A full body lift in Turkey is a comprehensive surgical procedure removing excess skin and fat around the abdomen, back, hips, and thighs. It reshapes the body with a 360-degree tummy tuck under general anaesthesia, usually lasting 5 to 7 hours, in JCI-accredited hospitals.
- Procedure scope: Includes tummy tuck, back lift, arm lift, and extensive liposuction.
- Typical duration: 5 to 7 hours, shorter if thigh lifts are excluded.
- Hospital stay: Usually 1 to 2 days, with 6 to 7 nights' hotel accommodation included.
- Recovery timeline: Initial 10–15 days; first week has limited movement and soreness.
- Safety standards: Performed in JCI-accredited hospitals like Memorial Şişli and Acıbadem.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Most Turkish full body lifts avoid thigh lifts to reduce infection risks, cutting surgery time by about 2 hours. Packages typically bundle all essentials including hospital stay, hotel, transfers, medications, and follow-ups. Clinics such as Istanbul Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Center offer surgeons with 10,000+ procedures, ensuring steady quality for Australian patients.
Patient Consensus: Australian patients appreciate Turkey’s professional aftercare and clear coordination from airport to hotel and clinic. Many note the initial pain eases after a few days, with hospital and nursing support rated highly. Staying 6–7 nights in 5-star hotels provides good rest during recovery.