Shape Your Ideal Silhouette
Body aesthetic surgery includes personalized surgical approaches designed to create a more balanced and harmonious body contour by considering the patient’s existing anatomy, regional concerns and aesthetic expectations together.
Different surgical procedures may be performed on the abdomen, waist, hips, arms and other areas of the body. Following a detailed initial assessment, these procedures may be planned individually or combined according to the patient’s needs.
What Is Body Aesthetic Surgery?
Body aesthetic surgery encompasses a range of surgical procedures that address differences in shape, contour or tissue in areas such as the abdomen, waist, hips, arms, legs and other parts of the body according to the patient’s anatomy and expectations.
Each patient’s body structure, fat distribution, skin elasticity, muscle structure and areas of concern are different. Therefore, body aesthetic procedures are planned individually rather than according to a standard approach.
While surgery targeting a single area may be sufficient for some patients, multiple procedures may be considered within the same plan when a more balanced overall body proportion is desired.
Who May Be a Candidate for Body Aesthetic Surgery?
Individuals seeking a noticeable change in body contours may be evaluated for suitable body aesthetic procedures following a detailed physical examination and medical assessment.
Individuals with localized fat deposits or irregularities in body contour
Individuals who have developed skin laxity or excess tissue after weight changes
Individuals who have experienced noticeable changes in the abdomen or other body areas after pregnancy
Individuals seeking a more balanced contour in the abdomen, waist, arms, legs or hips
Individuals who wish to have multiple areas evaluated within the same aesthetic plan
Individuals whose general health is suitable for the planned surgery and who have realistic expectations regarding the results
The most suitable procedure is determined by evaluating the patient’s current anatomy, skin and fat tissue characteristics, general health and expectations together.
Preoperative Planning Process
Successful planning in body aesthetic surgery requires evaluating not only the treatment area, but also the overall body proportions and the transitions between different regions.
Anatomical Assessment
Body structure, skin elasticity, fat distribution, muscle structure and the proportions between the planned treatment areas are evaluated.
Defining Needs and Goals
The patient’s areas of concern and desired changes are evaluated to determine treatment priorities.
Personalized Surgical Plan
The available surgical methods, whether procedures should be combined when appropriate, and the postoperative process are planned individually.
Body Aesthetic Procedures
Procedures within body aesthetic surgery may be considered individually or, when appropriate, combined according to the patient’s needs.
Tummy Tuck Abdominoplasty
A body contouring procedure that addresses excess skin and fat in the abdominal area together with laxity of the abdominal wall.
Abdominal ContouringLiposuction
Aims to reshape body contours by reducing localized fat deposits that persist in certain areas despite diet and exercise.
Localized ContouringButtock Contouring
The existing volume and shape of the buttocks and their proportions relative to other body areas are evaluated to plan a more balanced contour.
Buttock ContourArm and Leg Contouring Surgery
Includes reshaping the arm or leg contour by evaluating excess skin and tissue related to weight changes, aging or structural characteristics.
Extremity ContouringMommy Makeover
A combined planning approach that evaluates changes in the breasts, abdomen and other body areas after pregnancy and breastfeeding according to the patient’s needs.
Combined PlanningGynecomastia Correction
Aims to create a flatter and more balanced male chest contour by evaluating excess glandular breast tissue and fat tissue in the chest area.
Male Chest ContouringGenital Aesthetic Surgery
Includes personalized procedures that address aesthetic or structural differences in the genital area according to the patient’s needs.
Personalized ApproachHyperhidrosis Treatment
Aims to determine suitable treatment options by evaluating the impact of excessive sweating on the patient’s daily life.
Excessive SweatingCan Multiple Areas Be Evaluated Together?
Some body areas are anatomically closely related. Therefore, in suitable patients, multiple regions may be evaluated within the same aesthetic plan.
Planning considers not only a single area, but also the overall body silhouette and the proportions between different regions.
The priority treatment areas and whether the procedures can be safely performed in a single session are evaluated.
The scope of combined procedures is determined by considering the patient’s general health, operative duration and recovery process.
What Can Be Expected During Recovery?
Recovery after body aesthetic surgery may vary depending on the procedure performed, the number of treated areas and the extent of surgery.
Swelling, tenderness, tightness and temporary bruising may occur after surgery. Compression garments or other supportive products, the return to daily activities and the follow-up schedule are determined individually according to the procedure performed.
Rest and controlled movement are prioritized. Swelling and tenderness may occur in the treated areas.
Swelling gradually decreases, and the return to daily life is planned according to the extent of the surgical procedure.
As the tissues heal, changes in body contours become more apparent and the results are evaluated during long-term follow-up.
Frequently Asked Questions About Body Aesthetic Surgery
How is the most suitable body aesthetic procedure determined for me?
The appropriate procedure is determined during physical examination by evaluating your body structure, skin elasticity, fat distribution, areas of concern and expectations together.
Can multiple body aesthetic procedures be performed at the same time?
In suitable patients, certain procedures may be planned in combination. Suitability is evaluated according to the scope of the procedures, operative duration and the patient’s general health.
Is body aesthetic surgery a weight-loss method?
No. Body aesthetic procedures do not replace general weight-loss methods. The aim is to address tissue and contour differences in specific areas in a way that is appropriate for the patient’s anatomy.
Is a compression garment required after surgery?
The need for a compression garment depends on the surgical procedure. After liposuction, tummy tuck or certain body contouring procedures, a compression garment may be recommended for a specific period.
Are the results of body aesthetic surgery permanent?
Changes achieved through surgery may be maintained for a long time; however, aging, significant weight changes, pregnancy and lifestyle changes may affect body contours over time.
When can I return to daily activities and exercise?
The timing of returning to daily activities and exercise varies according to the procedure performed and the individual recovery process. Activity is planned personally during postoperative follow-up.