Singelberg Clinic

Noorman van der Dussen's expertise and experience played a major role in my decision to have my FFS with him, especially given the deeply personal significance of this part of my transition.

I was met with two people, a surgeon and his secretary, who both seemed personally invested in my results, and earned my trust.

I underwent forehead and hairline contouring, jaw and chin reshaping, a tracheal shave, and a lower lip fat transfer.

These procedures targeted the areas of most intense dysphoria for me; Facial dysphoria had been the strongest and most persistent part of my discomfort, and it has felt impossible to move forward confidently in my transition without aligning my face more closely with my identity.

The surgical experience itself was surprisingly manageable.
Pain was negligible; maybe a day or two of pain in my jaw and chin area, but otherwise I was fine.

The only small issue came from accidentally tugging on one of my mouth sutures while eating, which caused a little bump at the back of my mouth, but it healed without further problems, and overall, recovery was smooth thanks in large part to carefully following the post-op care instructions.

Emotionally, the immediate aftermath was incredibly affirming. When I finally saw myself without the compression garments, just about ten hours post-op, still looking like a zombie, my first reaction was a quiet “Wow, nice. I finally did it, hah.”
Even in the most swollen state I enjoyed looking at myself in the mirror.

That said, recovery wasn’t a straight line. About a month in, when the swelling started to subside, I hit a bit of an emotional low. Residual uneven swelling and excess tissue around my jaw and chin gave my face an aged look that was difficult to process after the initial high. I had to remind myself that healing is a marathon, not a sprint, and that I was only one month post-op.
By the two-to-three-month mark, the swelling improved, and I found myself really enjoying my reflection again.

FFS didn’t solve everything, but it changed everything. It gave me a foundation of comfort and confidence that’s been vital for me as a trans woman. Socially, I’m gendered correctly far more often now, and personally I feel far more confident in proceeding with my transition and be more "me".

I had my FFS with Dr. Frans Noorman van der Dussen and I am really happy.

The staff were very accommodating and the communication all along the process was clear and professional.

The Dr. listened to what I wanted and the results look very natural, I'm overall really pleased with how I look now. I feel much more feminine in my appearance and much more confident nowadays.

I would definitely recommend!!

The doctor genuinely listens to you and works with you to find what feels best for you. I am very satisfied with my treatment and was pleasantly surprised by how beautiful the results turned out!

I have had some lipo filling from my stomach to my face, deadlifting and fron done by dr Oelbrand in the Singelbergclinic on 17 th October 2024
It was a very good value, dr Oelbrand did everything very well and I am very satisfied with the result. The Singelbergclinic is nice, good and clean, I would advice everyone to take a consult!
They are proffesional and quick to respond!

Super care and excellent results. From the first contact, there was very clear communication and that gave me a safe feeling.

The result was amazing and the care was optimal!
The personal guidance after the operation was also very pleasant.

I am very satisfied because the result is really what I wanted. Perfect

I had my FFS with Dr Oelbrandt and it was just amazing. Everything from begin of the consult to months after the surgery has been great with communication, professionalism and just being super enthusiastic about his job you feel you're in good hands here.

The results are better than I expected. I went in for my own safety with normal expectations but I can truthfully say I am amazed and in love with the results so far. Just super happy with everything I can't thank Dr Oelbrandt enough for the work he has done and would by saying that I recommend everyone that wants/thinks about doing an FFS to go here!

Cannot recommend Dr Oelbrandt enough. I have had two procedures done by him, the first in 2011 and the second last month. He has a wealth of experience, and is so patient and understanding. Takes time to understand the issues and desired outcomes, and is realistic and clear about the procedure and outcomes. I am so happy with the results of my recent procedure - a neck and facelift, and dramatic improvement in a facial scar which had affected my confidence. Dr Oelbrandt consults in London and then performs the surgery in Beveren. It represents very good value for money. I originally chose this clinic in 2011 because it was recommended by a friend.

Doctor Oelbrandt really takes his time to listen to your wishes and gives you clear explanations on every question. You can view photos of beautiful results of the "before and after" so that you can already get a clear picture. Doctor Oelbrandt is also easily accessible and very involved and will also email you all the information you need. I also had a lot of confidence in the doctor, and the result is great! The nursing was also very reassuring and top!

Doctor Oelbrandt explains everything from "needle to thread"😌👌🏽
Thank you Doctor Oelbrandt! Ms Nancy

Dr. Oelbrandt is obviously a very experienced, highly qualified plastic surgeon. During the first consultation, he took ample time to explain the various options to me and we agreed that I would have a facelift, limited neck lift and a lateral brow lift. The surgery itself was uneventful and recovery was quick and hassle-free. I am extremely pleased with the natural-looking result. Before the procedure my face looked old and tired; now I like looking at my face in the mirror again. It was also good value compared to prices in other countries like Italy or the UK.

Honestly, there is no way to fault this surgeon he is honestly amazing! Best prices and best results. The Dr himself gives the best advice and really knows what he is talking about, the surgery he performed is everything that I wanted and life-changing. I carried out a rhinoplasty and the results for this was amazing and quoted myself a reasonable price. Honestly don’t be in doubt I can guarantee you, you will be safe in his hands and happy.

I had a breast reduction with Dr Oelbrandt 3 weeks ago and my experience with him has been amazing right from the start. On the first consultation, he explained everything to me from A to Z, I came in with a list of questions and they got answered before I even got to ask them. The surgery itself went really well and he listened to what I wanted. Every time I worried about something(this being my first surgery) he made sure to reassure me. My results are amazing as well. He is a great surgeon with a big heart and I recommend him a million times.

I had my breast augmentation/UPLIFT 5 years ago with Dr Oelbrandt and I have never regretted my decision. I also had Rhinoplasty in Aug 2019 and he was the only surgeon I would choose to perform this procedure. He is both honest and professional. Dr O gives you a realistic view as to what can be done. If your looking for a surgeon who performs natural results then look no further. We travelled from London to Belgium and all communication from Dr O and his team was flawless! Such as easy road trip. The cost was more than affordable and you can see that Dr O is not there to make you feel like another statistic, he is there to give you the confidence you are looking for.

He recommends a hotel just across the road from the clinic, giving you the ease of use especially after your procedure. 5-star service!

Consultations can be done by Skype or in London, again never ever felt pressurised. Dr O knows exactly what will suit you and never gives you false hope. I did my consultations face to face in London. His communication by email is also fantastic and always responds.

The Singleberg clinic is absolutely stunning, clean & professional. All nurses and anaesthetists are so calming. Its location is perfect, near the shops and a hotel. If your looking for a clinic and surgeon, look no further. You will not be disappointed! A very happy client!

I chose Dr Noorman Van Der Dussen to perform my chin surgery (reduce the vertical height and feminize to create a more V shape) as after much research he seemed to have the most experience and qualifications for this procedure.

With this type of surgery, it is very important to choose a surgeon who specialises in this area. Dr NVDD is a craniomaxillofacial and aesthetic surgeon which means he has a great understanding of how to manage both the bone and soft tissue for the best outcome.
I would advise against going with a surgeon who offers hundreds of different procedures as they may not have the knowledge required to avoid possible problems such as loss of sensation in the face/skin sagging.

Consultation:
Dr NVDD holds monthly consultations in London, which I attended. Dr NVDD is very friendly, and I could soon tell that he totally understood what I needed/wanted changing with the appearance of my chin. It was such a relief to finally have someone understand what my issues were and he gave me total confidence that he knew how to achieve my desired look.

Patient:
From the moment of the first email inquiring about this procedure until the present day, my experience was fantastic. Dr NVDD's assistant was very friendly, helpful and answered any questions that I had. She really helped to make the whole experience as stress-free as possible.

Travel:
The assistant of Dr NVDD provided me with a comprehensive list of travel instructions/tips, so getting to the clinic in Belgium was no problem. For those travelling for this procedure, I highly recommend staying at the Notarishuis Beveren B&B as it is a 1-minute walk away from the clinic and owned by the wife of one of the other surgeons at the clinic. They were very helpful and it was nice to know they were used to hosting guests who were travelling for surgery.

Hospital:
As I had a general anaesthetic, my surgery took place in a local hospital. It was very clean and modern and the staff were warm, kind and competent.

Surgery:
The day of my surgery was as stress-free as possible! Dr NVDD came to see me before surgery, he was so kind and reassuring, I almost felt like a family member of his. I had virtually no pain after the procedure. After I came round from the anaesthetic I remember touching my lips and lower face to check I still had sensation, and I was so happy when I did. I know this can be a concern with this surgery due to the 'mental nerve' becoming severed, but Dr NVDD took careful planning with x-rays beforehand and assured me he doesn't take risks when cutting near this nerve. Within 1-2 weeks I had regained full sensation in my lower face and lips.

Results:
I am now nearly 4 months post op and so far I am very happy with my results. It has made a significant difference to my appearance and I am feeling so happy that the results were just how I had hoped they would be! I am really glad I went through with this surgery, even though it is a pretty daunting thought to have bone removed from your chin.

For those considering this procedure, I would highly encourage you to only go with a craniomaxillofacial and aesthetic surgeon like Dr NVDD, it simply isn't worth the risk of damaging the look/function of your face by going with a surgeon who doesn't specialise in this area. Very happy I found this doctor, and I highly recommend him!