Credentials

MS · DNB Plastic Surgery - Army Hospital R&R.

Dr. Arjun Handa - 14+ years body contouring including post-pregnancy abdominoplasty.

Technology

Full / mini / extended - matched to your anatomy.

We do not use one technique for everyone. Mini tummy tuck for limited concerns. Full for standard post-pregnancy. Extended for significant flank involvement.

Outcomes

Durable result. Rectus repair documented.

Pre-op standardised photography. Drain output documented. Compression compliance reviewed. Long-term outcome at Month 6 and Year 1.

The Surgeon Who Will Operate

Your tummy tuck surgery is performed personally by Dr. Arjun Handa.

No trainee, no rotating registrar. Pre-op planning, the operation itself, and every post-op review.

Tummy Tuck Specialist

Dr. Arjun Handa

MS General Surgery | DNB Plastic Surgery

R&R Army hospital Delhi

Dr. Arjun Handa is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 14 years of dedicated experience in body and breast surgery. He completed MS General Surgery followed by DNB Plastic Surgery from Army Hospital (Research and Referral), New Delhi - one of the most rigorous plastic-surgical training programmes in India. He performs every body and breast operation personally using VASER ultrasonic liposuction, drainless abdominoplasty technique, and a preservation-first surgical philosophy. Dr. Arjun co-founded Handa Aesthetics & Plastics with Dr. Shruti Handa and leads all body and breast surgery at the practice.

VASER Ultrasonic LiposuctionHi-Def Body ContouringDrainless AbdominoplastyBreast AugmentationBreast ReductionBreast LiftGynecomastia SurgeryMommy MakeoverArm & Thigh Lift6-Pack Abs Sculpting

Why MS + DNB Plastic Surgery matters

DNB Plastic Surgery is recognised as equivalent to the MCh Plastic Surgery degree - a 3-year super-specialty surgical training programme. Army Hospital R&R, where Dr. Arjun trained, is one of India's most respected plastic surgery training centres with high volume in reconstructive and aesthetic body cases. For a body and breast surgeon, MS General Surgery (covering abdominal anatomy, breast surgical principles, complex decision-making) followed by DNB Plastic Surgery (aesthetic technique, tissue handling, outcome refinement) is the credential pathway that distinguishes a trained plastic surgeon from a practitioner who has attended short courses. In a field where outcomes depend on volume and judgement as much as technique, 14+ years of dedicated body surgery practice is what matters most.

Credential summary

QualificationMS General Surgery, DNB Plastic Surgery - Army Hospital R&R, New Delhi

TrainingArmy Hospital (Research & Referral), New Delhi - Plastic Surgery Superspeciality

FocusBody contouring, breast surgery, gynecomastia, mommy makeover, abdominoplasty

TechnologyVASER Ultrasonic Liposuction · Drainless Abdominoplasty · In-house OT & ICU

Experience14+ years · 5,000+ body and breast cases

Personal pledge"The surgeon at your consultation is the surgeon in your operation. Always."

In Detail

About Tummy Tuck Surgery near DLF Phase 1-3, Gurgaon — From ₹1,50,000 | Handa Aesthetics & Plastics

Tummy Tuck surgery near DLF Phase 1-3, Gurgaon by Dr. Arjun Handa. Starts from ₹1,50,000. Free consultation at Handa Aesthetics & Plastics.

Tummy Tuck Surgery near DLF Phase 1-3, Gurgaon — Dr. Arjun Handa | Handa Aesthetics & Plastics

Tummy Tuck surgery near DLF Phase 1-3 at Handa Aesthetics & Plastics starts from ₹1,50,000, with the full range up to ₹3,50,000 depending on approach and complexity. Every procedure is performed personally by Dr. Arjun Handa at our Safdarjung Enclave clinic, approximately 20 km from DLF Phase 1-3, a 25–35 min drive.

Table of Contents

1.Tummy Tuck Surgery near DLF Phase 1-3, Gurgaon — Dr. Arjun Handa | Handa Aesthetics & Plastics
1.1Tummy Tuck Cost near DLF Phase 1-3, Gurgaon
2.How to Reach Handa Aesthetics & Plastics from DLF Phase 1-3
3.Why Patients from DLF Phase 1-3 Choose Handa Aesthetics & Plastics for Tummy Tuck

Tummy Tuck Cost near DLF Phase 1-3, Gurgaon

Tummy Tuck near DLF Phase 1-3 starts from ₹1,50,000, with the full range up to ₹3,50,000 depending on the approach, extent of correction, and anaesthesia. A personalised, itemised estimate is provided in writing at your free consultation with Dr. Arjun Handa. EMI options are available.

How to Reach Handa Aesthetics & Plastics from DLF Phase 1-3

The clinic is located at B4/60 Nauroji Nagar Marg, Safdarjung Enclave, New Delhi 110029 — 20 km from DLF Phase 1-3.

By car: approximately 20 km, a 25–35 min drive from DLF Phase 1-3 in normal traffic.
By Metro: nearest connection via HUDA City Centre → AIIMS (Yellow Line), followed by a short auto ride to Safdarjung Enclave.
Landmarks near DLF Phase 1-3: DLF Mega Mall, Golf Course Road.

The clinic is near Safdarjung Hospital with dedicated parking adjacent. Nearest Metro to the clinic itself: AIIMS (Yellow Line) — 1 km.

Why Patients from DLF Phase 1-3 Choose Handa Aesthetics & Plastics for Tummy Tuck

Patients from DLF Phase 1-3 travel to Handa Aesthetics & Plastics for Tummy Tuck because every case is performed personally by Dr. Arjun Handa — not delegated — with transparent, itemised pricing agreed before any commitment. At 20 km away, the clinic is one of the more accessible specialist plastic surgery practices for patients in South Gurgaon, without the long cross-city journeys many comparable clinics require.

The Procedure

Tummy Tuck - what we actually do

A plain account of abdominoplasty technique and realistic outcomes for Gurgaon and Delhi NCR patients.

Body Contouring · Abdominoplasty

Skin + Muscle
Correction

Rectus Plication · VASER Optional

BODY CONTOURING / 01

Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

Excess skin removal + abdominal muscle repair - the durable answer.

Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is the operation for post-pregnancy or post-weight-loss abdomens where the skin has stretched beyond its retraction capacity AND the rectus abdominis muscles have separated (diastasis recti). It comprises two procedures in one operation: surgical removal of the excess lower abdominal skin and fat, AND rectus plication - suturing the separated muscle bellies back together along the midline. The muscle repair is what restores the abdominal wall and core function - liposuction alone cannot address it. The scar sits low on the abdomen, designed to be hidden by underwear or swimwear.

Skin AND muscle - lipo alone cannot address muscle separation

Best Suited For

Post-pregnancy abdomen · Post-weight-loss skin laxity · Diastasis recti

Technique

Full / mini / extended depending on skin and muscle separation extent

Anaesthesia & Stay

General anaesthesia · Overnight stay typical · Drains 5-7 days

Timeline to Result

Initial result Week 4 · Final result Month 3-6

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Tummy Tuck - Approaches We Offer

APPROACH / 01

Full Tummy Tuck

Standard post-pregnancy abdominoplasty

Skin and fat removal from pubic hairline to umbilicus, full rectus muscle plication, umbilicus repositioning. The standard operation for post-pregnancy.

Best ForPost-pregnancy abdomen · Diastasis recti · Skin excess

TechniquePfannenstiel-style scar (hidden by underwear). Rectus plication with running technique.

APPROACH / 02

Mini Tummy Tuck

Lower abdomen only · no umbilical relocation

Skin removal from below umbilicus only. Shorter scar. No umbilical relocation. Limited muscle repair. For smaller concerns.

Best ForSmall lower abdomen concern · No upper diastasis · Minimal skin

TechniqueShorter incision. Limited dissection. Faster recovery.

APPROACH / 03

Extended Tummy Tuck

Full + flank involvement

Full abdominoplasty extended laterally to address flank skin and fat. For post-massive-weight-loss patients.

Best ForPost-massive-weight-loss · Flank skin · Significant excess

TechniqueExtended Pfannenstiel scar with flank involvement. Combined with VASER for flanks.

APPROACH / 04

Mommy Makeover

Tummy tuck + Breast surgery + Lipo

Combined operation - abdominoplasty + breast surgery + body lipo in single session. Comprehensive post-pregnancy restoration.

Best ForComprehensive post-pregnancy restoration

TechniqueSingle-anaesthesia combined operation. Longer theatre time. Extended recovery.

NoteCombined operation has longer recovery. Discussed in detail at consultation.

Technology & Approach

Muscle repair is what makes the result durable.

Without rectus plication, the abdomen looks better but the core function is not restored. We do not skip this step.

Abdominoplasty Technology · Signature

Rectus Plication + Skin Excision

Two-component correction in one operation

Rectus plication suturing the separated rectus abdominis muscle bellies back together along the midline - using long-acting absorbable sutures in a continuous running technique. This corrects the diastasis recti (muscle separation common after pregnancy) and restores the abdominal wall structure. The skin and fat excess is then excised and the umbilicus repositioned. Combined VASER liposuction available for adjacent areas (flanks, upper abdomen) in the same operation if appropriate.

Skin and fat excision via low Pfannenstiel-style incision

Rectus plication for muscle separation correction

Drains 5-7 days · compression garment 6 weeks

VASER liposuction combination available for adjacent areas

Overnight hospital stay · standardised pain protocol

Skin vs Muscle

Why both must be addressed

Skin excess alone produces overhang. Muscle separation alone produces a "pooch" that cannot be exercised flat. Most post-pregnancy abdomens have both. Liposuction addresses neither - tummy tuck addresses both.

Scar Position

Designed to hide

The Pfannenstiel-style scar sits low along the bikini line. Designed to be hidden by underwear or swimwear. The scar is real, but its position makes it functionally invisible in clothing.

Drains and Compression

Why both matter

Drains evacuate fluid that would otherwise accumulate. Compression garment maintains tissue position during healing. Both are non-negotiable for the result - protocol followed precisely.

Muscle Repair Recovery

6-8 weeks restricted core activity

Heavy core exercise too early stresses the muscle repair. 6-8 weeks restricted activity protects the suture line. Premature exercise can cause repair failure.

From First Consultation to Final Result

Your tummy tuck surgery journey, in five stages.

Structured care from first conversation to long-term review. No pressure to decide same-day.

The Consultation

45-minute consultation. Examination for skin and muscle component. Standardised photographs. Realistic outcome agreed.

Pre-Op Planning

Technique chosen. Investigations (blood work, ECG). Garment fitting. Honest quotation.

Surgery Day

Theatre 2-3 hours. Drains placed. Overnight stay. Pain managed by hospital protocol.

First Two Weeks

Drains removed Day 5-7. Office work Week 2. Walking encouraged. No heavy lifting.

Final Result

Initial result Week 4. Final result Month 6 with scar maturation.

Candidacy & Who This Is For

Who tummy tuck surgery is right for - and who it isn't.

Honest assessment at consultation. The most important conversation is the realistic outcome.

✓

Likely a good candidate

Characteristics associated with good surgical outcomes

You have completed your family (or are not planning more pregnancy)

You have post-pregnancy or post-weight-loss skin and muscle issues

Your weight is stable for 6+ months

You are in good general health, non-smoker

You can take 2 weeks off work and 6 weeks off heavy exercise

You can wear compression garment for 6 weeks

You have realistic expectations about scar (low transverse, hidden by underwear)

If most of these apply, the consultation will likely be productive.

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Likely not ready - or not right

Characteristics that may prompt "not yet" or an alternative recommendation

You are planning future pregnancy - defer until family complete

You are still actively losing weight - stabilise first

You smoke and are not willing to stop 6 weeks pre-op

You expect a scar-free result - the scar is real, designed to be hidden

You have uncontrolled medical conditions (diabetes, heart, clotting)

You cannot accommodate the recovery period or compression

You expect liposuction alone to achieve this - it cannot

If any applies, the consultation is still worthwhile - an honest "not yet" with a clear pathway forward.

Recovery Timeline

What to expect week by week.

Drains 5-7 days. Compression garment 6 weeks. Office work Week 2. Gym Month 2.

Phase 01

Days 1-7

Overnight hospital stay

Drains in place

Compression garment

Mild-moderate pain (managed)

Walking encouraged Day 1

No heavy lifting

Day 7: Drains removed

Phase 02

Weeks 2-4

Compression continuous

Return to office work Week 2

Light cardio Week 3

First follow-up review

Week 4: Initial contour visible

Phase 03

Weeks 4-8

Continued healing

Reduced compression

No heavy core exercise

Month 1 review

Month 2: 70% of final result

Phase 04

Month 3

Gym core exercise Week 8

Continued improvement

Month 3 review

Month 3: 85% of final result

Phase 05

Month 6

Final contour

Scar maturation

Long-term photographs

Month 6: Final result

A note on muscle activity and post-op

Heavy core exercise is restricted for 6-8 weeks. This protects the muscle repair while it heals. Premature exercise compromises the muscle correction.

Before & After

Results from actual Handa patients.

Photographs are from consented patients. Individual results vary based on anatomy, technique, and adherence to post-op protocol.

Tummy Tuck Surgery near DLF Phase 1-3, Gurgaon — From ₹1,50,000 | Handa Aesthetics & Plastics