During my research into cosmetic body-contouring procedures in Mumbai, I found that stubborn pockets of fat can sometimes remain despite regular exercise and a healthy diet. Fat removal surgery in Mumbai is generally performed as a body-contouring procedure rather than a weight-loss treatment. At Shah Superspeciality Clinic, Dr. Amiti Shah evaluates a patient’s body proportions, areas of concern, skin quality and expectations before determining whether liposuction is appropriate. Her approach focuses on removing an appropriate amount of fat while maintaining natural-looking body contours.
Fat removal surgery, commonly known as liposuction, is a cosmetic surgical procedure used to remove localised deposits of fat from specific areas of the body. It is intended to improve body shape and proportion rather than produce significant overall weight loss.
During liposuction, small incisions are made in discreet areas and thin cannulas are inserted beneath the skin. The cannulas are connected to a suction system that removes targeted fat deposits. Depending on the area being treated and the amount of fat being removed, the procedure may be performed under local or general anaesthesia.
Common areas treated with liposuction include the:
The specific areas suitable for treatment are determined during a surgical consultation.
A suitable candidate is generally a healthy adult who is close to their ideal or stable body weight but has localised fat deposits that have not responded adequately to diet and exercise. Good skin elasticity can also contribute to better contouring because the skin needs to adapt to the reduction in underlying fat.
Liposuction is not intended to replace weight management, exercise or a balanced diet. Patients considering surgery should have realistic expectations about what the procedure can achieve.
People with significant loose skin may require a different or additional procedure. For example, after substantial weight loss, excess skin may not contract sufficiently following fat removal, and body-contouring surgery or abdominoplasty may be considered instead.