Gastric Sleeve Surgery works in two ways. It removes 80-85% of the stomach and also removes the hunger hormone called ‘Ghrelin’. By removing the hunger hormone your relationship with food will change completely, you will no longer feel as hungry and due to the reduced stomach size, smaller portions will fill you up more quickly. But don’t worry – you will still be able to enjoy food after surgery. It may take a few months to establish a new eating routine but please don’t be concerned that you will never be able to eat normally again. In time you will be able to eat whatever you want, just in smaller portions, and still enjoy that skinny new body!

You will no longer feel as hungry due to the pouch being a lot smaller than your stomach and smaller portions will fill you up more quickly. You will still be able to enjoy food after surgery. It may take a few months to establish a new eating routine but please don’t be concerned that you will never be able to eat normally again. In time you will be able to eat whatever you want, just in smaller portions.

After surgery you will follow a liquid diet for 2 weeks. This includes soups, protein shakes, milk, tea, and gravy drinks. This is usually the hardest part of your post surgery diet (however some people find it very easy!) Remember that it is only for a short time, just hang in there and trust the programme. It will all be worth it in the end.

After the liquid stage you will start puree stage. On puree stage you can eat most foods as long as they are pureed. You can have scrambled eggs, light cream cheese, smoothies and yoghurt at this stage.

After puree stage you can start to introduce normal foods back into your diet again. This doesn’t mean you can sit down to a steak and chips dinner though! (Although some lucky people may able to manage a small amount.) Your stomach is still getting used to its new size, so take it easy and keep foods soft and wet to begin with to make the transition easier. Try to eat little and often as at the beginning fitting in more than a few mouthfuls can be tough. 

Protein:

This is the most important part of your post sleeve diet. You need to aim for 60-80g of protein a day although you may find this difficult at the beginning so just try and get in as much in as you can. Carbohydrates will hinder your weight loss so you should avoid these. Carbohydrates will fill your stomach up quickly leaving less room for important nutrients such as protein, vitamins and minerals.

Exercise:

Keeping exercise as part of your new routine is as important as following your diet after surgery. It doesn’t mean you have to join the gym if that’s not your thing, though. Choose the stairs not the escalator, park further away from the entrance to the supermarket, offer to walk a friends dog. Once you start including more activity in your life it will get easier each day.  

Aftercare:

We take aftercare very seriously here at Gastro Life Assistance and your care package with us will not end on your return home. Your surgeon requires blood tests to be done at 1, 3, 6, 12 and 24 months after surgery. He will check these results and advise. You will have a lifetime guarantee whereby you can return to Turkey for a check up at any time with our surgeons. We also have a 24 hour emergency number you can call at any time.

If you are looking at improving the appearance of your smile, you may be considering dental veneers. Veneers are a popular choice in cosmetic dentistry treatment and due to their versatility can be used to treat a number of different dental issues. However, you may not know a lot about them.

What Are Dental Veneers and How Do They Work?

A popular choice of dental treatment are zirconium veneers. The veneers are thin shells made of zirconium, a metal which is so strong many knives and scissors are made out of it. The brand used at Gastro Life Assistance is IVOCLAR which is the best brand of zirconium veneer in the industry. The veneers are individually customised to sit over the outer enamel of a specific tooth. You may choose any number of veneers in order to enhance your smile. Once the veneer has been custom created, the veneer is bonded to the tooth using a special bonding material.

What Preparation Needs To Be Done For Dental Veneers?

Each veneers is attached to the outer enamel of the tooth but before they can be bonded, a small amount of the natural enamel need to be removed. This helps the veneers fit securely and stops your teeth from looking unnaturally thick. The removal process is done with a local anaesthetic, so you won’t be in any pain. Once the  enamel has been removed it will not grow back. This means that once your teeth have been prepared for veneers, you will always need veneers to cover them.

What Problems Can Dental Veneers Fix?

Veneers can be used to correct a large range of cosmetic dental problems including the gaps between teeth, under or oversized teeth, teeth which are set back from the other teeth, discoloration or stains and small imperfections such as chips or cracks.

Are Veneers Permanent?

Yes, they are a permanent addition to your smile that can’t be removed when you feel like it. However, veneers won’t last forever. With proper care they could remain intact for up to 20 years however after this it is likely they will need replacing.

What Aftercare Is There For Veneers?

It is actually quite easy to look after your veneers. The zirconium shells are very strong but you should avoid using your teeth as tools or putting them under any unnecessary stress of any kind. Brush them just as you would brush your natural teeth – brush  softly with upward and downward movements, ensure you are flossing daily to protect both your teeth and your gums. If you smoke or regularly consume food and drink that contains tannins (coffee, red wine, tea etc.) then there is a risk that your veneers could discolour over time. Regular, professional dental cleaning will help keep your veneers in the best condition possible, but you should avoid anything that could stain your veneers as much as possible.

What Are Dental Veneers and How Do They Work?
A popular choice of dental treatment are zirconium veneers. The veneers are thin shells made of zirconium, a metal which is so strong many knives and scissors are made out of it. The brand used at Gastro Life Assistance is IVOCLAR which is the best brand of zirconium veneer in the industry. The veneers are individually customised to sit over the outer enamel of a specific tooth. You may choose any number of veneers in order to enhance your smile. Once the veneer has been custom created, the veneer is bonded to the tooth using a special bonding material.

What Preparation Needs To Be Done For Dental Veneers?
Each veneers is attached to the outer enamel of the tooth but before they can be bonded, a small amount of the natural enamel need to be removed. This helps the veneers fit securely and stops your teeth from looking unnaturally thick. The removal process is done with a local anaesthetic, so you won’t be in any pain. Once the enamel has been removed it will not grow back. This means that once your teeth have been prepared for veneers, you will always need veneers to cover them.

What Problems Can Dental Veneers Fix?
Veneers can be used to correct a large range of cosmetic dental problems including the gaps between teeth, under or oversized teeth, teeth which are set back from the other teeth, discoloration or stains and small imperfections such as chips or cracks.

Are Veneers Permanent?
Yes, they are a permanent addition to your smile that can’t be removed when you feel like it. However, veneers won’t last forever. With proper care they could remain intact for up to 20 years however after this it is likely they will need replacing.

What Aftercare Is There For Veneers?
It is actually quite easy to look after your veneers. The zirconium shells are very strong but you should avoid using your teeth as tools or putting them under any unnecessary stress of any kind. Brush them just as you would brush your natural teeth – brush softly with upward and downward movements, ensure you are flossing daily to protect both your teeth and your gums. If you smoke or regularly consume food and drink that contains tannins (coffee, red wine, tea etc.) then there is a risk that your veneers could discolour over time. Regular, professional dental cleaning will help keep your veneers in the best condition possible, but you should avoid anything that could stain your veneers as much as possible.

What Are Dental Veneers and How Do They Work?
A popular choice of dental treatment are zirconium veneers. The veneers are thin shells made of zirconium, a metal which is so strong many knives and scissors are made out of it. The brand used at Gastro Life Assistance is IVOCLAR which is the best brand of zirconium veneer in the industry. The veneers are individually customised to sit over the outer enamel of a specific tooth. You may choose any number of veneers in order to enhance your smile. Once the veneer has been custom created, the veneer is bonded to the tooth using a special bonding material.

What Preparation Needs To Be Done For Dental Veneers?
Each veneers is attached to the outer enamel of the tooth but before they can be bonded, a small amount of the natural enamel need to be removed. This helps the veneers fit securely and stops your teeth from looking unnaturally thick. The removal process is done with a local anaesthetic, so you won’t be in any pain. Once the enamel has been removed it will not grow back. This means that once your teeth have been prepared for veneers, you will always need veneers to cover them.

What Problems Can Dental Veneers Fix?
Veneers can be used to correct a large range of cosmetic dental problems including the gaps between teeth, under or oversized teeth, teeth which are set back from the other teeth, discoloration or stains and small imperfections such as chips or cracks.

Are Veneers Permanent?
Yes, they are a permanent addition to your smile that can’t be removed when you feel like it. However, veneers won’t last forever. With proper care they could remain intact for up to 20 years however after this it is likely they will need replacing.

What Aftercare Is There For Veneers?
It is actually quite easy to look after your veneers. The zirconium shells are very strong but you should avoid using your teeth as tools or putting them under any unnecessary stress of any kind. Brush them just as you would brush your natural teeth – brush softly with upward and downward movements, ensure you are flossing daily to protect both your teeth and your gums. If you smoke or regularly consume food and drink that contains tannins (coffee, red wine, tea etc.) then there is a risk that your veneers could discolour over time. Regular, professional dental cleaning will help keep your veneers in the best condition possible, but you should avoid anything that could stain your veneers as much as possible.

Mini Tummy Tuck: This procedure focuses on the lower abdomen only whereas a full tummy tuck addresses the entire abdomen. 

Fleur De Lis 180: This procedure is often necessary if you have a larger amount of excess skin. Instead of only a hip-to-hip incision across the abdomen, this procedure also includes a vertical line through the abdomen to create an upside-down T-shape. This procedure removes excess skin and fat from the abdominal area and will help enhance natural curves by also narrowing the waist profile.

Fleur De Lis 360: This procedure is most commonly seen with people who have lost an excessive amount of weight. During this surgery an incision is made all the way around the hip line, as well as a vertical scar through the centre of the abdomen. The surgeon will advise if this procedure would benefit you.