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Liposuction for Patients from Benguela

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from $1,200

The price is fixed in the contract before surgery

Real case
Liposuction: a patient's abdomen and flanks before and after surgery before after
Stubborn local fat that diet and exercise don't shift. Your plan is set at the consultation

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Results

Liposuction results
of our patients

All cases are real patients. Faces and identifying details are hidden.

Abdomen and flanks

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Liposuction of the abdomen and waist: before and after surgerybeforeafter
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Comparison

Liposuction techniques

We use two liposuction techniques: tumescent (classic) and VASER (ultrasound). Compare the goal, the indications and the anaesthesia to choose the right technique together with your surgeon.

Tumescent liposuction

A special solution loosens fat for removal through a thin cannula

Tumescent liposuction: abdomen and thighs before and after surgery

from $1,200

Main goal
Removal of local fat with minimal blood loss
When it is done
Abdomen, flanks, thighs, back, arms, chin
Anaesthesia and stay
Local or general anaesthesia, home the same day or after 1 day

VASER liposuction

Ultrasound breaks down fat cells before vacuum removal

VASER liposuction: a male patient before and after surgery

Price at consultation

Main goal
Defined muscle relief and body contouring
When it is done
Athletic abs and delicate areas
Anaesthesia and stay
Local or general anaesthesia, 1–4 hours of surgery

The benefits and recovery times shown are averaged for each technique and given for guidance: the scope of correction and rehabilitation depend on your anatomy and individual features, and the surgeon confirms them at the consultation.

At the consultation the surgeon draws up a plan for your case and explains how your liposuction will go.

Free, before surgery and with no obligation.

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Body areas we treat

Several areas can be treated in one operation — this saves recovery time and budget

  • Abdomen and flanks

    The most requested area for women and men, often combined with abdominoplasty

  • Thighs (outer and inner)

    Fat that doesn't respond to exercise

  • Upper and lower back

    Back rolls that spoil the silhouette

  • Upper arms and shoulders

    Noticeable in warm weather

  • Chin and neck

    Small volume and a fast-appearing result

  • Knees

    A delicate zone that calls for precision

  • Chest (for men)

    Gynecomastia, pseudogynecomastia: the fat part

About the clinic

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Modern equipment, comfortable rooms and care for every patient

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Liposuction is not for everyone

If your case can be solved without surgery, the doctor will tell you so at the consultation — and you will not spend money for nothing.

Suitable

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  • Local fat that resists diet and exercise
  • Uneven subcutaneous fat
  • Disrupted body proportions
  • Silhouette changes after childbirth or weight loss
  • Fat component of gynecomastia in men
  • Good skin tone and elasticity

Not suitable

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  • Patients under 18
  • Pregnancy and the breastfeeding period
  • Endocrine obesity
  • Decompensated diabetes
  • Blood coagulation disorders
  • Serious heart, kidney or liver disease, cancer

Not sure the surgery is right for you?

Leave your number — the coordinator will call you back, and the surgeon will tell you whether liposuction suits you. No surgery booking needed.

Find out if it suits me
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Prices

You know the price
before surgery

The final price is calculated individually after an examination and fixed in the contract.

Liposuction prices

  • First consultationFree
  • Flanks / waist liposuctionfrom $1,400
  • Thigh liposuction (outer)from $1,200
  • Thigh liposuction (inner)from $1,200
  • Torso liposuction — the front abdominal wall, sides of the belly, lower backfrom $3,600
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Find out your liposuction plan and price

The surgeon assesses the fat deposits and skin tone, listens to your wishes and chooses the right technique.

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all inclusive

What the price includes

From preparation for surgery
to post-op check-ups.

  • All scheduled dressings
  • Scheduled post-op check-ups
  • A personal coordinator on call
  • Compression garments fitted on the day of surgery
  • A stay in a comfortable
    hospital ward with meals
  • Individual recommendations
    for recovery
  • Remote progress monitoring
    by photos

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How it works

From consultation —
to your new contour

An agreed treatment plan, careful monitoring after surgery and post-op check-ups.

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Consultation
and the surgical plan

The surgeon listens to your wishes, assesses the fat deposits and skin tone and rules out contraindications. A hormonal screening is also ordered — it helps predict the long-term result.

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Booking the date
of surgery

We reserve a surgery date for you: the deposit can be paid by card at the clinic or online by bank transfer. The terms are fixed in the contract for medical services

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Check-up before
surgery

Blood tests (complete count, coagulation panel, biochemistry, infections), an ECG, a chest X-ray and, if needed, a GP consultation. All tests can be done at the clinic with no waiting.

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Surgery

Marking the areas and fitting compression garments. Under local or general anaesthesia the surgeon removes fat through 3–5 mm micro-punctures — from 1 hour for small areas to 3–4 hours for a combined procedure.

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Waking up
and monitoring

With local anaesthesia you go home 3–4 hours after surgery; with general anaesthesia you stay one day in a comfortable ward under medical supervision.

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Recovery

Compression garments for 30–45 days. First changes show at 2 weeks, once swelling subsides; the final result forms in 3–6 months. Check-ups at 7 days, 3 and 6 months.

Book a free consultation — the surgeon will plan every step with you.

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Recovery after liposuction

After tumescent liposuction, recovery is much shorter than after a conventional procedure. Most patients return to work within 7–10 days. In the first week, mild swelling and a raised temperature are possible — a normal response to surgery. Compression garments are worn for 30–45 days: they fix the new contours and speed up tissue recovery. In the first month, bathhouse, sauna, pool and intense sport are off-limits. For the best result and faster recovery we recommend lymphatic drainage massage, pressotherapy and a gradual return to activity. First visible changes show 2 weeks after surgery, when the main swelling subsides; the final result forms in 3–6 months.

Post-op check-ups

After 7 days, at 3 months and at 6 months. Until the end of the year, get a post-surgery consultation with your surgeon to review results and get more information, at the clinic's expense.

Advantages

Reasons patients choose City Medical Centre

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Just find out — you lose nothing

At the consultation we discuss your wishes and assess the fat deposits and skin tone. Before surgery an endocrinologist rules out hormonal causes of the fat deposits — this improves the long-term result.

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We stay with you after surgery

The surgeon follows your recovery and the new body contour at check-ups after 7 days, 3 and 6 months. Check-ups, dressings and aftercare advice are already included in the price of surgery.

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A beautiful contour that fits your figure

Tumescent and VASER techniques, micro-incisions of 3–5 mm and precise volume control. Our aim is a smooth contour that keeps the natural proportions of your body.

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Your schedule is our priority

We respect your time: we work 24/7, with easy booking and a personal approach — we adapt to your pace.

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Fixed prices

After the consultation the surgeon defines the areas and the scope of surgery, and you get a clear price fixed in the contract — no hidden extras.

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Round-the-clock care after surgery

With general anaesthesia recovery starts in a comfortable hospital ward under round-the-clock nursing care. The stay and meals are already included in the price.

FAQ

We answer what
people ask before booking

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Liposuction in Benguela: price and what is included

Prices are in US dollars; the amount in brackets is an approximate conversion to AOA at the rate of 02.10.2026. The final price is fixed in your contract.

How much does liposuction in Benguela cost?

Prices start from $1,200 (≈ AOA 1,150,000) per area. The surgeon sets the final price at the free consultation, and it is fixed in the contract, with no hidden extras.

What is included in the price?

The operation under local or general anaesthesia and the surgeon's support throughout recovery. The price is per area and fixed in the contract.

How do I get my exact price?

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How liposuction works for Benguela residents

Two techniques are used. In tumescent liposuction a saline-based solution with lidocaine and adrenaline is injected first; it loosens fat and constricts vessels, so blood loss is minimal and there is almost no bruising. In VASER liposuction ultrasound breaks down fat cells before vacuum removal, which suits athletic abs and delicate zones. The surgeon picks the method for each patient in Benguela.

Preparation follows a simple schedule. Two weeks before surgery, medications that affect blood clotting are stopped; a week before, alcohol and smoking are cut out for faster healing; the last meal is eight hours before the operation. On the day itself, the surgeon meets you, marks the areas and fits compression garments. This is the routine for everyone in Benguela.

One operation can cover several problem zones, and the price reflects that: from $1,200 (≈ AOA 1,150,000) for a single area, calculated individually for combinations. The contract fixes the sum with no hidden extras, and instalments carry no interest. For patients from Benguela, a free surgeon consultation is the place to plan scope and cost together. Leave a request to book yours.

Benguela and why liposuction planning here has its own rhythm

Benguela is a city in western Angola and the capital of Benguela Province. It has a population of 555,124 in the city and 561,775 in the municipality at the 2014 census, which makes it one of the most populous cities in the country. A city of this size has a wide mix of people who ask about body contouring: office staff, teachers, traders, port and industry workers, students, and women and men who run their own small businesses. Each of them plans an operation around a different working week, so the first step is always to think about your own schedule rather than a general one.

Liposuction is a contouring procedure. Using tumescent and VASER techniques, the surgeon removes fat through micro-incisions of 3–5 mm, with precise control of the volume removed. The aim is a smooth contour that keeps the natural proportions of your body. In a city where people meet often, at family gatherings, church, the stadium, the beach and the market, patients usually say they want a result that looks like themselves, only more balanced. That is the right way to describe the goal to your surgeon.

City Medical Centre works with patients from Benguela through a free online consultation. You do not have to arrange anything in advance: coordinators answer around the clock, 24/7, on Telegram and WhatsApp. You can write in the evening after work, on a weekend, or early in the morning before the day begins. We respect your time and adapt to your pace, so you can think calmly, ask again, and compare the plan with your own calendar before making any decision.

Climate of the Atlantic coast and what it means for recovery

Angola has alternating rainy and dry seasons, and the dry season, known as cacimbo, is often marked by heavy morning mist. The coastal plain is described as sparsely watered, and temperatures tend to rise closer to the Atlantic Ocean. Benguela lies on that coast, so most of the year you can expect warm, humid air near the sea, with cooler mornings in the dry months. The coolest months across the country are July and August.

For recovery after liposuction, warmth and humidity matter in practical ways. Compression garments are worn for 30–45 days, and in warm weather they can feel heavy and make you sweat. Choose breathable cotton layers to wear under and over the garment, keep a spare set so you can change when needed, and follow your surgeon's instructions on washing and fit. Do not loosen the garment because of the heat without asking, since it supports the tissues while the swelling goes down.

Sun is the second point. In the first weeks the skin over the treated area is sensitive, and strong coastal sun can irritate it and make bruising more noticeable. Loose, light clothing that covers the area is a sensible choice, and tanning beds are off-limits for at least a month. Sun on the beach comes with sand, salt water and long hours outdoors, so plan the operation so that these are not part of your first weeks. Your surgeon gives all individual recommendations after surgery.

Choosing the season for the operation

There is no single correct month, but the calendar of the coast gives some guidance. In the dry cacimbo months, mornings are cooler and misty, and a compression garment is easier to wear. During the rainy months, the air is more humid, and you should pay extra attention to keeping dressings and the skin dry and clean. Neither season is a barrier; what matters is that your first 7 days can be quiet and that you can be at home without physical exertion or heavy lifting.

Think about the events you do not want to miss: a wedding, a baptism, a family reunion, a holiday at the beach, a football match at the Ombaka stadium. Most patients return to their usual routine and work in 7–10 days, but swelling and bruising clear only by weeks 4–5, and the final result forms in 3–6 months. If you want to feel comfortable in a swimsuit or fitted clothing for a particular date, count back several months, not several weeks.

Also consider work cycles. Traders, port and transport workers, and people in the harvest and processing sectors have busy periods when they cannot step away. Choose a quieter window, tell your coordinator about it in the online consultation, and the plan will be built around it. If your calendar changes, say so early; booking is easy and flexible, and we adapt to your pace.

Work, study and daily life in Benguela after liposuction

Benguela has a long history as a centre of trade with the interior, and today it remains an important commercial link between western and eastern Angola. Coffee, corn, sisal, sugarcane and tobacco from the interior are traded here, and the city has fish processing, sugarcane milling, and the production of pottery, soap and tools. Many people therefore work on their feet, carry loads, or spend hours in warehouses and workshops. For them, the rule of the first 7 days is clear: no physical exertion or heavy lifting.

If your work is at a desk, in a shop, in teaching or in an office, return is usually quicker. Most patients are back to their routine and work in 7–10 days. Ask the surgeon during the consultation which tasks to avoid, and for how long, and what to say to your employer. A short, honest explanation that you had a planned procedure and need a few days to recover is usually enough.

Students at the Universidade Katyavala Bwila, founded in 2009, face a different question: lectures, exams and group work. Sitting is possible once you feel comfortable, but long hours without moving are not ideal, so get up and walk a little regularly. Plan the operation away from exam weeks, and keep the compression garment under loose clothing so that daily life in the lecture hall is not disturbed.

At home, ask a spouse, relative or friend to help with shopping, carrying water and heavy household tasks for the first days. This simple arrangement does more for a calm recovery than any special product.

Food culture, family events and your recovery

Food in Benguela is shaped by the Atlantic and the interior: fresh and processed fish, corn, and produce traded in the city markets. Meals are social, and family tables are often generous. Liposuction is not a weight-loss method, and it does not replace a balanced diet. The World Health Organization describes overweight and obesity as an excessive accumulation of fat that can harm health, and the surgeon will separate a health question of this kind from a question of contour. Be open about your weight history during the consultation.

After the operation, there is no need for a strict diet, but light meals, enough water and regular eating help you feel well while the body recovers. Alcohol is off-limits for at least a month, which matters in a city where celebrations often include a drink. Plan your first weeks so that you can say no easily, or choose a date that does not fall in the middle of a festive period.

Family events are the real planning test. If a wedding or a funeral gathering falls within the first weeks, you may need to stay seated for part of the day, wear the garment under formal clothing, and avoid dancing and lifting. Tell your close family in advance what to expect. It is easier to be supported by people who know the reason for your caution than to explain yourself in the middle of an event.

Sport, the beach and the pool after the operation

Football is a big part of life in Benguela. The Ombaka stadium, opened in December 2009 with 35,000 seats, hosted matches of the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations, and local clubs keep the city passionate about the game. Many patients play on weekends or train with friends, so the question of sport comes up very often in the consultation.

The rule is simple: for the first 7 days, no physical exertion or heavy lifting. For 4–6 weeks, wear compression garments and avoid the bathhouse, sauna, pool and active sport. Walking at an easy pace is usually welcome, but running, matches, gym sessions and swimming wait until the surgeon allows them. Your surgeon gives all individual recommendations after surgery, and these may differ depending on the areas treated.

For a coastal city, the sea and the pool are the other temptation. The restriction on the pool applies in the same way to the sea in the first weeks, because the puncture areas need to heal and stay clean. Sand and salt water do not combine well with fresh micro-punctures and a compression garment. Plan the return to the beach after your check-up and with the surgeon's agreement.

Teammates and coaches are usually understanding if you tell them in advance that you will be absent for about a month and a half. A gradual return, with lighter sessions first, is better than a rushed one.

Who is a candidate, and who should wait

We operate from age 18+, if there are no contraindications. There is no upper age limit: after an examination and health assessment, the decision is made individually. This matters for patients in Benguela who come to the question later in life, after pregnancies, years of work or changes in weight, and who still want a more balanced contour.

Good candidates are generally in stable health, with localised fat that does not respond to diet and exercise, and with realistic expectations. Liposuction shapes the body; it is not a treatment for obesity and it does not tighten loose skin on its own. Contraindications are decided by the doctor, and general reasons to postpone include acute illness, problems with blood clotting, and conditions that make anaesthesia unsafe. Tell the doctor about every chronic condition and every medicine you take.

Preparation is part of the decision. Give up smoking, alcohol and medications that affect clotting, such as aspirin, 7–10 days before liposuction. Pre-operative tests are also required: blood tests, ECG, ultrasound, and consultations with a GP and an anaesthesiologist. You receive all instructions after the first consultation, so you do not have to remember them from this text.

If you are not ready, that is also a valid answer. A free online consultation costs you nothing and commits you to nothing, and it can show whether the operation is suitable now or later.

How the procedure and the stay work

The operation begins with marking the areas and fitting compression garments. Under local or general anaesthesia, the surgeon removes fat through 3–5 mm micro-punctures. The surgery lasts from 1 hour for small areas to 3–4 hours for a combined procedure. The choice of anaesthesia depends on the extent of the work, your health and your preference, and it is discussed beforehand.

With local anaesthesia you go home 3–4 hours after surgery. With general anaesthesia you stay one day in a comfortable ward under medical supervision. In both cases you have a clear plan for the first hours at home: a quiet place, someone nearby, the compression garment on, and the coordinator reachable at any time of day on Telegram or WhatsApp.

The punctures are only 3–5 mm across, and they usually need no stitches. Once healed, the marks are barely visible, and with proper care during recovery they fade completely. For people in a warm coastal city who wear light clothing for most of the year, this is a useful detail, because the marks are small and are easy to protect from the sun in the early weeks.

The surgeon uses tumescent and VASER techniques with precise volume control. In the consultation, ask which technique is planned for your areas and why, and how the surgeon will protect the natural proportions of your body.

The recovery timeline week by week

Recovery follows a predictable order. The first 7 days are the quietest: rest, no heavy lifting, and the garment worn as instructed. The first changes show at 2 weeks, once the main swelling subsides. Most patients are back at their usual routine and work in 7–10 days, although this is a return to ordinary activity, not the end of recovery.

Swelling and bruising clear by weeks 4–5. Compression garments are worn for 30–45 days, and the bathhouse, sauna, pool and active sport are avoided for 4–6 weeks. Alcohol and tanning beds are off-limits for at least a month. An interim result is assessed at 1.5–2 months, and the final contours form in 3–6 months, once the tissues have fully adapted.

Check-ups take place at 7 days, 3 months and 6 months, and the surgeon follows your recovery and your new body contour at each of them. Check-ups, dressings and aftercare advice are already included in the surgery package. Until the end of the year, you can also get a post-surgery consultation with your surgeon to review results and get more information, at the clinic's expense.

Because the review is done remotely from Benguela, keep a few simple records: photographs in the same light and the same position, notes on how the garment fits, and any questions that come up between check-ups. They make each conversation with the surgeon more concrete.

Questions Benguela patients bring to the first conversation

People in Benguela tend to ask practical questions before they ask about technique. Will I be able to cover the garment under work clothes? Who will help at home in the first days? How do I explain an absence to my employer or my teachers? These are good questions, and the free online consultation is the right place to put them, because the coordinators answer around the clock on Telegram and WhatsApp.

Another common question is whether one session can treat several areas. Surgery takes from 1 hour for small areas to 3–4 hours for a combined procedure, so the surgeon can discuss with you which areas make sense together and which are better left for later. The aim stays the same: a smooth contour that keeps the natural proportions of your body.

Many patients also ask what is normal in the first days. Swelling and bruising are expected and clear by weeks 4–5. Write down what you notice, send photographs in the same light, and share them in the chat so the team can follow your recovery without you waiting for the next check-up.

Heat, humidity and dust: keeping the treated area comfortable

Benguela sits on a coastal plain that is described as sparsely watered, and temperatures tend to rise closer to the Atlantic. In practice that means dry air and dust on some days, humid air on others. After liposuction the micro-punctures of 3–5 mm should stay clean, so change dressings as the surgeon instructs and do not touch the area with unwashed hands.

Heat makes people sweat under the compression garment, which is worn for 30–45 days. Rest in the shade or in a ventilated room, drink enough water and wear light cotton layers over the garment. If the skin becomes irritated, tell the surgeon through the coordinators rather than adjusting the garment yourself.

On dusty or windy days, limit time outdoors in the first weeks, especially while the punctures are still healing. Short, easy walks in the cooler part of the day are a sensible way to keep moving without exposing the skin to sun, sand and dirt.

Making a plan with your household and workplace

A calm recovery is mostly a matter of arrangement. Before the operation, agree with your husband or wife, a relative or a close friend who will be with you on the day of surgery and for the first night, especially if you have general anaesthesia and stay one day in the ward. With local anaesthesia you go home 3–4 hours after surgery, so someone should be ready to accompany you.

Prepare the home beforehand: clean bedding, easy meals, water within reach, loose clothing, and a spare compression garment. Move heavy items so that you do not need to lift anything in the first 7 days.

Talk to your employer early if your job is physical. Most patients are back at work in 7–10 days, but a person who carries loads may need lighter duties for longer. The surgeon gives individual recommendations after surgery, and the check-ups at 7 days, 3 months and 6 months are good moments to confirm what you can resume.

How the online consultation works from Benguela

The first step is a free online consultation. You write to the coordinators on Telegram or WhatsApp, available 24/7, and tell them which areas concern you, your general health, any previous operations and the medicines you take. Photographs help the surgeon to understand your question, and you decide what to send and when.

The surgeon then reviews your information and discusses the plan with you: which areas, which technique, which anaesthesia, how long the procedure takes, and which tests are needed beforehand. You get all instructions after the first consultation. If something is unclear, ask again; there is no limit to the number of questions, and the coordinators adapt to your pace.

Benguela has good connections within Angola by road and rail, and the city is a commercial link between the coast and the interior, so patients often discuss the plan with relatives living in other provinces. The online format makes this easy: a spouse, a sister or a friend can join the conversation, listen to the answers and help you decide.

Before you agree to anything, ask the surgeon the questions listed in the FAQ below. A good consultation leaves you with a clear plan, a realistic picture of the result, and no pressure to decide quickly.

How long does liposuction take, and do I go home the same day?

Surgery lasts from 1 hour for small areas to 3–4 hours for a combined procedure, under local or general anaesthesia. With local anaesthesia you go home 3–4 hours after surgery. With general anaesthesia you stay one day in a comfortable ward under medical supervision.

When can I go back to work in Benguela?

Most patients return to their usual routine and work in 7–10 days. If your work involves carrying loads or heavy physical effort, which is common in trade, processing and port work, ask the surgeon for a specific plan, because the first 7 days exclude physical exertion and heavy lifting.

How long do I wear the compression garment in warm weather?

Compression garments are worn for 30–45 days. The coastal warmth makes them less comfortable, so use breathable cotton underneath, keep a spare set and ask the surgeon before changing anything. Do not remove the garment on your own because of the heat.

Can I go to the beach or the pool after the operation?

For 4–6 weeks you should avoid the bathhouse, sauna, pool and active sport. The same caution applies to the sea, because the puncture areas must heal and stay clean. Tanning beds and alcohol are off-limits for at least a month, and your surgeon gives individual recommendations.

When will I see the result?

The first changes show at 2 weeks, once the main swelling subsides. Swelling and bruising clear by weeks 4–5, an interim result is assessed at 1.5–2 months, and the final contours form in 3–6 months.

Will there be visible scars?

The surgery is done through punctures only 3–5 mm across, and they usually need no stitches. Once healed, the marks are barely visible, and with proper care during recovery they fade completely. Protect the area from strong sun in the early weeks.

Who can have liposuction, and is there an age limit?

We operate from age 18+, if there are no contraindications. There is no upper age limit: after an examination and health assessment, the decision is made individually. Liposuction is a contouring method, not a treatment for obesity.

How do I prepare for the operation?

Give up smoking, alcohol and medications that affect clotting, such as aspirin, 7–10 days before. Pre-operative tests are required: blood tests, ECG, ultrasound, and consultations with a GP and an anaesthesiologist. You receive all instructions after the first consultation.

What follow-up do I get, since I live in Benguela?

Check-ups take place at 7 days, 3 months and 6 months, and the surgeon follows your recovery and body contour at each one. Check-ups, dressings and aftercare advice are included in the surgery package. Until the end of the year you can also have a post-surgery consultation with your surgeon, at the clinic's expense.

What should I ask the surgeon during the online consultation?

Ask which areas are suitable, which technique is planned and why, which anaesthesia is recommended, how long the surgery will take, what the recovery will look like in your work and daily life, and what the contraindications are in your case. Coordinators are available 24/7 on Telegram and WhatsApp if more questions come up later.

Can I have liposuction during the rainy season in Benguela?

Yes, no season is a barrier. In humid weather pay extra attention to keeping the punctures and dressings dry and clean, wear breathable cotton over the compression garment, and make sure your first 7 days are quiet, without exertion or heavy lifting.

Should I bring someone with me for the operation?

It is wise to have a close person with you. With local anaesthesia you go home 3–4 hours after surgery, and with general anaesthesia you stay one day under medical supervision. Having a spouse, relative or friend ready makes the first night calmer.

Can I write to the coordinators at night?

Yes. Coordinators work 24/7 on Telegram and WhatsApp, so you can write after work, at night or at the weekend. The consultation is free, and you can take time to think and ask again.