Tummy Tuck procedure is popular with patients who have experienced dramatic weight loss and pregnancy and as a result suffer from excess skin. Both men and women can have this procedure and benefit from a firm and flat stomach.

During your consultation with the surgeon you will discuss your expectations and potential results. He will go through your medical history and test results with you to ensure your suitability for the procedure. After clearly explaining how a Tummy Tuck is performed, he will physically examine you and draw very detailed markings on your abdomen.

The markings will be unique to your body and they will define precisely where your surgeon is going to make an incision to ensure the scar will lie within the bikini line to make it less visible. You will then be given information about your post-op recovery and be prepared for your surgery.

Yes! A Tummy Tuck will not only help you regain your body and your confidence, but when combined with liposuction it will also give you a contoured waistline.

A full Tummy Tuck is a body contouring technique used to remove excess skin from both above the belly button and below the bikini line to improve the appearance of the abdomen. Full tummy tuck surgery includes muscle repair (diastasis recti) which is a very common in patients who’ve given birth.

Although a mini tummy tuck is very similar to a full abdominoplasty, it targets a much smaller area. Compared with a full tummy tuck a smaller incision is made across the lower abdomen and the navel does not need to be repositioned. A mini Tummy Tuck only addresses concerns on the lower abdomen, below the belly button and above the bikini line.

If you have excess fat, saggy skin above your belly button, or have lost a lot of weight and have a lot of excess skin, you’ll need a full tummy tuck.
A mini Tummy Tuck only addresses concerns below the belly button, so it’s ideal for patients at normal body weight and with only a small pouch. So, it’s not for everyone and whether you need a mini Tummy Tuck or a full Tummy Tuck will be determined based on your pictures, medical history and your physical consultation with your surgeon.

A Tummy Tuck is not a weight loss surgery. It is a surgical procedure performed to reshape your body by removing excess skin gained from pregnancy or dramatic weight loss. You will experience some loss of weight especially if your Tummy Tuck procedure is combined with Liposuction, but the primary goal is to remove the excess skin.

In order to maintain your results, you will need to ensure that you start eating healthy and exercise regularly to have the body you’ve always dreamed of!

Full recovery from Tummy Tuck surgery usually takes between six and eight weeks during which you will have swelling and bruising. Your mobility will be restricted therefore we advise that you have a friend to accompany you during your recovery period in Istanbul.

Tummy Tuck surgery involves removing excess skin and for some patients the appearance of stretch marks can be reduced if they are located on the excised skin which is usually below the belly button.

With a full tummy tuck the incision will be from hip to hip and it will be as low as possible so that the scar is concealed by your underwear.

A mini tummy tuck incision on the other hand will be even lower on the abdomen and it will be a little bigger than a C-Section scar.

It depends on the type of job that you do. Normally, you can return to work within 3 weeks if your job is sedentary. For more active jobs we recommend taking up to 4 weeks off work because you must avoid any strenuous activities in the first 6 weeks following Tummy Tuck surgery.

Some patients may see results immediately, but most will start seeing their results 6-8 weeks after the procedure once the swelling has subsided. However, it can take up to 6 months to 1 year to achieve the final result.

Don’t forget that specific results cannot be guaranteed as every individual has different bodies therefore everyone’s results will vary.

You can take a shower 3-4 days after your surgery after your drains are removed.

It takes around 3-4 hours depending on whether it’s combined with Liposuction procedure or not.

Tummy Tuck surgery is performed under general anesthesia.

Having excess skin on your abdomen does not automatically mean that you are a candidate for a tummy tuck. For effective results, the procedure typically necessitates the removal of a sufficient amount of loose skin from your belly button to your pubic area. In order to determine your suitability for a tummy tuck, it is important to consult with a qualified plastic surgeon who can evaluate your specific situation and recommend the best course of action.

It is generally recommended that you be within 10-15% of your target weight before your tummy tuck. Staying close to your target weight makes the results more predictable and long-lasting, as significant weight changes after the procedure can affect the outcome. Reaching a stable weight also reduces the risk of complications and helps to ensure a smoother recovery.

Surgeons typically advise waiting six months to a year after pregnancy before considering an abdominoplasty. This waiting period allows your body to fully recover, your hormones to stabilize, and your weight to return to a more consistent level.

Whether you need a tummy tuck after losing weight depends on the elasticity of your skin and how your body responds to weight loss. Some people have naturally firm skin, while others may experience sagging or loose skin in the abdominal area. If you have excess skin that doesn’t respond to exercise, a tummy tuck may be a good option for a smoother, tighter appearance. Consulting a plastic surgeon can help you with this.