Viral Plastic Surgery Transformation Sparks Debate
Plastic surgery has long balanced medical necessity and personal enhancement. Turkey has become a hotspot for cosmetic procedures, offering affordability and skilled surgeons.
A video posted by Turkish cosmetic surgeon “Dr May” on TikTok recently went viral, showing a dramatic transformation of 68-year-old Miss Dilek after two years of surgeries, including a facelift, rhinoplasty, and eyelid work. The “after” image appeared so youthful that viewers questioned if it was even the same person.
Comments flooded in, with many skeptical: “That’s the mum and daughter — no way that’s her,” one said. Despite controversy, the video has over 100,000 views.
Turkey attracts more than 100,000 cosmetic tourists yearly, thanks to its low costs and global accessibility. Popular procedures include tummy tucks, nose jobs, and breast surgeries, drawing patients from the Middle East and Europe.
Though Dr. May has deleted Instagram, his TikTok presence continues to stir conversation about beauty, aging, and authenticity.