Liposuction

Liposuction – When Diet & Exercise Aren't Enough

Man in surgical gown cap mask glasses and gloves holding instrument in operating room: Alejandro Marti, specialist in plastic and aesthetic surgery, BONITAS Nuremberg

Sometimes even discipline, diets, and exercise don’t help – certain fat deposits on the abdomen, waist, hips, or chin persist despite all efforts. This can be perceived as bothersome and affect personal well-being.

Liposuction at BONITAS can help in such cases to specifically optimize body contours. A specialist relies on precise, tissue-sparing techniques – for an aesthetically harmonious result without an artificial effect.

At a glance

Liposuction (fat removal) with PAL technology removes stubborn fat deposits gently and with care for the tissue, without a drain.

Surgery time
1–3 hours depending on the area
Method
PAL liposuction + tumescent solution under general anesthesia
Hospital stay
outpatient or 1 day inpatient
Recovery
1–2 weeks, sport after 4–6 weeks
Final result
visible after 3–6 months

Google reviews: Liposuction at BONITAS

Anna25.06.2026

I can recommend the Bonitas practice from the bottom of my heart. I was operated on there three times because of my lipedema and at all times I felt comfortable, safe and taken seriously. My surgeries went without complications and both the appointments beforehand and the aftercare appointments were always on an equal footing and very genuine. My last liposuction was already 3 months ago and I feel comfortable in my body again and everything is healing very well! Dr. Marti was also very helpful with regard to possible support from the health insurance. Thank you for that! I am very grateful to have found the practice, Dr. Marti and Jasmin and would choose it again and again. Thank you very much!

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traeumende08.04.2026

About four months ago I had treatment with Dr. Martì for my lipedema and I am completely satisfied. From the first consultation to the aftercare I felt in very good hands at all times. The whole team is young, professional and at the same time pleasantly relaxed, which creates a very trusting atmosphere. During my stay at the clinic I was also looked after in a consistently friendly and attentive way. I found it especially positive that Dr. Martì and his team were always reachable. I am more than happy with the result of the treatment. My quality of life has improved considerably, and I am very grateful to have taken this step. I would choose BONITAS again anytime and can recommend him with full conviction. 🙏🏼☺️

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Maria Stein29.11.2025

I am so endlessly grateful that I decided on this clinic. My liposuction on the shins and on the abdomen with additional plasma tightening was a great success. I can hardly find the right words to thank the entire Bonitas team, but especially of course Alejandro Marti , Two years earlier I had already had a liposuction on the thighs done at another clinic. Both the doctor's care before and afterwards and the operation were absolutely unsatisfactory and involved severe, long lasting pain and restricted movement. That is why my fears about deciding on another liposuction were correspondingly high. Even the first visit for the consultation with Mr. Marti (wonderful explanation, professionally and personally interested in the story behind the ordeal with the lipedema) at the Bonitasklinik was so positive that I decided to overcome my fears and give Mr. Marti my trust. I was not disappointed! The liposuction was carried out so gently and carefully that already when I woke up in the clinic I noticed that my pain was nowhere near the same as with the first operation. Now it has already been almost 6 weeks since the liposuction and I am so proud of the result and of how the healing has gone! A huge thank you for letting me overwrite my negative experiences with the first liposuction in such a positive way! I thank Alejandro Marti and his lovely assistant for the wonderful support and humanity, for the friendly and humorous manner and for giving me courage again to look forward to the coming operation with joy. This clinic is in every respect only to be recommended for lipedema patients! You cannot have a better doctor at your side. Thank you so much!!!!!!

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Julia22.11.2025

I had liposuction at BONITAS because of my lipedema and I am totally thrilled with the result and the care. The consultation with Dr. Martí was honest, understandable and realistic, I felt safe from the very beginning. Surgery, team and aftercare were super well organized and very warm, I never had the feeling of being "just a number". Clear recommendation!

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Franziska Dietrich11.07.2025

Two months ago I had my lipedema surgery on my thighs here. I felt so incredibly well taken care of. From the first consultation to the aftercare everything was really good. I always felt comfortable and in good hands. I can only recommend Dr. Mart and his team to everyone. As for the results, so far I can only give an interim update, but with that I am absolutely satisfied.

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MZ BT05.11.2025

I have lipedema in my legs and arms and right now, after 3 operations, I am still in treatment, 2 operations are still to come. On top of that I have an underlying condition that is not entirely unproblematic. Dr Marti has adjusted to that 100 percent, has tailored the whole treatment concept to it and sees me as a patient in a very holistic way. Because of his calm, level-headed manner I trust this doctor blindly. At the beginning there were so many questions, so many uncertainties. But by now I simply let go. Because I know Dr Marti does it perfectly. He looks after me and keeps an eye on everything. Jasmin is also always there and approachable. When you meet her at the practice, the sun comes out. She is an absolute gem. Together as a team, she and Dr Marti are a perfect unit and you simply feel it. I can recommend this practice 100 percent to all lipedema patients. And even though my operations are not finished at all yet, I already notice a clear improvement of the symptoms now. I am eternally grateful to Dr Marti for taking me by the hand on this path. And Jasmin takes the other one 🙂 What more could you want.

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Vanessa McKasi15.05.2026

Had 2 liposuctions at the clinic on my thighs/lower legs because of stage II/III lipedema, I am more than satisfied with the result and would do it again. You could tell with the team that an optimal result matters to them just as much as it does to me as a patient and I felt in very good hands. Alejandro Marti is really super nice and outdid himself both times. If I had to have surgery again, I would definitely go to him again. 🙂

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Mone S.28.04.2026

I was with Doctor Marti for my liposuction on the legs because of lipedema. Great, likeable doctor and Jasmin is super nice too. They both took great care of me. My last operation was only four weeks ago but I am already absolutely thrilled with the result. I can only recommend it

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* Mandatory notice (Sec. 5b(3) German UWG): reviews since July 2024, as of 20.09.2026. Reproduced unchanged from Google, without our own authenticity check.

What is Liposuction?

Liposuction – colloquially known as “fat removal” – is a procedure in which excess, diet-resistant fat cells are permanently removed. The method is not for weight reduction, but for modeling and harmonizing the body silhouette.

The result: finely defined contours, a slimmer appearance – and a new sense of body confidence.

Liposuction – Your Path to a Harmonious Silhouette

At the BONITAS practice, you have a specialist by your side: our plastic surgeon, who combines aesthetic medicine with surgical excellence. Each liposuction is individually planned, tailored to your physique, and performed with the commitment to naturalness and quality that distinguishes BONITAS.

Woman in black lace lingerie with a slim waist and firm contours against a beige wall, symbolic image on the subject of liposuction at BONITAS in Nuremberg

Liposuction Procedure at BONITAS

Before Treatment

On the day of the operation

After the operation

Which Body Regions Can Be Treated with Liposuction?

Liposuction can be performed on almost all body areas – common areas:

Combined procedures are possible – such as liposuction with tightening or lipofilling (e.g., for buttock modeling).

Technique, Materials & Special Features

BONITAS exclusively uses modern, tissue-sparing liposuction methods:

Special attention is paid to natural results, fine contouring, and as inconspicuous scars as possible.

Advantages of Liposuction at BONITAS

Risks & Possible Side Effects

Liposuction is a proven procedure. Nevertheless, as with any medical procedure, the following side effects can occur:

Aftercare Tips

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): Liposuction Germany

The cost of liposuction varies depending on the region, scope, and technique. What is crucial is not the price alone, but the quality: An experienced specialist, modern procedures (e.g., vibration-assisted liposuction), hygienic surgical standards, and individual aftercare make the difference. At BONITAS, pricing is determined transparently after examination – budget providers often cut corners on safety and precision, which can be risky in the long term.

At BONITAS, we deliberately refrain from suctioning 10 kg of fat in a single session. A safe range is usually considered to be 3–5 liters (approx. 2.7–4.5 kg) per treatment. Therefore, for liposuction, we prefer to plan more extensive regions gradually – better for your body and your well-being.

The results of liposuction are permanent, as the removed fat cells do not regenerate. However, remaining fat cells can enlarge again with significant weight gain. A healthy lifestyle with exercise and a balanced diet helps to maintain the result long-term – aesthetically as well as functionally.

Fat has a lower density than water – 1 liter of fat weighs approximately 0.9 kg. Two liters therefore correspond to about 1.8 kg of pure fat tissue. However, the visible effect after liposuction does not depend solely on weight, but primarily on body shaping and contour improvement.

Weight loss from liposuction is usually 1–3 kg – depending on the volume suctioned. Important to know: Liposuction is not a substitute for weight reduction, but a procedure for targeted body contouring. However, the aesthetic effect can significantly exceed the actual weight reduction – e.g., through a flatter abdomen, clearer contours, and improved skin appearance.

Yes – liposuction on the abdomen is particularly advisable for stubborn fat deposits that persist despite diet and exercise. Especially after pregnancy or significant weight loss, the procedure can re-contour the midsection. With good skin elasticity, additional tightening is often not necessary – with excess skin, a combined thermal skin tightening may be advisable.

Smiling man with dark hair and beard in white coat against light background: Alejandro Marti, specialist in plastic and aesthetic surgery, BONITAS Nuremberg
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Scientific References

3 sources
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