Abdominoplasty: Regain Your Confidence with Plastic Surgery Turkey Group
Changes in the body can lead to the formation of fat and skin folds. Abdominoplasty is a way to regain self-confidence. And our Plastic Surgery Turkey Group team will be happy to help you!
Abdominoplasty is a surgical intervention involving the removal of excess fat in
the anterior abdominal wall and removal of excess skin, including in the area
above the navel.
It should be understood that the correction of the figure with plastic surgery
has not only aesthetic significance. This measure is part of an effective
therapeutic process for preventing curvature of the spine (under the influence
of excess weight) and leveling the risk of varicose veins and stagnant processes
in the vessels of the lower limb.
The complex of surgical intervention includes muscle plasty, which allows you
to form a toned aesthetic appearance and draw clear, attractive lines of the
figure. Abdominoplasty is performed in order to effectively correct shapes and
reduce volumes. If necessary, the navel is transferred to its natural position,
the aponeurosis is sutured (a tendon plate consisting of collagen fibers and in
a stretched position provoking diastasis) and the umbilical hernia is removed.
The operation can be performed in different ways. The optimal choice of the method is determined in accordance with the current condition of the patient and the goals to be achieved. The following types are practiced:
- Classical (complete) abdominoplasty. Excess fat and "flaps" of overhanging skin are removed, muscles are sutured, the position of the navel is corrected.
- Mini-abdominoplasty. It is affect an exceptionally small area above the pubis, a lift is performed. The method is effective when you need to get rid of stretch marks and a small amount of fat forming a fold. It is not suitable if there is a displacement of the navel and significant skin deformity.
Any operation takes place using anesthesia and lasts from 1 to 5 hours, depending on the complexity of the manipulations. After a well-executed correction and completion of recovery, the patient becomes the owner of an even, neat stomach.
Abdominoplasty is required when:
- A divergence of the inner edges of the rectus muscles formed, stretch marks appeared;
- Fat folds appeared, the stomach bulges and does not look aesthetic;
- Excess subcutaneous fat has formed;,
- Abdominal muscles have become flabby and weakened, the waist has lost its visually noticeable contours;
- Visual aesthetics is disrupted by wide postoperative scars.
Women after childbirth tend to restore their former figure. On the way to finding a thin waist, it is often not laziness or unwillingness to improve your appearance, but an exclusively individual physiological aspect — hernias, muscle atrophy and fiber divergence, lack of skin elasticity.
Men who have lost weight dramatically can solve the problem of flabby skin with the abdominoplasty. Intensive weight loss can also cause stretching of the white line (fibrous structure) belly. Also, diastasis, accompanied by back pain and constipation, may be due to a hereditary predisposition.
When constant grueling workouts and strict diets do not bring visible results, abdominoplasty is the optimal way to restore tissue turgor and create constant involuntary muscle tension.
Abdominoplasty is a surgical intervention involving the removal of excess fat in
the anterior abdominal wall and removal of excess skin, including in the area
above the navel.
It should be understood that the correction of the figure with plastic surgery
has not only aesthetic significance. This measure is part of an effective
therapeutic process for preventing curvature of the spine (under the influence
of excess weight) and leveling the risk of varicose veins and stagnant processes
in the vessels of the lower limb.
The complex of surgical intervention includes muscle plasty, which allows you
to form a toned aesthetic appearance and draw clear, attractive lines of the
figure. Abdominoplasty is performed in order to effectively correct shapes and
reduce volumes. If necessary, the navel is transferred to its natural position,
the aponeurosis is sutured (a tendon plate consisting of collagen fibers and in
a stretched position provoking diastasis) and the umbilical hernia is removed.
The operation can be performed in different ways. The optimal choice of the method is determined in accordance with the current condition of the patient and the goals to be achieved. The following types are practiced:
- Classical (complete) abdominoplasty. Excess fat and "flaps" of overhanging skin are removed, muscles are sutured, the position of the navel is corrected.
- Mini-abdominoplasty. It is affect an exceptionally small area above the pubis, a lift is performed. The method is effective when you need to get rid of stretch marks and a small amount of fat forming a fold. It is not suitable if there is a displacement of the navel and significant skin deformity.
Any operation takes place using anesthesia and lasts from 1 to 5 hours, depending on the complexity of the manipulations. After a well-executed correction and completion of recovery, the patient becomes the owner of an even, neat stomach.
Abdominoplasty is required when:
- A divergence of the inner edges of the rectus muscles formed, stretch marks appeared;
- Fat folds appeared, the stomach bulges and does not look aesthetic;
- Excess subcutaneous fat has formed;,
- Abdominal muscles have become flabby and weakened, the waist has lost its visually noticeable contours;
- Visual aesthetics is disrupted by wide postoperative scars.
Women after childbirth tend to restore their former figure. On the way to finding a thin waist, it is often not laziness or unwillingness to improve your appearance, but an exclusively individual physiological aspect — hernias, muscle atrophy and fiber divergence, lack of skin elasticity.
Men who have lost weight dramatically can solve the problem of flabby skin with the abdominoplasty. Intensive weight loss can also cause stretching of the white line (fibrous structure) belly. Also, diastasis, accompanied by back pain and constipation, may be due to a hereditary predisposition.
When constant grueling workouts and strict diets do not bring visible results, abdominoplasty is the optimal way to restore tissue turgor and create constant involuntary muscle tension.
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Procedures
| Time Spent in Turkey | 9 Days |
|---|---|
| Duration of the Operation | 5 Hours |
| Anesthesia | General anesthesia |
| Expected Results | 6-12 Months |
| Recovery Time | 10 Days |
Stages of Surgery
First Day
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Arrival and check-in. A clinic employee meets guests at the airport, then arranges transfer to the hotel, helps you with check-in.
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First Day
Arrival and check-in. A clinic employee meets guests at the airport, then arranges transfer to the hotel, helps you with check-in.
Second Day
2
Meeting and acquaintance with the doctor, consultation and preliminary studies, surgery. The presence of our own laboratory and modern high-tech medical equipment for diagnostics allows us to carry out preparatory activities promptly and get reliable results in a short time. The operation is performed by a qualified and experienced surgeon with the support of highly professional medical staff. Anesthesiologist, resuscitator, assistants and nurses - a team of specialists provides support at all stages.
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Second Day
Meeting and acquaintance with the doctor, consultation and preliminary studies, surgery. The presence of our own laboratory and modern high-tech medical equipment for diagnostics allows us to carry out preparatory activities promptly and get reliable results in a short time. The operation is performed by a qualified and experienced surgeon with the support of highly professional medical staff. Anesthesiologist, resuscitator, assistants and nurses - a team of specialists provides support at all stages.
Third Day
3
Recovery and rest. Our clinic provides a comfortable hospital. Advanced-generation anesthetic drugs can minimize postoperative discomfort. The specifics of innovative methods of plastic surgery and the high level of skill of specialists allow you to issue an extract for the next day. However, we always stay in touch and are ready to provide assistance and consult on any issues 24/7.
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Third Day
Recovery and rest. Our clinic provides a comfortable hospital. Advanced-generation anesthetic drugs can minimize postoperative discomfort. The specifics of innovative methods of plastic surgery and the high level of skill of specialists allow you to issue an extract for the next day. However, we always stay in touch and are ready to provide assistance and consult on any issues 24/7.
Fourth Day
4
A follow-up visit to the doctor. During the final consultation, the surgeon will assess the condition of the suture and tissues, general well-being. Comprehensive information will be provided regarding further actions, the necessary medications and a compression bandage will be issued. Upon returning home, the patient has the opportunity to communicate and consult with the doctor if necessary.
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Fourth Day
A follow-up visit to the doctor. During the final consultation, the surgeon will assess the condition of the suture and tissues, general well-being. Comprehensive information will be provided regarding further actions, the necessary medications and a compression bandage will be issued. Upon returning home, the patient has the opportunity to communicate and consult with the doctor if necessary.
Description of the Procedure
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Preparation for Abdominoplasty
Preparation for abdominoplasty can be divided into two main stages: preparation by the patient for surgery and preparation of the patient for surgery.
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Before abdominoplasty, the patient should be prepared in advance on some
points:
- Follow a diet that your doctor or out staff will provide you with information about. This will help to cleanse the intestines of excess food and reduce weight;
- 14 days before the scheduled operation, the doctor may prescribe vascular strengthening drugs;
- A week before the procedure you should stop smoking because nicotine significantly slows down wound healing. In addition, it is necessary to exclude the intake of alcohol and other pharmaceutical drugs that affect blood clotting.
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When you arrive in Turkey, you are prepared for a number of procedures:
- Initial consultation with a doctor. At this stage, an examination is carried out, during which the surgeon determines which type of intervention will achieve the desired results. Conclusions are made based on the assessment of the position of the muscles, the condition of the skin, the volume of subcutaneous fat;
- Collection of anamnesis. The surgeon must know all medical history like the presence of allergic reactions, chronic diseases, monitoring of the current indicators of the body.
- Conducting practical research. For a full-fledged diagnosis, various blood tests, urine, ECG, fluorography, etc. are prescribed. Also, the doctor should be aware of what drug course the patient is undergoing (or has recently undergone). If the list of medications includes medications that have an effect (to varying degrees) on blood clotting ability, they should be discarded. Consultation and coordination of therapeutic measures with the attending physician are necessary under any circumstances!
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Performing Abdominoplasty
The complexity of the operation is determined individually, but the following procedures are distinguished:
- Anesthesia. Anesthesia can be general or epidural, according to the individual characteristics of each specific case;
- Formation of sections. They are localized above the pubis and are carried out strictly according to the previously applied markings. During endoscopy, punctures of 1-1.5 cm are formed near the navel;
- Closing of incisions. With open plastic surgery — cosmetic suture and bandage.
With classical plastic surgery, a horizontal section is created, the tissue is detached to the lower edge of the chest and the necessary manipulations are performed — the elimination of stretch marks, hernial defect and diastasis. If there is a pronounced deformation on the sides, a vertical section is possible, after which the skin is stretched down and to the center.
With mini-abdominoplasty, manipulations are performed through a small incision located above the pubis.
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Recovery after Abdominoplasty
| Duration of the Operation | From 1 to 5 Hours |
|---|---|
| Hospitalization | From 1 to 5 Days |
| Return to Work | After 2-3 weeks, the patient begins to lead a normal lifestyle |
| Restriction of Sports | In the first 30 days - exclude completely, in the future, until the end of recovery - physical therapy |
| Taking a Shower | It is allowed after 1-3 days, it is impossible to wet the stitches, compression devices for the period of the procedure and treatment of the stitches can be removed |
| Sleeping Position | In the first month, it is recommended to sleep only on your back and bend your legs (to avoid stitches tension), turning on your side is allowed no earlier than two weeks later. During the first month, you can not remove the bandage at night |
| Full Recovery | From 2 weeks to a year |
Before / after
Frequently asked questions
HOW MANY DAYS DO I NEED TO STAY FOR SURGERY IN TURKEY?
The first day in Turkey will take you to check in at the hotel, and the next day we will take you to the clinic for abdominoplasty. The operation lasts 4-5 hours, after which you will be left in the hospital under the supervision of specialists for 3-4 days. In the absence of complications, patients are discharged, but for another 5 days it is recommended to observe bed rest. The stitches will be removed approximately on the 9th day.
HOW DO I UNDERSTAND THAT I NEED A TUMMY TUCK, AND NOT JUST LIPOSUCTION?
Abdominoplasty is a plastic surgery aimed at removing excess skin and fat from the abdomen, possible stretch marks in this area, as well as restoring weakened muscles. The procedure is not to lose weight, but to remove excess skin and fat that may remain after rapid weight loss or repeated pregnancies. Therefore, if you see flabby skin or excess fat deposits when examining your body, you can safely sign up for a consultation with us.
IS LIPOSUCTION DONE WITH ABDOMINOPLASTY?
Rarely, abdominoplasty is performed separately from liposuction. This is due to the fact that liposuction, which is a procedure of aspiration of fats from certain parts of the body, helps to form a silhouette, preventing an unnatural appearance of the abdomen after surgery. It is important that the doctor assess whether there is a need or whether liposuction is indicated in combination with abdominoplasty in each case.
WILL I HAVE MY ABDOMINAL MUSCLES STITCHED (DIASTASIS SUTURED)?
With classical abdominoplasty, in addition to the main ones, another incision is made around the navel, since it cannot be removed. The abdominal muscles are exposed and stitched, bringing them closer, thinning the waist and eliminating abdominal diastasis. Then the removed skin is finally separated from the patient`s body, and what remains of the tissue is pulled down and reconnected with the incision, closing the wound. Stitching of the abdominal muscles is not required only for mini-abdominoplasty.
WHAT IS THE RECOVERY PROCESS AFTER ABDOMINOPLASTY?
The postoperative period is considered by many to be the most difficult part of abdominoplasty, since recovery can be relatively long. On average, it takes a patient from 10 days to gradually return to normal activities. Highly qualified surgeons recommend avoiding large efforts and activities that require excessive stress and exertion for four months after surgery. During the rehabilitation period, the patient must strictly follow the doctor`s prescriptions, including treating scars.
IN HOW MANY DAYS WILL I RETURN TO A NORMAL LIFESTYLE?
After abdominoplasty, the patient needs at least 10 days of complete rest. In some cases, doctors prescribe complete rest for at least 15 days. After this time, the patient can return to work, but full recovery takes from 2 to 4 months. With individual physiological characteristics of the patient, the recovery process may take longer. Rehabilitation is also longer if other operations, such as liposuction and mammoplasty, were performed shortly before or together with abdominoplasty.
WILL I HAVE A BIG SCAR?
During abdominoplasty, scarring cannot be avoided. It is usually not very large and is located at the base of the abdomen, just above the groin area. But it is easy to hide it under underwear and even under a bikini, especially with mini-abdominoplasty and classical surgery. In addition, over time, the scar becomes less bright. The size of the scar depends on the amount of skin removed during the operation, but experienced surgeons always try to minimize the traces of abdominoplasty.
IS IT POSSIBLE TO GET RID OF THE SCAR AFTER ABDOMINOPLASTY?
So that the scar does not become more noticeable than it should, or a keloid does not form, which is an excessive growth of tissue, it is important that the patient has a good rest and does not make any effort to the abdominal area during recovery. After the operation, the doctor will give recommendations for rehabilitation, as well as prescribe special creams or ointments that will help make the scar as invisible as possible. Modern cosmetics help not to completely get rid of scars, but to make them barely noticeable.
WHAT ARE THE COMPLICATIONS AFTER ABDOMINOPLASTY?
The patient has a list of recommendations from the attending physician. Most of the possible complications are associated with non-compliance with medical advice during rehabilitation and ignoring visible signs of deterioration of health. Risks that are likely to be encountered:
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Purulent inflammation. It is observed
when hygiene and antiseptics are not
observed during dressing;
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Violation of the integrity of the
stitch. It is possible with the
assumption of physical exertion in the
postoperative phase;
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Edema. It happens after any operation,
but if the swelling does not subside for
a long period, it is important to
consult a doctor immediately;
- Lymphorrhea (fluid accumulates in the subcutaneous tissue in the area of the scar and a focus of inflammation forms when the capillaries rupture; this occurs when ignoring the need to wear compression underwear).
In the Plastic Surgery Turkey Group clinic, where competent plastic surgeons with extensive practice and many years of experience work, the risk of complications after abdominoplasty is almost zero. Clear and consistent compliance with the recommendations allows you to avoid negative consequences and even shorten the rehabilitation period.-
Purulent inflammation. It is observed
when hygiene and antiseptics are not
observed during dressing;