Liposuction in Turkey | TruvaBeauty

TruvaBeauty transforms body contouring into a seamless, elevated experience. We connect discerning clients from the U.S. and Europe with board-certified plastic surgeons at internationally accredited hospitals in Turkey. Every detail is thoughtfully arranged-from private consultations and tailored scheduling to chauffeured transfers, elegant accommodations, and dedicated on-site coordinators-so you can enjoy peace of mind, a graceful recovery, and beautifully natural results.

What is Liposuction?

Liposuction (also known as lipoplasty) is a body contouring surgery that removes stubborn pockets of fat through small, discreet incisions using a thin tube called a cannula. It’s ideal for areas that don’t respond to diet and exercise-like the abdomen, hips, thighs, arms, back, flanks, and under the chin. While liposuction can enhance shape and definition, it's not a weight-loss solution. A safe, satisfying outcome depends on choosing the right technique and ensuring you're a good candidate for the procedure. ^{ASPS Mayo Clinic}

Who is a good candidate?

• Well-suited for: adults in good health near a stable, healthy weight, with localized fat deposits and realistic expectations after counseling.^{ASPS (Liposuction Overview)Mayo Clinic}
• Not appropriate: As a primary weight-loss method; patients with uncontrolled medical conditions; those with untreated body dysmorphic disorder; or anyone seeking dramatic tightening where excisional surgery (e.g., tummy tuck) is more appropriate. ^{NHS (UK) Mayo Clinic}

Techniques your surgeon may recommend

• Tumescent liposuction (standard): Diluted lidocaine/epinephrine solution infiltrated to minimize bleeding and improve analgesia, then suction. (Well-established safety when dosed correctly.)^PRSGO
• Power-assisted liposuction (PAL): Mechanized cannula oscillation to enhance efficiency and precision in fibrous areas.^PRSGO
• Ultrasound-assisted liposuction (UAL) / VASER®: Ultrasound energy helps emulsify fat before suction; may benefit revision or fibrous zones when used judiciously.^PRSGO
• Laser-assisted liposuction (LAL): Laser energy to liquefy fat; surgeon selection is individualized based on anatomy, goals, and safety profile-surgeon experience matters more than the device.^PRSGO

Large-volume liposuction is commonly defined by ASPS as >5 liters of aspirate and carries higher physiologic stress; some data suggest risk should be evaluated relative to BMI rather than a fixed cutoff. Your surgeon will advise conservative, staged planning when appropriate. ^{PRS ASPS (Weight Safety)}

Benefits & risks-what to know

• Potential benefits: Improved contour and proportion; clothes fit better; boost in confidence and mobility for some patients.^{ASPS (Liposuction Overview)}
• Risks (not exhaustive): Contour irregularities, seroma, infection, bleeding, DVT/PE, anesthesia risks, sensory changes, fluid shifts, rare organ injury, and need for revision. Risk rises with higher volumes and combined procedures. Careful screening, dosing, and perioperative protocols reduce complications. ^{ASPS (Liposuction Overview)Mayo Clinic}

Medication safety: In tumescent anesthesia, published pharmacokinetic data support approximate lidocaine maxima ~28 mg/kg (without liposuction) and ~45 mg/kg (with liposuction) due to delayed absorption-dosing is individualized and monitored. VTE prevention: Plastic-surgery guidance endorses individualized thromboembolism risk stratification (e.g., 2005 Caprini score) and appropriate mechanical/chemoprophylaxis. Your team will apply current ASPS practice principles and hospital protocols. BBL note: If fat is transferred (a separate procedure) risk considerations differ (e.g., fat embolism). We arrange only with surgeons adhering to current safety advisories and plane-restricted injection techniques.

What does the evidence say?

• Popularity & demand: Liposuction was the most performed cosmetic surgery worldwide in 2023 (>2.2 million cases).^{ISAPS Global Survey}
• Safety practices matter: Implementation of structured perioperative checklists (e.g., WHO Surgical Safety Checklist) reduces complications and mortality; our partner hospitals use formal checklists and time-outs.^{Haynes, et al.}
• Volume vs. risk: Complication risk correlates with aspirate volume and patient BMI-supporting conservative, individualized planning instead of arbitrary cutoffs.^{Chow, et al.}
• Technique & dosing: Modern tumescent, power/ultrasound/laser-assisted techniques are safe in experienced hands when physiologic limits and lidocaine dose guidelines are respected.^{Tabbal, et al.}

Surgical details

Liposuction is typically performed in an accredited hospital setting-either under local anesthesia with sedation for small, targeted areas, or general anesthesia for larger or multi-area procedures. After carefully marking the treatment zones, the surgeon injects a tumescent solution to minimize bleeding and provide local numbing.Fat is then removed using specialized cannulas-such as power-assisted (PAL), ultrasound-assisted (UAL), or laser-assisted (LAL) tools-based on the area and technique best suited to your goals. The surgeon carefully sculpts and blends the contours in layers to ensure a smooth, natural result, then applies a compression garment immediately after surgery to support healing.Most patients return home the same day, with structured follow-up care that includes early nurse check-ins, surgeon evaluations, and continued remote support throughout your recovery.^{ASPS (Liposuction Overview)}

Anesthesia, length of stay & recovery (typical)

• OR time: ~1-3 hours per defined area set (varies by zones and total volume).
• Early recovery (days 1-7): soreness, swelling, bruising; short ambulation encouraged; continuous compression per protocol.
• Weeks 2-4: many return to desk work in ~3-7 days; light exercise usually after 2-3 weeks when cleared.
• Final contour: edema refines over 3-6+ months (timeline depends on areas treated & individual healing).^{NHS (UK)Mayo Clinic}

Sample 7-9 day itinerary (medical travel)

• Day 1: Arrive → private transfer → hotel check-in → coordinator briefing
• Day 2: In-person exam, labs/photos, consent, garment sizing
• Day 3: Surgery day (outpatient)
• Days 4-6: Rest, nurse checks, garment care, medication review
• Days 7-9: Surgeon review; fit-to-fly letter if cleared (plan may vary)

We incorporate WHO surgical safety checklists and ASPS-aligned venous thromboembolism (VTE) prevention protocols in partner hospitals.^{Haynes, et al. ASPS (Patient Safety)}

Preparing for surgery

• Stop nicotine 4-6 weeks before & after; adjust blood thinners / supplements only with prescribing clinician approval.
• Share complete medical history (prior clots, medications, OSA, allergies) to guide anesthesia planning & Caprini-based VTE prophylaxis.
• Plan recovery logistics: time off work, childcare/pet care, compression garment wear, early ambulation schedule.

^{Caprini ASPS (Liposuction Overview)}