SHORT ANSWER
A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen and usually tightens the abdominal muscles. It can improve the contour of the stomach area after pregnancy or major weight loss. It is not a weight-loss method, and it leaves a scar low on the abdomen.
How is a tummy tuck done?
Under general anaesthetic the surgeon makes an incision low on the abdomen, tightens the abdominal wall muscles, removes excess skin and fat and repositions the navel. A mini tummy tuck treats only the lower abdomen. Drains may be placed for a few days.
Who is it for?
It is usually considered by people with loose skin or separated abdominal muscles that diet and exercise cannot change. Surgeons often prefer a stable weight, and advise waiting if more pregnancies are planned.
What is recovery like?
Tightness, swelling and tiredness are common. A compression garment is usually worn for several weeks, and people are often advised to walk a little each day but avoid heavy lifting and strenuous exercise as instructed.
Riskler nelerdir?
Risks include infection, fluid collections (seroma), wound-healing problems, scarring, numbness and blood clots. Walking early and following the surgeon’s instructions helps lower some of these risks.
Tummy tuck in Turkey and Istanbul
Many people consider Turkey, including Istanbul, for a tummy tuck. Because drains, dressings and a compression garment are part of early recovery, it is worth asking how long you would need to stay before flying home.
Questions worth asking before having a tummy tuck in Istanbul or elsewhere in Turkey:
- Which type of tummy tuck is recommended for me?
- When will drains and dressings be checked or removed?
- How many days should I stay in Istanbul before it is safe to fly?
- Who will review my scar and recovery after I return home?
When to consult a doctor
Contact your surgeon or seek medical advice promptly if you develop calf pain or swelling, chest pain, shortness of breath, fever, or a wound that opens or leaks.