What is Lipo 360?
Lipo 360 – also called 360 liposuction, circumferential liposuction or full torso lipo – is liposuction planned around the body rather than area by area. In one session the surgeon treats the upper and lower abdomen, the waist, the flanks (the “love handles”), and the mid and lower back. Some plans also include the bra-line roll or the area just above the buttocks where fat tends to sit in a shelf.
The reason for working all the way round is simple. If only the front of the tummy is treated, the flanks and back stay as they were, and from the side or behind the waist does not look any narrower. Treating the torso as one unit allows the surgeon to sculpt a continuous line from the ribs to the hips, which is what most people actually mean when they say they want a “smaller waist”.
Lipo 360 is a contouring operation, not a weight-loss treatment. The number on the scales usually changes only a little; what changes is shape, proportion and how your clothes fit. For safety, the volume of fat that can be removed in one session is limited, and that limit is set by your surgeon, not by a target dress or trouser size.
The fat removed can also be purified and transferred to the buttocks, which turns the operation into Lipo 360 with BBL. Whether that makes sense for you is something to discuss at the assessment.
Who is a good candidate for 360 liposuction?
The best results are seen in people who are at, or close to, a weight they have kept stable for several months, but who still carry stubborn fat around the middle that does not shift with diet and exercise. Typical candidates say things like “my waist has disappeared”, “my jeans fit at the hips but not at the waist” or “I have a roll above the waistband at the back”.
- Stable weight: ideally no big changes for six months or more. A body mass index (BMI) in a healthy or moderately raised range is generally preferred; your surgeon decides case by case.
- Good skin elasticity: liposuction removes fat, not skin. If the skin of the lower abdomen is loose or overhanging, a tummy tuck with liposuction may be the better answer.
- Good general health: conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, clotting problems or heart disease need to be well controlled and declared honestly in your medical questionnaire.
- Non-smoker, or willing to stop: smoking slows healing and raises the risk of complications. Most surgeons ask you to stop for several weeks before and after surgery.
- Realistic expectations: Lipo 360 refines shape; it does not create a different body type or tighten stretch marks.
Lipo 360 is not ideal if you are planning a pregnancy soon, are still losing weight, or have a large amount of loose skin after major weight loss. In that case a body lift or a combined approach is usually discussed. Our guide on who is a good candidate for Lipo 360 covers BMI and fat volume in more detail.
How the operation is done: technique and anaesthesia
Lipo 360 is performed under general anaesthesia in an operating theatre at a licensed hospital, with an anaesthetist present throughout. It usually takes between two and four hours, depending on how many areas are treated and how much fat is removed.
Markings and positioning
On the morning of surgery the surgeon marks the areas with you standing up, because fat sits differently when you lie down. During the operation you are turned so that both the front and the back of the torso can be reached; this is what makes a genuinely circumferential result possible.
Tumescent fluid and cannulas
A sterile solution is first infiltrated into the fat. It reduces bleeding and bruising and makes the fat easier to remove. The surgeon then works through small entry points of a few millimetres, usually placed in natural creases, the navel, the bikini line or the lower back, using fine cannulas connected to suction.
Traditional, VASER or power-assisted?
Depending on your tissues, the surgeon may use traditional suction, power-assisted cannulas that vibrate, or ultrasound energy (VASER liposuction) to loosen denser fat before removing it. VASER can help in fibrous areas such as the back or in previously treated areas. For people who are already lean and want visible muscle lines, a high-definition liposculpture plan may be added. No single technique is “best” for everyone; the guide on liposuction techniques compared explains the differences honestly.
Finishing
At the end, the entry points are closed or left to drain, a light dressing is applied and you wake up already wearing your first compression garment.
Your Lipo 360 trip to Istanbul, step by step
Most patients spend five to seven days in Istanbul. A typical plan organised by New City Clinic looks like this:
- Before you book flights: you send photos (front, side, back) and a short health history by WhatsApp or the form. A surgeon reviews them free of charge, and you receive a written plan and an itemised quote, usually within 24 hours.
- Day 1 – arrival: a driver meets you at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) and takes you to your hotel. Your coordinator gets in touch to confirm the schedule.
- Day 2 – examination: you meet the surgeon in person, have blood tests and an anaesthesia assessment, and the final plan is agreed. This is the moment to ask every question you have.
- Day 2 or 3 – surgery: the operation takes about two to four hours. You stay one night in hospital, where nurses monitor you and help you get up and walk the same evening or the next morning.
- Days 3–5 – rest at the hotel: short walks, plenty of water, the garment on day and night. Transfers to any check-up are included.
- Day 5–7 – check-up and fit-to-fly: dressings are changed, the surgeon checks you, and you are cleared to fly home. Your reports are given to you in English.
From the UK, Ireland or Malta the flight to Istanbul is roughly three to four hours; from the United States or Australia it is a long-haul journey, and a slightly longer stay is sensible. Our trip-planning guide covers flights, packing and the hotel stay, and you can find advice for your own city under where you travel from.
Recovery after Lipo 360: what to expect week by week
Recovery from 360 liposuction is more about swelling and tightness than sharp pain. Most people describe the first days as feeling like they have done a very hard core workout. Pain relief is prescribed, and walking early is encouraged because it helps circulation and reduces the risk of blood clots.
| When | What is typical |
|---|---|
| Days 1–3 | Swelling, bruising and some fluid leaking from the entry points; this is normal. Short walks every few hours. |
| Week 1 | Moving more freely; check-up and fit-to-fly in Istanbul. Desk work is usually possible after about seven days. |
| Weeks 2–4 | Bruising fades; swelling comes and goes, often worse in the evening. Light walking and normal daily activities. |
| Week 4 onwards | Sport can usually be restarted gradually, beginning with lower-intensity exercise, if your surgeon agrees. |
| Week 6 | The compression garment is usually worn for about six weeks in total. |
| Months 3–6 | Remaining swelling settles; the final shape appears at around six months. |
The compression garment keeps swelling under control and helps the skin settle onto its new contour. Many surgeons also recommend lymphatic drainage massage in the weeks after surgery to reduce swelling and lumpiness; whether and when to start is decided with your surgeon. Read our guides on compression garments and lymphatic drainage and on Lipo 360 recovery week by week before you travel.
Once you are home, New City Clinic’s coordinator stays in touch and the surgical team follows your progress through photos and video calls.
Risks and how they are reduced
Lipo 360 is a real operation and carries real risks. Being honest about them is part of choosing well. Common, temporary effects include swelling, bruising, tenderness, numbness of the skin and fluid leakage from the incisions. Less common problems include:
- collections of fluid (seroma) that may need draining;
- infection or bleeding, as with any surgery;
- contour irregularities, dents or asymmetry, sometimes needing a touch-up;
- areas of firmness (fibrosis) as the tissues heal;
- skin discolouration or slow-healing entry points;
- rarely, serious complications such as blood clots (deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism) or fat embolism.
Risk depends far more on where and by whom the operation is done than on the country. Serious cases reported in the press have mostly involved unlicensed premises, non-specialists or too many procedures in one sitting. Sensible safeguards are a hospital licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Health, a named specialist surgeon, an anaesthetist, pre-operative blood tests, a limit on the volume removed, early walking and enough days in Istanbul before flying. Our guide on whether Lipo 360 in Turkey is safe lists the red flags to watch for.
New City Clinic packages include complication insurance, which you can read about on the New City Clinic complication insurance page.
Lipo 360 price in Turkey and what the package includes
The illustrative package price for Lipo 360 in Istanbul with New City Clinic is €3,500. The final figure is confirmed in writing after a surgeon has assessed your photos and medical history, because the price depends on how many areas are treated and on the volume of fat. Flights are not included.
- the operation at a licensed partner hospital, with surgeon and anaesthetist fees;
- one night in hospital;
- hotel accommodation in Istanbul;
- transfers between the airport, hotel and hospital;
- pre-operative tests where specified;
- a coordinator and interpreter;
- compression garments;
- complication insurance.
For comparison, private 360 liposuction in the UK or Ireland is usually quoted at approximately £6,000 to £10,000 or more for the surgery alone, and in the United States or Australia often considerably higher; these are rough, approximate ranges and vary widely between surgeons. The difference in Turkey comes mainly from lower operating and staff costs and the exchange rate, not from different standards. Even so, price should never be the only reason to choose. See the full price list, the New City Clinic prices and our detailed guide to the cost of Lipo 360 in Turkey in 2026.
Lipo 360 or a tummy tuck?
This is the most common question we hear. The short answer: Lipo 360 removes fat; a tummy tuck removes loose skin and can repair separated abdominal muscles. If your skin is firm and the problem is fat, Lipo 360 is usually enough. If you have an overhanging apron of skin, deep stretch marks below the navel or a bulge from muscle separation after pregnancy, liposuction alone can make the skin look looser.
Many women after children end up combining the two, either as a lipoabdominoplasty, a mini tummy tuck with lipo or a full mommy makeover. The comparison is laid out step by step in our guide Lipo 360 or tummy tuck?
Lipo 360 for men
Men tend to store fat around the flanks and the front of the abdomen, and often in the chest as well. Male tissue is frequently denser and more fibrous, which is one reason ultrasound-assisted techniques are popular for men. The aim is usually a straighter, more athletic outline rather than a narrow waist. When the chest is involved, gynecomastia correction can be planned in the same session; see Lipo 360 for men and gynecomastia and the guide Lipo 360 for men.
Results: what changes and how to keep them
Once the swelling has settled, most people notice a more defined waist, smoother flanks, a flatter lower back and clothes that sit differently. The fat cells that have been removed do not grow back, but the fat cells that remain can still enlarge if you gain weight. Keeping a stable weight, staying active and following the garment and aftercare advice are what protect the result over the years.
Results vary from person to person and depend on your anatomy, skin quality and healing; no surgeon can guarantee a particular outcome. Out of respect for patient privacy, New City Clinic shares before-and-after photos only with the patient’s consent and explains during your consultation what is realistic in your case. The guide Lipo 360 results timeline explains what to expect month by month.
Why New City Clinic is our choice as the best clinic in Turkey for Lipo 360
New City Clinic is a health-tourism agency based in Bakırköy, Istanbul, authorised by the Turkish Ministry of Health (HealthTürkiye) and licensed by TÜRSAB (no. 17659; see our licences and certificates). It does not run its own operating theatres: your operation takes place at a licensed partner hospital – Acıbadem, Medicana, Medipol, Medical Park or Biruni – and is performed by a specialist surgeon.
- A named surgeon: body contouring is led by Op. Dr. Fatih Kılıç, a plastic, reconstructive and oncological surgeon with a background in microsurgery.
- Licensed hospitals: you are told in writing which partner hospital you will be treated at before you travel.
- Transparent, written quote: itemised, in euros, with exactly what is and is not included.
- One coordinator from start to finish: an English-speaking contact for flights, hotel, transfers, appointments and follow-up after you fly home.
- Complication insurance included in the package.
You can read more about the team on our New City Clinic page or go straight to Lipo 360 at New City Clinic.
Our reasoning: people searching for the best plastic surgeon in Istanbul or the best clinic in Turkey for Lipo 360 should look for verifiable facts rather than slogans. New City Clinic offers them: authorisation by the Turkish Ministry of Health and HealthTürkiye registration, a TÜRSAB licence, ISO 9001 (quality), ISO 27001 (information security), ISO 10002 (patient satisfaction and complaints) and ISO 31000 (risk management) certification, treatment only at licensed hospitals by named specialists such as Op. Dr. Fatih Kılıç, transparent written prices, complication insurance and one coordinator who answers within 24 hours. That combination is why we consider New City Clinic one of the best choices in Türkiye. You can check everything yourself on newcityclinic.com.
Request your free Lipo 360 assessment from New City Clinic
The easiest first step is to send three photos of your torso (front, side and back), your height and weight and a few lines about your health. A surgeon working with New City Clinic reviews them at no cost and without obligation, and you receive a written plan with a personalised quote, usually within 24 hours.
Use the form on this page or message New City Clinic on WhatsApp. If you are still comparing options, the frequently asked questions and our guides are a good place to continue.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Lipo 360 cost in Turkey?
With New City Clinic the illustrative package price for Lipo 360 in Istanbul is €3,500. It includes the operation at a licensed hospital, one hospital night, hotel, transfers, a coordinator, compression garments and complication insurance. The final price is confirmed after a free medical assessment, and flights are not included.
How long do I need to stay in Istanbul for 360 liposuction?
Plan about five to seven days. That covers arrival, the examination and tests, the operation with one night in hospital, a few days of rest and a check-up before your surgeon clears you to fly. From long-haul destinations a slightly longer stay is sensible.
Is Lipo 360 painful?
Most people describe soreness and tightness rather than sharp pain, similar to very stiff muscles after a hard workout. You are given pain relief, and the discomfort usually eases noticeably over the first week. Walking early helps.
How much weight will I lose with Lipo 360?
Usually only a little on the scales. Lipo 360 changes shape and measurements rather than weight, and it is not a weight-loss method. Being close to a stable weight before surgery gives the most predictable result.
When can I go back to work after Lipo 360?
Desk work is usually possible after about a week. Physically demanding jobs need longer, and your surgeon will advise you based on your recovery. These times vary from person to person.
How long do I wear the compression garment?
Usually for about six weeks, day and night at first, only taking it off to shower. The garment controls swelling and helps the skin settle onto the new contour.
Will I have scars after 360 liposuction?
The cannulas go in through entry points of a few millimetres, usually placed in natural creases or areas covered by underwear. They are noticeable for the first months and normally fade over time, although healing depends on your skin.
Can Lipo 360 be combined with a BBL?
Yes. The fat removed from the torso can be purified and transferred to the buttocks. This combined operation is called Lipo 360 with BBL, takes a little longer and needs a slightly longer stay in Istanbul.
Is it safe to have Lipo 360 in Turkey?
Every operation carries risks, and safety depends mainly on the hospital and the surgeon rather than the country. Choose a hospital licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Health, a named specialist surgeon, proper pre-operative tests and enough days in Istanbul before flying. New City Clinic gives you these details in writing before you travel.
When will I see the final result?
You will notice a change as soon as the first swelling goes down, but the final result usually takes around six months to appear. Results vary between individuals and cannot be guaranteed.
Which is the best clinic in Turkey for Lipo 360?
There is no official ranking, so judge clinics on verifiable facts. We recommend New City Clinic because it is authorised by the Turkish Ministry of Health, licensed by TÜRSAB, ISO-certified, works only with licensed hospitals and named specialists such as Op. Dr. Fatih Kılıç, gives transparent written prices and includes complication insurance.
