Reclaim Your Confidence with Abdominoplasty at Plastic Surgery Turkey Group
If you've experienced changes in your body such as excess fat and skin folds, abdominoplasty can help you regain your self-confidence. Plastic Surgery Turkey Group is here to help you.
Abdominoplasty is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of excess fat and skin from the abdominal area, including the area above the navel. This procedure not only has aesthetic benefits but also plays a role in therapeutic processes such as preventing spinal curvature caused by excess weight and reducing the risk of varicose veins and vascular stagnation in the lower limbs.
The comprehensive approach to abdominoplasty also includes muscle repair, which helps create a toned and aesthetically pleasing appearance, enhancing the overall shape and reducing volume. In some cases, the position of the navel may be adjusted, the abdominal aponeurosis (a tendon plate composed of collagen fibers that can cause diastasis when stretched) may be sutured, and umbilical hernias may be repaired. These additional measures contribute to achieving optimal results and enhancing the natural contours of the body.
Abdominoplasty can be performed using different techniques, depending on the patient's condition and desired outcomes. The following types are commonly practiced:
- Classical (Complete) Abdominoplasty: This technique involves the removal of excess fat and overhanging skin, as well as suturing of the abdominal muscles. The position of the navel is also corrected to achieve a more natural appearance.
- Mini-Abdominoplasty: This procedure targets a smaller area above the pubis. It is particularly effective in addressing stretch marks and a small amount of fat that forms a fold. However, it may not be suitable if there is significant skin deformity or displacement of the navel.
During the procedure, anesthesia is administered to ensure the patient's comfort, and the duration can range from 1 to 5 hours depending on the complexity of the surgery. Following a well-executed correction and a proper recovery period, patients can enjoy a more even and toned abdominal appearance.
Abdominoplasty is typically recommended in the following situations:
- Diastasis of the rectus muscles and the presence of stretch marks: When the inner edges of the rectus muscles have separated and stretch marks are present, abdominoplasty can help repair and tighten the abdominal muscles.
- Excess fat and bulging stomach: If there are stubborn fat deposits and the stomach lacks aesthetic appeal.
- Flabby and weakened abdominal muscles: When the abdominal muscles have become lax and the waist has lost its defined contours.
- Wide postoperative scars affecting visual aesthetics: In cases where previous surgical scars are causing aesthetic concerns.
Abdominoplasty is not limited to women after childbirth. Men who have experienced significant weight loss may also benefit from abdominoplasty to address loose and sagging skin. Additionally, individuals with hereditary predispositions to diastasis and associated symptoms such as back pain and constipation can find relief through abdominoplasty.
When traditional methods such as exercise and dieting fail to produce the desired results, abdominoplasty offers an effective solution to restore tissue firmness and create a firmer abdominal appearance by providing constant, involuntary muscle tension.
Abdominoplasty is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of excess fat and skin from the abdominal area, including the area above the navel. This procedure not only has aesthetic benefits but also plays a role in therapeutic processes such as preventing spinal curvature caused by excess weight and reducing the risk of varicose veins and vascular stagnation in the lower limbs.
The comprehensive approach to abdominoplasty also includes muscle repair, which helps create a toned and aesthetically pleasing appearance, enhancing the overall shape and reducing volume. In some cases, the position of the navel may be adjusted, the abdominal aponeurosis (a tendon plate composed of collagen fibers that can cause diastasis when stretched) may be sutured, and umbilical hernias may be repaired. These additional measures contribute to achieving optimal results and enhancing the natural contours of the body.
Abdominoplasty can be performed using different techniques, depending on the patient's condition and desired outcomes. The following types are commonly practiced:
- Classical (Complete) Abdominoplasty: This technique involves the removal of excess fat and overhanging skin, as well as suturing of the abdominal muscles. The position of the navel is also corrected to achieve a more natural appearance.
- Mini-Abdominoplasty: This procedure targets a smaller area above the pubis. It is particularly effective in addressing stretch marks and a small amount of fat that forms a fold. However, it may not be suitable if there is significant skin deformity or displacement of the navel.
During the procedure, anesthesia is administered to ensure the patient's comfort, and the duration can range from 1 to 5 hours depending on the complexity of the surgery. Following a well-executed correction and a proper recovery period, patients can enjoy a more even and toned abdominal appearance.
Abdominoplasty is typically recommended in the following situations:
- Diastasis of the rectus muscles and the presence of stretch marks: When the inner edges of the rectus muscles have separated and stretch marks are present, abdominoplasty can help repair and tighten the abdominal muscles.
- Excess fat and bulging stomach: If there are stubborn fat deposits and the stomach lacks aesthetic appeal.
- Flabby and weakened abdominal muscles: When the abdominal muscles have become lax and the waist has lost its defined contours.
- Wide postoperative scars affecting visual aesthetics: In cases where previous surgical scars are causing aesthetic concerns.
Abdominoplasty is not limited to women after childbirth. Men who have experienced significant weight loss may also benefit from abdominoplasty to address loose and sagging skin. Additionally, individuals with hereditary predispositions to diastasis and associated symptoms such as back pain and constipation can find relief through abdominoplasty.
When traditional methods such as exercise and dieting fail to produce the desired results, abdominoplasty offers an effective solution to restore tissue firmness and create a firmer abdominal appearance by providing constant, involuntary muscle tension.
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Advantages of Choosing Plastic Surgery Turkey Group:
Expertise
With a legacy since 2008, Plastic Surgery Turkey Group is renowned for its expertise, having successfully performed numerous operations for patients worldwide.
Personal Assistant
Throughout your journey at the clinic, you will have a dedicated personal translator who will be available to address any queries or concerns. Additionally, post-surgery, remote consultations and further assistance can be arranged as needed.
Transfer
The package price includes comfortable transfers between the airport, hotel, and clinic, ensuring a seamless and hassle-free experience.
Hotel
You have the option to choose from a selection of luxurious hotels in Turkey, providing you with a comfortable and relaxing stay during your treatment.
Food
Your package includes breakfast at the hotel and each meal at the clinic, ensuring that you are well taken care of throughout your stay.
Low Prices
Plastic Surgery Turkey Group offers a fixed, affordable price for the services of highly experienced doctors in Turkey, allowing you to receive top-quality care at a competitive cost.
Timing
The recovery period after surgery is not extensive, meaning you won't need to stay at the clinic for an extended period. This allows you to plan your schedule more efficiently.
Vacation
Choosing Plastic Surgery Turkey Group not only enables you to have the desired surgical procedure but also provides an opportunity to enjoy a vacation in Turkey. Explore the beauty and culture of the country while simultaneously enhancing your appearance.
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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
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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 involves two main stages: patient preparation before the surgery and patient preparation upon arrival in Turkey.
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Patient Preparation Before Surgery:
- Follow a prescribed diet: Your doctor or our staff will provide you with specific information about a diet to follow before the surgery. This diet aims to cleanse the intestines and reduce weight.
- Vascular strengthening drugs: Your doctor may prescribe vascular strengthening medications 14 days before the scheduled operation.
- Smoking and alcohol cessation: It is crucial to stop smoking at least one week before the procedure, as nicotine can significantly slow down wound healing. Additionally, alcohol and certain medications that affect blood clotting should be avoided.
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Patient Preparation Upon Arrival in Turkey:
- Initial consultation with a doctor: During this consultation, a thorough examination will be conducted to determine the most suitable type of intervention for achieving your desired results. The surgeon will assess factors such as the position of your muscles, the condition of your skin, and the volume of subcutaneous fat.
- Medical history collection: The surgeon needs to be aware of your complete medical history, including any allergic reactions, chronic diseases, and current body indicators.
- Diagnostic tests: Various diagnostic tests, such as blood tests, urine tests, ECG, and fluorography, may be prescribed to ensure a comprehensive evaluation. It is important to inform the doctor about any ongoing or recent medication courses. If any of these medications affect blood clotting, they may need to be discontinued. Consultation and coordination with your primary care physician regarding therapeutic measures are essential in any circumstance.
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Performing Abdominoplasty
The complexity of an abdominoplasty procedure is determined on an individual basis, but the following key steps are typically involved:
- Anesthesia: Anesthesia can be administered either as general anesthesia or epidural anesthesia, depending on the specific requirements and patient's characteristics.
- Incision Formation: Incisions are carefully made above the pubic area, following the pre-marked guidelines. In endoscopic procedures, small punctures of approximately 1-1.5 cm are created near the navel.
- Closure of Incisions: In open abdominoplasty, after the necessary surgical manipulations are performed, the incisions are meticulously closed using cosmetic sutures and appropriate bandaging.
In classical abdominoplasty, a horizontal incision is made, and the tissues are carefully detached up to the lower edge of the chest. This allows the surgeon to address concerns such as the elimination of stretch marks, repair of hernial defects, and treatment of diastasis (separation of abdominal muscles). In cases where there is pronounced deformity on the sides, a vertical incision may also be made. This allows for the skin to be stretched downwards and towards the center, resulting in a more desirable contour.
For mini-abdominoplasty, the surgical manipulations are performed through a smaller incision located above the pubic area. This technique is specifically designed to address a smaller area and is suitable for patients who require minimal fat and skin removal, typically without significant navel displacement or extensive skin deformities.
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Recovery after Abdominoplasty
| Duration of the Operation | From 1 to 5 Hours |
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| 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 |
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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;