TrustMed Clinic : Abdominoplasty Stages: Consultation to Final Results

What Is Abdominoplasty?

Abdominoplasty, commonly known as a tummy tuck, is a plastic surgery procedure that removes excess abdominal skin and fat while tightening weakened or separated abdominal muscles. The result is a flatter, firmer, and more contoured midsection.

At Trustmed Clinic, abdominoplasty is customized to each patient’s body and goals—whether it’s part of a post-pregnancy makeover, post-weight loss transformation, or standalone procedure.

Complete Timeline: Stages of Abdominoplasty

Here’s what to expect from start to finish.

Stage 1: 

Initial Consultation

Your journey begins with a free online or in-person consultation. During this stage:

• Your surgeon reviews your medical history and aesthetic goals
• You discuss options (mini, full, extended tummy tuck)
• Your body is evaluated for skin laxity, fat distribution, and muscle condition
• Photos may be taken for 3D simulation
• A detailed treatment plan and cost estimate are provided

Trustmed Clinic offers free multilingual consultations with board-certified surgeons and optional 3D body simulation.

Stage 2: 

Pre-Operative Planning

Once you’ve booked your surgery:

• You’ll complete medical tests (blood work, ECG, etc.)
• Instructions are given to stop certain medications or supplements
• You’ll receive a packing checklist, pre-op meal guidance, and travel tips
• Smoking and alcohol must be stopped at least 2–4 weeks before surgery
• A deposit is paid to confirm your surgery date and hotel booking

Stage 3: 

Arrival in Turkey & Final Consultation

After landing in Istanbul:

• A private driver meets you at the airport
• You check into your medical hotel with nurse support
• You meet your surgeon again for final examination and surgical marking
• Last-minute questions are answered
• Pre-operative photos are taken

Trustmed patients stay in a nurse-assisted recovery hotel before and after surgery with 24/7 care.

Stage 4: 

Surgery Day

On the day of surgery:

• You’re transferred to a JCI-accredited hospital
• The procedure takes 2–4 hours, depending on the technique
• General anesthesia is used
• A horizontal incision is made along the lower abdomen
• Skin and fat are removed, and abdominal muscles are tightened
• The belly button is repositioned (if needed)
• Drains may be placed to prevent fluid buildup

After surgery, you’ll spend 1–2 nights in the hospital under observation.

Stage 5: 

Early Recovery (Days 1–10)

After discharge:

• You return to the medical hotel for nurse-monitored recovery
• Pain, swelling, and limited mobility are normal
• Drains are removed between days 5–10
• You’ll wear a compression garment 24/7
• You’ll begin walking short distances to prevent blood clots

Trustmed provides all medications, garments, and round-the-clock nursing support in your recovery package.

Stage 6: 

Travel Clearance and Return Home

Before flying home:

• Your surgeon will examine healing progress
• Drains (if used) are removed
• You’ll receive written instructions for wound care, scar treatment, and activity
• Compression garments must still be worn as directed
• You are cleared for air travel—typically by day 7–10

Stage 7: 

Mid-Term Recovery (Weeks 2–6)

At home:

• Swelling begins to subside
• Most patients return to work within 2–3 weeks
• Light exercise may resume at week 4
• Final scar treatments begin (e.g., silicone sheets, scar massage)
• Avoid lifting, core workouts, and bending

Trustmed offers 1-year follow-up with virtual consultations, scar care guidance, and complication coverage through the 4X Insurance Protection Program.

Stage 8: 

Final Results (Months 3–6 and Beyond)

Over time, your results continue to improve:

• Swelling mostly resolves by week 6–8
• Incision scars mature over 6–12 months
• The abdominal contour becomes more visible
• Strength and flexibility return
• Clothes fit better, and confidence improves

Most Trustmed patients report full satisfaction by month 3–6, with scar fading ongoing for up to a year.

Tummy Tuck Timeline Summary

Why Trustmed Clinic for Abdominoplasty in Turkey?

• Surgeries in JCI-accredited hospitals
• Performed by EBOPRAS- & ISAPS-certified surgeons
• Recovery in a nurse-monitored medical hotel
• All-inclusive packages: surgery, hotel, transfers, garments, meds
• 4X Insurance Protection Program for peace of mind
• Multilingual support + 1-year follow-up

From consultation to final results, Trustmed Clinic delivers expertise, transparency, and compassionate care every step of the way.