Tummy Tuck

Who Can Have Tummy Tuck?

• Individuals whose bodies have undergone dramatic changes from weight loss or pregnancy

• Individuals who have too much fat accumulated in the lower abdominal region

Treatment Duration

2-4 hours.

Abdominoplasty Side Effects

Tummy tuck risks include:

• Anesthesia risks
• Bleeding (hematoma)
• Blood clots
• Scarring
• Infection
• Fluid accumulation (seroma)
• Skin loss
• Changes in skin sensation

Tummy Tuck Surgery Recovery Time

Tummy tuck recovery time depends on the scope of the procedure. A mini tummy tuck has a shorter recovery time than a full abdominoplasty plus liposuction, which usually takes about two weeks to resume work and 3-4 weeks to return to light and moderate-intensity physical activities.

Tummy Tightening Procedure Success Rate 

Tummy Tightening Procedure has a 90% success rate. 

Excess Skin Removal Treatment Alternative Treatments

• Vaser Liposuction
• Panniculectomy
• Thermalipo

How Does It Work?

A tummy tuck sometimes referred to as abdominoplasty,  is a cosmetic surgical procedure that is designed to make the abdomen thinner, flat, and firm. It is a procedure that is highly recommended if you aim to remove the scars, excess skin, fat, and stretch marks around your tummy. There are four different types of tummy tuck surgery, and these are:

    1. Standard or Full Tummy Tuck

The full tummy tuck is suitable for people who have excess skin or fat around the lower abdomen. Considering that it is a more complicated surgery, the incisions will be bigger.

    2. Mini Tummy Tuck

If you have a small amount of fat and excess skin to be removed, the mini tummy tuck is the perfect option for you. Since the unwanted skin that is to be removed is smaller, the incisions will be smaller, too.

    3. Extended Tummy Tuck

In an extended tummy tuck, your surgeon will not limit the procedure to the abdomen; he/she will also remove excess skin and unwanted fat from the sides of your lower back (i.e., around the hips). Since this technique is designed to remove excess skin from the Mini Tummy Tuck, if you want to have a massive loss of weight, you should consider it.

    4. Belt Lipectomy ( Circumferential Abdominoplasty)

If you have excess fat and skin all-around your entire belt area, tummy tuck belt lipectomy is the type of tummy tuck that you need. In addition to the belt area, the surgeon can also remove the loose skin around the buttocks too. 

For your online consultation, we will kindly ask you to send your photos as shown in the Photography Guide down below, so we can evaluate your case.

What Does Tummy Tuck Surgery Involve?

Once you have decided to undergo the Tummy tuck surgery, we will make sure that you have a pleasant trip and the type of procedure you want will be customized to suit your personal preferences, needs as well as the clinic’s practices. Here is a brief guide to some of the stages you will have to go through:

    1. Preparation for Surgery

After having a face-to-face consultation with your surgeon at the clinic, you will undergo some physical and blood tests so as to check your overall health condition. When your surgeon is satisfied by your test results, he/she will draw the incision marks and you will be given general anesthesia so that you do not feel any pain during the surgery.

    2. Tummy Tuck Procedure

If you are having full tummy tuck surgery, your surgeon will make a hip-to-hip incision/cut below the navel and another scar will be on the belly buttock so that it can be adjusted as soon as the excess fat has been removed from the upper abdomen.

After this step, the abdomen muscles will then be tightened using internal sutures and the surgeon will then pull down the remaining skin over the stomach. Drainage tubes may be placed under your skin; these are removed in a few days according to your surgeon's decision.

If you are undergoing a mini or partial tummy tuck, your incision will be shorter. Your surgeon doesn’t have to reposition the navel or remove the excess skin in the upper abdomen if this technique only required a 4-8 inches scar above the pubic area.  

    3. Is there anything I’m Supposed To Do After Tummy Tuck Surgery?

• You should rest and do not move around for 48 hours after the surgery.

• You should wear the medical corset which will be given to you by your surgeon.

• There will be pain and swelling after the surgery, but you will be given meds for this.

• You are expected to return to work 6 weeks after the surgery.

Things You Should Do Before Tummy Tuck Surgery

• A week before the procedure, you should stop taking Aspirin and any other meds associated with blood thinning.

• If you are allergic to any drugs, you should inform your surgeon as soon as possible.

• Patients are advised to avoid smoking 24 hours before the surgery.

• Consuming any alcoholic beverages can affect anesthesia. So you should not take in anything alcoholic 24 hours prior to surgery.

• If you are taking meds for chronic or acute diseases such as diabetes and heart disease, you should inform your surgeon before the surgery commences.    

Quick Facts

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 

Is Tummy Tuck Painful?

You may feel pain or soreness after the procedure is done. However, your surgeon may prescribe painkillers to relieve this pain and discomfort.

Does Tummy Tuck Leave a Scar?

Because it is a surgical procedure that requires a horizontal incision, a tummy tuck leaves a scar. As a mini tummy tuck is performed through a smaller incision, it leaves a shorter scar.

What Are the Types of Tummy Tuck Procedures?

There are different types and techniques of tummy tuck such as mini tummy tuck, standard, complete or full tummy tuck, high lateral tension, or extended tummy tuck. Surgeons apply the most appropriate technique to patients’ needs and expectations by targeting the most natural and least scarring results.

Tummy Tuck vs Lipo – What’s the difference? 
In an abdominoplasty surgery, excess skin and fat are removed – in lipo or liposuction, just fat is removed. Liposuction is minimally invasive and the incisions are very small.

Learn more about Tummy Tuck in Turkey by comparing costs and reviewing the clinics and doctors.

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  Jun 2022
  There could not have been a better process. Doctor Sema is very professional and has strong communication. The clinic was very clean, the staff were very professional, these were the most important things for me. Thank you to Dr. Sema and the Flymedi.
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  Jun 2022
  Thank you all! Overall my experience was amazing.Also, the staff was great!
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  Lilia, United Kingdom
  May 2022
  I did not have a budget to afford this surgery in my own country. With Flymedi, I both traveled to beautiful Turkey and had the operation I wanted for years.
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  Mariana, Spain
  May 2022
  While doing a price search for plastic surgery in my own country, I came across flymedi and had my surgery at esteworld for a much more reasonable price and I am very happy. The team and flymedi were very professional.
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  Sophia, United Kingdom
  Apr 2022
  Ana was extremely helpful, friendly and made planning my trip so much easier. I don't know what I would have done without her! Going overseas to a country you've never been to before to get plastic surgery can be scary, having Ana made it a lot less scary knowing you have somebody there that's on your team to help you.
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  Cristina, Germany
  Apr 2022
  Dr. Sema and her team attended to all my needs, I fully recommend them. Thank you for making my surgery process so easy!
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  Feb 2022
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  Jan 2022
  Thank you for all the florence nightingale team and my doctor. I have been feeling better since I had the surgery. Professional and caring staff
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  Anne Leonard, Ireland
  Jan 2022
  If you are thinking about surgery in Turkey, I would definitely recommend booking through Flymedi. Abud was my contact and is there for you 24/7. He was quick to respond and did his very best to answer every question and keep me calm in what can be, a new and scary experience. I would highly recommend and you can be sure you are lucky if he is your contact. The hospital was very clean and staff were very professional and kind. The doctor did an amazing job and I am thrilled!!
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  Carolina Schitz, Germany
  Jul 2021
  When my health consultant Kirstie contacted me, having my surgery done in a foreign country was just an idea. But she sorted out everything and she was always available for my million questions. The clinic was hygenic and my doctor spoke perfect English. Everything went smoothly and I'm very happy with the results!
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  Ellis McLintock, Turkey
  Aug 2020
  From start to finish my experience with Flymedi was exceptional. The coordinator, Abud worked hard at finding the right surgeon for me. He was constantly in contact while I was away to ensure everything went smoothly. I honestly could not be happier with the company. Dr Ozge has done an exceptional job too. Thank you Abud for making me feel confident again!
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  colleennicole32, Netherlands
  Jul 2020
  Hi! So I’m an American citizen, who just got a tummy tuck surgery at kardiolita clinic! I’m very much satisfied with not only the results but the staff as well. They made me feel so welcome and I felt as if I were in good hands! And I definitely was! They treated me with the upmost respect and made the whole thing smooth and easy! Upfront with what to expect and the costs. I’m forever grateful to everyone I came into contact with at this clinic. 10/10 would recommend going here.
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  Kelly, Sweden
  Feb 2019
  Hi team! Thank you very much for your support! I really appreciate! Everything was so good! 5 stars for all the team!
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  Maribeth, Switzerland
  Jan 2019
  I highly recommended flymedi.com. Mustafa was good assistance all the way through. From airport, hotel, and hospital. The surgeon who conduct the operation did a great job. I was hesitant at first and was scared what would be the result but waking up after the surgery I was surprised by his professionalism. As well as Mustafa was being present every time I needed him out anytime I could contacted him. He never fails. Thanks to Y'ALL guys.
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  Jan, United Kingdom
  Dec 2018
  Nadia from flymedi was very helpful She helped me find the right clinic for me and then she communicated with them for me throughout. She kept in touch with me all the time I am happy with my surgery and feeling well. I’m so glad I had Nadia in the progress who I always could contact and ask any questions that I had at any time. I want to thank Nadia from flymedi she was very helpful
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