Excess localized fat doesn’t just affect your body shape—it often impacts your confidence, social presence, and how you feel in your own skin. Traditional fat removal techniques may sometimes feel aggressive, leaving patients worried about pain, swelling, or recovery.
Water-Jet Liposuction Surgery offers a hopeful, advanced solution. This innovative technique uses a controlled, pressurized stream of saline to gently loosen fat cells before suction. By softening the fat first, the procedure allows for smoother removal, reduced tissue trauma, and faster recovery. It’s especially beneficial for patients seeking natural-looking contouring with less discomfort and downtime.
Let’s explore how Water-Jet Liposuction works, its advantages over traditional methods, and why more patients are choosing this technology for safe and precise body sculpting.
Water-Jet Liposuction is a minimally invasive fat removal technique that uses a high-pressure saline spray to gently loosen fat cells, which are then suctioned out through a hollow cannula. By hydrating and dislodging the fat before extraction, the procedure minimizes damage to surrounding tissues, reduces bruising, and promotes quicker recovery.
Water-jet (WAL) lipo uses a pulsed saline jet to loosen fat; simultaneous suction removes it via tiny incisions with minimal tissue trauma.
Water-Jet lipo gently loosens fat with a pulsed saline jet—less trauma and bruising, higher precision, better graft quality, and faster recovery.
Water-jet lipo uses two fluids: a tumescent mix (saline + lidocaine + epinephrine, ± bicarbonate) and a plain saline jet for gentle fat separation.
Ideal candidates have small–moderate stubborn fat, good skin tone, stable weight, and realistic goals—confirmed during a surgeon consultation.
WAL gently contours the abdomen, thighs, arms, flanks, back, chest, and chin/neck using a pulsed saline jet with minimal tissue trauma.
Water-Jet lipo uses a pulsed saline jet via tiny incisions to loosen fat and suction it out, reducing trauma and enabling a faster recovery.
Results appear immediately; major improvement at 1 month, refining over 3–6 months. Skin tightening continues for 6–9 months.
Results appear immediately; major improvement at 1 month, refining over 3–6 months. Skin tightening continues for 6–9 months.
Light activity in 2–3 days, swelling down in 1–2 weeks, most recovery by 3–4 weeks; contours refine for 3–6 months.
Water-Jet lipo is generally safe; temporary swelling/bruising are common. Rare risks include seroma, infection, numbness, or contour irregularities.
Water-jet lipo is gentle but slower, best for small–moderate volumes. Skin-tightening is limited; large or fibrous areas may need combo techniques.
In Mumbai, Water-Jet lipo cost varies by area treated, anesthesia, facility, tech, and surgeon skill; an exact estimate is given after consultation.
Dr. Milan Doshi is Mumbai’s board-certified expert in Water-Jet liposuction, with 25+ years’ experience and 3,000+ cases for safe, natural results.
Allure Medspa, led by Dr. Milan Doshi, is NABH-compliant with advanced tech, overnight facility, and discreet, patient-first care for Water-Jet lipo.
ICD-10 Code | Description |
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E65 | Localized adiposity (localized fat deposits in abdomen, thighs, arms, chin, etc.) |
L98.7 | Excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue (skin laxity after fat accumulation) |
M95.8 | Other specified acquired deformities of musculoskeletal system (contour irregularity) |
E66.9 | Obesity, unspecified (when indicated for body contour correction in obese patients) |
Z41.1 | Encounter for cosmetic procedure (elective aesthetic liposuction) |
CPT Code | Description |
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15877 | Suction-assisted lipectomy; trunk (abdomen, flanks, back) |
15878 | Suction-assisted lipectomy; upper extremity (arms) |
15879 | Suction-assisted lipectomy; other areas (thighs, calves, buttocks, neck, chin) |
15876 | Suction-assisted lipectomy; head and neck (double chin/jawline) |
17999 | Unlisted procedure, skin, mucous membrane, and subcutaneous tissue (used when specifying water-jet technology since no unique CPT exists for WAL) |
15771 | Autologous fat grafting, by liposuction technique, 50 cc or less (if harvested WAL fat is re-injected for contouring) |
15772 | Each additional 50 cc injected (add-on code for grafting) |
Ans. Yes, when performed by a certified cosmetic surgeon, Liquid Lipo (Water-Jet Liposuction) is safe for abdominal fat removal with minimal tissue trauma.
Ans. Most patients require only one session per targeted area. However, additional sessions may be advised for large-volume fat removal or fine-tuning.
Ans. Water-Jet Liposuction targets inch loss and contouring rather than weight loss. It reshapes the body by removing stubborn localized fat.
Ans. Water-Jet (WAL) is considered one of the safest and gentlest options for fat removal, especially for delicate areas or patients opting for fat grafting.
Ans. Yes, the fluid used during the procedure is gradually absorbed or excreted via the kidneys and lymphatic system post-procedure.
Ans. Absolutely. It uses a pulsating jet of saline to loosen fat without damaging blood vessels or nerves, ensuring higher safety and less bruising.
Ans. Mild fluid leakage from the incision sites is common for 24–48 hours post-surgery. It’s normal and helps drain excess tumescent fluid.
Ans. Typically, 4–6 liters (around 4–6 kg) of fat can be safely removed, depending on the patient’s body type and surgeon’s discretion.
Ans. The fat cells removed are permanently gone. However, future weight gain can expand remaining fat cells if lifestyle changes aren’t maintained.
Ans. Fluid drainage may last for 1–2 days post-surgery and is part of the healing process. Wearing compression garments can help reduce leakage.
Ans. Sleep on your back with elevated legs using pillows for support. Avoid sleeping on the treated areas for the first few days to prevent discomfort.
Ans. Bleeding is minimal in Water-Jet Liposuction due to its gentle technique and use of tumescent fluid that constricts blood vessels.
Ans. Tiny incisions leave minimal, often unnoticeable scars. Over time, they fade and can be concealed easily, especially by experienced surgeons.
Ans. Complete bed rest is not required. Most patients can resume light activities in 2–3 days and return to work within 5–7 days depending on the area treated.
Ans. Surgeons typically prescribe antibiotics, mild painkillers, and anti-inflammatory medications to manage discomfort and prevent infection.
Ans. Non-surgical options like CoolSculpting or ultrasound fat reduction may be suitable alternatives, but they offer slower and less dramatic results than WAL.
Ans. The dislodged fat is suctioned out through cannulas and discarded. In fat grafting cases, it may be purified and injected into other body areas.
Ans. Most patients report mild to moderate discomfort, not pain. WAL is gentler than traditional liposuction, requiring only light sedation or local anesthesia.
Ans. Water-Jet Liposuction is among the safest due to its low-pressure fluid jet, preserving nearby tissues and reducing risk of complications.
Ans. Yes, targeted fat removal enhances body shape and gives a more contoured, slimmer appearance—especially when swelling subsides in 3–6 weeks.
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