What does body aesthetics cover?
Body aesthetics is the part of plastic surgery that reshapes the trunk and limbs. Pregnancy, ageing, genetics and large weight changes can all leave areas that do not respond to diet or exercise: loose skin on the abdomen, sagging buttocks or thighs, separated stomach muscles, or fat that stays put whatever you do. Body contouring procedures remove what is not wanted, tighten what has stretched and, in some cases, add volume where it has been lost.
These operations are about shape, not weight loss. They work best once your weight is stable and you are close to your goal.
How to choose the right procedure
The key question is what is causing the shape you are unhappy with. A short guide:
| Main concern | Usual approach | Typical recovery |
|---|---|---|
| Stubborn fat, good skin tone | Liposuction | 1–2 weeks |
| Loose skin and weak muscles on the abdomen | Tummy tuck | 2–3 weeks |
| Loose skin on arms or thighs | Arm or thigh lift | 2–3 weeks |
| Loose skin around the whole torso after major weight loss | Upper or lower body lift | 3–6 weeks |
| Flat or low buttocks with enough fat elsewhere | Fat transfer to the buttocks (BBL) | 2–3 weeks |
| Sagging buttock skin without volume loss | Butt lift | 2–3 weeks |
| Changes after pregnancy in several areas | Combined makeover | 3–6 weeks |
Many patients have more than one concern, so plans are often combined. Your surgeon balances the result you want against the length of the operation and the recovery you can manage.
Who is a good candidate?
- Adults in good general health
- A stable weight for at least six months, with a BMI that the surgeon considers safe
- Non-smokers, or people willing to stop for several weeks before and after surgery
- Women who have finished having children, for abdominal procedures
- Realistic expectations about scars and recovery time
After bariatric surgery, surgeons usually wait until weight loss has levelled off, often 12 to 18 months after the operation.
What to expect
Before surgery
You stop smoking, alcohol and blood-thinning medicines for about two weeks beforehand. On arrival you have blood tests and an ECG, and the surgeon marks the planned incisions while you stand.
Recovery
Expect swelling, bruising and tightness. You walk on the day of or day after surgery, wear a compression garment for several weeks and avoid heavy lifting and strenuous exercise for about six weeks.
Risks
Body contouring carries risks such as bleeding, infection, fluid collection under the skin, poor wound healing, changes in sensation, noticeable scars, asymmetry and blood clots. Your surgeon explains how each applies to your procedure.
Body aesthetics in Turkey: your trip
Before you fly
You send photos and your medical history. The surgeon reviews them and you receive a treatment plan. Once you confirm, we book your surgery date and you arrange flights.
In Istanbul
Your package covers the hospital stay, tests, surgery, medication, VIP transfers, a translator and meals. A companion can come at no extra cost. You have a check-up before you fly home.
Back home
Your coordinator is available 24/7 on WhatsApp and passes your photos and questions to the surgical team throughout your recovery.
Body Aesthetics procedures
Mommy Makeover
Combines tummy tuck, breast surgery and liposuction to restore your shape after pregnancy.
FDL Tummy Tuck
Removes loose abdominal skin both vertically and horizontally, often after major weight loss.
Tummy Tuck Variations
Full, mini, extended and reverse tummy tucks remove loose skin and fat and tighten the abdominal wall.
BBL (Brazilian Butt Lift)
Reshapes the buttocks with your own fat, taken by liposuction from areas such as the waist and back.
Butt Lift
Removes loose skin above the buttocks and lifts them for a firmer, smoother shape.
Arm Lift
Removes loose skin and fat from the upper arms for a firmer, slimmer arm shape.
Thigh Lift
Removes loose skin and excess fat from the thighs for a smoother, firmer leg shape.
Lower Body Lift
Removes a belt of loose skin around the waist to lift the abdomen, buttocks, hips and outer thighs.
Upper Body Lift
Removes loose skin and fat from the back and upper abdomen for a smoother upper torso.
Abdominal Etching
Precise liposuction that removes stubborn belly fat to reveal the outline of your abdominal muscles.
Daddy Makeover
A combined plan for men that removes stubborn fat, reduces the chest and tightens loose skin.
What the Body Aesthetics package includes
- VIP transfers from and to Istanbul Airport (IST)
- Fully equipped room in the hospital
- Translation services at the hospital and during follow-up
- Pre-operative testing
- Consultation with your doctors
- Post-operative care and follow-ups for a year
- General anaesthesia
- Special compression garments
- One companion included in the price
- Three meals a day for you and your companion
- Full hospital stay for 4–6 nights, 5–7 days
- Aftercare package with a full set of medications to take home
Your surgeons for Body Aesthetics
Body Aesthetics FAQ
Which body procedure is right for me?
It depends on whether your main problem is fat, loose skin, weak muscles or a lack of volume. Fat alone often responds to liposuction, loose skin usually needs a lift or tuck, and volume can be added with fat transfer. Your surgeon recommends a plan after reviewing your photos and history.
Can I combine several procedures?
Often yes, as in a mommy makeover. Combining means one anaesthetic and one recovery, but the operation is longer. Surgeons limit the total time and may suggest staging larger plans for safety.
Do I need to be at my goal weight?
Ideally your weight should be stable for at least 6 months and close to your target. Losing a lot of weight after surgery can loosen the skin again and affect your result.
How long will I need to stay in Turkey?
A single body procedure needs 5 days in Istanbul with a full hospital stay of 4 nights. Combined operations, such as a mommy or daddy makeover, need 7 days with a full hospital stay of 6 nights. Both include tests, surgery and a check-up before your flight.
Will I have scars?
Lifts and tucks leave scars, which surgeons place where underwear or swimwear can hide them where possible. Liposuction uses tiny incisions. Scars fade over 12 to 18 months but do not disappear completely.
Will I need to wear a compression garment?
Yes, after most body procedures. It reduces swelling and supports your new shape, and is usually worn for about 4 to 6 weeks.
Is it safe to fly after body surgery?
Your surgeon checks you before you leave. During the flight, wear compression stockings, drink water and walk in the aisle regularly to reduce the risk of blood clots.
