Dermolipectomy is a surgical procedure primarily intended to remove excess skin and subcutaneous fatty tissue from specific areas of the body. Although it is often associated with tummy tightening procedures, dermolipectomy can be performed on various parts of the body where tissue laxity has occurred – most commonly after significant weight loss or due to the aging process. Unlike liposuction, which focuses only on fat removal, this procedure addresses the issue of excess skin that has lost its elasticity. Our goal is to eliminate the “excess” while ensuring maximum incision discretion, restoring harmonious, tightened, and defined body contours.
Before and after surgery consultation
During consultations, our team of surgeons performs a detailed analysis of your skin elasticity and the amount of tissue that needs to be removed in order to achieve the best possible aesthetic result. After the surgery, we monitor the healing process and skin adaptation through a series of follow-up examinations. Our team is there to support every stage of your recovery, providing precise instructions and guidance until we are certain that the desired tightness has been achieved and that the body contours are fully aligned with your expectations.
Preparation for surgery
To make the preparation process as convenient as possible, the entire process is centralized at our clinic. All necessary laboratory tests, ECG, and consultations with an internist are performed shortly before the procedure, saving you time and allowing complete medical control. Along with detailed instructions regarding preoperative hygiene and tissue preparation, you enter the operating room fully prepared, knowing that every safety protocol has been followed down to the smallest detail.
Type of anesthesia
Due to the nature and extent of the procedure, dermolipectomy is performed exclusively under general anesthesia. This approach ensures that you remain in a deep, painless sleep throughout the entire operation. Our experienced anesthesia team continuously monitors all vital functions, providing maximum safety and allowing a comfortable and calm recovery immediately after waking up, without any discomfort.
Surgical procedure
The surgeon carefully plans the incision placement to ensure it is as discreet as possible and easily concealed within natural skin folds or by clothing. During the procedure, the surgeon precisely removes the defined area of excess skin and fatty tissue, after which the remaining healthy skin is carefully tightened and secured with sutures. The procedure provides an immediate effect of a reshaped and firmer silhouette in the treated area. Thanks to the high level of precision of our surgeons, postoperative scars are minimized, resulting in an aesthetically balanced and tightened body appearance.
Recovery after surgery
After the procedure, patients remain under close supervision of our medical staff for 24 hours. Upon returning home, wearing a specialized compression garment is necessary to help the tissue stabilize properly and reduce postoperative swelling. A gradual return to daily activities takes place over the following weeks, while a full return to sports activities is expected after approximately six weeks. By following our surgeons’ recommendations, your body will gradually achieve a slimmer and firmer appearance.
