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Sarah's "Painless" Awake Facelift JourneyPatient Testimonial

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Sarah’s “Painless” Awake Facelift Journey

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"I Would Choose Turkey Over the UK":  A UK Patient's "Painless" Awake Facelift Journey

"I have had surgery back in the UK however I would choose turkey over the UK."

Sarah’s journey from the UK was not a guess; it was a deliberate, comparative analysis. As a discerning patient who has already undergone surgery back in the UK, her standards for E-E-A-T (Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trustworthiness) were exceptionally high. Her extensive research led her to AKM Clinic for two primary reasons: first, the “so natural” results she observed, which perfectly matched her goal of looking “refreshed,” not “done.” Second, the confirmation that our surgeons are “board certified,” providing a level of professional assurance she demanded. This evidence-based approach gave her the confidence to choose Turkey over her home country’s options—a decision she now “100%” endorses.
Now six months post-procedure, Sarah’s results are a powerful testament to our surgical philosophy. Her Deep Plane Facelift (along with a Temporal Lift and Upper Eyelid Surgery) was performed under local anesthesia – our advanced “Awake” technique. She describes her recovery as “a lot easier” than she ever anticipated, emphasizing that the process “didn’t hurt whatsoever.” In fact, she “only took painkillers for probably one day.” This pain-free recovery is a direct result of our minimally invasive, expert-led approach. Today, she is “over the moon” with her “absolutely amazing” outcome: her scars have “already healed,” and she looks exactly as she’d hoped—like herself, just “probably about 10 years ago.”

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Jammal Canada

I have had face and neck lift with AKM Clinic they have been so good to me and my operation went so smoothly🥰 i would like to thank my doctor here and also to the team 💐

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Ava Canada

Thank you AKM Clinic for giving me my confidence back! Had facelift + temporal lift 3 months ago and the outcome is already stunning. Special thanks to Hande!

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Jakayla USA

Had a deep plane facelift and lower eyelid procedure at AKM Clinic 7 months ago. The results are fantastic - very subtle and natural. I didn’t expect the entire experience to be so comfortable. Hande managed everything and kept in contact even after I returned to USA. I’m beyond pleased with the outcome and the care I received. Would do it again in a heartbeat!

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Barbara United Kingdom

It has been 4 months since my surgery. Everything is great, The most important thing is l love the way l look, l look exactly how l wanted. Meaning l look natural, just almost 40 years younger. I pulled Facebook - majority voted 37ys. I also had face, neck, chest, and hands CO2 laser. My skin is flawless.

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Lisa Canada

I had a face, neck and arm lift at AKM. I’m just over 4 weeks post and couldn’t be happier with the results. The entire experience was wonderful! My coordinator, Khadija made me feel comfortable from beginning to end! I highly recommend AKM and will definitely go back for other procedures!

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Julie USA

I am beyond grateful I went with AKM Clinic for my deep plane face and neck lift, upper eyelid, and co2 laser. Dr. Akif has magic hands and my results are truly incredible! I came from the US and assistant Emine was the best in assuring every detail was coordinated and communicated with me beyond my expectations every step of the way. 10 out of 10 to the entire team! I couldn’t be more pleased!

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