Op. Dr. Bora Yücel
Tummy Tuck for a Flat Stomach
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- July 24, 2025
- 4 min read
- Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist Op. Dr. Bora Yücel
Excessive weight gain and loss, rapid weight gain and loss, and multiple pregnancies can cause sagging, excess skin, and fat accumulation in the abdominal area. Living with a large belly can lower an individual's quality of life and damage their self-confidence. Some individuals who have tried all methods to reduce their belly fat may not be able to eliminate it because, when the deformation of the internal abdominal structures is severe, it may not be possible to resolve it through healthy eating and regular exercise alone.
There is no need for individuals who want to get rid of their belly fat to feel hopeless. You can consult your aesthetic and plastic surgery specialist doctor and undergo abdominoplasty surgery to achieve a flat stomach. After the examination, your plastic surgeon will provide you with the necessary information about the most suitable type of tummy tuck for you and guide you accordingly.
By undergoing tummy tuck surgery and following your doctor's recommendations, you can achieve the flat stomach of your dreams.
The different types of tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty)
The most common types of tummy tuck surgery are:
- Classic tummy tuck surgery,
- Mini tummy tuck surgery (mini abdominoplasty),
- Fleur de Lys tummy tuck surgery,
- Tummy tuck revision surgery (Second tummy tuck)
Classic tummy tuck surgery
An incision is made in the bikini area, extending from the C-section site to the front protrusions of the pelvic bones on both sides. A second incision is made around the navel. The skin is lifted from this incision to the lower rib area. The abdominal muscles are sutured and tightened, and excess skin and fat are removed by pulling the abdominal skin downward. The navel is repositioned. Liposuction is also done to remove fat from the abdomen and waist. The incision is sutured, and the operation is completed.
Mini tummy tuck (Mini abdominoplasty)
This surgery is performed only on the lower abdomen. Mini abdominoplasty may be a suitable option, especially for people who have excess skin and fat deposits only in the lower abdomen.
The incision made during a mini abdominoplasty is shorter than the incision made during a full abdominoplasty. The navel is not repositioned during this procedure. The abdominal wall is supported with sutures to tighten the abdominal muscles. The incision is closed with sutures, and the operation is completed.
Fleur de Lys tummy tuck surgery
Fleur de Lys tummy tuck surgery may be a suitable option only for people who have excessive skin and fat deposits in the abdominal area. It is a more extensive and serious surgery than standard tummy tuck surgery.
In standard tummy tuck surgery, excess skin is removed by pulling it downwards. However, in this procedure, the skin sagging and looseness are excessive, so pulling downward will not be sufficient. In this case, a second incision is made from top to bottom in the middle of the abdominal area. The excess tissue between these incisions is removed. After the surgery, a horizontal suture area is formed in the lower abdominal area and a second suture area extends from top to bottom in the abdominal area.
Circumferential abdominoplasty (belt lipectomy) is a tightening surgery performed only on the waist area. This surgery removes excess skin and fat around the waist. Loose muscles are tightened before the procedure is completed.
Tummy tuck revision surgery (Second tummy tuck)
This is a second tummy tuck surgery performed to resolve problems that arise after classic tummy tuck surgery. It simply refers to secondary abdominoplasty surgery.
What is mini tummy tuck (abdominoplasty)?
In abdominoplasty, factors such as the degree of sagging of the skin, the elasticity of the abdominal skin, and the looseness of the abdominal wall muscles are considered. Planning is done accordingly. If the stretch marks, sagging, and looseness are not excessive, mini tummy tucks are performed. In mini abdominoplasty, methods such as liposuction can also be applied additionally. A mini tummy tuck is a procedure that only shapes excess fat, muscle, and skin in the lower abdominal area, without shaping the belly area.
It is most commonly performed on patients who do not have weight issues but have accumulated excess fat as a result of rapid weight gain and loss due to sports or pregnancy. These patients typically have a normal body mass index, are muscular, and have loose skin.
In men, the most common cause of abdominal protrusion is dangerous visceral fat accumulation and bloating associated with intestinal sluggishness. In such cases, continued alcohol consumption, a sedentary lifestyle, and an unbalanced diet render abdominoplasty surgery unnecessary.
What is a full tummy tuck?
If the sagging and looseness in the abdomen are severe, a full tummy tuck is performed to achieve a flat stomach. Full tummy tucks are generally required by individuals who have gained and lost weight rapidly, women who have had three or more children, and mothers who have retained their post-caesarean section belly. In these patients, the anterior abdominal wall and abdominal muscles are loose, and these problems are eliminated with surgery.
Individuals with excessive fat accumulation in the front abdominal wall and waist area may also undergo a full abdominoplasty to achieve a flat stomach. In these cases, liposuction may also be performed in addition to the abdominoplasty. When both procedures are performed simultaneously, body contouring becomes easier.
Is it possible to achieve a flat stomach without surgery?
Many cosmetic procedures can be performed without surgery. However, no method can eliminate sagging, loosening, and stretch marks on the abdominal skin without surgery. Therefore, non-surgical abdominal aesthetics are not possible at this time.
What are some alternative treatments for a flat stomach?
Liposuction can be performed to achieve a flat stomach. The individual must be a suitable candidate for liposuction. Liposuction is a method of removing fat using a vacuum. If a patient has limited fat accumulation, tight skin, and a strong abdominal wall, liposuction may be considered as an alternative for individuals of normal weight.
Diet and exercise programs are effective in reducing body fat. However, they do not effectively address skin sagging.
How to make your stomach look good?
Having a beautiful, firm, and flat stomach depends on three things:
- Skin (elastic and without stretch marks)
- Fat tissue (evenly distributed)
- Rectus muscle (The rectus muscle is like two cylinders located on either side of the belly button.)
How does abdominal deformation begin?
The first step in abdominal deformation is the accumulation of fat under the abdominal skin as a result of weight gain during youth. As a result of the relaxation of the abdominal muscles, the organs in the abdominal cavity spread over a wide area. This causes the abdomen to become distended. The growth of the belly in middle-aged men is caused by the accumulation of fat in the internal organs of the abdomen.
What causes sagging abdominal skin?
- Pregnancy,
- Genetic factors,
- Rapid weight gain,
- Long-term obesity,
- Diet and eating habits,
- Decreased collagen production with advancing age,
These are some of the factors that cause sagging in the abdominal skin.
What is the purpose of an abdominoplasty?
The aim of abdominoplasty is to achieve a flat and firm abdomen with removed fat, resulting in a more youthful body appearance. If there is fat accumulation in the waist area in addition to the abdomen and belly, abdominoplasty can be performed in conjunction with liposuction. Abdominoplasty surgery performed to achieve a flat stomach can result in a flat and firm stomach and a bikini body. Abdominal surgery can result in a 1-2 size reduction, increased self-confidence, and physical beauty. Increased self-confidence has a positive effect on psychology, creating a positive mood.
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