Body contouring procedures reshape areas of the body by removing stubborn fat, excess loose skin, or both, and by tightening or repairing underlying muscle. Dr. N. Jithendran in Bengaluru performs liposuction and liposculpturing, abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), arm lift, thigh lift and abdominal wall reconstruction for people bothered by fat, skin laxity or a weakened abdominal wall.
- AnaesthesiaGeneral or local, depending on procedure
- DurationTypically 1-5 hours
- Hospital stayDay care to a few days
- Back to routineUsually 1-3 weeks for light activity
About Body Contouring Procedures
Pregnancy, major weight loss, ageing and heredity can leave fat deposits that do not respond to diet and exercise, and skin that has lost its elasticity. Body contouring surgery addresses these changes; it is not a weight-loss treatment and works best for people close to a stable, healthy weight.
Liposuction removes fat where skin elasticity is good. When there is loose skin, skin-excision procedures are needed: a tummy tuck for the abdomen (with tightening of separated abdominal muscles), brachioplasty for the upper arms and thighplasty for the thighs. These are often combined with liposuction for a smoother result. Abdominal wall reconstruction is a more complex operation that repairs a weakened abdominal wall after recurrent hernias, trauma or non-healing wounds.
Each plan is tailored after a consultation and medical assessment. Good candidates are healthy non-smokers with stable weight and realistic expectations. Body contouring operations leave scars, which are placed where they can be hidden by clothing whenever possible.
Procedures in body procedures
Liposuction and Liposculpturing
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Read more →Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen and tightens separated or loose abdominal muscles, giving a flatter, firmer…
Read more →Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)
An arm lift (brachioplasty) removes excess loose skin and fat from the upper arms to give a firmer, smoother contour. It helps people with sagging…
Read more →Thigh Lift (Thighplasty)
A thigh lift (thighplasty) reshapes the thighs by removing excess loose skin and fat, giving smoother, better-proportioned upper-leg contours. It…
Read more →Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
Abdominal wall reconstruction is advanced surgery that rebuilds a weakened or deficient abdominal wall, usually after recurrent or complex hernias,…
Read more →Who can benefit?
- People with stubborn fat that has not responded to diet and exercise
- People with loose skin after pregnancy or major weight loss
- Women with separated abdominal muscles after pregnancy
- Patients with recurrent hernias or a weakened abdominal wall
- Healthy non-smokers at a stable weight with realistic expectations
How Dr. Jithendran approaches treatment
- Consultation, examination and medical evaluation, including blood tests as needed
- Liposuction through small incisions for fat removal
- Excision of excess skin and fat, with scars placed in hidden areas
- Muscle tightening or abdominal wall repair with mesh where needed
- Usually under general anaesthesia; some liposuction under local anaesthesia
What is recovery like?
- Compression garments or binders are usually worn for several weeks
- Early walking is encouraged to reduce the risk of blood clots
- Drains may be used for a few days after skin-excision procedures
- Strenuous activity is typically avoided for about 3-6 weeks
- Final contour typically settles over a few months
What are the risks?
- Bleeding, infection and fluid collection (seroma)
- Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis)
- Scarring, wound separation or delayed healing
- Contour irregularity, asymmetry or numbness
- Need for revision surgery in some cases
Why choose Dr. Jithendran?
- Dual training in orthopaedics (MS) and plastic surgery (MCh, DNB), with hand and microsurgery experience from Ganga Hospital, Coimbatore
- Consults at five hospitals across Bengaluru, with 24×7 availability for emergencies
- Clear explanations in English, Tamil, Hindi and Telugu, and time to answer every question
- Strict sterilisation and patient-privacy standards
Frequently asked questions
Is body contouring a way to lose weight?
No. Liposuction and lift procedures reshape specific areas and remove limited amounts of fat and skin. They work best for people already near a stable, healthy weight. Weight loss through diet and exercise, or bariatric surgery for significant obesity, should come first.
Liposuction or a tummy tuck: which do I need?
Liposuction suits people with good skin elasticity whose concern is mainly fat. If there is loose, stretched skin or separated abdominal muscles, often after pregnancy, a tummy tuck is usually needed, sometimes combined with liposuction. An examination determines which option suits you.
Will body contouring leave scars?
Liposuction leaves small entry scars. Skin-excision procedures leave longer scars, placed where possible below the bikini line, on the inner arm or in the groin crease. Scars typically fade over 12-18 months but do not disappear completely.
Can procedures be combined?
Yes. Liposuction is commonly combined with a tummy tuck, arm lift or thigh lift, and abdominoplasty can be combined with a lateral thigh lift. Combining procedures can reduce total recovery time but increases operating time, so suitability is assessed individually.
