Liposuction Surgery in India

This is a popular cosmetic treatment performed to remove excess fat from a certain part of the body. Liposuction surgery in India is a safe and effective procedure, performed on body areas such as the abdomen, thighs, arms, hips, or chin. The procedure is performed by experienced cosmetic surgeons who give you the preferred results, making India the best choice for affordable and high-quality results.

What is Liposuction?

Liposuction surgery, also known as suction-assisted fat removal, is a cosmetic procedure in which fat is drawn out from an area of the body that contains an excessive accumulation of it. It is not an alternative to a proper diet or regular exercise. Rather, it is a means of achieving body contouring and is not to be treated as a weight-loss method. It has become one of the most popular and secure procedures for getting the desired shape.

The maximum extraction limit of fat during a liposuction procedure is 11 pounds (5,000 milliliters). This amount is set regardless of the variations in body fat and weight status for all patients.

A liposuction surgery removes the fat cells (also called Adipose cells) by sucking them using special cannulas (hollow tubes made of stainless steel or any other hard metal) and aspirators (a suction device). This surgery is mainly used for double chin, gynecomastia, abdominal fat, and localized fat on arms, thighs, hips & back.

The safety of the procedure is a result of the amount of fat removed, the choice of anesthetic agent, and the overall health of the patient. Ideally, a patient should be as fit as possible before the procedure and should have given up smoking for several months.

Who is the Best Patient for Liposuction Surgery?

Patients above 21 years of age.
Good health condition with proper diet and exercise.
If you have diabetes, heart disease, and other medical problems, then it is considered a risk for such a procedure.
Any individual who does not have an allergy.
Good skin tone.
Non-smokers.
Non-pregnant women.

Results are commonly less visible in older people, as their skin is less elastic and does not tighten up easily to the new shape. In those cases, abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) can be an add-on along with the fat removal surgery.

The suctioned fat cells are permanently removed once the operation is complete. However, if the patient doesn’t follow a proper diet and exercise pattern, the remaining fat cells can enlarge, creating a false impression of regaining weight.

The possibility of a probable complication increases when very large areas are treated, and a large amount of fat removal is demanded by the patient.

Types of Liposuction

Tumescent Liposuction: This is the most common type of liposuction where an area is treated with a solution of saline to minimize the swelling and bleeding.
Ultrasound-Assisted Liposuction (UAL): Ultrasonic waves are used to break down the fat cells.
Laser-Assisted Liposuction (LAL): Using laser energy this procedure liquefies the fat cells, making fat removal and skin tightening easier.
Vaser-Liposuction: An advanced form of UAL with UV technology that targets the selected cells while encircling the other tissues.
Water-Assisted Liposuction (WAL): A gentle and pressurized water stream used from the cannulas to break down the fat.

The Procedure for Liposuction

At Saraswat Hospital, Agra, we generally suck out a maximum of 5 liters of fat per patient. We keep them divided into a few syringes to correct any irregularities, if present.

We have often seen patients who have already undergone the surgery elsewhere with contour irregularities, where the treated areas have a bumpy appearance, due to uneven fat removal. These changes can be permanent.

We treat such cases by performing syringe liposuction using specialized instruments to ensure minimal damage to the harvested fat cells and re-inject them into irregular areas. So, if you have had any such complications with prior procedures, Dr. Satya Saraswat will take care of them as well during your fat removal surgery.

Dr. Satya Saraswat is a member of ISAPS – International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and regularly attends International Conferences and Workshops to keep himself updated with all advances in this field.

The Cost of Liposuction Surgery in India

The cost of the surgery in India can be high or low depending on various factors:
The location of the hospital or clinic.
Depending on the anesthesia used.
Types of the procedure.
Expertise and certification of the surgeon.

Therefore, book a consultation to get a quote and complete information about the procedure.

Fast Facts About Surgery

Length of surgery – 1 to 4 hours
Anaesthesia used in liposuction – Local Anaesthesia/ General Anaesthesia
Length of Stay – 1 day
Recovery Period – Normal activity in 7-14 days
Liposuction cost depends on the volume of fat to be removed, the technique used, and the areas to be treated.

Potential Complications

Scars (Tiny & inconspicuously placed).
Contour irregularities (commonly seen due to unevenly performed procedures) can be corrected by another surgery.
Fluid accumulation- Temporary, may sometimes need evacuation with a syringe.
Temporary Numbness.
Infection- Very Rare in patients with other Medical Problems.
Puncture of an Internal Organ- Needs Emergency Surgery, including Other Surgical Specialties.
Fat embolism- It is a Medical Emergency.
Kidney and heart problems- Seen in a Large area/volume Liposuction.

At Saraswat Hospital, Agra, we take complete precautions before, during, and after the liposuction procedure.

Fat removal surgery is mainly useful for double chin, Gynaecomastia (female-type male breasts), abdominal fat, and abnormal fat on arms, thighs, hips & back.