Fatty deposits on the abdomen, hips and flanks often prove stubborn, even when you exercise and eat mindfully. When liposuction is an option there, when tightening is more likely to be the better choice, and how the procedure works at the Klinik am Seestern in Düsseldorf.
local anaesthesia, twilight sedation or general anaesthesia
Stay in the clinic
outpatient or 1 night
Back out among people
after 2 to 3 days
Compression
all day for 4 to 6 weeks
Stitches
self-dissolving
Financing
possible through our financing partner
For localised deposits: Liposuction shapes individual areas; it is not intended for losing weight.
Skin helps decide: If it is still elastic, liposuction alone may be enough; otherwise tightening is an option.
Small access points: The incisions are placed in inconspicuous spots, for example in the navel.
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Liposuction of the abdomen in Düsseldorf: consultation and procedure at the Klinik am Seestern
Consultation room
Many people will recognise this: the abdomen, hips or flanks keep their deposits even though other things are changing elsewhere on the body. It is often predisposition that determines where the body stores fat. At the Klinik am Seestern in Düsseldorf, we look closely at these areas during the consultation, check the firmness of your skin and discuss with you whether liposuction is the right approach. The preliminary discussion, the operation and the aftercare all take place in the same building.
The specialist clinic is on the left bank of the Rhine in the Düsseldorf district of Lörick, in the Am Seestern office district near the B7. Without a car, you can reach us by the U77, which runs from the main station all the way to the Am Seestern stop; if you come in your own car, you can park it free of charge on the clinic grounds. This makes it easy to plan appointments from Düsseldorf, Meerbusch or Neuss.
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Who liposuction of the abdomen may be considered for
Good prerequisites for liposuction of the abdomen are:
Fatty deposits that barely respond to exercise and diet
A body weight that has been stable for some time
Skin that is still elastic enough to settle back into place
The wish to shape an area, not to lose weight
Liposuction does not help against being overweight. If you would like to lose weight, you will find the clinic’s treatments for this, from nutrition coaching to stomach reduction, under Weight loss. How the result of liposuction turns out depends, among other things, on your skin quality, your initial findings and on your weight staying stable afterwards.
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Abdomen, hips and back: the areas at a glance
Lower and upper abdomen
Fat often collects below the navel, and in some people above it as well. Fat is removed through small access points placed in inconspicuous spots, for example in the navel.
Flanks and hips
The deposits at the sides above the waistband respond particularly stubbornly to training. They are often treated together with the abdomen so that the contour looks harmonious from the front and from the side.
Transition to the back
If the deposits on the flanks extend into the lower back, this area can also be included in the planning. How many areas can reasonably be treated in one procedure, we decide after the examination.
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Liposuction of the abdomen after pregnancy
After a pregnancy, the abdomen often changes in several layers at once: fatty deposits, stretched skin and sometimes slackened abdominal muscles. As a rule, it makes sense to wait with a procedure until the body has settled after the birth and breastfeeding is over. We will discuss the suitable timing with you during the consultation in Düsseldorf, also after a caesarean section.
Whether liposuction is then enough depends mainly on the skin. If it is clearly stretched between the navel and the pubic area, a tummy tuck may be the more suitable route: excess skin and fatty tissue are removed, and stretch marks and caesarean scars in the area of skin that is removed can be removed with it.
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Liposuction or tightening? Your options at the Klinik am Seestern
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Liposuction alone
If the fat sits mainly under skin that is still elastic, liposuction can change the contour of the abdomen and hips without a skin incision for a tightening being necessary.
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Liposuction with RENUVION®
If the skin is only moderately slack, RENUVION® can be used straight after liposuction through the same puncture sites. Helium plasma and radiofrequency energy are intended to contract the connective tissue beneath the skin; a change usually shows after about 6 weeks, and the result can be assessed after about 6 months.
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Tummy tuck
If excess skin remains or the abdominal muscles are slack, a tummy tuck is an option, supplemented on request by liposuction of the hips and waist. You will find the decision guide for this under Liposuction or tightening?
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How liposuction of the abdomen works in Düsseldorf
Step 1
Consultation
Planning. We examine your abdomen, hips and skin, discuss your ideas and decide together which areas will be treated and which type of anaesthesia is suitable.
Step 2
On the day of the operation
Marking. Before the procedure, your doctor marks the areas from which fat is to be removed.
Step 3
About 1 to 3 hours
Water-jet technique. A mixture of saline solution and local anaesthetic is introduced, and the fat is then suctioned out through small access points. The procedure is carried out under local anaesthesia, twilight sedation or general anaesthesia.
Step 4
Straight afterwards
Bandage and compression garment. First, an elastic bandage protects against swelling; later, the compression garment takes over. Depending on the extent of the procedure, you go home the same day or stay one night.
Step 5
After 4 to 6 weeks
Compression complete. You wear the garment all day for this long. Afterwards, at the check-up, we discuss what comes next.
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Healing after liposuction of the abdomen
In the first few days, swelling and bruising on the abdomen are to be expected. You can usually be back out among people as early as 2 to 3 days later. Avoid physical exertion during the first 2 to 3 weeks, as well as sunbathing and saunas, so that the access points heal well. Because of the risk of thrombosis, do not sit for longer than two hours at a time during this period.
The stitches dissolve by themselves. The small scars of about 4 to 5 mm usually fade over time. You can read about what helps in the weeks after the procedure under After liposuction.
Fat cells removed by liposuction usually do not grow back. If you gain a lot of weight later, however, the remaining fat cells can enlarge, including on the abdomen. A stable weight is therefore part of the picture.
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Risks of liposuction of the abdomen
Like any operation, liposuction is not without risks. Possible risks include bruising, swelling, unevenness of the skin surface, wound-healing disorders, infections and, rarely, thrombosis. Before the procedure, we will give you a thorough medical briefing on all the risks and on what you can do yourself to contribute to good healing.
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What does liposuction of the abdomen cost in Düsseldorf?
The costs depend on how many areas are liposuctioned, how long the procedure takes and whether skin tightening or RENUVION® is added. After the consultation at the Klinik am Seestern, you will receive a no-obligation cost estimate; you can finance the procedure through our financing partner, more on this under Financing your treatment. You usually pay for liposuction for aesthetic reasons yourself. You can read everything about the costs in Düsseldorf under Liposuction costs.
For women and men with fatty deposits on the abdomen, hips or flanks that barely respond to exercise and diet, whose weight is stable and whose skin still has enough firmness. Whether this applies to you, we clarify during the examination in Düsseldorf.
Can I lose weight with liposuction of the abdomen?
No. Liposuction changes the shape of individual body areas; it is not suitable for treating being overweight. If you would like to lose weight, we advise you under Weight loss on the clinic’s options.
When is liposuction of the abdomen possible after a pregnancy?
As a rule, it makes sense to wait until the body has settled after the birth and breastfeeding is over. We will discuss the suitable timing with you during the consultation, also after a caesarean section.
Liposuction or tummy tuck: which is right for me?
If the fat sits mainly under skin that is still elastic, liposuction alone can be enough. If excess, slack skin remains or the abdominal muscles are slack, a tummy tuck is more likely to be an option. The examination shows which route is right.
Can the abdomen and hips be treated in one procedure?
Yes, several areas can be liposuctioned in one operation, as long as it remains medically justifiable. How much makes sense in one procedure, we decide together with you after the examination.
How long will I be out of action after liposuction of the abdomen?
After 2 to 3 days, you are usually back out among people. Avoid physical exertion during the first 2 to 3 weeks; when you can return to work therefore also depends on your job.
Will there be scars after liposuction of the abdomen?
Small scars of about 4 to 5 mm form at the access points. We place them in inconspicuous spots, for example in the navel, and they usually fade over time.
What does liposuction of the abdomen cost in Düsseldorf?
The price depends on how many areas are treated, how long the procedure takes and whether tightening is added. At the consultation, you will receive a no-obligation cost estimate; financing is possible through our financing partner.
Where in Düsseldorf is liposuction of the abdomen performed?
At the Klinik am Seestern, Am Seestern 4 in 40547 Düsseldorf. The specialist clinic is in Lörick on the left bank of the Rhine, the U77 stops at the Am Seestern stop, and there is free parking for your car on the grounds.
Costs and financing
Pay conveniently in instalments.
You can pay for your treatment in monthly instalments through our financing partner medipay, with terms of up to 72 months. We will tell you the price of your procedure after the consultation.
I am a lipoedema and lymphoedema patient and have been trying to find help for about 10 years. Here it was no problem at all! I was called in quickly, was well looked after, my questions were answered very professionally, and I was able to leave the practice in tears of joy! Many thanks for the support so far.
Alina · October 2026
The friendliness of everyone I dealt with.
Anonymous · July 2026
I had my appointment at the practice for a consultation about my lipoedema, and I really want to leave a review even though I haven't had any surgery there yet. The reason is that this was the first time I felt truly taken seriously during an examination of my lipoedema. Dr. Witt was very friendly and professional from the start, and at the same time incredibly pleasant and humane. He took an exceptional amount of time, examined me very thoroughly and answered all my questions in detail. He is incredibly respectful and explains realistically what could be done and how the whole process would work. I found it particularly positive that at no point did a hectic or unpleasant mood arise. You never had the feeling of being “brushed off” or being under time pressure. Instead, the whole atmosphere was calm, relaxed and trusting. Dr. Witt was very committed, photos were taken of the affected areas and every possible treatment was explained in an understandable way. Dr. Witt explained everything in detail, yet never came across as complicated or distant. Although he is an absolute specialist in his field, I felt at all times that I could speak openly and ask any question. It felt more as if I had been a patient there for a long time. It was also particularly important to me that I never felt pushed towards an operation. It is still not at all clear whether I will have my operation at all, and yet I was taken incredibly seriously and treated with respect. That is exactly what built so much trust in me. I would also very much like to mention the lady at reception, Marris, in a positive way. She was super polite, had a very pleasant and calm manner and immediately gave me a good feeling. Although it was almost 5 p.m. and the end of the working day was approaching, she was incredibly friendly to me and did not seem at all annoyed or stressed. It is precisely such little things that make a huge difference to me personally and reinforced my positive overall impression of the practice. The practice itself is also absolutely impressive. It is extremely modern, high-quality and stylishly furnished. You feel more as if you are entering a luxury hotel than a traditional doctor's practice. Everything seems very well thought out, calm and professional. The organisation around the appointment was also excellent. Even before the appointment, communication was always very friendly, quick and professional. Questions were answered immediately and the whole process seemed perfectly organised. I was also allowed to park in the clinic's car park, which was an enormous relief since everything in the area was completely full. Although it was already later in the afternoon, Dr. Witt even personally saw to it that enquiries were made internally about my question regarding costs. Shortly after I had left the practice, I already received all the information by email. That too simply shows how professionally and attentively they work there. Overall, an exceptionally positive experience, of a kind you unfortunately only rarely have in the medical field. Absolutely fabulous.
Kerasoula P. · June 2026
Very beautiful clinic, wonderful reception and great service. The consultation with the doctor was very comprehensive and she addressed all my questions, which is all you could wish for as a patient / customer. I will definitely have my treatment done here.
Sandra W. · April 2026
Dr. Bromba took the time and advised me very well.
Anonymous · April 2026
A very kind doctor. I felt very comfortable from the first moment!
Elisabeth-katrin · March 2026
Everything was great, just one small remark..... I didn't get any dinner/bread in the evening. The most important thing for me was the operation, or rather everything around it.
Mix · February 2026
I was welcomed and advised incredibly kindly. The consultation takes place on an equal footing and without medical jargon, and what I like best is that they paid attention to what the best treatment is for my concern, and not to what would earn the practice the most money. I took a week to think it over, but actually the decision to choose the clinic was made much sooner.
Anonymous · January 2026
Everyone was very friendly, especially the nurses.
Anonymous · October 2025
I had a consultation and felt taken seriously and understood. They took a lot of time for me, and the examination and the conversation were very thorough. In the end, the treatment is too expensive for me, so I won't be able to have it done.
Anonymous · October 2025
Very competent and friendly consultation.
Anonymous · October 2025
Very competent consultation, super friendly staff!
Anonymous · September 2025
Medical assistant with partly insufficient professional competence.
Andreas M. · August 2025
Very competent consultation and medical examinations. I feel very well looked after.
BrigitteM · August 2025
I really liked the super friendly manner of the ladies at reception, and also that the doctor took the time to see and advise me, as well as the nice lady who went through the cost plan with me. I felt wonderfully looked after and will definitely have my treatment there. Thank you once again for everything so far.
Astrid R. · August 2025
A conversation in peace and without time pressure. I felt very well looked after.
Anonymous · August 2025
I was welcomed very nicely. The doctor was also very nice and answered all my questions. She also showed understanding that one does not decide straight away.
Anonymous · July 2025
Dr. Bromba's calm, matter-of-fact manner and his competence really convinced me during the consultation.
