Body
Body surgery includes a wide range of procedures aimed at altering or enhancing the external appearance of the body. It plays a significant role in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery, helping to fulfill individual physical desires or address functional deficiencies. These procedures range from liposuction and tummy tucks to more comprehensive body contouring surgeries following significant weight loss. Body surgery often contributes not only to physical transformation but also to the improvement of self-esteem and quality of life.
PlastCouture offers you a wide range of body surgery procedures like:
Tummy tuck
Abdominoplasty
The skin is not only a protector and an important organ of the human body, it is extremely flexible and generally adapts smoothly to each change of the body. However, significant weight fluctuations, pregnancy and the natural ageing process can all cause the abdominal muscles and the skin on the tummy to become weak and loose. When skin and tissue are too stretched out they cannot naturally return to their original size and become resistant to diet or exercise.
Yet having a slim, toned tummy is important to lots of us when it comes to feeling good about ourselves. It can increase our self-esteem and self-confidence, allow us to wear swimwear and more fitted clothing.
The abdominoplasty procedure, also known as tummy tuck, is a widely acknowledged and effective technique to remove excess skin and tissues in the abdominal wall area, while restoring weakened or separated muscles creating a firmer and flatter abdomen. Prior to this procedure frequently a liposuction is performed to remove “love handles” and other fat areas.
Tummy tuck is suitable for men and women.
Similar to a caesarean-section, a surgical incision is made in the bikini area of the lower abdomen. The size of the incision depends on the amount of skin and fat to be excised: the less loose skin, the shorter the incision/scar. Regardless of length incision will be placed so that it can be concealed under clothing, underwear and swimwear.
In a full tummy tuck procedure an additional incision is made to remove the belly button, then muscles are pulled back together and stitched in place. Excess fat is removed and the belly button repositioned. Excess skin is then removed. The muscles are tightened in the midline where the tissue had been stretched. Permanent stitches are often used. The operation is performed under general anaesthetic.
Recovery may take up to 6 weeks and no physical activities are allowed. Tailored compression garment needs to be worn to minimize swelling and to support the abdomen as it heals. Resume of work can take place after 2-3 weeks.
Short summary procedure
Surgery duration:
1-4 hours depending on diagnosis
Procedure:
Inpatient or outpatient
Anesthetic:
Local or general
Recovery period:
2-3 weeks
Resume sport activities after 6 weeks
Compression garment for 6 weeks
For men and women
Liposuction
A combination of a healthy diet and physical exercise can reshape the ideal body you want, but unfortunately there still may be some areas that are resistant to traditional weight loss methods. A lot of people get annoyed by the stubborn pockets of fat that are usually located in typical problem areas. This may cause a negative well-being. Liposuction is the process of removing unwanted fat of common treatment areas like “saddlebags” by using small cannulas introduced through small incisions. This kind of surgery should be not regarded as a method for weight loss, but as a technique for reshaping, forming and harmonising the body proportions.
The fat cells that are removed by liposuction can never return, however, if the patient begins to increase his calorie intake, then remaining fat cells could increase in a disproportionate way.
Typical areas of the body for women that can be treated with liposuction are: buttocks, hips, abdomen, legs, facial/neck fat.
For men, liposuction can be used to target: abdomen, hips or “love handles” and breast (see also gynecomastia).
Before the procedure begins a liquid solution (tumescent solution) will be injected into the area being treated to remove the fat more easily. If it is only a small area being treated then local anaesthetic may be used. With bigger areas, it is required to have it done under general anaesthetic.
Once the skin is prepared, a small cut is made in the area to be treated and the fat cells can be suctioned. After the operation, the treated area will be stitched and you need to wear a compression garment for 6 weeks enabling the skin to adjust to the new body shape. This healing process can be supported by applying special creams.
Short summary procedure
Surgery duration:
2-3 hours
Procedure:
Inpatient or outpatient
Anesthetic:
Local or general
Resume work:
1- 2 days
Resume sport activities after 4 -6 weeks
Compression garment for 6 weeks
Gynaecomastia
Enlargement of the breast in men may not only be caused inherently by weight gain but also by side-effects of certain pharmaceuticals. Mostly this concerns fatty tissue and rarely glandular tissue. Although the change is normally benign and no procedure from a health point of view is required, a prominent male breast may significantly affect the self-esteem of these men.
The female breast shape has such an impact that men not only avoid wearing tight clothes, but also going to swimming pools and saunas.
If the shape of the breast cannot be corrected by neither exercise nor diet gynaecomastia surgery offers the possibility to remove these female-like breasts. Before planning a treatment a hormonal test should be carried out. Furthermore, a urological examination should take place to rule out any serious diseases as the cause.
Depending on the extent of your gynaecomastia either liposuction is performed or excess glandular tissue will be removed by making a small incision around the areola. The surgery can be performed under local or general anaesthetic. After surgery an elastic pressure garment should be worn for 6 weeks to optimize the result. It is recommended to avoid sports. Work can be resumed after 1-2 weeks.
Short summary procedure
Surgery duration:
1,5 -2 hours
Procedure:
Outpatient
Anesthetic:
Local, local with sedation or general
Recovery period:
1-2 weeks
Resume sport activities after 6 weeks
Elastic garment for 6 weeks
Female genital surgery
In recent years aesthetic intimate surgery has been on the rise. Nevertheless this surgery is still surrounded by taboo among many physicians from various disciplines. Female patients often do not know to whom they should refer to concerning the limitations in their sexual life and feelings due to changes in the intimate area.
Rest assured that you will be treated with the latest knowledge and current surgical techniques. Both during consultations, examinations, and surgeries, ethics and discretion are my top priorities.
Be assured that I am committed to acquire the latest knowledge and integrate the latest surgery techniques in my practice. I am pleased to discuss your requirements in total confidence. For me your comfort and well-being are paramount.
Our range of female genital surgery procedures encompasses:
- Labia minora (inner lips) reduction
- Labia majora (outer lips) reduction and augmentation
- Mons pubis correction
Short summary procedure
Surgery duration:
60 - 120 minutes
Procedure:
Outpatient
Anesthetic:
Local, local with sedation or general
Recovery period:
1 week
Resume sport activities after 6 weeks
Specific aftercare instructions: in conversation.
Cryolipolysis
Cryolipolysis with CoolSculpting® ELITE
Many people struggle with stubborn pockets of fat despite a healthy diet and regular exercise. In the long run it can become very frustrating and may cause a negative well-being.
We can now offer you the CoolSculpting® procedure helping to reduce your fat – completely non-surgical and usually without any downtime.
Wir können Ihnen jetzt - als eine der ersten Praxen deutschlandweit - das neue CoolSculpting® ELITE anbieten. CoolSculpting® ELITE funktioniert genauso wie CoolSculpting® - nur schneller und besser. Durch patentierte Sensoren wird die Behandlungstemperatur in Echtzeit überwacht, und die Kühlleistung für optimale Behandlungsergebnisse angepasst.
The original CoolSculpting® method is the only non-surgical fat reduction procedure that has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Dabei nutzt die CoolSculpting®-Technologie gezielte Unterkühlung (Kryolipolyse).
The following body areas can be treated:
- upper and lower abdomen
- inner and outer thigh
- upper arms
- hips
- back
- flank
- calves
- knee
- chin
- male breast (so-called lipomastia)
Depending on the area being treated 2-4 sessions of each approximately 60 minutes are required. There is no involvement of anaesthesia and after treatment you can immediately return to your normal activities. Usually no downtime needs to be taken into consideration.
The success of the treatment varies per individual, as this depends on physical condition and metabolism. Most patients experience their results after 3 weeks; results from the whole treatment are visible after about 3 months.
The CoolSculpting®method is not suitable for all patients; e.g. patients taking blood thinner medication, diseases related to skin, liver, heart and also fat tissue. Those who are undergoing chemotherapy or expecting a child should not consider this procedure either. Your health always has priority. During your personal consultation with me I will discuss with you if CoolSculpting® is the best possible treatment for you.
Only CoolSculpting® by Zeltiq is cleared by FDA clearance and it has received European CE mark approval for medical devices. It is equipped with special sensors (freeze detect technology) which detects potential adverse events including the freezing of epidermal and dermal tissue.
I am happy to advise you during a personal consultation and will allow enough time to discuss your needs and questions. Please book an appointment in advance.
Short summary procedure
Surgery Duration: from 60 minutes
Procedure:
Outpatient
Anesthetic: not required
Recovery time: none
Specific aftercare instructions: in conversation.
Arm lift
The numbers of women with concerns about their ‘bingo wings’ are steadily increasing. Due to ageing and weight gain/loss the skin on the upper arms becomes loose and starts sagging; loss of skin elasticity and reduction of tissue volume. The swing of the excess skin can often be so uncomfortable that women avoid wearing sleeveless outfits and have problems buying ready-to-wear clothing. Brachioplasty, also known as arm lift, is a surgical procedure removing excess skin and tissue. Main goal of this treatment is to regain toned and sculpted upper arms aligning perfectly with the body.
Liposuction is also an option for patients with small to moderate amounts of fat and little skin laxity. It is a minimally invasive technique removing unwanted fat deposits through small incisions in the skin. These inconspicuous incisions of a few millimetres are made in the armpit and typically leave no scarring behind.
For patients with significant excess skin the arm lift procedure needs to be carried out under general anaesthetic. To completely remove excess fat and skin an incision in the upper inner arm is made, extending from armpit to elbow. Subsequently, multiple layer closure is performed and a wound dressing is applied. After the surgery, it is required to wear compression garment for a minimum of 6 weeks. This is absolutely necessary to hold the skin in place and allow it to contract resulting in smooth skin appearance and prevention of swellings.
Whether an arm lift surgery should be performed on an outpatient or inpatient basis, this will be discussed with you in person during your consultation. Recovery period usually takes about three to four weeks. During this period the arms should not be elevated. Most patients can resume work after one week, if the job is not very physical and does not require heavy lifting. Despite the most inconspicuous location for a brachioplasty scar, you should be aware that when moving around scarring may be visible. If you are interested in brachioplasty, please contact me for an appointment and I would be very pleased to discuss your options with you and decide what is most appropriate for you.
Short summary procedure
Surgery duration:
2-3 hours
Procedure:
Inpatient or outpatient
Anesthetic:
General
Recovery period:
1-2 weeks
Specific aftercare instructions:
Compression garment for 6 weeks
