Celebrity Surgeon
Dr Pratap Duggirala
M.S., M.Ch (All India 2nd Rank) at Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi
650+ Liposuction surgeries performed Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery — ASPS General Secretary, APRAS

India's Best Doctors Award for excellence in Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery in Andhra Pradesh. Call or WhatsApp us at +91 8712022521 — or book your consultation online.

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Liposuction is often misunderstood as a shortcut for weight loss. In reality, it is the highest form of anatomical sculpture. We don't just suck out fat; we preserve the natural shadows, athletic lines, and subtle contours that give the human body its aesthetic grace.

Doctor, I run every day and eat clean, but these stubborn love handles and lower belly fat simply will not budge.

Genetically determined fat deposits have a higher density of alpha receptors that stubbornly resist exercise and caloric deficit. Liposuction permanently eliminates these fat cells, permanently reshaping the body proportion.

What Is 360° Liposuction?

Liposuction uses micro-cannulas and ultrasonic/power assistance to selectively emulsify and aspirate localized deposits of stubborn adipose tissue, carving athletic proportions and tightening the overlying skin envelope.

Anatomy & Surgical Foundations

  • 1. Structural Tissue Assessment Every individual anatomy is distinct. We precisely evaluate skin elasticity, adipose layer thickness, and muscular fascia before tailoring the operative vector.
  • 2. Surgical Precision & Symmetry Using microsurgical instruments and high-definition power-assisted technology, incisions are placed strictly in natural, concealed shadows.
  • 3. Core Muscle & Fascia Restoration True aesthetic contouring repairs the deep supporting architecture, not just superficial tissue.

If you only read this table, you'll know more than most patients walking into their first consultation.

Procedure Name Liposuction (VASER & 360° High-Definition Liposculpture)
Surgery Duration 1 – 3 Hours
Anesthesia Type General / Local with Sedation (Board-certified in-house team)
Hospital Stay Day Care / 1 Night
Back to Desk Work 1 – 2 Weeks
Compression Protocol 3 – 4 Weeks for optimal skin retraction
Discomfort Level Mild muscle-soreness sensation (like a heavy workout)
Incision / Scars Tiny 3–4mm micro-punctures hidden in skin creases
Cost in Vijayawada ₹65,000 – ₹1,70,000 (All-inclusive transparent pricing)
Result Longevity Permanent fat cell reduction in treated areas
Surgical Codes CPT 15877 (Trunk Lipo), CPT 15878 (Upper Extremity), CPT 15879 (Lower Extremity)

Candidacy is determined through an in-person physical evaluation, medical history review, and realistic goal setting.

✓ Good Candidates

  • Individuals within 30% of their ideal weight with localized stubborn fat pockets
  • Good skin elasticity that will smoothly retract over the new contour
  • People seeking athletic muscle definition or waist narrowing
  • Men with stubborn chest fat (gynecomastia) or love handles

✕ When to Wait or Reconsider

  • Individuals seeking an alternative to diet for generalized obesity (BMI > 34)
  • Patients with severely stretched, hanging skin who require surgical excision

1. Precision Pre-Operative Standing Markings

All architectural incision lines and vector zones are marked while you are standing, accounting for natural gravity and movement.

2. Safe Anesthesia & Sterile Theatre

Surgery is conducted in our modern laminar-airflow operating suite under continuous monitoring by our senior consultant anesthesiologist.

3. Deep Anatomical Correction & Multi-Layer Closure

Dr. Pratap personally performs every surgical step, utilizing tension-free multi-layer closures with absorbable sutures to ensure minimal scar tension.

TimelineExpected SensationActivity AllowedGarment Care
Day 0 – 2 Tightness & mild swelling Light walking indoors, rest in elevated posture Compression garment worn 24x7
Day 3 – 7 Peak swelling subsiding Desk work from home, gentle walks Garment 24x7; dressings checked
Week 2 – 3 60% swelling resolved Return to office, driving, social visits Garment during daytime/evenings
Week 4 – 6 85% final shape visible Gym, yoga, swimming cleared after review Garment discontinued
Month 3 – 6 Final refined contours Unrestricted activity and swimwear Scar mature and flattened

We believe in complete pricing transparency with no hidden theatre or consumable surprises.

Procedure VariantCost in Vijayawada (₹)Cost in Mumbai / Bangalore (₹)What It Includes
Single Zone Liposuction (e.g., Arms or Double Chin) ₹55,000 – ₹85,000 ₹1,20,000 – ₹2,00,000 Day-care, localized liposculpture, custom compression garment
Abdomen + Love Handles (Flanks) ₹95,000 – ₹1,40,000 ₹2,20,000 – ₹3,50,000 Complete 360 torso contouring, 1 night stay, 6-month checkups
Full 360° Liposculpture (Abdomen, Back, Flanks, Thighs) ₹1,50,000 – ₹2,20,000 ₹3,50,000 – ₹5,50,000 High-definition VASER sculpting, medical garment set, full follow-up

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Is the surgery painful?

Most patients experience tightness and soreness rather than sharp pain. Our multi-modal pain protocol keeps you comfortable throughout your recovery.

When can I return to wearing sarees, suits, or fitted clothes?

Most patients resume regular clothing comfortably by Week 2–3. By Week 6, you can wear any outfit, swimwear, or formalwear with complete confidence.

Will my scars be noticeable?

All incisions are strategically hidden in natural anatomical creases or bikini boundaries. With our post-operative silicone scar gel regimen, scars fade to pale, thin lines over 6–12 months.

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Super-Specialist Plastic Surgeon

"Had 360 liposuction on my abdomen and flanks with Dr. Pratap. I was back at my software job within 5 days. My waist dropped from 36 to 32 inches. Outstanding result."

— Kiran V., 33, Hyderabad

"Dr. Pratap's honesty during consultation made all the difference. He clearly explained what lipo could and couldn't do. The contouring of my arms and back is flawless."

— Divya M., 29, Vijayawada
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