About this procedure
Liposuction is the most commonly performed body contouring procedure worldwide. It removes stubborn fat deposits that resist diet and exercise — reshaping the body with precision and minimal scarring. Dr. Sinnet Roy uses modern techniques to achieve smooth, natural-looking contours.
Liposuction uses a thin tube (cannula) to dislodge and remove localised fat deposits from areas including the abdomen, flanks (love handles), thighs, arms, back, chin and neck.
It is a contouring procedure, not a weight-loss treatment. The best candidates are close to their ideal weight but have specific areas of disproportionate fat that have not responded to lifestyle measures.
Tumescent liposuction — Dr. Roy's preferred technique — involves injecting a fluid that makes fat easier to remove, reduces bleeding and improves recovery. Results are long-lasting when a healthy lifestyle is maintained.
Is this right for you?
The procedure
Liposuction is performed under general anaesthesia or sedation, typically taking 1–3 hours depending on the number of areas treated. Small incisions (3–4 mm) are made in discreet locations. A compression garment is fitted immediately after.
After surgery
A compression garment is worn for 4–6 weeks. Swelling is significant in the first 2 weeks, with the majority resolving by 6 weeks. Final contour results are visible at 3–6 months. Most patients return to desk work within 5–7 days.
Common questions
No. Liposuction is a contouring procedure. It removes localised fat deposits that resist diet and exercise. It is not a substitute for weight loss and works best when you are at or near your ideal weight.
Most patients return to desk work within 5–7 days. A compression garment is worn for 4–6 weeks. Swelling resolves progressively — the majority by 6 weeks, with final contour visible at 3–6 months.
Abdomen, flanks (love handles), thighs, arms, back, chin and neck are the most common areas. Multiple areas can be treated in a single session.
The fat cells removed do not return. However, significant weight gain after surgery can cause remaining fat cells in other areas to expand, affecting the result. Maintaining a stable weight preserves the outcome.
It can be performed under general anaesthesia or sedation depending on the extent of treatment. This is discussed and agreed upon during your consultation.
At Lakeshore Hospital, Ernakulam, liposuction with Dr. Sinnet Roy ranges from approximately ₹60,000 to ₹2,00,000 depending on the number of areas treated. A precise estimate is given at consultation.
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