Liposuction (Fettabsaugung)

Liposuction at Dr. Rittinger's Nuremberg practice permanently removes localised fat deposits from the abdomen, flanks, thighs, hips, arms or other areas that are resistant to diet and exercise. Using tumescent technique, the procedure precisely sculpts the body contour. It is often combined with tummy tuck or body lift procedures for more comprehensive reshaping.

Liposuction (Fettabsaugung or Liposuktion) is a surgical body-contouring procedure that permanently removes diet-resistant fat deposits from targeted areas of the body. Common treatment sites include the abdomen, flanks and love handles, inner and outer thighs, hips, buttocks, upper arms and the submental area under the chin. Because fat cells removed by liposuction do not regenerate, the improvements are lasting provided body weight remains broadly stable. Dr. med. Clemens Rittinger performs liposuction using the tumescent technique: a dilute solution of local anaesthetic and adrenaline is first infiltrated into the fat layer to make it swell and become firm, which allows more precise extraction, substantially reduces bleeding and improves post-operative comfort. Small incisions are placed in discreet locations through which a thin cannula is inserted to break up and aspirate the fat. The technique gives the surgeon detailed control over the amount and distribution of fat removed, which is important for a smooth, natural result. Liposuction is most suitable for patients who are close to their target weight but have persistent localised fat bulges that do not respond proportionally to exercise and diet, and whose skin has sufficient elasticity to contract after the procedure. It is not a treatment for obesity and does not address loose skin — where excess skin is also present, liposuction may be combined with an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) or body lift for a more complete result, and Dr. Rittinger plans both elements together where appropriate. Procedures are performed at St. Theresien-Krankenhaus Nürnberg. Recovery involves several weeks of compression garment wear; swelling reduces progressively and the final contour is visible at three to six months. The practice in Nuremberg, Bavaria serves patients from across the region and is easily reached by public transport or car.