British citizens are reportedly being lured by questionable tactics from Turkish medical practitioners, who are offering discounted cosmetic surgeries and even enticing offers for pet treatments, a new claim suggests.
Pop-up hotel clinics are allegedly promoting surgeries such as Brazilian bum-lifts, known for their potential deadly side effects, during roadshows across the UK, operated by a clinic from the western coast of Turkey.
Customers are said to be targeted with in-person consultations and underhanded strategies, including pressure tactics and discounts, to persuade them into purchasing packages valued at up to £5,000.
Moreover, reports indicate that in Turkey, individuals have been offered reduced prices for cosmetic procedures if they bring their pets along for medical treatment, potentially saving them twice the cost compared to Britain.
Turkey has become a popular destination for cosmetic surgeries among Britons due to its lower costs and shorter waiting times, with procedures like nose jobs, dental work, and breast and bum augmentations being among the most sought-after.
Social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram are flooded with testimonials, both positive and negative, about experiences with Turkish cosmetic procedures, further fueling the trend.
To attract more clients, Turkish firms have resorted to organizing roadshows in British hotels, allowing potential customers to interact with medical professionals and receive consultations before committing to surgery.
However, attendees have allegedly been subjected to dubious practices, including aggressive sales tactics and misleading consultations, raising concerns about patient safety and ethical standards.
Reports have surfaced about unauthorized medical practitioners conducting examinations and making misleading claims about the risks associated with procedures, such as Brazilian bum-lifts, which have resulted in fatalities among British patients.
Despite warnings from experts and medical professionals about the risks and unethical practices involved, the allure of affordable cosmetic surgeries abroad continues to attract many Britons, often leading to devastating consequences.
Tragic incidents, including the deaths of young individuals following surgeries in Turkey, serve as stark reminders of the potential dangers associated with cosmetic tourism, prompting calls for greater regulation and awareness about the risks involved.
