Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
It is extremely natural to have deterioration in your abdominal area after processes such as rapid weight gain and loss and pregnancy. The skin in this area may remain loose after weight gain no matter how much weight you lose. An undesirable appearance may occur after sagging both above and below the belly button. This situation may prevent you to wear the clothes you want comfortably. You can regain your self-confidence with tummy tuck surgery.
What is a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty)?
Tummy tuck surgery is a procedure to remove sagging skin and fat tissue in the abdominal area, which leads to an unpleasent appearance. After this surgery, a flat and tight appearance is achieved in the abdomen. Abdominoplasty is performed through an incision made from the protruding parts of one hip to the other along your pubic area. After this incision, excess skin and fat tissue are removed by moving upwards towards the tummy. Then the remaining tissues are tightened and enclosed. Thanks to this, the sagging that occurs around the tummy is removed.
The belly button is removed to the right place from where it is sagging in the tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) surgeries. The position of the scars after tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) are planned to remain in your underwear.
Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is often accompanied by a liposuction procedure. Liposuction enables slimming and flattening in the abdomen and waist area by removing fat in parts without excess skin.
Why do people have tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) surgery?
The human body can restore the deformations to a certain extent. Weight issues such as sagging that have become long-term or have occurred after serious weight loss may not get better without surgical intervention.
In such cases the most appropriate procedure for you should be decided by a plastic surgeon who is a specialist in their field by performing the necessary medical examinations and analysis. Thanks to the tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) procedure you can solve your long-term problems that had been a tough nut.
Who Are the Ideal Candidates?
In order to have a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), the ideal candidate should:
- Be in good psychological and physical health
- Be at your ideal weight.
- Have realistic expectations about the operation
- Have distorted body contours.
- Not consider pregnancy again at an early stage.
Aesthetic & Plastic Surgery
Dr. Burak Pasinlioğlu, a famous surgeon certified by the European of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS), graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 2013. In the Medical Specialty Examination (TUS) held in 2014, he ranked as 39th throughout Turkiye and was entitled to continue his specialty in Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, which is one of the most long-established plastic surgery clinics in Turkiye.
He participated in many surgeries as an observer at Cleveland Clinic, which was selected as the second best hospital in the world. In 2019, he worked with world-renowned plastic surgeon Prof. Dr. Moustapha Hamdi in breast aesthetics and reconstruction in Brussels for 3 months. He successfully completed the course organized by the Reconstructive Microsurgery Association and was entitled to receive a micro surgery certificate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
There are several types of tummy tucks, including full tummy tuck (traditional), mini tummy tuck (partial), extended tummy tuck (with a longer incision), and circumferential tummy tuck (for 360-degree body contouring).
When performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon in an accredited surgical facility, tummy tuck surgery is generally considered safe. However, like any surgical procedure, it carries some risks and potential complications.
Benefits of a tummy tuck surgery include a flatter and firmer abdominal profile, improved abdominal tone and contour, enhanced body proportions, and increased self-confidence.
The duration of a tummy tuck surgery varies depending on the extent of the procedure and whether additional surgeries are performed simultaneously, but it typically takes between two to five hours.
The recovery process after a tummy tuck surgery involves wearing compression garments, managing discomfort with prescribed pain medication, avoiding strenuous activities for several weeks, and attending follow-up appointments with the surgeon.
While it is possible to undergo a tummy tuck surgery before having children, it is generally recommended to postpone the procedure until after completing your family, as future pregnancies may affect the results of the surgery.
Yes, a tummy tuck surgery can be performed after weight loss surgery, such as gastric bypass or gastric sleeve, to remove excess skin and fat and improve body contouring results.
Following a balanced and nutritious diet can support the healing process after a tummy tuck surgery by providing essential nutrients and promoting tissue repair and recovery. However, specific dietary restrictions may vary depending on individual needs and preferences.