Body Contouring Turkey — Body Lift, Thigh Lift & Six-Pack Istanbul

All prices are all-inclusive: surgeon fee, operating theatre, general anaesthesia, hospital stay, four- to five-star hotel, VIP airport transfers, pre-operative tests, compression garments, post-operative medications, and 12-month aftercare.

360 Body Lift

A 360 body lift, also called a circumferential body lift or belt lipectomy, removes a continuous band of excess skin and fat from around the entire midsection — abdomen, flanks, lower back, and buttocks. It is the most comprehensive body contouring procedure and is typically performed on patients who have lost 30 kg or more through bariatric surgery or sustained dieting.

How It Works

The surgeon makes a circumferential incision around the body at approximately hip level. Excess skin and fat are removed as a continuous belt of tissue. The remaining skin is pulled tight and closed under tension, dramatically reshaping the waistline, flattening the abdomen, lifting the outer thighs, and elevating the buttocks.

Duration: 4 to 6 hours under general anaesthesia. Hospital stay: 2 to 3 nights. Recovery: 3 to 4 weeks before returning to desk work. Full recovery at 3 to 6 months.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

• Patients who have lost significant weight (30+ kg) and have circumferential excess skin
• Stable weight for at least 6 months (ideally 12 months after bariatric surgery)
• BMI ideally below 30
• Non-smoker or willing to stop 4+ weeks before surgery
• Realistic expectations — a body lift removes excess skin but does not replace weight loss

Scarring

A 360 body lift produces a scar around the entire circumference of the body at hip level, similar to a low-rise bikini line. The scar fades over 12 to 18 months and is designed to be hidden by underwear and swimwear.

Thigh Lift

A thigh lift (thighplasty) removes excess skin and fat from the inner thighs, outer thighs, or both. It is one of the most requested procedures after massive weight loss, as the inner thighs are particularly prone to skin laxity that causes chafing, irritation, and difficulty with clothing.

Types of Thigh Lift

Inner (Medial) Thigh Lift: An incision in the groin crease extending down the inner thigh. Removes hanging skin from the inner thigh. The most common type.

Vertical Thigh Lift: The incision runs from the groin down the inner thigh to the knee. Required for significant skin excess that a groin-only incision cannot address.

Outer (Lateral) Thigh Lift: Addresses the outer thigh and saddlebag area. Often combined with a body lift.

Duration: 2 to 3 hours. Hospital stay: 1 night. Recovery: 2 to 3 weeks to desk work. No strenuous exercise for 6 to 8 weeks.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

• Excess skin on the inner or outer thighs after weight loss or ageing
• Chafing or skin irritation between the thighs
• Stable weight for at least 3 to 6 months
• BMI below 30 preferred
• Non-smoker

Pricing

Thigh lift starts from £2,020 / $3,216 / €2,950 all-inclusive. In the UK, a thigh lift costs £5,000 to £8,000 at a private clinic. In the USA, $6,500 to $10,000.

Six-Pack Surgery (Abdominal Etching)

Six-pack surgery, also known as abdominal etching or hi-def liposuction of the abdomen, is a body sculpting procedure that creates visible abdominal muscle definition by selectively removing fat around the rectus abdominis muscles. Using VASER ultrasound technology, the surgeon etches the linea alba (central abdominal line), the tendinous intersections (horizontal lines), and the lateral oblique borders to reveal a defined, athletic six-pack appearance.

How It Works

1. VASER ultrasound liquefies fat in targeted zones around the abdominal muscles.
2. The surgeon uses fine cannulas to selectively remove fat in the grooves between muscles while preserving a thin fat layer over the muscle bellies.
3. Some fat may be redistributed to enhance muscle projection.
4. Compression garments are applied immediately.

Duration: 1.5 to 2.5 hours. Hospital stay: Day case or 1 night. Recovery: 1 to 2 weeks to desk work. Final definition visible at 3 to 6 months once swelling resolves.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

• Already lean — BMI under 28, ideally under 25
• Good underlying muscle tone — the muscles must already be developed; etching reveals what is already there
• Minimal excess skin — skin must be elastic enough to retract over the newly sculpted contours
• Predominantly male — though an increasing number of women request subtle abdominal definition

Six-pack surgery is not a weight loss procedure. It is designed for patients who are already fit but cannot achieve visible definition despite rigorous exercise and diet.

Pricing

Six-pack surgery starts from £2,360 / $2,616 / €2,400 all-inclusive. In the UK, abdominal etching costs £5,000 to £8,000. In the USA, $6,000 to $10,000.

Post-Bariatric Body Contouring: Planning Multiple Procedures

Many patients who have lost significant weight need more than one contouring procedure. MedProper offers staged body contouring plans that address the entire body over two to three surgical sessions, spaced 3 to 6 months apart.

Typical Staging Plan

Stage 1: 360 body lift or tummy tuck + liposuction (addresses the midsection first — the area with the most excess skin and the greatest impact on daily comfort).

Stage 2: Arm lift + breast lift or breast reduction (addresses the upper body).

Stage 3: Thigh lift + back lift if needed (addresses remaining lower body and back skin).

Each stage is planned as an all-inclusive package. Your surgeon creates a comprehensive contouring plan during your free consultation, prioritising procedures based on your goals, anatomy, and safety.

Turkey vs UK vs USA: Body Contouring Cost Comparison

Even after adding flights (£100-£250 from London, $400-$700 from the USA), MedProper's all-inclusive price for any body contouring procedure is typically less than half the UK or US price.