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Liposuction in Ondo: Cost and Results

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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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Liposuction results
of our patients

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

Abdomen and sides

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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.

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Areas we treat

One operation can cover several areas — you save on recovery time and on budget

  • Abdomen and sides

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

  • Thighs (outer and inner)

    Fat that doesn't respond to exercise

  • Back and lower back

    Back fat that spoils body contours

  • Arms and shoulders

    A cosmetic issue seen in warm weather

  • Chin and neck

    Little volume, a quick visible result

  • Knees

    A delicate zone that calls for precision

  • Chest (for men)

    Gynecomastia, pseudogynecomastia — the fat component

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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  • Not yet 18
  • Pregnancy and the breastfeeding period
  • Endocrine obesity
  • Decompensated diabetes
  • Disorders of blood clotting
  • 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.

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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
  • Liposuction of the torso — front abdominal wall, abdominal sides, 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.

The surgical team during the operation4

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.

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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

Why people 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.

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Liposuction in Ondo: price and what is included

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

How much does liposuction in Ondo cost?

Prices start from $1,200 (≈ ₦1,600,000) 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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Liposuction in Ondo: what you should know

It is worth being clear about what the surgery does not do. Liposuction does not treat obesity and is not a way to lose kilos; if your weight is unstable, a nutritionist or endocrinologist comes first. Nor does it change the skin structure behind cellulite, although smoother contours make it less visible. What it does for people in Ondo is remove local fat and reshape the silhouette.

Is it painful? No: the procedure is done under anaesthesia, local or general depending on scope. Afterwards mild discomfort is possible and is relieved with painkillers prescribed by the doctor. Most patients return to their usual routine in 7–10 days, while swelling and bruising resolve by weeks 4–5. That is the typical course for people in Ondo after liposuction.

What does the first step cost? Nothing: the plastic surgeon consultation is free. At it you learn whether liposuction suits you, which method fits your zones and what the final price will be, starting from $1,200 (≈ ₦1,600,000). People in Ondo can fill in the short form or write in any messenger, and the coordinator will get back to you shortly to arrange a convenient time.

Ondo and liposuction: who this guide is for

Ondo Town is the second largest city in Ondo State, Nigeria, with about 375000 inhabitants. It is a trade centre for the surrounding region, and many of its residents are traders, farmers, teachers, students, civil servants and business owners. People who think about liposuction here usually have a full schedule of work, family duties and community events. They want a clear plan more than a long list of general promises. This text is written for them: it ties each stage of liposuction to the rhythm of life in Ondo and says plainly what to expect.

Liposuction is a body contouring procedure. It removes localised fat deposits that stay in place despite a steady diet and regular activity. It is not a weight-loss method and does not replace a healthy lifestyle. The World Health Organization treats overweight and obesity as a separate health topic that needs a broader, long-term approach. If your main concern is overall body weight, the first conversation should be about that, and a surgeon may suggest a different order of steps. Liposuction suits people whose weight is fairly stable and who want to refine specific areas.

City Medical Centre works with patients from Ondo through a free online consultation. Coordinators are available 24/7 on Telegram and Telegram, so you can write when it suits you: after a market day, between lectures, after a shift or late in the evening. You do not need to rearrange your week to take the first step. You send your questions and photos, and a coordinator arranges a conversation with the surgeon.

Daily life in Ondo and how to plan the operation

Ondo is a working town. Commercial crops such as yams, cassava, grain, tobacco and cotton are grown around it, and the town is described as the largest producer of cocoa products in the region. Trade and farming shape the calendar of many families, with busy periods and quieter ones. Choose a quieter period for liposuction, when you do not have to stand for long hours, carry loads or supervise heavy work in the first days.

The medical facts give a clear frame. 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. Most patients return to their usual routine and work in 7–10 days. For the first 7 days there is no physical exertion or heavy lifting. If your work involves lifting sacks, loading goods or long periods on your feet, tell the surgeon at the first consultation so that the plan fits your real tasks.

It helps to arrange support at home. A relative or friend who can help with shopping, cooking and children during the first days makes the recovery calmer. In a town where family ties are close, this is usually easy to organise, but ask people in advance and agree who does what. Decide before the operation who will answer your customers or colleagues, so you are not tempted to go back to work too early.

Climate, heat and recovery: general advice for Ondo

Your recovery will be easier if you plan it around the weather you actually experience, so this section gives general advice rather than a forecast. On hot or humid days, compression garments can feel warm. Choose breathable cotton underlayers if the surgeon allows it, keep the garment clean and dry, and ask the coordinator how to care for it. Compression garments are worn for 30–45 days, so you will wear them through more than one kind of weather.

Swelling and bruising are normal after liposuction and clear by weeks 4–5. Heat and long exposure to direct sun can make swelling feel more noticeable. Rest in shade or in a ventilated room, drink water regularly and avoid long walks in the middle of a hot day while you are healing. Tanning beds are off-limits for at least a month, and you should also be cautious about strong natural sun on treated areas. Loose, light clothing over the garment is more comfortable than tight fabrics.

Dust and dirt on windy or dry days can irritate healing skin and dressings. Keep dressings clean, change them as the surgeon instructs and do not touch the punctures with unwashed hands. For the first 4–6 weeks avoid the bathhouse, sauna, pool and active sport. If you usually cool down by swimming, replace it with shade, a fan and rest until your surgeon allows it. A hat or umbrella when you go out is a simple way to stay comfortable.

Work, study and family routine during recovery

Ondo has a large student population. The town hosts Ondo State University of Medical Sciences, Wesley University, Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo City Polytechnic and the National Institute for Educational Planning and Administration, among other institutions, and it has over 200 public and private schools. If you study or teach, plan the operation for a time when you can miss practical sessions and long hours of sitting on hard benches. Most patients are back at their usual routine in 7–10 days, but each person recovers at their own pace.

Office and classroom work is usually easier to resume than physical work. Sit with good posture, stand up regularly and wear the compression garment as instructed. For teachers who stand for long periods, short breaks are important in the first weeks. If you manage a shop or stall, consider asking someone to handle lifting for a while. Heavy lifting is excluded during the first 7 days, and your surgeon will tell you when you can gradually go back to a normal load.

Families in Ondo are often large, and young children may want to be carried. In the first week this is not possible, so tell relatives beforehand. Parents of small children should arrange help with lifting and bathing them. Plan the check-ups too: they take place at 7 days, 3 months and 6 months, and they can be arranged around school terms and work calendars. Your coordinator helps you fit them in.

Food, celebrations and the Ondo social calendar

Food in Ondo is closely tied to the land around it: yams, cassava, grain and the products of local farming have a central place at the table. Liposuction does not remove the need to eat sensibly. A stable weight keeps the contour you gain, and your surgeon will explain eating habits that support recovery. Do not go on a strict diet before or after surgery without medical advice. Adequate protein and fluids support healing, and the surgeon can give personal guidance.

Family events, naming ceremonies, weddings and community gatherings are an important part of life in Ondo, and the town has a strong traditional identity, with its monarch bearing the title Osemawe. Do not schedule the operation right before an important event. Swelling and bruising clear by weeks 4–5, and the final result forms in 3–6 months. If you want to look your best at a celebration, plan well ahead and count in the whole recovery period rather than only the first weeks.

Alcohol is excluded: give it up 7–10 days before liposuction and keep away from it for at least a month afterwards. At gatherings, prepare a non-alcoholic drink you enjoy, so you are not pushed into explanations. Large festive meals are fine in moderation once you feel well, but heavy, salty dishes can increase the feeling of swelling, so listen to your body and your surgeon's advice.

Traditional clothing, garments and your silhouette

Cotton in Ondo is often used to weave the culturally significant cloth known as Aso Oke, which is commonly used to make clothing among the local population. Well-cut traditional clothing can be fitted closely or worn loose, and many patients ask how liposuction will look under such outfits. The goal of the procedure is a smooth contour that keeps the natural proportions of your body, so the change should look natural and not exaggerated.

During the compression period, 30–45 days, choose looser garments that fit comfortably over the compression layer. Avoid tailoring new fitted outfits until swelling has gone down and the surgeon has seen your progress. First changes show at 2 weeks, once swelling subsides, an interim result is assessed at 1.5–2 months, and the final contours form in 3–6 months. A tailor will give a better fit after the contour has settled.

Photos taken from the same angles in the same light help you follow the change. Send them to your coordinator before the consultation and keep taking them in the same way later. Remember that early swelling can hide the result, so judge the result by the later stages, and bring any worries to the check-ups at 7 days, 3 months and 6 months.

How liposuction is done and what to ask the surgeon

Liposuction uses tumescent and VASER techniques, with micro-incisions of 3–5 mm and precise volume control. The surgeon marks the areas and fits compression garments. Under local or general anaesthesia, fat is removed through 3–5 mm micro-punctures. The operation takes from 1 hour for small areas to 3–4 hours for a combined procedure, and the overall range is 1–4 hours of surgery. The punctures usually need no stitches. Once healed, the marks are barely visible, and with proper care they fade completely.

Prepare questions before your online consultation. Which areas are suitable in my case, and can several be combined? Which anaesthesia do you recommend, and what does it mean for going home the same day or after 1 day? How long will I wear compression garments? What activity is allowed in the first 7 days? What can I do for work and for family tasks? Which tests are needed and how do I take them locally? Write the questions down so you do not forget them during the call.

Ask also what the follow-up looks like. The surgeon follows your recovery and the new contour at check-ups after 7 days, 3 and 6 months. Check-ups, dressings and aftercare advice are already included in the cost of surgery. Until the end of the year you can get a post-surgery consultation with your surgeon to review results and get more information, at the clinic's expense. Ask how to send photos and messages if something worries you between visits.

Planning liposuction around the working week in Ondo

Ondo is the trade centre for the surrounding region, so many people here run their own time: market traders, farmers who sell yams, cassava and cocoa products, tailors, teachers and civil servants. A salaried employee can ask for leave in a block, while a trader has to decide who watches the stall. Before you pick a date, write down every task that only you can do in the first two weeks and find a person for each of them. This simple list often decides whether recovery is calm or stressful.

Home the same day is possible with local anaesthesia, and a stay of one day is needed with general anaesthesia. Either way, the first evening should be spent resting. Arrange for someone to be with you at home that night, to help you stand up, bring water and remind you about the garment. Most patients return to their routine and work in 7–10 days, and swelling and bruising clear by weeks 4–5, so a light schedule for the first month is sensible.

If your income depends on daily sales, talk openly with the surgeon about the type of work you do. A clear plan, such as a few days fully at rest, then light tasks, then a gradual return to your normal load, is better than guessing. The coordinator can pass your questions on, and you can ask them at any hour, since the team works 24/7.

Evening walks, sport and the return to activity

Many people in Ondo stay active through football with friends, walking, dancing at gatherings and physical work. After liposuction the order matters. For the first 7 days there is no physical exertion or heavy lifting. For 4–6 weeks you wear compression garments and avoid the bathhouse, sauna, pool and active sport. Light walking in the cooler part of the day is usually welcome, but your surgeon sets the exact pace.

When you return to a team game or the gym, begin well below your usual level. Teammates and training colleagues may not understand why you step back, so tell them it is a medical instruction. Tissues are still adapting until the final result forms in 3–6 months, so tolerance to load grows gradually, and any new pain or unusual swelling should be reported to the surgeon at once rather than waiting for the next check-up.

Think of sport as part of keeping the result. Liposuction removes fat cells from the treated area through 3–5 mm micro-punctures, but it does not replace movement and sensible eating. A regular, moderate routine that you can keep for years helps you hold the new contour better than short bursts of hard training.

Questions people from Ondo often send to coordinators

Patients from Ondo usually write with practical questions. Can the tests be taken near home? Which areas can be combined in one session? Will the marks show? Can I attend a family event soon after? The coordinator answers the organisational part, and the surgeon answers medical questions during the free online consultation. Photos taken in good light help the doctor give a more precise answer.

Another common question is about expectations. The aim is a smooth contour that keeps the natural proportions of your body, not a dramatic change. First changes show at 2 weeks, an interim result is assessed at 1.5–2 months, and the final contours form in 3–6 months. If someone promises an instant result, treat it with caution.

People also ask who should not have the operation. The doctors decide from your history and tests, which include blood tests, ECG, ultrasound and consultations with a GP and an anaesthesiologist. Be open about illnesses and medicines. An honest picture protects you and lets the team choose the right anaesthesia and technique.

Ondo markets, cocoa season and the choice of a quiet month

Ondo is described as the largest producer of cocoa products in its region, and it is also the trade centre for the surrounding area. Anyone whose work or family income follows the farming and selling cycle knows that some weeks are far busier than others. For liposuction, pick a stretch when your presence is needed less: not the busiest days of buying and selling, and not the weeks when you must supervise others on the farm or at the stall.

Ask yourself three practical questions before choosing a date. Who will handle the tasks that involve lifting or long standing during the first 7 days, when there is no physical exertion or heavy lifting? Who will be at home on the first night, whether you return the same day under local anaesthesia or after 1 day under general anaesthesia? And what can be postponed until your 7-10 day return to the usual routine and work? Written answers make the surgeon's planning far easier.

Share this picture during the free online consultation. A surgeon who knows that you load goods, stand behind a counter, teach classes or sit in an office can describe a realistic sequence of rest, light tasks and normal load, instead of giving only general advice.

Schools, universities and the young adults of Ondo

Ondo has a strong educational profile. Ondo State University of Medical Sciences, Wesley University, Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo City Polytechnic and John Bosco Institute of Technology are all located here, and Ondo Boys' High School, founded in 1919, is among the oldest schools in Africa. Young adults in such an environment often ask whether they are old enough and whether study will suffer.

The centre operates from age 18 if there are no contraindications. Younger people should not expect an exception. Students who are adults should plan the operation outside examination periods and practical assessments, because most people return to their routine in 7-10 days, while swelling and bruising clear only by weeks 4-5. Sitting for long hours in a lecture hall is easier with regular short breaks and the compression garment worn as instructed.

Lecturers and school staff have a different challenge: standing and speaking for hours. Ask the surgeon how to organise your first weeks back, and keep water at hand. Remember also that the final result forms in 3-6 months, so judge the outcome by the later stages and not by the first days of the term.

Realistic expectations and honest information

Many people in a busy trading town compare experiences with friends, relatives and neighbours. That is natural, but every body and every operation is different. The technique combines tumescent and VASER methods with micro-incisions of 3-5 mm and precise volume control. The aim is a smooth contour that keeps the natural proportions of your body, not a copy of someone else's silhouette.

Treat the timeline as a guide. First changes show at 2 weeks, once swelling subsides. An interim result is assessed at 1.5-2 months. The final contours form in 3-6 months, when the tissues have fully adapted. If a neighbour tells you the result was visible in a day, remember that early swelling and later settling are different processes.

Ask the surgeon to explain what can and cannot be achieved in your case, and which areas are suitable. A clear, modest forecast from the doctor is a better basis for a decision than any dramatic promise, and the coordinators are available 24/7 if new questions come up while you think it over.

Candidates, preparation and how the remote consultation works

The centre operates on patients 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. Contraindications are assessed by the doctors from your tests and history, so be honest about chronic illnesses, medications and earlier operations. A good candidate has realistic expectations, stable weight and good general health.

Preparation matters. 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. Ondo has a university specialised in medical sciences and many educated professionals, so you may well find someone in your circle who can explain a test result, but the final decisions are made by your surgeon.

The remote consultation is free. You write to a coordinator on Telegram or Telegram at any hour, since the team works 24/7. You describe your goals, send photos and tests, and speak with the surgeon online. The surgeon explains whether liposuction suits you, which techniques are appropriate and what the stages are. We respect your time, with easy booking and a personal approach, and we adapt to your pace. You decide when you are ready to go on.

Is the first consultation for patients from Ondo really free?

Yes. The online consultation is free. You write to the coordinators on Telegram or Telegram, send your questions and photos, and arrange a conversation with the surgeon. Coordinators are available 24/7, so you can choose a time that fits your work or studies.

How long does the operation take and when can I go home?

Surgery takes 1–4 hours: from 1 hour for small areas to 3–4 hours for a combined procedure. 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?

Most patients get back to their usual routine and work in 7–10 days. For the first 7 days there is no physical exertion or heavy lifting, so if your job is physical, discuss it with the surgeon beforehand and plan lighter duties.

How long do I wear compression garments, and what about hot weather?

Compression garments are worn for 30–45 days. On hot or humid days, keep the garment clean and dry, rest in shade or a ventilated room, drink water and wear loose clothing over it. Ask your coordinator about care of the garment.

When will I see the result?

First changes show at 2 weeks, once swelling subsides. An interim result is assessed at 1.5–2 months. Swelling and bruising clear by weeks 4–5, and the final result forms in 3–6 months, once the tissues have fully adapted.

Will there be visible scars?

The surgery is done through punctures only 3–5 mm across, which usually need no stitches. Once healed, the marks are barely visible, and with proper care during recovery they fade completely.

What must I avoid before and after the operation?

Give up smoking, alcohol and medications that affect clotting, such as aspirin, 7–10 days before. Afterwards avoid the bathhouse, sauna, pool and active sport for 4–6 weeks. Alcohol and tanning beds are off-limits for at least a month. Your surgeon gives all individual recommendations after surgery.

Who can have liposuction?

The centre operates 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. Tests include blood tests, ECG, ultrasound, and consultations with a GP and an anaesthesiologist.

Is liposuction a way to lose weight?

No. It shapes the contour of specific areas and does not replace a healthy lifestyle. If your concern is general overweight, discuss that with the surgeon first, because other steps may be needed before body contouring.

What follow-up do I get?

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

Can I plan liposuction if I run a shop or stall in Ondo?

Yes, but plan the time carefully. Most patients return to usual routine and work in 7–10 days, with no heavy lifting for the first 7 days. Arrange someone to handle stock and customers, and discuss your tasks with the surgeon during the online consultation.

Is it all right to take part in a family celebration soon after the operation?

It is better to leave a gap. Swelling and bruising clear by weeks 4–5, and the final result forms in 3–6 months. Alcohol is off-limits for at least a month, so plan important events well after the first weeks.

Can I send photos to the coordinator at night?

Yes. Coordinators are available 24/7 on Telegram and Telegram, so you can write after work or late in the evening. Photos in good light, from the same angles, help the surgeon assess your case during the free online consultation.

Can I choose a quieter season in Ondo for liposuction?

Yes. Look at your own calendar of work, trade, study and family events. Choose a time when you can rest in the first 7 days and return to your routine in 7-10 days, and discuss the date with the surgeon during the free online consultation.

Can a student in Ondo have liposuction?

If you are 18 or older and there are no contraindications, yes. Plan around exams and practical sessions, because swelling and bruising clear by weeks 4-5, and wear the compression garment as instructed while you study.

How do I keep up with check-ups while working?

Check-ups are at 7 days, 3 months and 6 months. Tell the coordinator your work and study schedule so that the dates can be arranged to suit you. Coordinators are available 24/7 on Telegram and Telegram.