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Liposuction refers to the removal of fatty tissue. Through small skin incisions, fat deposits that do not respond to diet and exercise are removed—often from the abdomen, hips, thighs, ankles, or chin. Liposuction is intended to reshape the figure, not to reduce body weight.
Many people suffer from abnormal fat distribution that detracts from their overall aesthetic appearance; female patients often complain that they cannot find suitable clothing because their body proportions are unbalanced. A prerequisite for a uniform result is elastic skin that contracts after liposuction; if excess skin is already present, liposuction alone will not result in a firm contour. To maintain the results long-term, a healthy diet and physical activity are necessary; to this end, we have developed a program in collaboration with experienced sports and nutrition specialists. Consultations take place in Frankfurt, and surgeries are performed in Oberursel.
Medically reviewed ✓
Written by Dr. med. Zeynep Potente
Board-Certified Specialist in Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery
✓ Member of the DGPRÄC (German Society of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgeons)
EBOPRAS – European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery - ebopras.eu
✓ Over 20 years of experience in plastic surgery
✓ Specialization: Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery
📅 Last updated: August 17, 2026
The areas of the body with unwanted fat deposits are discussed and marked beforehand. Through small, inconspicuous skin incisions, a hypoosmolar solution enriched with a local anesthetic is evenly injected into the previously marked areas. This causes the fat cells to swell so that they can be easily suctioned out through the skin incisions. What matters in liposuction is reducing the fat cells evenly and create a smooth, uniform contour.
The need for a hospital stay depends on the amount of fat tissue removed and any underlying medical conditions the patient may have. Up to 2.5 liters of fat tissue can be removed on an outpatient basis. For larger volumes, a 1–2-day hospital stay is recommended, as pain and circulatory fluctuations may occur after the procedure.
In principle, liposuction can also be performed under local anesthesia. We recommend performing the procedure under brief, gentle general anesthesia.
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