Tummy Tuck

Abdominoplasty surgeries are commonly preferred for individuals who have excess fat accumulation, loose skin, and similar issues in the abdominal area due to various reasons. This surgical procedure, often chosen to correct changes in the body that occur after childbirth and breastfeeding in women, can also be frequently performed on male patients. Through this operation, the appearance of sagging skin is eliminated, excess fat in the abdominal area is removed, and the abdomen is flattened, particularly addressing the elimination of stretch marks located below the belly button. Medically referred to as 'Abdominoplasty,' this aesthetic surgical procedure is preferred for individuals who have experienced deformations in the abdominal skin due to significant weight fluctuations, have not responded to diet and exercise, have excess fat tissues in the abdominal area, and have developed skin sagging. Individuals with excess weight need to reach their ideal weight before undergoing this operation. This operation can be easily performed on individuals without any health problems. When planning an abdominoplasty operation to achieve the desired results, criteria such as the elasticity of the abdominal skin, the amount of skin sagging, the presence of stretch marks on the skin, and the degree of separation in the abdominal muscles are taken into consideration to determine the amount of tightening to be performed in the abdomen.

How is Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) Surgery Performed? The method of performing abdominoplasty surgery and which technique will be applied are determined by the surgeon who will perform the operation based on the examination and radiological imaging tests. Female patients undergo this operation by removing excess fat tissue, sagging, and cracked skin from the region between the cesarean section scar, known as the "C-section scar," and extending to the sides up to the belly button. Then, the skin above the belly button is stretched downwards. If there is a problem with excessive fat accumulation, the liposuction method may be used to remove excess fat. Loose abdominal muscles are tightened with sutures placed on the abdominal wall; thus, the abdomen regains its former firmness. After the operation, problems such as sagging of the abdominal skin, the appearance of stretch marks due to pregnancy or significant weight fluctuations, and skin laxity are eliminated. The duration of this operation may vary depending on the deformation condition of the skin in the area to be treated, the person's skin texture, and the technique to be applied, and it may take approximately 2-4 hours. It is performed under general anesthesia.

Recovery Process After Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) Surgery

The individual is discharged from the hospital the day after the operation.

Patients are required to wear a corset for approximately 3 weeks after the operation.

After the operation, lifting heavy objects and making sudden movements can increase intra-abdominal pressure due to the tension in the abdominal region. The pressure can strain the stitches. Therefore, it is important to avoid sudden movements after the operation.

Individuals can take a shower after the bandages are removed.

Mild pain and swelling at the suture site after the operation are normal. Prescribed pain relievers help the individual to have a more comfortable recovery process.

Approximately 2 weeks after the operation, individuals can return to work.

To maintain the long-term results of the operation, it is important to establish a regular exercise and healthy eating routine.