Tummy Tuck Surgery in Turkey

What Is Tummy Tuck Surgery and How Is It Done?

A tummy tuck, sometimes referred to as an abdominoplasty, is a cosmetic surgical operation to change the way the abdomen looks. Excess skin and fat are removed from the abdomen during a tummy tuck.

The majority of the skin and fat between your belly button and pubic hair are removed during a standard tummy tuck by your plastic surgeon using horizontal or elliptical incisions. Permanent sutures are then used to tighten the fascia, the connective tissue that covers the abdominal muscles. The incision above the pubic hair will be stitched together, leaving a scar that follows the bikini line's natural fold. The surgery takes 2-3 hours.

Types of Tummy Tuck Surgeries

Complete abdominoplasty: Patients that require the most correction should choose this option. The bikini line is where the incision is done.

Mini or partial abdominoplasty: Shorter incisions are used during mini-abdominoplasties, which are frequently carried out on patients with less extra skin.

Circumferential abdominoplasty: Back surgery is part of this procedure. Either circumferential abdominoplasty or back liposuction may be used when there is a lot of extra fat in both the back and the abdomen.

Am I a Good Candidate for Tummy Tuck Surgery?

• If you had pregnancy,
• If you had dramatic weight change,
• If you have sagging skin because of aging,
• If you had abdominal surgery such as C-section,
• If you are a healthy person,
• If you are over 18 you can be a good candidate for tummy tuck surgery.

Who Is Not a Good Candidate for Tummy Tuck Surgery?

• If you are a smoker,
• If you plan to get pregnant in the future,
• If you have mass body index higher than 30,
• If you have a serious chronicle condition such as diabetes or heart disease,
• If you consider a significant amount of weight, tummy tuck surgery will not be the solution for you.

Is Tummy Tuck Surgery Painful?

Tummy tuck surgery is not a painful operation. It is performed under general anaesthesia by your experienced surgeon. Anaesthesia makes you comfortable during your surgery. There may be slight discomfort after the surgery, but you can take the painkillers to eliminate any pain that your doctor prescribed for you.

Things to Consider Before Tummy Tuck Surgery

• You should share your medical history with your doctor. Your previous operations, the medications you take, your current health conditions or your allergies to any medications you have will be questioned by your surgeon.
• There will be a physical examination by your doctor. Your abdomen’s photos will be taken as medical record.
• You should evaluate the reasons about the tummy tuck surgery you want with your doctor. You should disclose your expectations and discuss the benefits and risks.
• You should stop smoking before the surgery. Smoking can delay healing because it reduces blood flow to the skin.
• You should stop taking medications that increase bleeding such as aspirin, herbal supplements and anti-flammatory drugs
• You need to stay at the same weight for 12 prior to the surgery. If you are overweight you will need to lose weight first.
• You should have somebody to take you home after the surgery since you will not be able to drive.

Things to Consider After Tummy Tuck Surgery

• After the surgery, it is expected to be some swelling on the surgical area.
• To drain any extra blood or fluid, small tubes may be positioned close to the incision site after the surgery.
• You will be prescribed painkillers. They will help you to decrease discomfort.
• Your doctor may give you blood thinners for a short period of time after the surgery.
• You will wear a supportive sourset for six weeks after the surgery.
• You should be very careful for the first six weeks after the surgery not to traumatize the surgical area. You should pay attention while moving.

How Long Is the Recovery?

The recovery time after the tummy tuck surgery is six weeks. You need to take time off from work for 4-6 weeks. For six weeks, you should wear a corset around your abdomen. You should not drive after a few weeks. After six weeks, you will fully recover and be able to return to your normal activities.

Are the Results Permanent?

Tummy tuck surgeries offer life-long results as long as you maintain a healthy lifestyle. In order to keep your tummy flat, you need to stick to a healthy diet and regular exercise. By doing so, you can benefit from tummy tuck surgery for a long time.

Tummy Tuck Surgery Prices in Turkey

Cosmetic operations are performed in Turkey for at least a third of the cost of those in the United States, Europe, Canada, or the United Kingdom. But cheap doesn't necessarily mean bad quality. Turkey has affordable plastic surgery prices because of favorable currency exchange rates and policies by the government that encourage medical travel . Additionally, Turkey favors domestic production over imports of all goods and commodities. As a result, many clinics subtract all costs generally related to shipping, logistics, and customs from their final rate. The cheap cost of living in Turkey has also led to lower service prices compared to Western countries.