- Overview
What is a 360 Lift?
Most body contouring procedures address the body from the front. A tummy tuck flattens the abdomen. Liposuction targets specific areas. But the body is three dimensional — and a result that looks transformed from the front while remaining unchanged from the side or back is never truly complete.
A 360 Lift, also known as a circumferential body lift, is a comprehensive contouring procedure that addresses the entire midsection in a single treatment. By treating the abdomen, flanks and back together, Dr. Orman delivers a transformation that is visible from every angle — a completely sculpted, balanced and natural silhouette that no single targeted procedure can achieve alone.
The 360 Lift is particularly effective for patients who have experienced significant weight loss, post-pregnancy body changes or stubborn fat and skin laxity that extends around the entire torso rather than in isolated areas. It is one of the most comprehensive and transformative body procedures Dr. Orman performs.
Comprehensive Contouring
Combines fat removal, skin tightening and body sculpting in a single procedure — addressing multiple concerns at once for a result no single treatment can match.
Dramatic Transformation
For patients with significant fat deposits or skin laxity around the entire midsection, the 360 Lift delivers results that are simply not achievable through targeted procedures alone.
Single Recovery
Addressing the entire midsection in one operation means one anaesthetic, one hospital stay and one recovery period rather than multiple staged procedures.
Lasting Results
With a stable weight and healthy lifestyle, the results of a 360 Lift are designed to be long lasting — delivering a permanently improved silhouette.
- Who Is Suitable
Is a 360 Lift right for you?
The 360 Lift is one of the most significant body contouring procedures available. It delivers dramatic results but requires careful patient selection to ensure the best possible outcome.
Good candidates are typically:
- At or close to their stable ideal weight for at least 6 to 12 months
- In good general health with no unmanaged underlying medical conditions
- Non-smokers or willing to stop smoking well in advance of surgery
- Experiencing excess fat or skin laxity that extends around the entire midsection including the flanks and back
- Those who have experienced significant weight loss and are left with loose or sagging skin around the torso
- Post-pregnancy patients whose body changes extend beyond the abdomen
- Holding realistic expectations about outcomes, recovery time and scarring
- Emotionally and physically prepared for a significant surgical procedure and recovery
You may wish to wait if:
- You are planning further significant weight loss as this will affect your results
- You are planning to become pregnant in the future
- You smoke and are not willing to stop before and after surgery
- You have unmanaged health conditions that may affect anaesthesia or healing
- You are not prepared for a longer recovery compared to less extensive procedures
- Your concerns are limited to the front of the abdomen only in which case a tummy tuck may be more appropriate
- The Procedure
What happens during your 360 Lift procedure?
The 360 Lift is a comprehensive procedure that requires careful planning and surgical expertise. Here is a step by step overview of what to expect.
Consultation & Planning
Before surgery, Dr. Orman conducts a thorough consultation to assess your anatomy, skin quality, fat distribution and goals. The treatment plan is carefully designed to address your specific concerns around the entire midsection while delivering the most natural and balanced possible result.
Anaesthesia
The 360 Lift is performed under general anaesthesia in an internationally accredited private hospital in Istanbul. You will be completely comfortable and unaware throughout the entire procedure.
Liposuction
Dr. Orman begins with liposuction of the abdomen, flanks and back to remove excess fat deposits and refine the overall contour of the midsection. This stage lays the foundation for the sculpted result.
Skin Removal and Tightening
Excess skin is carefully removed from around the entire circumference of the midsection. The remaining skin is lifted and tightened, dramatically improving the contour of the abdomen, flanks and back simultaneously.
Closing and Compression
All incisions are carefully closed and a compression garment is applied to support the treated areas, minimise swelling and help the skin conform to its new contours. You are then moved to your private recovery room where Dr. Orman will visit you personally before discharge.
- The Recovery
What to expect during your 360 Lift recovery.
Recovery from a 360 Lift is longer than recovery from a single targeted procedure — which is to be expected given the comprehensive nature of the treatment. Being well prepared for your recovery is an important part of achieving the best possible result.
Timeline:
Days 1–3
Swelling, bruising and discomfort across the treated areas is completely normal. Pain is well managed with prescribed medication. You will remain in Istanbul under medical supervision, wearing your compression garment continuously and resting as much as possible.
Week 1–2
Swelling begins to reduce and bruising starts to fade. Most patients feel more comfortable moving around by the end of week one. You will attend a follow-up appointment with Dr. Orman before returning home. Light walking is encouraged to support circulation.
Week 2–6
Most patients can manage light daily activities and return to desk work from around week 3. Compression garments continue to be worn. Results begin to become visible as swelling reduces and the treated areas settle into their new contours.
Month 1–3
Strenuous exercise and heavy lifting should be avoided until cleared by Dr. Orman, typically around 6 to 8 weeks. Results continue to improve as residual swelling resolves and scars begin to fade and soften.
Final Results
Final results are typically fully visible between 4 and 6 months after surgery. The completely transformed, naturally sculpted silhouette you and Dr. Orman discussed is now fully revealed from every angle.
Activities to avoid during recovery:
- Strenuous exercise or heavy lifting for at least 6 to 8 weeks
- Removing your compression garment before advised
- Swimming or submerging incisions in water for at least 6 weeks
- Smoking throughout the entire recovery period
- Sleeping on your stomach during early recovery
- Significant weight fluctuations which can affect your results
True transformation is not just what you see from the front. It is how you look and feel from every single angle.
- Why a 360 Lift
A complete transformation — from every angle.
The 360 Lift delivers what no single targeted procedure can — a fully sculpted, balanced silhouette that looks transformed from every direction.
Complete Circumference
The abdomen, flanks and back are treated together in a single procedure — delivering a result that is visible and natural from every angle.
Skin and Fat Together
By addressing both excess fat and loose skin simultaneously, the 360 Lift delivers a more complete and dramatic transformation than liposuction or skin removal alone.
One Surgery. One Recovery.
Treating the entire midsection in a single operation means one anaesthetic, one hospital stay and one recovery period saving months compared to staging procedures separately.
Tailored to You
Every 360 Lift is designed around your specific anatomy, concerns and goals. Dr. Orman creates a personalised treatment plan that addresses exactly what you want to change.
Long Lasting Results
With a stable weight and healthy lifestyle after surgery, the results of your 360 Lift are designed to last for years giving you a permanently improved silhouette.
World-Class Care in Istanbul
All procedures are performed in internationally accredited hospitals in Istanbul with full concierge support from airport transfer to final follow-up.
- Body Aesthetics
360 Lift
- Hospital Stay
1–2 Nights
- Operation Duration
3–5 Hours
- Anaesthesia
General
- Stay in Istanbul
7-10 Days
- Recovery Duration
4–6 Weeks
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- FAQs
Everything you need to know before taking the next step.
Whether you want to know if a 360 Lift is suitable for your specific concerns or simply want to understand what the journey looks like, reach out on WhatsApp and we will get back to you within 24 hours.
A tummy tuck addresses the front of the abdomen only, removing excess skin and tightening the abdominal muscles. A 360 Lift goes significantly further by treating the entire circumference of the midsection including the flanks and back, delivering a far more comprehensive transformation. If your concerns extend beyond the front of the abdomen, a 360 Lift is likely the more appropriate procedure.
As with any procedure that involves skin removal, scarring is a normal part of the outcome. Dr. Orman places incisions as discreetly as possible, typically along the natural waistline where they can be concealed beneath clothing. Scars continue to fade and soften significantly over 12 to 18 months following surgery.
Ideally you should be at or very close to your stable target weight before surgery and have maintained that weight for at least 6 to 12 months. The 360 Lift is a contouring procedure not a weight loss procedure, and the best results come from patients whose weight is already stable.
Yes. The 360 Lift is frequently combined with breast procedures or thigh lifts as part of a more comprehensive body transformation. Dr. Orman will advise on the safest and most effective combination during your consultation.
Yes. The 360 Lift is one of the most effective procedures for patients who have lost a significant amount of weight and are left with loose or sagging skin around the entire midsection. It is designed specifically to address the kind of circumferential skin laxity that targeted procedures cannot resolve.
With a stable weight and healthy lifestyle the results of a 360 Lift are long lasting. The structural changes made during surgery are permanent. However significant weight fluctuations after surgery can affect your results over time.
Cost varies depending on the specific elements of your treatment plan. Dr. Orman provides fully transparent, all-inclusive pricing during your consultation covering surgery, hospital fees, accommodation, transfers and aftercare with no hidden costs.
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