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Liposuction for men in Dortmund

In men, fat pads often persist on the abdomen, flanks and chest, even with regular training. What liposuction can change there, where its limits lie and how the procedure works at Westfalenklinik in Dortmund.

Who will treat you hereDr. Herrboldt, Dr. Reifenrath, Dr. Bromba, Dr. Gruner, Dr. Simidjiiska, Dr. med. univ. Zamani, Prof. Witt, Dr. Jenner
Duration of surgery
about 1 to 3 hrs, depending on the region
Anaesthesia
local, twilight sedation or general anaesthesia
Stay in the clinic
outpatient or 1 night
At a glance

Liposuction in men at a glance

Typical areas
abdomen, flanks, chest, back and chin
Duration of surgery
about 1 to 3 hrs, depending on the region
Anaesthesia
local anaesthesia, twilight sedation or general anaesthesia
Stay in the clinic
outpatient or 1 night
Compression
all day for the first 4 to 6 weeks
Back out among people
after 2 to 3 days
Scars
puncture sites of about 4 to 5 mm
Financing
possible through our financing partner
  • Under the skin: The fat between skin and muscle is suctioned, not the fat in the abdominal cavity.
  • Look closely at the chest: Whether fat or glandular tissue enlarges it decides the method.
  • Shaping rather than losing weight: Liposuction changes individual regions; it does not replace weight loss.

Liposuction for men in Dortmund: consultation and procedure at Westfalenklinik

Many men know this: the upper body becomes firmer with training, but above the waistband and on the chest a pad remains that does not respond to any diet. The cause is often predisposition, which determines where the body stores fat. Liposuction can reduce such local pads in a targeted way. At Westfalenklinik in Dortmund you are advised in the place where you are also operated on and where you return for check-ups: the specialist clinic works without external surgical centres or affiliated hospitals, and treatments are generally possible on any day of the week.

The clinic is located directly on the B1/A40, very close to the Signal Iduna Park. From the B1, take the Dortmund-Hombruch exit, turn right into Wittekindstraße and after 700 m right into Rosemeyerstraße; you park on the building’s parking deck directly in front of the entrance. From the main station you can reach us with the U45 to Stadtgarten and the U42 to Theodor-Fliedner-Heim; from Dortmund Airport it is about 12 km via the B1.

Typical regions for liposuction in men

Abdomen

In men, there is often a pad on the abdomen that persists despite exercise. The fat under the skin is suctioned; more on this region under Liposuction of the abdomen.

Flanks and hips

The pads at the sides above the waistband are among the most stubborn areas. They are often treated together with the abdomen so that the contour of the trunk stays harmonious.

Breast

An enlarged chest can consist of fat, glandular tissue or both. What is present decides the treatment; more on this further below.

Back

Liposuction may also be an option on the back, often as part of a procedure on several regions. The examination shows which sites are suitable.

Chin

A double chin made of fatty tissue can be treated with a small liposuction. Whether the cause lies in the fat or in the shape of the chin is something we clarify beforehand; more under Liposuction of the chin.

What liposuction can do in men

  1. 01

    Fat under the skin

    The fat between skin and muscle can be suctioned in a targeted way. Here, liposuction can change the contour of individual regions.

  2. 02

    Fat in the abdominal cavity

    Fat that lies between the organs cannot be suctioned. A firm, protruding abdomen is often related to this; in that case, weight loss above all helps.

  3. 03

    Overweight

    Liposuction is not intended for the treatment of overweight. You can find medically supervised routes to weight loss under Weight loss.

  4. 04

    Slackened skin

    If the skin does not retract sufficiently after suctioning, tightening may become necessary, for example a tummy tuck.

Man with a bare upper body, chest and shoulders in view, illustrative image on liposuction of the male chest

The male chest at Westfalenklinik: fat or gland?

Whether liposuction of the chest alone is enough depends on what is enlarging the chest. In so-called pseudogynaecomastia, there is only increased fatty tissue; in that case, liposuction using the tumescent technique is usually an option, after which the skin can contract.

In true gynaecomastia, the mammary gland is enlarged, which also occurs in slim and trained men. Here the glandular tissue is removed and the procedure is combined with liposuction; the scar lies in the area of the areola. Our doctors clarify before the procedure which form you have. You can read everything else under Treating gynaecomastia.

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How liposuction for men works in Dortmund

  1. Step 1

    Consultation

    Findings and goal. We examine the regions, check the skin and discuss what can and cannot be achieved with liposuction.

  2. Step 2

    Day of surgery

    Marking. The sites are marked. Depending on the extent, the procedure is carried out under local anaesthesia, twilight sedation or general anaesthesia and takes about one to three hours.

  3. Step 3

    The procedure

    Suctioning with water-jet technique. A solution is introduced through small incisions in inconspicuous places and the fat is suctioned out with a fine cannula.

  4. Step 4

    Afterwards

    Compression. First an elastic dressing, then a compression garment. You go home the same day or stay one night in the clinic.

Risks and limits of liposuction in men

Like any operation, liposuction also carries risks, such as bruising, swelling, wound-healing problems, numbness or surface irregularities of the skin, plus the risks of anaesthesia. We inform you about this in detail before the procedure.

The limits are set above all by the skin and the fat in the abdominal cavity: liposuction reaches only the fat under the skin, and it does not tighten clearly slackened skin. A stable weight helps determine how long the result lasts.

Laughing man in a white T-shirt in front of a beige background, illustrative image on the time after liposuction in men

After the procedure: compression, work and training

In the first four to six weeks you wear the compression all day. The compression counteracts swelling and helps the skin to settle onto the tissue. Because of the risk of thrombosis, do not sit for more than two hours at a stretch, especially when working in an office or on a long car journey.

You are usually back out among people after 2 to 3 days. You avoid training, heavy lifting, sunbathing and saunas in the first two to three weeks, and then resume after consultation. The stitches dissolve by themselves, and the puncture sites of about 4 to 5 mm usually fade over time. More on the time after the procedure under After liposuction.

What does liposuction for men cost in Dortmund?

How much liposuction costs depends on the number of regions, the duration of the procedure and whether tightening or the removal of glandular tissue on the chest is added. After your consultation at Westfalenklinik you receive a no-obligation cost estimate.

The treatment prices are final prices including statutory VAT; overnight stay and meals, follow-up treatments and the costs of the anaesthetist are not added afterwards. Financing is possible through our partner, more under Financing your treatment and under Cost of liposuction.

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Frequently asked questions

In which places is liposuction an option for men?

Often on the abdomen and flanks, on the chest, on the back and under the chin. Several sites can be treated in one procedure, as long as it remains medically justifiable. Which regions make sense in your case, we discuss after the examination at Westfalenklinik in Dortmund.

Can belly fat be suctioned in men?

The fat between skin and abdominal muscles can be suctioned. Fat that lies between the organs in the abdominal cavity, however, is not reached by liposuction. A firm, forward-bulging abdomen is often due to this internal fat; in that case, weight loss is the priority.

Does liposuction help with a male chest?

That depends on the tissue. If the enlarged chest consists only of fat, liposuction is usually an option. If the mammary gland is enlarged, the glandular tissue is removed and combined with liposuction. More on this under Treating gynaecomastia.

Can fat pads on the hips be suctioned?

Yes, the flanks above the waistband are among the regions that are often treated in men, often together with the abdomen. How much can be changed there depends on the amount of fat and on the skin.

How long am I out of action after liposuction?

As a rule, you are back out among people after 2 to 3 days. You should avoid physical exertion in the first two to three weeks; when you return to work depends on your job and the extent of the procedure.

When can I train again after liposuction?

You refrain from strength training and sport for at least the first two to three weeks. When you start again, you discuss at the check-up with your doctor.

Does the fat come back after liposuction?

Fat cells that have been suctioned out usually do not grow back. However, if you gain a lot of weight, the remaining fat cells can enlarge, including in the treated areas. A stable weight is therefore important for the result.

What does liposuction for men cost in Dortmund?

The price depends on the number of regions, the duration of the procedure and whether tightening or a treatment of the mammary gland is added. Following the consultation you receive a no-obligation cost estimate; the prices of Westfalenklinik are final prices including follow-up treatments and anaesthesia. German statutory health insurance does not usually pay for an aesthetic liposuction.

Where in Dortmund can I get advice on liposuction?

At Westfalenklinik, Rosemeyerstr. 2–4, 44139 Dortmund, directly on the B1/A40 by the Signal Iduna Park. By car, take the Dortmund-Hombruch exit and park on the building’s parking deck; from the main station, take the U45 to Stadtgarten and the U42 to Theodor-Fliedner-Heim.

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