Surgical Aesthetics · Mommy Makeover · Istanbul
Mommy Makeover
Istanbul
“In body contouring my aim is proportion, not excess; I create a natural, balanced line tailored to each body.”
A Mommy Makeover is a personalised combination of procedures such as tummy tuck, breast surgery and liposuction to address changes after pregnancy and childbirth. It is performed by our experienced team in a single surgical plan. For all surgical procedures see our surgical aesthetics page.
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Op. Dr. Selman Taşkın · Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgeon
You had a mommy makeover — after the surgery, when and what activities can you do? First of all, after the surgery, on the first day, we want our patients to start walking. Because walking from the first day helps prevent undesired risky conditions from occurring. It actually supports a faster recovery process. So, when can you start walking upright? After this surgery, generally within one week, gradually, day by day, the patient can correct their position and posture and start walking more upright. We usually expect patients to return to work after two weeks. As for the compression garment, I recommend using it for six weeks. After two months, we allow patients to start exercising. As for lifting heavy objects, patients can start gradually and lightly. By the end of three months, we actually observe most of the final results of this surgery.The Post-Pregnancy Belly
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Op. Dr. Selman Taşkın · Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgeon
One of the most frequent frustrations I hear from mothers in my consultation room is: 'Even after giving birth, I can't get my old shape back, even with exercise. Is there a solution?' When combined with liposuction, we both repair the muscles and shape the body more precisely. By removing fat from the right areas, we create a more athletic and defined body shape than before pregnancy.Mommy Makeover Components
Which procedures are combined is set by your goals and the examination; every plan is personalised.
The components are examples; the suitable combination and sequence for you are set with a clinical assessment.
Process and Planning
- Consultation and health assessment: goals, expectations and suitability are reviewed together.
- Combination plan: which procedures to do in one session is planned safely.
- General anaesthesia and a fully equipped theatre: the operation is performed with an expert team.
- Observation: depending on the case, 1-2 nights of hospital monitoring may be advised.
- Stay in Istanbul: usually 7-10 days is advised for check-ups and a safe return.
- Suture/drain follow-up and review: healing is monitored closely and a written care plan is given.
Candidacy and Timing
- Having completed childbirth and breastfeeding (usually a few months after weaning).
- Weight that has been stable for a while; results are better at a stable, near-ideal weight.
- No plans for pregnancy in the near future (a new pregnancy can change the result).
- General health suitable for surgery; chronic conditions are assessed first.
- Realistic expectations and motivation to support the process.
- Stopping smoking for the period indicated for healing.
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Mommy Makeover — Frequently Asked Questions
A Mommy Makeover is a surgical plan combining procedures such as tummy tuck, breast surgery and liposuction, personalised to address changes after pregnancy and childbirth.
Often a tummy tuck, breast lift/augmentation and liposuction; muscle (diastasis) repair if needed. The content is set by need.
In suitable cases the procedures can be combined in one operation, giving the advantage of a single recovery. Safety is assessed as the priority.
The procedures are performed under general anaesthesia, in a fully equipped theatre with an expert team.
Duration varies with the combined procedures; combination surgeries can take several hours. The exact time is shared per your plan.
Rest is advised in the first days; most return to desk work usually within 2-3 weeks. Longer is needed for heavy exertion; you get a tailored schedule.
Tummy tuck and breast procedures leave scars; they are planned to be hidden within underwear/swimwear and fade over time. Care improves their appearance.
Yes; it is advised after breastfeeding is completed and when no near-term pregnancy is planned, as a new pregnancy can affect the result.
A 7-10 day stay is usually advised for check-ups and a safe flight; the exact time depends on the scope.
With stable weight and a healthy lifestyle results are maintained long term; however significant weight change or a new pregnancy can affect them.
Mommy Makeover and all aesthetic and surgical procedures are planned and personally performed by Op. Dr. Selman Taşkın, Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. A graduate of İstanbul University-Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine with reconstructive microsurgery experience at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital (Taiwan), Dr. Taşkın's expertise is the foundation of safe, natural results.
Under general anaesthesia, excess sagging skin and fat are removed, loosened abdominal muscles are tightened and a firmer, flatter contour is created; I plan to your body.
Liposuction only removes excess fat; a tummy tuck additionally corrects sagging skin and loosened muscles, and when needed I combine the two.
The incision is usually placed in the lower abdominal line that underwear will hide; the scar fades and becomes inconspicuous over time.
There is swelling and tightness in the first days and a compression garment is recommended for a few weeks; most patients return to light activity within 2 weeks and the result settles over a few months.
It is done under general anaesthesia with no pain; the tightness and tenderness afterwards are easily controlled with painkillers.
The removed skin and fat are permanently gone; with a stable weight and lifestyle the result lasts for many years, though large weight changes can affect it.
Healthy people with a relatively stable weight, excess skin or stubborn fat and realistic expectations are suitable; I assess suitability at the examination.
Free pre-assessment for a Mommy Makeover
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