Treatments
Plastic surgery
Are you considering plastic surgery? You will find a clear explanation of the most common plastic surgeries on these pages, including the advantages, disadvantages and risks involved.
Book an appointment with our plastic surgeon to discuss your needs in greater detail. He will explain the limitations and complications of the procedures in all honesty. This will give you a very realistic view on the chosen treatment, which will in turn avoid disappointment in the future. If needed, you can always combine this with a visit to our dermatologist for additional advice.
Chest
Face
Aesthetic dermatology
Mediclinic prides itself on its vast experience in the treatment of esthetic skin conditions. After consultation with our dermatogist, you will be advised on the safest and most efficient treatment. All treatments are supervised by our dermatologist. Mediclinic has an arsenal of lasers, devices and technologies to ensure you get the best results.
You will find a short description of the most common esthetic skin conditions on this website, including the different treatment options available:
Lasers
Medical wellness
Whoever thinks of Mediclinic, thinks of plastic surgery, esthetic dermatology, laser treatments,...
Today we have added a new dimension. The professional medical wellness now offers very gentle, pleasant, calming or rejuvenating treatments, that provide excellent results. These treatments include facials, medical pedicures, manicures, permanent epilation, skin tightening, peelings, cryolipolysis, etc. You're most welcome to enjoy a moment of pure relaxation at our clinic.
These treatments can be booked on their own or in combination with our dermatological or surgical interventions. A relaxed body and mind will prepare you for the more stressfull treatments and will make sure you can can recover in the best possible circumstances.
Mediclinic prides itself on its extensive experience and ensures you will get the best treatments based on the most recent developments in the field.The wellness treatments are not performed by our doctors but by our paramedical staff. The treatments were developed and selected by our dermatologist.
Ophthalmology
Mediclinic hosts the ophthalmological centre Medifocus, which specializes in eye surgery. The clinic has an operating room dedicated to eye surgery and equipped with the latest technology.
Book your appointment at Medifocus for:
- a consultation
- a preliminary examination before surgery
- eye surgery
Medifocus is specialised in laser eye surgery (to free yourself from your glasses), cataract removal and lens replacement.
Visit our partner website, www.medifocus.be/en, for more information.
Gynecology
Tummy Tuck
Abdominoplasty is a procedure that removes fatty tissue and skin from the abdomen. The scar is located in the lower abdomen, just above the pubis. This scar is similar to that of a caesarean section.
A mini abdominal tuck is performed in the area below the navel, leaving no scar on the belly button. The abdominal muscles are repositioned and a small strip of skin is removed. This procedure is ideal for excess skin and abdominal muscle problems below the navel.
When the excess skin is located above the navel, an extended tummy tuck is required. This leaves a scar in the lower abdomen, but also around the navel. The scar is positioned deep into the navel (and not on the outside edge as frequently occurs) using a special technique that leaves it barely visible.
Oedema (swelling) of the skin above the scar frequently occurs after the intervention. This effect is temporary and disappears after the lymphatic system has recovered. If the abdominal muscles are sutured in the midline, wearing a support girdle is required for four to six weeks and no heavy lifting is allowed for six weeks. Tobacco, diabetes and excess body weight increases the risk of problems with wound healing. If the scar does not heal properly, home care for cleaning the wound may be needed. An extended tummy tuck can partially be reimbursed by your medical insurance if functional impairment is recognized.

Practically
A tummy tuck is painless because the skin above the scar is insensitive during the first few weeks following surgery. If the abdominal muscles have to be sutured, they can be sensitive for 5 days.
A tummy tuck requires a minimum of 24 hours observation in order to control blood loss. Afterwards 2-weeks rest must always be observed. After 2 to 4 weeks, office work can be resumed but without any strain on the abdominal muscles. For up to 6 weeks, no more than 10 kg in weight can be lifted. The skin above the scar may remain swollen for longer, especially if the patient returns to work too soon.
A tummy tuck always includes a risk of infection. Fatty tissue under the skin is sensitive to infection. Smoking, diabetes and additional interventions such as liposculpture of the thighs increase the risk. If inflammation occurs and scars reopen, extra home care will be needed for 2 months to heal the wound.
During the first 2 weeks, a district nurse will come to treat the wound. Avoid swimming or taking a bath for 4 weeks. A support girdle must be worn day and night for 6 weeks.