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Cosmetic operations at a glance

Information on the most common aesthetic procedures – with costs, risks and official checklists.

Last updated
August 2026

This is a translation for convenience. The German version and the insurers' policy terms prevail.

Which operations are there?

Aesthetic surgery covers a broad spectrum of procedures. The following applies to all of them: the statutory health insurance fund (gesetzliche Krankenkasse) does not cover any costs in the event of a complication. Follow-up cost insurance (Folgekostenversicherung) is therefore strongly recommended.

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ProcedureCostWhat to look out for
Breast augmentation (Brustvergrößerung)EUR 4,000 – 8,000The most popular aesthetic operation in Germany. Cost: EUR 4,000 – 8,000. Risks: capsular contracture (Kapselfibrose), implant displacement, infection.
Liposuction (Fettabsaugung, Liposuktion)EUR 2,000 – 6,000Removal of fat cells on the abdomen, hips and thighs. Cost: EUR 2,000 – 6,000. Risks: uneven contours, infections, thrombosis.
Rhinoplasty (Nasenkorrektur)EUR 3,000 – 7,000Reshaping of the nose – aesthetic or functional. Cost: EUR 3,000 – 7,000. Risks: scar healing, sensory disturbances.
Facelift (Gesichtsstraffung)EUR 5,000 – 12,000Tightening of the facial and neck skin. Cost: EUR 5,000 – 12,000. Risks: scars, nerve damage, asymmetry.
Eyelid lift (Augenlidstraffung)EUR 2,000 – 4,000Removal of excess skin on the upper or lower eyelids. Cost: EUR 2,000 – 4,000. Risks: dry eyes, scarring.
Abdominoplasty (Bauchdeckenstraffung)EUR 4,000 – 8,000Tightening of the abdominal skin after weight loss or pregnancy. Cost: EUR 4,000 – 8,000. Risks: large-area scars, wound healing disorders.
Upper arm lift (Oberarmstraffung)EUR 2,500 – 5,000Removal of excess skin on the upper arm. Cost: EUR 2,500 – 5,000. Risks: scarring on the inside of the upper arm.
Labiaplasty (Schamlippenkorrektur)EUR 1,500 – 3,500Reshaping of the labia. Cost: EUR 1,500 – 3,500. Risks: hypersensitivity, scarring.
Hair transplant (Haartransplantation)EUR 2,000 – 8,000Transplantation of the patient's own hair follicles in cases of hair loss. Cost: EUR 2,000 – 8,000. Risks: unnatural result, infection, scarring.
Buttock augmentation (Po-Vergrößerung)EUR 4,000 – 9,000Implants or autologous fat for more volume. Cost: EUR 4,000 – 9,000. Risks: infection, implant displacement.
Wrinkle treatment (Faltenbehandlung, Botox/filler)EUR 200 – 800Injections to reduce wrinkles. Cost: EUR 200 – 800. Risks: over-allocation, asymmetry. Can be insured through cosmetics-protect.
Sleeve gastrectomy (Schlauchmagen, Sleeve)EUR 4,000 – 10,000Stomach reduction for weight loss. Cost: EUR 4,000 – 10,000. Risks: gastric leaks, malnutrition.

Checklists

Before you have a cosmetic procedure carried out, structured preparation is worthwhile – both for you as a patient and for the conversation with your doctor. The German Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Plastisch-Rekonstruktive und Ästhetische Chirurgie, DGPRÄC) has developed official consultation aids (Beratungshilfen) for all common procedures, which you can download free of charge as a PDF.

These checklists help you to ask the right questions, to assess risks realistically and to go into your operation well informed. Follow-up cost insurance additionally protects you should complications arise despite careful preparation.