Dinesh Maini, MBChB

I researched this procedure after having years of being careful with my calorie intake and going to the gym and working out properly doing a mixture if high intensity interval training, spinning, boxing and weights. I have also had a personal trainer for the past 2 years and STILL I had these stubborn fat areas on my flanks and bottom of stomach.

So I bit the bullet and after research I booked in with Dr Maini at Zenith clinics in Nottingham UK. He put me at ease from the minute I stepped into the consultation room. He explained the procedure fully and his nurse Bella was amazing too, so approachable and knowledgeable. I opted to have my flanks and upper and lower abdominals done.

Today I have just got home from my procedure and am resting up. I went in this morning after a hearty breakfast, signed my paperwork and did my pre operative checks. I elected to have the procedure done under local anaesthetic. After taking some pictures and marking me up I went to the treatment room and the procedure began. Now I do have to say that administering the local anaesthetic was full on! They say you experience "discomfort" this true but it was quite bad a decent 8/10 pain wise and I consider myself quite hard I have also worked in operating theatres and am not squeamish..... however being honest it didn't last too long and as soon as it was done I was laughing and joking and totally fine whilst the procedure was actually being performed. I didn't feel anything but really minor pulling or stinging at some points but my goodness the results even after only one side was done were incredible. Ive had 2.1 litres removed! fI cannot wait to see the end result. My compression garment is quite bulky and uncomfortable but I'm hoping this will ease a bit in the next few days. I feel quite drained and am happy to be looked after at home. Moving about is not really possible as I'm quite sore and feel a bit shell shocked!

The pictures are just quick ones I took in the consultation room before. I'll post the proper before ones that were taken at the clinic when I have them.

Updated on 2 May 2018:
Today I feel a lot better just a bit achy and sore. I went to the clinic again yesterday and saw myself out of my compression garment. WOW!! I was so amazed by my results! It makes up for being uncomfortable when sleeping and getting about although this is getting better with each day. I'm hoping to be back at work on Friday evening. I've put up my new pictures of myself at the clinic I'm hoping I can get my before and after pictures from my doctor soon to put up here. He's kept my curves but made my stomach totally flat I'm so impressed.

Updated on 4 May 2018:
I got to shower today which was daunting but lovely to feel clean and wash my hair! I took some pictures out of my garments for my doctor. I'm feeling quite restricted by them but strangely unsupported out of them it's a very weird mix! I also have a bit of numbness on my left side, not sure if she to procedure or super tight garments will ask Dr Maini tomorrow. I've also taken to sleeping on the sofa as I find it more supportive and comfortable than my bed. I'm hoping to be woken up later than 5am tomorrow! I went back to work for a few hours today (I have a fairly sit down job) and felt okay although diving was a bit odd, still taking it steady. Will update again in a few days when hopefully a bit less swollen.

Updated on 6 May 2018:
Today I feel like I've turned a corner, I had a brilliant nights sleep and did a full 9 hour shift at work. I took my pictures for my doctor today and wasn't going to post again for a few more days but I felt like I could see a difference again! My stomach is much less sore and although I still have swelling on my hips I feel a lot more comfortable today. I'm starting to see an outline of my abs which I haven't seen for a long time! I knew they were hiding in there.....

Updated on 8 May 2018:
Today I feel back to normal but sleeping is still a bit hit and miss. I think I'm just uncomfortable in the pressure garment but hopefully that can come off soon. My doctor is pleased with my rapid progress and I can't believe how little bruising there is. It doesn't look like I had surgery a week ago. My scars are barely there, I would hardly call them scars to be honest. I've put some pictures up of them. I think I'm still quote swollen on the bottom half of my stomach but my doctor says that could b3 due to my time of the month so hopefully that will go soon too as the top look a great!

Updated on 16 May 2018:
Went to see my doctor yesterday and he said I don't need to wear the pressure garment anymore. My healing has been incredible I can't believe it's only been 2 weeks and I'm done. This whole treatment has been incredible and the care I've received from zenith cosmetics in Nottingham has been second to none. I took a picture when I got home and have popped it on here. My doctor said if I look like I'm swelling to put the garment back on but the morning after I look fine. I have no bruising and the incisions are nearly healed. It's like I've pressed a reset button on my figure. It still looks like me but an improved version. I tried on a dress last night that I nearly got stuck in before my surgery and wanted to cry, it glided on like it was made to measure! I'm so pleased with my results I'm already looking at crop tops for summer and I'm 30!

Happy to answer any questions anyone may have as when I was researching bodytite I didn't find a lot of reviews etc so happy to help others feel this amazing.

Updated on 20 May 2018:
These are my official before and after pictures from my doctor. The difference is incredible :)

I had aqualyx treatment on my "double chin" and I am so happy with the result. Such a professional! Great service and I didn't feel any discomfort during the treatment. Would definitely recommend this dr and procedure at zenith! Thank you. :)

It was very easy to have the procedure done. And I was and am happy with the results. I found the process quite gentle and very easy. The recovery started immediately and I was back to normal very, very quickly and had no problems at all and no pain. I'm more than happy with the results. I would recommend this treatment to absolutely anybody. I believe it's one of the best things I've done.

You'd be hard-pressed to find a more anxious person than me when it comes to 'medical' activities. Dr Maini and his assistant Emma were nothing short of superb. From understanding my needs via an initial consultation to execution of the procedure with great skill and in record time, Dr Maini used his expert knowledge and steady hand to deliver a speedy, painless and successful procedure. It must be noted that his assistant is extremely 'present', putting herself in the patient's boots and responding accordingly. This is a real rarity in the UK and Emma wholly deserves a 5* rating too.

Having previously had a few bad experiences with lip fillers, meeting Dr Maini was a breath of fresh air! His professional, honest and considerate approach is refreshing compared to the usual money motivated doctors who offer similar services. He really does care about the standard of his work and wants the best results for his patients. The staff at Zenith are welcoming and friendly, my experience has been fantastic from start to finish. I'm so happy with my results, I can't recommend him enough!

I had a mole removed on my face 12 days ago using radio surgery. Dr Maini was very professional and was able to see me at relatively short notice. He was knowledgable and confident, leaving me feeling I was in safe hands. The procedure itself took less than 5 min tires and was painless (aside from the initial injection of anesthetic). Dr Maini was keen to offer aftercare advice when/if needed via phone which was both helpful and reassuring. Healing has gone well and after 12 days the final scab fell off today, leaving a small patch of pink new skin. I would recommend both this treating and Dr Maini to others.

Great service throughout for mole removal. Aftercare advice was very thorough and helpful. General professionalism was fantastic. My only critique was being unaware beforehand of having to take antibiotics as a precautionary measure affernwards- an added price. Everything went according to plan and I am very pleased with the final result.

Dr Maini is simply wonderful - he's always honest, considerate, supportive and explains everything so well. With his help, I've lost 7st 4lb (46kg) on the Alevere Weight Loss plan - a total professional but with a super soft approach :)

I found Dr Maini very knowledgeable and yet approachable and would happily recommend him to anyone. Under his supervision i lost 38kg 6 years ago and have managed to keep most of it off. I've just gone back to see him to lose 15 kg that I've slowly put back on over the 6 years. Once again Dr Maini is supervising the weight loss and once again its falling off me

Dr Maini is incredible I trust his judgement 150%. I feel very humbled and privileged to have such an amazing physican. Dr Maini has explained each of my treatments very throughly. He is very thoughtful and has always only recommended treatment that would help me stay at my idea age of 40 years.