Liposuction in Turkey
Regardless of exercise and diet, getting rid of fat pockets in certain areas of the body is a struggle for many people. This can affect their body image and their figure looks disproportionate.
One of the recommended cosmetic solutions regarding this problem is liposuction as it helps reshape the body in the desired areas according to the expectations of the patient and as a result, causes more confidence and comfort in their skin. It works best in people who are a normal weight and in areas where the skin is tight.
Juna Clinic, your trusted partner in health tourism, invites you to have a face-to-face or online consultation with our medical experts. During your consultation, you will be able to discuss your surgical goals, medical conditions, current medications or substance use if any, and previous surgeries. Our surgeons and medical experts will evaluate your general health status, discuss your liposuction options, and discuss potential outcomes of liposuction and any risks or potential complications. At Juna Clinic, we highly encourage you to book a consultation and ask our surgeons and medical experts any questions in mind.
What is Liposuction?
Liposuction is a body contouring procedure that involves the removal of excess unwanted fat from different areas of the body. The surgery is performed under general anesthesia, and small incisions about 4 to 5mm are made through which tumescent infiltration is done to the entire area so the fat liquifies and the fat is removed using suction cannulas or other modalities like vaser or laser can be used for the suction of the fat. Once the fat is removed, the skin has to shrink back or contract and as a result, give you the desired contour. For this, you need to wear a compression garment or a body shaper for at least 45 days.
It is possible to have either a full body 360 liposuction surgery or partial liposuction for areas involving the back, arms, chest, abdomen, hip, legs, buttocks, knees, or ankles or chin liposuction. With this surgery, it is possible to remove a large amount of fat (6-8 pounds) in one session non-surgical alternatives do not provide.
What Liposuction in Turkey can treat:
Liposuction techniques may be used to reduce localized fat deposits of the:
- Abdomen and waist
- Back
- Calves and ankles
- Chest area
- Face, cheeks, chin, and neck
- Hips and buttocks
- Inner knee
- Thighs
- Upper arms
Liposuction can be performed alone or can be combined with other cosmetic surgery procedures such as breast uplift, breast reduction, mommy makeover, breast implants, and many more.
What Liposuction can’t do:
It is essential to know liposuction is not a treatment for obesity or a substitute for proper diet and exercise. Liposuction works for people of normal weight and BMI who have some extra fat in unwanted areas. If you have firm, elastic skin, you will have better results. Skin that is soft and thin from stretch marks, weight loss, or natural aging will not reshape as well as expected. This might require more surgeries to remove and tighten extra skin. It is also not possible to treat cellulite with liposuction surgery.
The Cost of Liposuction in Turkey
In Turkey, liposuction ranges in price from about £2,000 to £4,000 including hotel accommodations, private transfer services, a 12-month follow-up program, and personal assistance, depending on where you go and the body areas being treated. A liposuctiın surgery can start from about £6000 in the UK and other parts of the world.
Liposuction Surgery Techniques
There are different techniques to choose from to remove excess fat tissues through liposuction surgery.
Traditional Liposuction
Traditional liposuction, also known as tumescent liposuction is one of the most common fat removal techniques. This liposuction technique uses motion which is back and forth movement of a cannula to dislodge fat cells before removing them by using suction. This technique is more efficient with patients who have higher BMI. Traditional liposuction can last from 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on the treatment area. If there is a full-body liposuction being performed, then it is expected to last between 3-5 hours.
Vaser Liposuction
Vaser Liposuction surgery is a form of ultrasound-assisted liposuction. This liposuction technique is a more efficient and less traumatic technique that selectively acts on the fat tissue and makes it liquid through ultrasound waves. This form of liposuction comes as minimally invasive and provides a more natural-looking result. It is also more suitable when the size of the treatment area is smaller.
Types of Breast Implants
If you are undergoing a breast augmentation or a breast lift with implants (augmentation mastopexy), then you will likely be wondering what breast implant types are out there, and what the best choice is for you.
Silicone Breast Implants & Saline Breast Implants
The outer shell of the implant is made of silicone. Silicone implants are filled with silicone gel and it feels more like a natural breast tissue. Silicone breast implants are more preferred as they come in different sizes and are more durable.
The outer shell of a saline implant is also made of silicone. However, saline implants contain sterile salt water. For saline implants, the surgeon first places the silicone shell inside the breast pocket and then fills it with saline solution during the surgery.
These are not as common since they can cause rippling. In case it ruptures, the saline will be absorbed naturally by the body.
Smooth Breast Implants & Textured Breast Implants
Breast implants can be either smooth or textured. Smooth breast implants come with the softest feeling while textured implants have a rougher surface. Smooth implants may move more naturally whereas textured implants can hold the implant in place better.
Teardrop Breast Implants & Round Breast Implants
Round implants are round-shaped and they provide more fullness at the top of the breasts with a curvier look. Teardrop implants are oval-shaped and they come with more fullness at the base towards the chest wall and less roundness towards the nipple giving a more subtle, natural result.
Types of Incisions
Breast implants procedure in Turkey come with types of incisions such as peri-areolar, doughnut, and inframammary incisions.
- Inframammary Incision: Inframammary incision is the most commonly used incision technique in breast implants surgeries. This incision is located in the fold of the skin under the breast. It is usually not visible as incisions are just beneath the breasts.
- Periareolar/Doughnut Incision: This incision is done around the areola. The incision is usually made on the lower half or circle around the areola where a breast pocket is created above or underneath the muscle. Afterward, an implant is slid through the incision, moved into the breast pocket, and positioned by the plastic surgeon to achieve the best result.
Area of Placement
Breast implants procedure in Turkey come with three types of area of placement.
Subglandular placement (Behind the breast tissue):
This is the most common technique of breast implant placement. The implant is placed under the breast tissue but above the chest muscle.
Submuscular placement (Behind the best muscle):
This technique involves placing the implant directly under the chest muscle. Submuscular placement is generally more stable than subglandular placement and may be a better option for women with very thin breast tissue or who are very active.
Dual-Plane Augmentation:
This technique combines the subglandular and submuscular placements as the breast implants are placed directly underneath the breast tissue and partially behind the chest muscles. This technique is generally more preferred by surgeons as it lasts longer.
Results and Recovery Process of Breast Augmentation
Generally, this procedure requires a night stay in the hospital and you can go back to your hotel the following day. It is normal to feel tightness in the chest right after the surgery and the breasts may feel tender and appear as higher. After the first month, they will start to get settled, and at least 3-6 months following the surgery, you will be able to see the results of the surgery.
You will be given a bra to wear for supper after the surgery. In addition, kindly make sure to take them on time if any medications are provided by the surgeon. We recommend not extending your arms for at least a week after the surgery and we recommend avoiding any physical activity or heavy lifting for at least 3 weeks after the surgery.
In addition, a more detailed explanation will be presented and you will be given instructions on dos/don’ts by your personal assistance before you travel back home from Turkey.
Liposuction Frequently Asked Questions
What are the risks of Liposuction in Turkey?
Like every other surgery, liposuction comes with potential risks and complications. You will be asked to sign consent forms to ensure that you fully understand the potential risks and complications. All of these will be discussed before your consent. These risks can include:
- Anesthesia risks
- Bruising
- Cannula breakage
- Change in skin sensation that may persist
- Damage to deeper structures such as nerves, blood vessels, muscles, lungs, and abdominal organs
- Deep vein thrombosis, cardiac and pulmonary complications
- Fluid accumulation
- Infection
- Irregular contours or asymmetries
- Irregular pigmentation
- Need for revision surgery
- Poor wound healing
- Rippling or loose skin, worsening of cellulite
- Swelling
- Thermal burn or heat injury from ultrasound
What are some important questions to ask to my plastic surgeon regarding liposuction?
- What are the qualifications and skills of the plastic surgeon?
- How many liposuction surgeries has the surgeon performed, and for how many years?
- Am I a good candidate for this procedure?
- What will be expected of me to get the best results?
- What are the risks and complications associated with my procedure?
- Does the surgeon have insurance against malpractice?
- Is the medical facility registered with a health authority?
- What surgical technique is recommended for me?
- Do you have before-and-after photos I can look at for this procedure?
Will liposuction leave permanent scars?
The scars caused by the surgery will fade away in time and if you are having vaser liposuction, the cuts will be minimally invasive making the scars barely visible.
Is liposuction permanent?
The result of liposuction is permanent unless you get pregnant or gain weight in the future. We recommend following a healthy regime after the surgery and daily exercise after the recovery process.