Liposuction Berlin & Düsseldorf – What is WAL liposuction?

The water-jet assisted liposuction (WAL) gently removes diet-resistant fatty tissue using water-jet technology. It is suitable for body contouring of the abdomen, legs, buttocks, arms, back and hips, as well as the face, chin or neck.

We offer flexible financing options for your WAL liposuction.

• Thorough examination and pre-treatment photographs (photographic documentation)
• A special solution (saline, local anaesthetic, adrenaline) is injected into the treatment area
• A fine cannula with a water-jet attachment is introduced
• The fatty tissue is gently loosened by the water jet
• Precise, even suctioning for an aesthetic result
• Closure with sutures or adhesive strips
• Application of a compression dressing

• Faster recovery than with conventional methods
• WAL causes fewer bruises and less swelling
• Reduced risk of injury to surrounding tissue and blood vessels

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## <h3> Frequently asked questions about liposuction & liposuction

### What are the risks of liposuction?

As with any surgical procedure, liposuction using water-jet technology carries risks and possible complications. These include infection, bleeding, uneven fat removal or skin irregularities. These risks are minimised with WAL liposuction.

### What is the difference between water-jet assisted liposuction and other methods of liposuction?

Compared with, for example, vibration liposuction or tumescent liposuction, water-jet assisted liposuction is performed under twilight sedation. Recovery time is shorter, and haematomas and bruising are less common.

### How much does liposuction of the abdomen cost?

The cost of liposuction of the abdomen depends on the amount of abdominal fat to be removed, the duration of the liposuction procedure and the type of anaesthesia chosen.

### Is water-jet liposuction safe?

Water-jet liposuction is a safe and gentle method for eliminating stubborn fat deposits. Abdominal fat, underarm fat, love handles and saddlebags can all be effectively treated with WAL liposuction, beautifully sculpting and contouring the body with WAL liposuction.

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## <h3> Liposuction Berlin & Düsseldorf

Private Practice for Plastic/Aesthetic Surgery & Hand Surgery

Dr. med. Karl Schuhmann

Grabenstr. 17

40213 Düsseldorf

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## <h3> Lipofilling with autologous fat

The suctioned fatty tissue can be used for a subsequent autologous fat transfer, for example for breast augmentation with autologous fat or for wrinkle treatment with autologous fat.

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## <h3> Liposuction before and after images

Liposuction before and after images cannot unfortunately be shown online. In Germany, it is not permitted to publish before and after photographs of cosmetic surgery.

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## <h3> Liposuction for lipoedema

For the fat distribution disorder lipoedema, water-jet liposuction is a suitable treatment for removing localised fat deposits.

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## <h3> Further information about liposuction

• Subaxillary fat – what is it?
• Skin tightening procedures following significant weight loss
• Abdominoplasty
• YouTube FAQs on liposuction

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## <h3> You may also be interested in these treatments

• Liposuction
• Sculptra Body contouring
• Wrinkle treatment with autologous fat

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## Contact information

Düsseldorf:

• Address: Grabenstr. 17, 40213 Düsseldorf
• Phone: +49 (0) 211 875 98 360
• Opening hours: Monday–Friday 9:00–18:00

Berlin:

• Address: Kurfürstendamm 65, 10707 Berlin

Liposuction before and after images cannot unfortunately be shown online. In Germany, it is not permitted to publish before and after photographs of cosmetic surgery.