tummy tuck surgery in Istanbul,Turkey

What is Tummy Tuck Surgery (Abdominoplasty)?

Tummy tuck surgery, also known as abdominoplasty, is an operation that provides a smoother and tighter abdominal profile by removing excess fat and skin and repairing weakened or separated abdominal muscles.

Most people try to have a flat and tight abdomen with exercise and weight control, but it is almost impossible to achieve this, especially in cases where aging and fat are high. It is possible to see a protruding loose and sagging abdomen even in people with normal body weight.

Who is a good candidate for abdominoplasty?

In general, if you are physically fit and maintain a stable weight, you may be a good candidate for a tummy tuck. You have realistic expectations. You are not a smoker.

The following information is in response to the question of when a tummy tuck can be performed. The following persons can have a tummy tuck as long as their health is normal:

• This operation is available to all genders. • This operation is appropriate for both men and women who have sagging and/or lubrication in the tummy and abdomen.
• It eliminates the sagging that accompanies pregnancy.
• The presence of the baby causes the abdominal wall to expand and grow throughout pregnancy. After numerous pregnancies, the skin on the belly sags. The tummy tuck operation corrects sagging skin.
• Those with intractable fat may benefit from surgery.
• Even if a person is of normal weight, he or she may have fat that cannot be removed through diet or exercise. These abdominal fat deposits can be removed with a combined tummy tuck operation.
• Abrasions on the skin can be healed.
• Throughout the tummy tuck surgery, the skin is stretched. Stretching can also be used to remove skin fissures, especially those at the navel. This procedure is available to everyone who has had weight reduction surgery.
• Obesity surgery causes people who are overweight to lose a significant amount of weight. As a result, the stretched skin sags. A belly tuck is performed to correct sagging skin. The patient should have lost as much weight as possible before undergoing this operation.

Who cannot undergo a tummy tuck?

• Those in poor health: In order to obtain a belly tuck, your overall health should be in good shape, and there should be no dangers involved. Tummy tuck surgery may be dangerous if problems such as advanced diabetes and high blood pressure are uncontrolled. Following tests and measurements with the illness specialist, it is decided whether to operate on these folks. Cancer and organ transplantation are examples of diseases that prevent surgery (since these procedures utilise immunosuppressive medications).
• Individuals under the age of 18. It would be preferable to perform the treatment after the age of 18, when physical development is about complete. The cosmetic appearance obtained as a result of the treatment may change if body development continues later. However, age is not a fixed standard. He may have attained adulthood despite the fact that his physical development has not been completed. There is no upper age limit for a tummy tuck.
• Obesity, The purpose of an abdominoplasty is not to lose weight. Those who are excessively overweight or obese should lose weight before undergoing this treatment. The surgery on overweight persons will not be as successful as anticipated. Because if the additional weight in the body is not removed, the intended aesthetic look of the operation will not be accomplished.
• Those who are planning to become pregnant soon.
• It may be necessary to repeat the procedure because the cosmetic appearance achieved after the operation will deteriorate due to pregnancy hormones. It is therefore advisable to postpone the procedure till after the nursing period has over.
• Those affected by the threat
• Cancer patients, persons with impaired immune systems, organ transplant recipients, and people with uncontrolled diabetes may be at risk from the surgery.

What are the benefits of a tummy tuck?

Since studies suggest that losing 5-10% or more of excess weight is associated with a lower risk of chronic illness, you may wonder if undergoing an abdominoplasty will bring the same benefits.

The primary purpose of a tummy tuck, however, is to remove excess skin rather than fat. While the procedure can remove some fat, it is not intended to remove huge amounts of fat. It is classified as body contouring surgery rather than fat reduction surgery.

The goal of the procedure is to flatten the stomach by removing excess skin and, if needed, strengthening the abdominal muscles. Individuals who have already lost weight or recovered from pregnancy are often the best candidates for this procedure.

If you've lost a significant amount of weight before getting a tummy tuck, you may notice benefits such as a lower risk of chronic illness, but this isn't because of the procedure.

Back pain may be reduced

During pregnancy or weight loss, the abdominal muscles may become weaker or pull apart (a condition called diastasis recti). A surgeon can repair weak or split abdominal muscles, thereby strengthening the core and adding back support.

Interestingly, a 2018 study revealed that those who had stomach tucks experienced significant reductions in back pain following 6 weeks to 6 months post surgery.

Improved posture

Tightening the abdominal muscles helps to maintain a stronger core, which is necessary for spine stabilisation. According to one study, this can help realign the pelvis and keep the back straight, hence improving posture over time.

May aid in the treatment of stress urine incontinence (SUI)

SUI occurs when there is too much pressure on the bladder or urethra.

While this condition is usually treated without a belly tuck, some research suggests that a tummy tuck improves SUI.

A ventral hernia may be corrected

A tummy tuck can help to repair a ventral hernia by alleviating tension on the abdominal wall and strengthening weak abdominal muscles.

Abdominoplasty is occasionally combined with hernia surgery.

May promote self-esteem and confidence

Most people have a tummy tuck to improve the appearance of their abdomen.

While there is often no medical cause for a tummy tuck and loose skin is common, research has shown that tummy tuck patients often feel more confident in their physical appearance after the treatment.

Remember that these health benefits are often extra benefits of an abdominoplasty, not reasons to get the procedure. A plastic surgeon can perform a personal evaluation to see if you are a good candidate for the procedure.

How is Tummy Tuck Surgery Performed?

Traditional tummy tuck surgery is preferred in cases where sagging of the skin and fat on the abdomen is too much. In classical tummy tuck surgery, a horizontal incision is made under the belly button. The size and shape of the incision are determined by the amount of excess skin and fat. After the abdominal skin is removed, the excess fat tissue is removed, and the lean abdominal muscles are repaired. Then the upper abdominal skin is pulled down, and the excess skin is cut. The remaining skin is brought to where it should be and combined with stitches. A new hole is created for the navel, thereby repositioning it.

In cases where the degree of skin sagging and lubrication is less, results can be obtained with methods such as mini tummy tuck and liposuction.

How long does recovery take after tummy tuck surgery?

Depending on the size of the cut area after abdominoplasty, the patient is discharged within 1-2 days. You must wear the corset given to you for approximately one month. It will help if you get support when getting up and standing up during the first few days.

After the mini tummy tuck and liposuction procedure, the recovery time is much shorter.

What Should I Do After Tummy Tuck Surgery?

Op.Dr. Mehmet KÖKSAL will explain in detail what you need to do after the surgery. After the surgery, you should avoid any movement that will force your abdominal muscles. You must wear the corset until your doctor tells you to.