Tummy Tuck in Turkey

Tummy tuck surgery, otherwise known as “abdominoplasty” helps create a firmer, flatter, more defined abdomen. The underlying muscles and tendons can also be tightened and repaired during this procedure. It is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries in the world. 

The aim of a tummy tuck is to create a smoother abdomen. Your surgeon does this by removing stubborn fat and loose skin that cannot be lost through exercise and diet alone.

You should be aware, however, that a tummy tuck is not a weight-loss procedure. It is most suitable for patients who have excess skin from major weight loss or pregnancy. You should, therefore, aim to reach your optimal weight before you consider having a tummy tuck.

Why get a tummy tuck in turkey? 

Turkey has a lot of qualities that make it one of the greatest cities, where many people are going to perform cosmetic surgeries, turkey contains a large number of the most excellent worldwide medical centers, which equipped with the latest technology and devices used in the cosmetic surgeries, and it depends on the most efficient medical staff with high professionalism, and the most critical advantages in tummy tuck are:

• The patient will get a shape and a slim body, after the operation.
• The procedure is done by the most qualified surgeons whose approved evident professionalism at performing a tummy tuck with its all types.
• The patient will get a lifted abdominal, after abdominoplasty.
• The patient will get the perfect body, which many people dreamed of.
• The low price of tummy tuck in turkey compared with other Arabic and Western countries.
• The tummy tuck surgery is carried out at the most qualified medical centers, which has been approved by the international committee (ICRC).
•  The patient will get the full care and high quality of medical services until he will get the results.
• Government facilities 

The Turkish government has made huge investments to build up large scales of medical infrastructures, like big-city hospitals (5.000-10.000 beds) furnished with high-tech equipment and world-class facilities. The government hired top-class medical practitioners, promoted scientific research, and facilitated patients with cheaper medicine. Moreover, airport connectivity, hospital adjacent luxury hotels, tourism, and all-inclusive packages have made the country an attractive destination for treatment.

• Location 

Turkey is convenient to reach for patients from all over Europe with less than four flying hours. 

Offer a lot in terms of history, culture, shopping, and beaches that patients can enjoy, and have extra time or maybe spend their recovery time there too. Many of the best plastic surgeons in Turkey are located in Istanbul, also other surgeons who perform liposuctions, rhinoplasty, breast lift or reduction, and many plastic surgeries.  And Istanbul, a popular tourist destination on its own regardless. You can visit historical places before the surgeries

• Visa procedures 

Turkey has visa-free access to more than 70 countries and citizens from more than 110 countries can enter without a visa. The process is very simple, time taken is short and fees are less. For example, UK citizens can have online e-visa which takes only a few minutes. And It’s around just £15.

In a nutshell, Turkey is especially famous for its superb plastic surgery and hair transplantation with a great chance to have plastic surgery in high-quality standards. Cities like Istanbul, Antalya, Ankara, İzmir, and Aydın are famous for their cosmetic surgery and transplant clinics which offer a vast range of low-cost procedures offering to the wider public. plastic surgery procedures in Turkey; include breast augmentation, breast lift, rhinoplasty, liposuction, tummy tuck, facelift, eyelid surgery, and bum lifts, etc. Packages ensure quality, accurate harvesting, minute incisions, and high-end precision.

Nevertheless to mention, packed to the edge with primeval monuments endowed with showcase scenery that overwhelms in every step, Turkey is an astounding destination that straddles Asia and Europe. Its vibrant culture, famous cuisines, and vast history are worthy to venture upon, while its glorious landscapes-from the sun-soaked Mediterranean to the mighty mountains and arid steppe-are highlights of pleasure. Roaming in cities like Istanbul, Ankara, Antalya, Izmir may all be an overpayment after the surgery. 

Tummy tuck Techniques in Turkey 

tummy tuck before and after process

The ideal tummy tuck techniques are determined by the patients’ underlying anatomies, the location and amount of redundant skin, and even their clothing preference.

Some plastic surgeons in Turkey instruct their patients to bring their favorite or usual swimwear, underwear, and/or pants so they can mark the possible scar/incision site in a way that it is hidden under clothing.

While it is always ideal to place the horizontal incision close to the pubic line so the undergarment can easily hide the resulting scar, some patients may have to accept a scar that rides higher than ideal. This is particularly true of someone with significant excess skin in her/his upper abdomen.

The list below explains the most common tummy tuck techniques used in plastic surgery.

• Standard or full tummy-tuck

It uses hip-to-hip incision below the navel and another scar around the belly buttock so it can be repositioned after removing the excess skin in the upper abdomen.

After tightening the abdominal muscles with internal sutures and removing the excess skin, the remaining skin is pulled down over the stomach.j

• Extended tummy-tuck 

The horizontal incision reaches around the hips (i.e., sides of the lower back), so when the body is viewed posteriorly the tail ends of the scar are visible.

Because the extended tummy tuck removes more skin from a wider area than the standard technique, it is often reserved for massive weight loss patients.

Extended tummy tuck also requires a round incision to free the navel and reposition it higher once the excess skin has been removed.

• Mini tummy-tuck 

Due to the natural “diffusion” of excess skin after weight loss and/or pregnancy, mini tummy tucks are only suitable for a small number of patients because of their minimal improvement.

Mini tummy tucks, which require a 4-8 inches scar above the pubic region, do not reposition the navel nor remove the excess skin in the upper abdominal area.

Recovery Time for a Tummy Tuck

• You will need to take about 4 to 6 weeks off work and exercise. You will not be able to drive for a few weeks after the operation (your surgeon and insurance company can advise you about this).
• It takes about 6 weeks to fully recover and to see the full effect of a tummy tuck.
• You’ll usually need to wear a special type of corset or tummy-control pants for 6 weeks, to encourage your skin to heal properly and to reduce any swelling. Generally, you’ll need to take it easy during this time and keep your knees bent while in bed, to avoid putting a strain on your stitches.

After a few weeks, you will probably be asked to attend a follow-up appointment to make sure the wound is healing properly.

And After the 6th week, you will usually be able to stop wearing a corset and may return to doing most of your usual activities.

Before and After Photos

Cost of Tummy tuck in Turkey

plastic surgery in istanbul, turkey

In Europe, tummy tuck costs between €4500 up to €6000. This is only for the surgery, though. When the consultation and aftercare costs are included, the prices go up about €500– €1000 more.

The tummy tuck cost in Turkey is cheaper due to many factors, but approximately the low labor cost and operational fee compared to Europe is a great factor, and in term of The quality its the same as Europe and because of the low labor cost, the plastic surgeons in Turkey have the chance to perform more surgeries and gain more experience with different cases from all around the world. 

References:

https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/17029

https://www.webmd.com/beauty/cosmetic-procedures-tummy-tuck#3

Assoc. Dr. Tayfun türkaslan

Associate Professor Tayfun Türkaslan is a graduate of Izmir Ege University Faculty of Medicine. The physician, who succeeded in the Medical Specialization Examination (TUS) in the year he graduated, started his specialization at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Department of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. The physician, who moved to St James Seacroft University hospital in England in 1997, worked and researched here, and continued his medical experience in our country after his specialization period. The physician, who completed his specialization after the scientific congress and certification processes abroad and was appointed to Istanbul Yavuz Selim Hospital with the title of Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist, worked here for almost 2 years. The doctor, who worked for 7 years at Vakıf Gureba with his old name and at Bezmi Alem University with his new name, received the title of Associate Professor in the field of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery as of 2010. Assoc. Dr. Tayfun Türkaslan; He currently provides professional medical services to his patients in Estetikport Aesthetic Surgery clinic, which he is the founder of.