How successful is treatment in your clinic?

Many patients come to us, because earlier patients recommended us, a fact that speaks for itself. In the area of liposuction we even have numbers. According to a survey of liposuction patients at proaesthetic, 92% of the questioned clients would recommend the treatment.

Are plastic surgical treatments painful?

proaesthetic offers all variations of anesthesia, from local anaesthesia to complete sedation. The choice of anesthetic depends on the type of treatment and you sensitivity to pain. You can be sure that treatment will be as painless as possible.

How safe is treatment?

You can be sure of one thing: We only use the safest and well-researched techniques available, and the most modern technology. Also all treating doctors have great capacities in their area.

Which doctors will treat me?

All of our doctors are not only specialists who are highly experienced and qualified, but that also keep up to date by furthering their education. So your beauty is in the best hands.

Does public or private insurance pay?

Insurance usually doesn’t cover such treatments. There are some exceptions, such as surgical corrections after diseases or other operations, but these are unusual and must be discussed with the insurance company. We are happy to assist you with cost assessments and medical evaluations.

Isn’t treatment in a private clinic very expensive?

Some treatments don’t cost more than a small vacation. Others are more expensive. But for these we also offer attractive finance plans.

A private clinic- that sounds very exclusive. Is it right for me?

Our private clinic has a diverse clientele. From house wife to manager, from student to actor. In short: Here, everyone is welcome – thanks to our financing options, nearly every procedure is affordable to everyone. The exclusiveness of our offer is restricted to one thing only: the quality of our services and consultation.

What’s the secret of hair transplantation?

Hair transplantation is simply the redistribution of already existing hair. In such manner, no new hair is made, but rather the procedure removes entire follicles of hair in the form of grafts, micrografts, and minigrafts from areas of thick growth at the back of the head, transplanting them to bare areas of the scalp.

When do I feel fit again after an operation?

This depends entirely upon the procedure. Some operative measures take only a few minutes whereas others like liposuction may take 2-3 hours. The length of time also depends upon one’s constitution. In reflection upon this question, we recommend a personal question in order to best calibrate your individual needs.

Does hair transplantation cause scars?

The right method, performed by an experienced hair surgeon, leaves almost no scars. Depending on the thickness of the donor area, it is likely that no traces will be left from the operation.

Can other peoples´ hair be transplanted?

The human immune system is a perfect defence system. If material from another body is transplanted, the immune system attacks it. For this reason, the only promising type of hair transplantation of one’s own hair. From a medical point of view, nothing else is an option in the area of cosmetic hair surgery.

How expensive is hair transplantation?

The costs of hair transplantation are as individual as each person’s problem. Depending on the method, extent and frequency of the treatment, prices differ, starting at around 2.200 €. A price that is certainly worth it, considering the heightened self-confidence and attractiveness you will attain. Besides, if you add up the cost of medicinal treatment for hair loss, the price is astronomic. These costs would also last a lifetime, along with unpleasant side effects. An investment in your self-confidence with hair transplantation can be paid in monthly rates. Allow us to consult you in detail!

Is hair transplantation also possible for women?

Of course! Women with hair loss can be treated with the same methods. This tetment is especially helpful for women who wish for a hair correction due to burn wounds or accidents.

Does a complete consultation make sense?

How important are your body and your effect on other people to you? As soon as you start to consider plastic surgery or hair transplantation you should make a consultation appointment with a certified specialist or hair surgeon. Only a specialist can show you what results are to be expected, with the aid of modern presentation techniques, so that you are not disappointed by too high expectations. As mentioned earlier, your body, health and well-being should be worth a complete consultation to you!

What prerequisites must I fulfil for hair transplantation?

Before hair transplantation, it must be clear that the hair loss is not due to disease, which is then treated in a different way, and that there is enough donor hair to be transplanted. All of these issues can be clarified in a consultation with our experienced hair surgeons.

Is hair transplantation permanent?

Yes. Hair transplantation leads to very long-lasting, and particularly natural looking results. The redistributed hair grows permanently and finally, because the genetically inherited information that is responsible for hair growth is located in the hair root.

Is there a “best” method for hair transplantation?

There is a great variety of methods for hair transplantation. Scientific progress never stops moving, and it is our goal to fid the best and gentlest technique for each patient. Due to this, one cannot speak of “the” method, it always depends on individual factors. These questions can only be resolved in a professional consultation.

Which implant is right for me?

There are smooth and textured implants in different shapes and sizes. The doctor helps you decide which is right for you in a personal consultation.

What is the best operation technique for breast augmentation?

There is the option of placing the implant above or below the chest muscle. This decision is made on an individual basis.

Can the implant get punctured?

New manufacturing techniques make it possible to fill implants with a cohesive gel. This means that they can be sliced without deflating.

Does the implant have to be renewed eventually?

If the breasts are still attractive and soft after 10 years, and there are no complaints, there is no reason to replace the implants.

For whom is liposuction possible?

Liposuction is not a wonder drug to solve weight problems. It is a good solution when fat depots are hard to lose with exercise and diets.

Can fat cells that have been removed grow back?

No, but this doesn’t mean limitless eating will remain without consequences, because the remaining fat cells can inflate. This means that the treated areas do not grow back, but one can still gain weight.

How much fat can be removed in one operation?

This depends on many factors. As a matter of principle, no more than 6 litres of pure fat should be removed. In a personal consultation with the surgeon, the amount of fat to be removed from the patient is determined.

How do I find a good aesthetic surgeon?

Unfortunately, aesthetic surgeon still is not a protected term in Germany. To make sure the doctor actually has surgical experience, it is recommendable to pay attention to the title. Surgical doctors and doctors of plastic surgery, as well as doctors with the title of plastic operations in the area mouth, jaw and face surgery, or HNO are especially qualified. Also memberships in the main aesthetic-surgical societies are a good sign!

Is there scarring after a peeling?

This is not completely impossible, but it happens extremely seldom if the doctor’s advice is followed.

What problems can’t be treated with blue-peel?

Large pores are hardly affected by this treatment. Acne scars respond better to dermabrasion.

Does age play a role? Am I too young or old for a chemical peel?

There is no upper age limit for this. What is decisive is your general health and willingness to care for the skin correctly after treatment. If you only have a few wrinkles, you are probably too young for a peeling, which can also have negative effects, such as a slight lightening of the skin. This disadvantage is easier to tolerate if the treatment serves its purpose in reducing extensive wrinkles.

How long does it take after a peeling to be able to go back to work?

According to our experience, you will want to spend the first 10 days at home. In this time, you will be busy caring for your skin, and your appearance will be temporarily disadvantageous, so that you will want to stay out of public.

How old should I be for eyelid corrections?

Usually eyelid surgery is performed when signs of aging are apparent enough. When the eyes look small or tired, or become difficult to apply makeup onto. This is usually over the age of 40. You cannot be too old for blepharoplasty.

Can eyelid corrections be combined with other operations?

This is possible, and often desirable. A combination of eyelid surgery and other facial treatments, such as facelifting, foreheadlifting, or nose surgery may be seen in a frame of an aesthetic general concept. For every single person an individual consultation is of great importance.

Does an eyelid correction leave scars?

Every operation causes a scar. Decisive for aesthetic surgery is whether the scar will be visible. Scars on the eyelids generally heal to the extent of invisibility. A scar on the upper eyelid is hidden in the crease of the eyelid.

When does a facelift come in question for me?

Most facelifts are performed on women in their mid-forties or above. You can wait until the signs of age are very visible, and the improvement by a facelift will be more impressive. Or you can have a facelift when aging is just appearing, or is only visible to yourself.

Is facelifting only for women?

No. Increasingly men also are profiting from the harmonization of inner and outer age. It is important to rejuvenate while retaining a characteristically masculine look.

Can I prevent my face from aging?

Faces age very differently, depending on the individual. Outside and inside factors play important roles. The genetically determined factors cannot be influenced. However, a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle, and conscientious body care can help one appear younger longer A facelift can make you look several years younger, but it cannot stop the process of aging.

I am a smoker. Is this a problem for aesthetic surgical operations?

Yes, this can be slightly problematic. Smoking, for example, reduces the facial circulation. And good facial circulation is decisive for good healing after facial operations. It can be necessary to modify such operations for smokers, so that bad circulation does not impair the results.But this also means that the effects of the operation can be smaller.

How long do the results of a facelift last?

After a facelift, your face will continue to age at a normal speed. But without a facelift, aging is much more visible. Age, origin, skeletal structure, skin type, and outside influences such as smoking, sun damage and lifestyle in general influence how much you will profit from a facelift. For most patients, a facelift results in the clock of visible age being turned a decade back.

Does a facelift cause scars?

Yes. Incisions in the skin generally result in scars. So it is the surgeon’s job to make the incisions in places where the scars can be hidden well, or are inconspicuous in the visible areas. Scarring depends not only on the surgeons talent, but also on your skin type, the post-operative healing process, and your personal care.

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