Belt Lipectomy Surgery in India, Ahmedabad

A belt lipectomy, also known as belt plasty or lower body lift, is a body contouring surgery that removes excess skin and fat around the abdomen, lower back, hips, and buttocks. It is commonly performed after massive weight loss, such as after bariatric surgery or significant lifestyle changes.

✔️ Individuals with loose, hanging skin around the lower body

✔️ People who have undergone significant weight loss and have excess skin

✔️ Those in good health and at a stable weight

✔️ Individuals looking to improve body contour and skin tightness

✔️ Non-smokers with realistic expectations

⚠️ Not Recommended for:

❌ Individuals planning future weight loss

❌ Those with medical conditions that affect healing

❌ Women planning future pregnancies

✔️ Removes excess skin after major weight loss

✔️ Enhances body contour and tightens loose skin

✔️ Lifts and reshapes the abdomen, waist, hips, and buttocks

✔️ Boosts confidence and comfort in clothing

✔️ Improves hygiene by eliminating skin folds prone to irritation and infection
 

1. How is Belt Lipectomy performed?

✔️ A circumferential incision is made around the waist, removing excess skin and fat.

✔️ The remaining skin is tightened and lifted to improve body contour.

✔️ The surgery lasts 4-6 hours under general anesthesia.

2. What is the difference between Belt Lipectomy and Tummy Tuck?

✔️ A tummy tuck focuses only on the front of the abdomen.

✔️ Belt lipectomy removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen, back, hips, and buttocks, offering a 360° body lift.
 

3. Is Belt Lipectomy painful?

✔️ Moderate discomfort is expected, but pain is managed with medications.

4. What is the recovery time?

✔️ 1-2 weeks: Swelling and discomfort reduce; light activities can be resumed.

✔️ 4-6 weeks: Most patients can return to work and light exercise.

✔️ 3-6 months: Final results become visible as swelling subsides.

5. Will there be scars?

✔️ Yes, but the incision is strategically placed around the waistline and fades over time.

6. How long do the results last?

✔️ Permanent, provided the patient maintains a stable weight and a healthy lifestyle.

7. How much does Belt Lipectomy cost in India?

✔️ The cost ranges from ₹2,-0,000 - ₹4,00,000, depending on the surgeon and facility.

8. When can I resume normal activities?

✔️ Walking: After a few days

✔️ Work (desk job): After 2-3 weeks

✔️ Exercise & heavy lifting: After 6-8 weeks

9. Can Belt Lipectomy be combined with other procedures?

✔️ Yes! It is often combined with:

• Thigh Lift

• Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)

• Liposuction Surgery

• Breast-Lift or Augmentation

10. Will insurance cover Belt Lipectomy?

✔️ Partially covered if performed for medical reasons (e.g., rashes, infections under excess skin).

✔️ Not covered if done purely for cosmetic purposes.

There are generally 2 types of body lift surgeries:

• LOWER BODY LIFT, OR BELT-LIPECTOMY.
• UPPER BODY LIFT OR TORSOPLASTY.

WHAT IS A LOWER BODY LIFT?

A lower body lift, or Belt Lipectomy, is a procedure performed to contour the thighs, hips, and buttocks. The procedure can also help to treat Cellulite. Many patients choose to combine lower body lift surgery with an Abdominoplasty ( tummy tuck ) or a mid body lift.

WHAT IS AN UPPER BODY LIFT?

An upper body lift or Torsoplasty procedure is performed to remove fat and extra skin from the arms, breasts and abdomen. In an upper body lift, the arms are treated with an arm lift and the breasts are contoured with a breast lift. These two surgeries can be performed separately or during a mid or lower body lift.

Intended Result

LOWER BODY LIFTS CAN BE USED TO RESHAPE:

• Buttocks, that may be low, flat or not in shape
• Groin that may sag into the inner thigh
• Thigh, including the inner, outer, or posterior thigh, or Circumferentially
• Cost of Lower Body Lift / Belt Plasty varies from 110000 ₹ to 160000₹ depending upon amount of redundant skin .

UPPER BODY LIFTS CAN BE USED TO RESHAPE:

• Upper/under arms with excess skin
• Breast that have sagged after childbirth or weight loss
• Back with excess or saggy skin
• Cost of Upper Body Lift varies from 120000 ₹ to 160000 ₹ depending upon amount of skin laxity.

BEFORE YOU DECIDE TO UNDERGO BODY LIFT SURGERY

• Your weight must be relatively stable.
• Women considering future pregnancies should postpone an abdominal body lift since pregnancy may diminish the results.