Sports and diet are indispensable for a healthy life. However, sometimes no matter how hard we try, genetic factors, pregnancy processes, rapid weight gain and loss, or aging effects can make it impossible to achieve the form we desire in our bodies. This is where Body Contouring steps in.
In this comprehensive guide, we will examine body shaping surgeries from head to toe, who is suitable for these procedures, and the details of the procedures. Your dream body might be closer than you think.
Body Contouring and Slimming
The most popular procedures for those who want to define body lines and get rid of stubborn fat are in this group.
Liposuction (Fat Removal)
Liposuction is considered the “gold standard” of aesthetic surgery. It is not a weight loss surgery, but a body contouring procedure. It is the process of vacuuming fats from areas resistant to diet and sports; such as the abdomen, waist, hips, inner knees, or jowl area.
- Technologies: Today, advanced technologies such as Vaser (ultrasonic) and Laser Liposuction are used to both remove fat and provide skin tightening.
- Who is it for? Suitable for those who are close to their ideal weight but have regional excesses.
Abdominal Muscle Aesthetics (Six-Pack / Two-Pack)
Also known as “High Definition Liposuction,” this procedure not only removes fat but also contours the fat over the abdominal muscles according to muscle shadows to define them.
- Result: An athletic and fit abdominal appearance called “six-pack” in men and “two-pack” in women is obtained.
BBL (Brazilian Butt Lift)
BBL, one of the trendiest aesthetics of recent years, is the injection of excess fat taken from the body (usually from the waist and abdomen) into the buttocks after purification.
- Double Effect: Both the waist area thins to form a curvy line, and the buttocks achieve a fuller, rounder, and perkier form. Since no implants are used, the results are extremely natural.
Lift and Tightening Surgeries
In cases where skin elasticity is lost and sagging and stretch marks are intense, removing fat alone is not enough; excess skin must also be removed.
Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
It is performed to correct sagging and the “apron” appearance on the abdominal skin, especially after pregnancy or excessive weight loss.
- Procedure Detail: Sagging skin and fat tissue below the navel are removed. Most importantly, the abdominal muscles separated during pregnancy (diastasis recti) are brought closer together with internal sutures, creating an “internal corset” effect and thinning the waist.
Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)
It eliminates the sagging known as “bat wings” that occurs on the upper arm as a result of aging or weight loss. Excess skin extending from the armpit to the elbow is removed, giving the arms a tighter and aesthetic appearance.
Thigh Lift
Sagging in the inner thighs is not only an aesthetic problem but also leads to physical problems such as irritation due to friction while walking. With a thigh lift, loose skin inside the leg is tightened, making the legs look thinner and columnar.
Combined Operations
Mommy Makeover
Pregnancy and breastfeeding processes cause serious changes in the female body. Mommy Makeover is a combined package aimed at returning mothers’ bodies to their pre-pregnancy form (or even better).
- What Does It Cover? It usually involves performing Tummy Tuck, Breast Aesthetics (Augmentation, Lift, or Reduction), and Liposuction procedures in a single session.
- Advantage: Dramatic change is achieved in multiple areas of the body with a single recovery process.
Breast Aesthetics
Breast aesthetics, the most important complement to the female silhouette, must be planned individually.
Breast Augmentation
It is performed to give volume to breasts that have small volume or have emptied after weight loss/breastfeeding.
- Method: Silicone implants are generally used, but slight enlargements are also possible with the patient’s own fat (fat transfer).
Breast Reduction
This surgery is a functional necessity as well as aesthetic. Excessively large breasts cause back/neck pain, posture disorders, rashes under the breast, and bra strap marks.
- Result: Excess breast tissue and skin are removed to obtain lighter and perkier breasts proportional to the body.
Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
Even if the breast volume is sufficient, the nipple may sag downwards due to gravity, age, and breastfeeding. With lift surgery, the breast tissue is reshaped, and the nipple is moved to the level it should be. If necessary, it can also be supported with a small implant.
Special for Men
Gynecomastia Treatment
The condition of female-type growth of breast tissue in men is called gynecomastia. It can occur due to hormonal imbalances, medication use, or genetic reasons.
- Treatment: Depending on the severity of the condition, it is treated with only Liposuction or surgical removal of the mammary gland. It is one of the leading operations that boost men’s self-confidence the most.
When is the Right Time for Change?
Body aesthetic surgeries are powerful tools for a person to feel better and make peace with mirrors. However, it should not be forgotten that these surgeries are not “magic wands” but surgical procedures.
For a successful result:
- Be realistic in your expectations.
- Quit habits that impair healing, such as smoking, before the operation.
- Definitely consult with a Plastic Surgeon who is an expert and experienced in the field.
Your body is your home; give it the care it deserves and do not hesitate to take steps to achieve your dream look.