Abdominoplasty in Turkey

An abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy tuck, is a cosmetic procedure that is able to remove scars, excess skin, fat, and stretch marks from the abdomen. In addition, the treatment includes tightening the abdominal muscles in order to improve definition.

Brief Overview

WHO IS THIS FOR

People who are self-conscious about extra fat, skin, scars, or a lack of shape around the belly may benefit from an abdominoplasty.

TREATMENT DURATION

2 to 5 hours in surgery

RECOVERY TIME

Patients often require two days in the hospital immediately following the operation. Most patients recover completely following abdominoplasty within six weeks.

RISKS and SIDE EFFECTS

• Difficulty standing straight.
• Pain
• Bruising
• Numbness around the tummy
• Swelling and scarring
• Tummy cramps
• Buildup of fluid
• Bulges under the skin

ALTERNATIVE TREATMENTS

• Liposuction
• Gastric Balloon

Cost

The cost of an abdominoplasty is determined by the type of surgery chosen, the location of treatment, and your unique demands. The costs for a belly tuck in various countries are shown below. Please keep in mind that these are typical values and that a variety of other factors may influence the ultimate cost of your treatment. Please contact us for additional details.

Country	Price (EUR €)
Turkey	€3,500
Thailand	€4,300
Croatia	€6,110
Germany	€7,000
United Kingdom	€8,000
United States	€9,400

How does an abdominoplasty in Turkey work?

A traditional abdominoplasty begins with a hip-to-hip incision slightly above the pubic region. A second incision is made around the belly button in the event of a complete tummy tuck in order to reposition it afterwards.

The skin is progressively removed from the abdominal wall, and the abdominal muscles are straightened and stretched for greater definition. The superfluous far and skin are totally removed, and a new hole for the belly button is carved before it is firmly sewn into place. The remaining skin is then carefully pulled together and sewn.

 

The patient is usually left with a circular scar around the umbilicus. After the abdominoplasty, a longer scar is left on the lower abdomen.

What are the different types of abdominoplasty?

Full Abdominoplasty

Patients with extra skin or fat around the lower abdomen might consider full abdominoplasty. Because this is a difficult procedure, general anaesthesia is frequently used to make the patient as motionless and comfortable as possible.

A horizontal incision between the navel and the pubic hairline is required for the surgery. The length and contour of this incision are heavily influenced by the nature of the issue. The abdominal skin is raised, and work on strengthening the abdominal muscles starts.

If the surgeon thinks it essential, a second incision is done to remove extra skin in the upper abdomen and re-position the navel. In layman’s terms, the surgeon pulls the top abdominal skin down like a roller blind. This connects the two sections of the abdomen.

Excess skin is removed before stitching both sections together, leaving the new abdomen surface flatter and tighter. At this point, a new opening is created for the belly button, which is then sutured into place.

To seal the huge wounds made during the surgery, sutures, special adhesives, clips, and tapes are employed.

Mini Abdominoplasty

When a patient simply needs a tiny amount of fat and skin removed, the surgeon will most likely propose a Mini abdominoplasty. This is a shorter operation that leaves less scars. In most circumstances, however, patients are nevertheless given a general anaesthetic.

A Mini abdominoplasty is performed by removing a portion of skin and fat from the lower abdomen. This variant of the operation leaves no scar around the umbilicus; however it does occasionally include abdominal muscle tightening.

Extended Abdominoplasty

An extended abdominoplasty entails the excision of extra fat and skin. Rather of focusing on the abdomen, the surgeon removes skin and fat from the patient’s sides. Tightening of the muscles and skin right above the hips is frequently used to eliminate “love handles.”

An extended abdominoplasty necessitates an excision that extends the whole length of the abdomen and as far back as the hips. Liposuction may be done in some circumstances to enhance the shapes of the abdomen and hips.

Belt lipectomy

A belt lipectomy, also known as a truncal body lift, includes the excision of extra fat and skin around the patient’s whole “belt line.” This abdominoplasty operation tightens and defines the region while also removing loose skin around the buttocks. Depending on the patient’s preferences, the fat extracted from this location is utilized to enhance the buttocks, elevating, and shaping them.

Initially, the patient must lie belly down in a prone posture throughout this procedure. After the lower back and buttock surgeries are completed, the patient is turned around to commence the abdominoplasty.

What to expect after abdominoplasty surgery?

Following abdominoplasty surgery, it is imperative for the patient to observe a period of rest and minimize movement for a duration of 48 hours. A specialized variant of a medical corset is applied to the patient’s abdominal region with the purpose of safeguarding the sutures and promoting the process of skin healing. Initially, there is typically a notable presence of swelling, which thereafter diminishes rapidly.

The majority of patients are typically discharged from the hospital within a 48-hour timeframe, provided that no difficulties arise. Nevertheless, maintaining a state of stillness and relaxation continues to hold significance. Medical professionals often recommend that patients maintain a flexed knee position when in a supine position, particularly during the initial two-week period until the sutures are removed. During this phase, the majority of patients will typically schedule an outpatient session to undergo wound assessment.

Individuals contemplating abdominoplasty should be ready to allocate a substantial duration of leave from their professional obligations. The mean duration of recovery is six weeks, however it may extend beyond this timeframe in the presence of problems.

Abdominoplasty is a surgical procedure that inherently has a certain level of risk. Nevertheless, opting for a recognized and fully credentialed surgical team significantly increases the likelihood of a successful abdominoplasty procedure.