Tummy Tuck (Abdomınoplasty)

Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is the most frequently done procedure in plastic surgery and it creates dramatic changes in the patients figure. Although it seems as an aesthetic surgery, it is a necessary operation especially for the patients who have prominent sagging and excessive skin in the abdomen because of the facts that after the operation in these patients, exercise capacity in daily life, mechanical back pain and self-esteem in marriage life have been showed to improve.
More impressive results are obtained when abdominoplasty operations are done together with liposuction (withdrawal of excess fat) in order to refine belly contour.

In abdominoplasty operations, in addition to removal of excess skin and sagging, loose abdominal muscles due to  childbirth, weight gain/loss are also repaired, by this way a flatter, smoother abdominal contour can be formed.

Tummy Tuck (Abdomınoplasty)

Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is the most frequently done procedure in plastic surgery and it creates dramatic changes in the patients figure. Although it seems as an aesthetic surgery, it is a necessary operation especially for the patients who have prominent sagging and excessive skin in the abdomen because of the facts that after the operation in these patients, exercise capacity in daily life, mechanical back pain and self-esteem in marriage life have been showed to improve.
More impressive results are obtained when abdominoplasty operations are done together with liposuction (withdrawal of excess fat) in order to refine belly contour.

In abdominoplasty operations, in addition to removal of excess skin and sagging, loose abdominal muscles due to  childbirth, weight gain/loss are also repaired, by this way a flatter, smoother abdominal contour can be formed.

Who is a good candidate for tummy tuck surgery?

You may be a good tummy tuck candidate if:

  • You are physically healthy and at a stable weight
  • You have realistic expectations
  • You are a nonsmoker
  • You are bothered by the appearance of your abdomen

Who is a good candidate for tummy tuck surgery?

You may be a good tummy tuck candidate if:

  • You are physically healthy and at a stable weight
  • You have realistic expectations
  • You are a nonsmoker
  • You are bothered by the appearance of your abdomen

TUMMY TUCK FAQ’s

How long does the procedure take? 

The procedure takes around 3 hours.

Can I get pregnant after a tummy tuck?

Medically, does not affect a woman’s ability to become pregnant. But we recommend our patients to be done with the pregnancies/childbirths before having a tummy tuck. Pregnancy and/or childbirth can effect the success of the procedures; it might damage the repaired abdominal muscles and it can defect the skin around tummy area.

How long should I stay at the hospital after tummy tuck?

After the operation our patients spend one or two nights at the hospital. One or two days after the operation we discharge our patients
after we check and inform them about their operation, after care and usage instructions of medicines.

How long should I wear compressive garments after the operation?

We recommend our patients to wear compressive garments for 6 weeks. The compression provided by the garments during the initial healing process
helps ensure that incisions heal correctly and the skin attaches properly.

When could I be able to return to my normal life?

Generally patients can resume their social life after 7-10 days. They must avoid lifting heavy things for at least 6 weeks.
They must avoid exercises and stretching exercises for at least 8 weeks. 

 

 

TUMMY TUCK FAQ’s

How long does the procedure take? 

The procedure takes around 3 hours.

Can I get pregnant after a tummy tuck?

Medically, does not affect a woman’s ability to become pregnant. But we recommend our patients to be done with the pregnancies/childbirths before having a tummy tuck. Pregnancy and/or childbirth can effect the success of the procedures; it might damage the repaired abdominal muscles and it can defect the skin around tummy area.

How long should I stay at the hospital after tummy tuck?

After the operation our patients spend one or two nights at the hospital. One or two days after the operation we discharge our patients
after we check and inform them about their operation, after care and usage instructions of medicines.

How long should I wear compressive garments after the operation?

We recommend our patients to wear compressive garments for 6 weeks. The compression provided by the garments during the initial healing process
helps ensure that incisions heal correctly and the skin attaches properly.

When could I be able to return to my normal life?

Generally patients can resume their social life after 7-10 days. They must avoid lifting heavy things for at least 6 weeks.
They must avoid exercises and stretching exercises for at least 8 weeks. 

 

 

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General FAQ’S

How Can I Book My Surgery?

Once you have sent an enquiry to us, you will be contacted by one of our representatives. Your representative will provide information about the procedure that you are interested in and answer any questions you may have. Your representative will also arrange an online consultation for you with Dr. Surmeli and he/she will show your photos/videos and medical history. After Doctor’s online evaluation, he will give his advises and make an initial operation plan if the patient is suitable both physically and psychologically. And the representative will inform you about the plan, details of the operation, healing, etc. You will also be provided with details on the available dates, required accommodation duration, packages & costs, and possible extras. Once you set a date with your representative we book your appointment after you send the flight details and passport information.

What Are the Options For International Patients?

For our international patients we are offering packages including hotel and transfers between airport-hotel-clinic. We accommodate our patients near hotels to our hospital to reach them easily and to avoid spending time in traffic. We currently have a 4-star and a 5-star hotel options. As we have agency collaborations with the hotels, we usually provide better quotes for our patients than the hotel does. You can get detailed information from your representatives about hotels and prices.

The patients who will arrange their own accommodation and transportation, should inform their representatives about their accommodate addresses before they arrive Istanbul. We strongly recommend those patients to arrange close accommodates to our hospital. Please note, Istanbul is bigger than you see on the map. So, please consult to your representative before arrange/book your accommodation.

We strongly recommend bringing a companion and even make obligatory in some operations. In case there is no chance to bring a companion with you, we offer private duty nursing service for our international patients. Our licensed practice nurse will assist you with basic needs such as going to the bathroom, having meals, changing clothes and dressings and will stay overnight. Please contact your representative for details and prices.

What is Included in the Price, and What Are the Possible Extras?

Our price includes;

  • Pre and Post operative medical examinations, blood tests.
  • Hospital accommodation (Private room, amenities listed below) 
    • Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included for the patient and for one companion
    • 24/7 nursing and translators
    • All needed post operative treatments and medications
    • Free Wi-Fi, LCD TV, Private Bathroom, Security Box, Fridge, Kettle, Free Water, Tea and Coffee
  • All needed medicines
  • 1 pair compressive garments (If a liposuction, tummy tuck or other body surgeries are performed)
  • 1 pcs medical sports bra (If a breast surgery is performed)
  • BBL pillow (If BBL or gluteal implant is performed)
  • Check ups

If you pick our package, our package also includes;

  • Hotel accommodation (Breakfast Included)
  • Transfers between hospital-hotel-airport with our private vehicle

PS: Please consult your representatives for possible extras