Answers to All Your Questions About Penile Enlargement in Turkey

What Does Penis Enlargement Surgery Offer?

The desire to correct the shape or length of the penis may be related to the quality of one's personal life or the need to fix a congenital or acquired defect. Urologists and surgeons at Turkish medical centers have sufficient expertise in solving all these problems. The main thing is to have a smart approach when choosing specialists and to understand all the nuances. Such operations require preparation and full patient education to form realistic expectations.

Fun fact. The longest recorded penis size in the world belongs to Roberto Esquivel Cabrera, a Mexican man. His organ is about 18.9 inches (48 cm) long. But this is not the result of surgery, but a rare natural anomaly that creates a lot of problems for Roberto. At the age of 55, the man was even granted a disability.

In medical articles from the Journal of Sexual Medicine and British Journal of Urology International, men's attention is focused on the safety of surgical interventions. Therefore, each step must be coordinated with specialized doctors, taking into account the patient's individual health assessment. Turkish doctors adhere to these international standards, which guarantees a good result without negative consequences.

What Is the Cost of Penile Enlargement Surgery in Turkey?

Turkish clinics offer penile enlargement surgery for approximately $3,000–$10,000. The final cost in Turkey can depend on the type and extent of the operation. Some medical centers offer service packages that include pre-operative examinations, a consultation with a plastic surgeon, anesthesia, and up to a 2-day hospital stay.

In the United States, a procedure to change the penis length will cost 3 times more than in Turkey. In the United Kingdom, a similar service costs 2 times more.

How Much Can You Change Your Penis Size?

Surgical penile elongation with a ligamentoctomy can increase length by 0.5–2 inches (approximately 1.27–5.08 cm) in a flaccid state. The effect on erected length is insignificant, as an erection depends on blood flow. Such data are published in the official Policy Statement on Penile Augmentation Surgery.

During liposuction of the pubic bone area (in case of excessive body weight), the so-called "hidden penis" can be released. This allows for an increase in the member’s length of up to 2 inches (about 5 cm).

Increasing the circumference of the penis by injecting your own fat (lipofilling) is possible by 0.5–1.5 inches (1.27–3.81 cm) in girth. However, the results may be unstable due to the absorption of fat cells.

An increase in girth after the injection of hyaluronic acid can reach up to 1 inch (2.54 cm). This non-surgical method provides temporary results for a period of 6–18 months and requires repeated injections.

Surgery for a penile implant is not limited by a maximum permissible length. Phalloplasty is primarily aimed at restoring the anatomical appearance of the organ. For the average man, the implant size corresponds to the pre-operative length of the stretched penis. At the same time, adjustments are possible depending on the type of implant and the man's individual wishes.

The percentage by which a man's genital organ can be changed:

• Thickening (circumference increase) — up to 50% of the original state.
• Surgical elongation — 30% of the original length.

What Are the Success Rates and Guarantees for the Surgery?

The main quality indicators that men should pay attention to when choosing a clinic:

• Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation. This is the gold standard in global healthcare. Obtaining a JCI certificate requires hospitals to strictly adhere to protocols for infection control, risk management, procedure standardization, staff training, and continuous improvement in service quality. This guarantees patient safety during anesthesia and surgery, and ensures proper post-operative care.
• Modern equipment and technologies in medical centers. High-quality hospital equipment makes it possible to perform operations with greater accuracy and reduce the intervention time. Doctors can use less invasive techniques, which shortens recovery time, reduces pain, and lowers the risk of complications.
• Qualifications of specialized doctors. Many Turkish specialists were educated in Europe or the USA. They have become members of professional organizations such as the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) or the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (TPCD). Membership in professional associations indicates a continuous improvement in qualifications and adherence to ethical standards.

Medical ethics and a scientific approach require the urological surgeon to fully inform the patient. In the case of penis enlargement, the results may vary. A true increase is not always what the patient thinks it is, especially if their expectations are formed from unverified sources. The discussion helps a man make an informed decision and be satisfied with his results. To do this, you can get a free consultation and arrange an online meeting with a Turkish surgeon.

What Are the Best Clinics in Turkey for Penis Enlargement Surgery?

Memorial Bahçelievler the approach to male intimate surgery goes beyond standard measurements. Here, they understand that a request for penile enlargement is often a reflection of deeper needs: increasing self-esteem, restoring harmony in intimate life, or correction after other treatments.

Memorial Şişli Hospital is part of the large Memorial Healthcare Group clinic network, which is known for its high standards and wide range of medical services. The departments of urology, aesthetic, plastic, and reconstructive surgery offer modern solutions for men who want to correct the size or shape of their manhood, as well as for the treatment of functional problems.

Hisar Hospital Intercontinental is positioned as a clinic that combines medical excellence, modern technology, and patient-centered service. The clinic's specialists provide all types of urological services, covering both functional and aesthetic problems of men's health. The urology department performs surgeries related to penile surgery, including penoplasty.

Acıbadem Healthcare Group is a medical giant that offers advanced surgical methods not only in Turkey but also in other countries. The urology and plastic surgery departments of the clinic network implement only modern approaches. A unique environment has been created here for the comfortable treatment of patients with a personalized approach.

What Surgeons Can You Contact for Penis Enlargement?

At Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, Professor Basri Cakiroglu works. The doctor specializes in urology and andrology for more than 30 years. Most often, he performs penile enlargement surgery by dissecting the ligament connecting the penis to the pubic bone, which allows the hidden part of the organ to be released.

Among the surgeons at Hisar Hospital, Dr. Hasan Sahin is popular with foreign patients. He is a certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon. Among his specializations, in addition to facial, breast, and body plastics, genital surgery for men is also performed.

Professor Gürhan Özcan is one of the leading plastic surgeons at Istanbul Aesthetic Clinic. The doctor performs procedures for penis enlargement in Turkey. He has more than 35 years of experience in aesthetic medicine.

What Is the Most Popular Method for Penile Enlargement Surgery?

For “uncovering” the hidden length, the most common and proven surgical technique is a ligamentoctomy. What is it? A man’s penis is not entirely on the outside. Part of it (about 30–50%) is hidden inside the body, attached to the pubic bone by the so-called suspensory ligament. During a ligamentoctomy, a surgeon cuts this ligament. This allows the hidden part of the organ to come out, visually lengthening it.

What's the result? The length or girth of the organ itself does not change, but its visible part increases. This means that surgeons do not work directly with erectile tissues. This makes it possible to increase the length by 2–6 cm depending on individual anatomy.

The Use of Implants in Genital Surgery

Surgeries using penile implants (prosthetics) are used in men who cannot maintain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse. This method is suitable for patients who have had an illness or received an injury to the penis.

According to information published on the medical portal PubMed, the implantation of a prosthetic device does not affect orgasmic function.

Who Are Penile Implants For?

Penile implants are typically considered a last resort treatment for men who:

• Suffer from erectile dysfunction that does not respond to medication.
• Have chronic diseases that affect erection (diabetes, neurological disorders).
• Have a history of Peyronie's disease — a condition in which scar tissue forms in the penis, causing a painful erection and curvature of the member.
• Have undergone surgery, for example, after a radical prostatectomy.

What Kinds of Penile Implants Are There?

Implants for correcting the shape of the penis come in two types — inflatable and malleable. The patient makes the decision to install one or the other type of penile implant in the member in conjunction with a man's health specialist and a plastic surgeon.

Inflatable Penile Implants 

They provide the most natural erection. When they are not inflated, the penis looks naturally soft (flaccid).

How does it work? The system consists of several components surgically placed inside a person's body. Cylinders — 2 tubes that are placed inside the corpora cavernosa. These are two spongy chambers inside the penis that normally fill with blood during an erection. A pump — a small pump implanted in the scrotum. A reservoir filled with saline solution is placed under the muscles of the abdominal wall (in the lower abdomen). To achieve an erection, a man presses the pump in the scrotum several times. This allows fluid to be pumped from the reservoir into the cylinder inside the penis, making it rigid and ready for sexual intercourse.

Malleable Penile Implants 

These implants consist of two flexible rods that are permanently inside the penis.

How do they function? Two rods made of flexible silicone or another biocompatible material are implanted in the corpora cavernosa. The penis always remains in a semi-rigid state. For sexual intercourse, a man simply lifts his member into the desired position. After sexual activity, the organ can be bent down to hide it underclothing.

What Is the Cost of Penile Implant Surgery?

The cost of installing implants to enlarge the penis will differ depending on the brand of the material and the level of the clinic. In any case, prices for such operations in Turkish medical centers are approximately 50% lower than in clinics of the same level in other countries with developed medicine.

What is Scrotal Surgery (Scrotoplasty)?

Scrotoplasty is a surgery performed on the scrotum—a pouch of skin and muscle that contains the testicles. The goal of scrotoplasty is to reconstruct or create a new scrotum to give it a more natural look. This may be relevant for patients with congenital anomalies, injuries, after tumor removal, or during gender transition.

Typically, scrotoplasty itself does not have a negative impact on the quality of erection or the sensitivity of the penis, since it does not affect the nerves, blood vessels, or erectile tissues of the member. But, like any surgical procedure, it requires a recovery time without sex or other strenuous activities.

If scrotoplasty becomes part of more complex reconstructions, the overall impact on sexual function will depend on all the interventions performed. In many cases, this operation can significantly affect manhood and self-confidence.

What is a HapPenis Operation (Penoplasty)?

The commercial name for the HapPenis operation (penoplasty) refers to a procedure or complex of interventions to correct the length and shape of the member. This way, a patient can increase the girth of the organ by 20–30% and thus influence the sexual satisfaction of his partner. This type of penile plastic surgery is less invasive compared to implant installation. The operation allows the organ to be lengthened by up to 2 inches (about 5 cm).

Medical sources, such as the American Urological Association (AUA) and the Mayo Clinic, describe individual procedures that can be part of HapPenis. For example, a ligamentoctomy is one of the operations for correcting the length of the male genital organ.

Can You Use Fillers for Penis Enlargement?

As an alternative to surgical intervention, aesthetic medicine offers injectable methods for male organ enlargement. Special fillers are used for this purpose. They contain hyaluronic acid — a natural substance for the human body.

It is important to understand that the effect of such injections is temporary, as the fillers gradually dissolve in the body, and repeat injections are necessary to maintain the result.

What Discomfort Can You Expect After a Genital Operation?

The degree of discomfort will depend on the method and the patient's personal sensitivity. It is important to understand that there are effective solutions to alleviate pain for each case.

What do men feel after filler injections? 

Mainly, the discomfort is in the form of slight swelling and temporary sensitivity at the injection sites. Sometimes, patients note the sensation of small lumps on the member. To reduce the symptoms, doctors may prescribe painkillers (usually over-the-counter). They recommend cold compresses and give instructions on gentle massage for an even distribution of the filler and to prevent unevenness.

What are the sensations after liposuction of the pubic area? 

There is pain, significant swelling, and bruising in the pubic area, as well as a feeling of tightness or temporary numbness. Oral painkillers are used to relieve the pain. Wearing compression garments may also be recommended.

What does a man experience after a ligamentoctomy?

The pain is moderate, concentrated in the area of the incision at the base of the penis. There is also swelling, bruising, and a temporary sensation of the organ "moving" at the base. Painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs are prescribed to control the pain. Doctors provide detailed instructions on using an extender (a special device for stretching), which will be key to securing the result.

How does a person feel after a phalloplasty? 

The pain is significant and is felt both in the organ itself and in the donor area. Characteristically, there are severe swelling, numbness, and discomfort from drains and catheters. Doctors use powerful painkillers (intravenous, then oral). Drains are installed to remove fluid and a urinary catheter is placed; careful wound care is ensured. Then physiotherapy and support are provided for nerve regeneration, and the patient's condition is constantly monitored.

What are the sensations after a penile implant? 

There is pain, significant swelling and bruising, and a feeling of a "foreign body." Uncomfortable nocturnal erections may occur. Painkillers and antibiotics are prescribed to control these conditions. Cold compresses are used. A drain is installed (if necessary). Doctors provide detailed instructions for wound care and issue compression garments.

What Does Preparation for Genital Surgery Involve?

As a rule, patients undergo pre-operative consultations with specialized doctors — a urologist and a plastic surgeon. Standard questions that a man must answer before surgery on the penis include:

• Are you healthy enough for general anesthesia and the operation itself?
• Do you have a history of chronic diseases?
• What surgical interventions have you had in the past?
• Do you smoke or consume alcohol?
• Have you undergone a circumcision procedure?
• Are you registered with a psychiatrist?
• Do you understand all the risks of surgical intervention?
• Have you been prescribed any medications that could hinder tissue healing?

Standard examinations will include blood tests. If necessary, a doctor may order an ultrasound examination.

Sample Trip Plan and Stay in Turkey

The first stage of interaction between the patient and doctors 

You will be asked to provide the necessary medical data—medical history, results of preliminary examinations, and photographs (if needed to assess the problem). All data is processed confidentially. Based on the provided information, a clinic specialist conducts an online consultation. The doctor will discuss your expectations, assess the possibility of the operation, suggest optimal methods, and announce the preliminary cost. This will give you a complete understanding of the procedure and the real possibilities.

Organizing your trip to Turkey 

After all the details have been agreed upon, you can proceed to the medical trip. You will receive a detailed plan: dates for consultations, examinations, and the operation itself. You will know the exact dates of your stay in the country, including days for rehabilitation (examinations, dressings, and any assistance).

Arrival, examination, and surgery 

Upon arrival in Istanbul (or another city), you will be met and taken to a hotel or directly to the clinic. The next day, you will undergo a full medical examination at the clinic. This is necessary to ensure complete safety and to confirm your readiness for the operation. Penile enlargement will be performed in a high-tech operating room. An experienced team of surgeons and anesthesiologists will ensure your safety and comfort during the procedure (1 to 3 hours, depending on the chosen method). After the operation, you will spend 2–3 days in a comfortable room under the supervision of medical staff. This will allow doctors to monitor your condition and ensure initial healing.

Post-operative period and returning home 

After being discharged from the clinic, you will continue your recovery time in a hotel for 5–7 days (depending on the doctor's recommendations). During this time, you will have follow-up examinations with the surgeon and receive all the necessary care recommendations. After the final examination and with the doctor's permission, you can return home.

Even for the most complex penoplasty, the main period of stay in Turkey before the patient can safely fly home (sitting on a plane) usually does not exceed 14 days.

What to Do During the Recovery Period?

In the first days after surgical penile lengthening, the patient will face unpleasant effects: swelling and pain in the genital area, and redness of the skin. These symptoms are characteristic of most plastic surgeries and are easily eliminated with the help of medications. Usually, these phenomena completely disappear in 1–2 weeks.

The main recommendations for patients are what NOT to do during the rehabilitation period. The main prohibitions apply to lifting heavy objects, physical exercise, and steaming (taking a hot bath). At least in the first week, it is definitely worth avoiding smoking and alcohol consumption — they complicate the healing process and can provoke inflammation.

According to data from the Cleveland Clinic, the patient's activity and their compliance with medical prescriptions directly affect the recovery time. Therefore, it is important to follow the doctor's instructions even after returning home.

What Are the Potential Risks of Penis Enlargement?

There is no direct evidence of a link between penis enlargement and the development of diseases. However, any intervention or the introduction of medical substances into the body can carry risks and complications.

There is a danger in using uncertified materials. Likewise, performing procedures by unqualified specialists can lead to chronic inflammation and the onset of infections. Therefore, it is necessary to contact only clinics with an impeccable reputation and proven doctors who use FDA-approved materials.

Important to know! According to data from the Food and Drug Administration and the American Urological Association, there are currently NO pharmacy drugs, pills or creams approved by the FDA for increasing penis size.

Does Penis Lengthening Surgery Affect the Probability of Developing Cancer?

According to official reports from the National Library of Medicine, there is no information about the relationship between the occurrence of penis cancer and surgeries to increase the size of the organ.

The American Cancer Society and the National Cancer Institute of the USA claim that penile cancer can arise due to HPV types 16 and 18. That is, the human papillomavirus is detected in half of all diagnosed penile tumors. Alcohol abuse and smoking, as well as the presence of AIDS, affect the likelihood of developing a cancerous disease.

A ligamentoctomy and fillers for increasing a man's manhood have nothing to do with the development of penile cancer.

Can a Man Become a Father After Penis Surgery?

Medical data from research sources show that most surgical interventions and injectable methods do not affect the ability to produce sperm. Consequently, they do not make a man infertile. This means that a man can become a father through natural penetration and fertilization if his reproductive function was normal before the operation.

According to data from the Turkish Acıbadem Clinic, penis enlargement in Turkey at a medical facility does not hinder the possibility of conceiving a child without the use of assisted reproductive technologies.

Sources:

• https://www.auanet.org/about-us/aua-statements/penile-augmentation-surgery
• https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/penile-cancer/causes-risks-prevention/risk-factors.html
• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/4068047/
• https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/23530-penis-enlargement-surgery