Liposuction Frankfurt

Before the treatment, we invite you to a detailed consultation with Dr. Nichlos at our practice in Frankfurt. During this consultation, which takes place in a relaxed atmosphere, the plastic surgeon would first like to find out more about you and your wishes and goals associated with liposuction. Dr. Nichlos will also carry out an initial physical examination of the areas with unwanted fat deposits.

If liposuction is an option for you, Dr. Nichlos will explain the treatment procedure to you in detail and inform you about the associated risks. You can of course ask questions about the procedure at any time, which the specialist will be happy to answer in detail.

To prevent complications during and after the treatment, it is important that you inform us in advance of any allergies, intolerances and previous illnesses and, if available, provide us with a medication plan. Blood-thinning medication in particular is problematic and should be temporarily discontinued before liposuction (after consultation with the doctor).

For liposuction, come to the Berger Klinik in Frankfurt. Here, Dr. Nichlos performs liposuction in a state-of-the-art operating room. Depending on the indication, the operation is performed on an outpatient basis or with a short hospital stay under general or local anesthesia and takes about 3 to 4 hours, depending on the extent of the procedure.

Before the procedure, Dr. Nichlos will mark the areas with the fat deposits to be removed. As soon as the anesthetic takes effect and you are asleep, the specialist injects a so-called tumescent solution into these areas. This ensures that the fatty tissue separates from the surrounding tissue and the fat cells can be suctioned out more easily. At the same time, the tumescent solution reduces bleeding and has an anaesthetic effect, meaning that a general anaesthetic is not always necessary for smaller liposuctions.

After a certain exposure time (approx. 30 to 40 minutes), Dr. Nichlos uses a scalpel to make small incisions in the skin, through which he inserts fine cannulas into the fat deposits. Using gentle movements, he loosens the fatty tissue and sucks out the excess fat cells until the body contour is shaped as desired. He then sutures the small incisions in the skin or uses special plasters. Finally, he will apply a bandage or compression garment to reduce swelling.

After liposuction, you will wear the bandage or compression garment for 4 to 6 weeks. In the first 10 days after your liposuction, please wear it continuously so that the pressure on the operated area remains constant, no fluid can collect and swelling subsides better.

To support the healing process, you should also make an appointment with a physiotherapist or masseur for lymphatic drainage early on (preferably a few days after the operation). The gentle massage removes excess fluids and toxins from the tissue and relieves pain. It also helps to prevent the development of seromas (fluid accumulations). In the first few weeks after the operation, 1 to 2 sessions per week are recommended.

Please also remember to take it easy physically in the initial period after the operation. If possible, avoid strenuous housework and do not exercise. You will usually be able to work and socialize one week after liposuction.

Approximately one month after your liposuction, the swelling from the operation will have subsided to such an extent that the preliminary result of the treatment can be assessed during the follow-up check. The final result of the liposuction will be visible after about a year.

As a surgical procedure, liposuction is associated with general surgical risks, including post-operative bleeding, wound healing disorders and infections. However, these can be minimized by the professional performance of an experienced specialist such as Dr. Nichlos and compliance with the strictest hygiene guidelines at our practice in Frankfurt. Nevertheless, side effects may occur in rare cases, such as temporary feelings of tension or numbness in the treatment area. Experience has shown that these subside within a short time, as do redness, bruising or swelling in the operated areas. Despite the greatest care, it cannot always be ruled out that slightly irregular contours or small dents may be visible in the skin after the operation.