Tummy Tuck (Tone Your Abdomen with Abdominoplasty)

· Those in Turkey for at least 3 weeks.
· Those with good skin tone and elasticity.
· Those with unwanted fats in specific areas.
· Those who wish to remove excess fat deposit or loose abdominal skin.
· Those who wish to tighten their abdominal muscles.

Sometimes referred to as abdominoplasty, a tummy tuck is a surgical procedure that aims to get rid of excess fat at your abdomen. At the same time, excess skin is removed, producing a thinner and more well-toned abdomen.

1. A linear incision is made from the hipbone extended to the other end along the bikini line.
2. Excess skin and fat from the abdominal wall are separated and removed.
3. Depending on your consultation with the surgeon, your muscles might be tightened by pulling them close together and having them stitched into a new position.
4. The incision is closed with stitches and dressings are applied.
5. A temporary tube may be inserted in order to drain excess fluid from the surgical site.

<Advantages>
· Gives a firmer and tighter abdomen
· Removes excess skin and fat
· Can be combined with other procedures such as liposuction or Vaser liposuction
· Improves the appearance of your waist
· Improves abdominal muscle weakness
· Reduces stretch marks
· Permanent results

<Limitations>
· May affect future pregnancies
· Temporary numbness and swelling
· Possible extended downtime
· Weight gain might affect results

· Position pillows under the knees and back for support when in bed
· Keep moving feet to increase circulation around the legs
· You may lie on your side or back
· Wear elastic compression garment for 4 to 6 weeks
· Only sponge bath is allowed; you may have shower 7 to 10 days after surgery
· Able to resume normal activities after 2 weeks
· Strictly avoid strenuous activities within 2 weeks after surgery
· Keep your waist bent when walking, sitting or lying down for a few days

Q1: Can I expect my tummy to be perfectly flat?
A1: A tummy tuck trims down skin and its underlying fat but it will not remove the fat inside the abdominal cavity. Thus, you can expect to have a slimmer, but not completely flat, abdomen after this surgery.

Q2: Is the result permanent?
A2: A good weight control diet and exercise regimen will help you keep your post-tummy tuck form. Pregnancy and significant fluctuations in weight will negate the results of surgery.

Q3: How do I prepare for the surgery?
A3: Muscle-toning exercises and a proper weight loss diet months before the surgery will contribute to better results of tummy tuck. In order to avoid any complications, it is best that you stop smoking, drinking, taking hormonal pills, herbal supplements and other medicines not prescribed by your doctor. If you have any illness, you must obtain a surgical clearance from your medical specialist.

[Clinic Name] Dr. Oyku Celen, Skin Health Clinic
[Location] Istanbul, Turkey
[Nearest Station/ Nearest Tourist Destination] A 1-min walking distance from Tattoom Gallery and a 10 mins drive from Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus
[Clinic Opening Time] Monday-Friday (9:00AM-6:00PM); Saturday (10:00AM-3:00PM)