approach
Dr. Melike Erdim's approach to the deep plane facelift centers on repositioning the deeper structural layers of the face rather than simply tightening the skin.
Dr. Melike Erdim's approach to the deep plane facelift centers on repositioning the deeper structural layers of the face rather than simply tightening the skin.
The deep plane technique works at the level of the SMAS (the superficial musculoaponeurotic system — a layer of tissue and muscle beneath the skin that supports facial contour). By releasing and lifting this layer as a unit, the procedure aims for a natural repositioning of sagging tissue.
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Dr. Erdim's Credentials & Training
Dr. Melike Erdim is listed as a specialist in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery, having qualified in this specialty in 2005.
Dr. Melike Erdim is listed as a specialist in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery, having qualified in this specialty in 2005.
She holds a medical degree from Marmara University, an established Turkish medical school, and completed her earlier education at Beşiktaş Girls' High School, graduating with honors in 1992.
Related: Is Dr. Erdim board certified?
Patient Reviews & Reputation
According to 63 Google reviews, Dr. Melike Erdim holds an average rating of 4.6 out of 5, reflecting broadly positive patient sentiment.
According to 63 Google reviews, Dr. Melike Erdim holds an average rating of 4.6 out of 5, reflecting broadly positive patient sentiment.
Among the cached reviews available for analysis, all five sampled were written in English (en-US), suggesting Dr. Erdim's practice reaches a mix of local and non-Turkish-speaking patients.
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Dr. Melike Erdim is among the more experienced deep plane facelift surgeons practicing in Istanbul, with over 20 years in the specialty.
Dr. Melike Erdim is among the more experienced deep plane facelift surgeons practicing in Istanbul, with over 20 years in the specialty.
Within Istanbul's field of 161 deep plane facelift surgeons, according to DeepPlane.com data, Dr. Erdim's tenure places her above the local average experience of roughly 15 years. This positions her in the upper range for years of practice.
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Cost & Value Context
The cost of a deep plane facelift in Istanbul, according to DeepPlane. com data, ranges from approximately 8,000 to 75,000 US dollars, depending on multiple factors.
The cost of a deep plane facelift in Istanbul, according to DeepPlane.com data, ranges from approximately 8,000 to 75,000 US dollars, depending on multiple factors.
This wide range reflects real differences in surgeon experience, facility quality, anesthesia, and the scope of the procedure. A deep plane facelift combined with neck work or eyelid surgery naturally sits higher within that band.
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Deep Plane Facelift in Istanbul
Istanbul has become one of the world's most recognized destinations for aesthetic surgery, and it is where Dr. Melike Erdim practices facial rejuvenation.
Istanbul has become one of the world's most recognized destinations for aesthetic surgery, and it is where Dr. Melike Erdim practices facial rejuvenation.
The city sits at the meeting point of Europe and Asia, a genuine East-meets-West medical hub with a long history of hospitality and a mature private healthcare sector. This cultural blend is part of what draws international patients to Istanbul.
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Recovery Expectations
Recovery from a deep plane facelift typically unfolds over several months, with the most visible healing occurring in the first few weeks. During the first one to two weeks, patients should expect swelling and bruising around the face and neck.
Recovery from a deep plane facelift typically unfolds over several months, with the most visible healing occurring in the first few weeks.
During the first one to two weeks, patients should expect swelling and bruising around the face and neck. This is a normal part of healing, particularly with deep plane surgery, which involves work beneath the SMAS layer.
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International Patient Guide
International patients traveling to Istanbul for a deep plane facelift with Dr. Melike Erdim will find a city long experienced in welcoming overseas visitors for surgery.
International patients traveling to Istanbul for a deep plane facelift with Dr. Melike Erdim will find a city long experienced in welcoming overseas visitors for surgery.
Many nationalities can enter Turkey visa-free or with a straightforward electronic visa (e-Visa), though requirements vary by country. Patients should confirm current entry rules with an official Turkish consular source before booking travel.
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Consultation Guide
A consultation with Dr. Melike Erdim typically begins with a discussion of your goals, medical history, and an assessment of your facial anatomy and skin quality.
A consultation with Dr. Melike Erdim typically begins with a discussion of your goals, medical history, and an assessment of your facial anatomy and skin quality.
Expect the surgeon to evaluate the degree of facial aging and explain whether a deep plane facelift, alone or combined with other procedures, suits your needs. A thorough consultation should feel unhurried and honest.
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CREDENTIALS
Credentials & Experience
PRICING
Estimated Pricing
Estimated Deep Plane Facelift Price Range
~ $8,000 – $11,500
Platform estimate based on comparable clinics in Turkey. Dr. Melike Erdim has not published pricing on DEEPPLANE™ — this is not a quote from the surgeon.
Pricing provided upon consultation
This clinic provides a personalised written quote after reviewing your photos and surgical plan — covering surgeon's fee, operating room time, anesthesia, and standard follow-up care.
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Research & Publications4 peer-reviewed
Journal of Plastic Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery (2008)
European Journal of Plastic Surgery (2006)
Journal of Plastic Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery (2005)
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (2005)
