BodyTite CostWhat radiofrequency-assisted liposuction costs and what drives the quote

Medically reviewed: Last reviewed by Mr Reza Nassab, FRCS Plast —

BodyTite with Mr Nassab costs from £6,000. The price depends mainly on the size and number of areas treated and whether BodyTite is combined with liposuction. Your quote includes the surgeon, anaesthetic, facility fees, compression garment and routine follow-up, while the £150 consultation is charged separately.

Price: BodyTite from £6,000 · Consultation £150, charged separately · Full price list

What you are paying for

BodyTite is radiofrequency-assisted lipolysis. A fine probe beneath the skin delivers controlled heat to melt fat and stimulate the tissues to contract, while an external electrode monitors skin temperature. It is designed for people with a modest amount of fat and mild to moderate skin laxity who want contour and tightening without the longer scars of excisional surgery. The single-use probe, the device and specialist training all contribute to the cost.

Included in the price

  • Surgeon: Mr Nassab assesses you, performs the treatment and reviews your progress.
  • Anaesthetic: smaller areas may be treated under local anaesthetic, which may be carried out at CLNQ; larger or multiple areas are treated under general anaesthetic at Deansgate Hospital, Manchester, with a consultant anaesthetist.
  • Facility and equipment: theatre or treatment-room time and the single-use BodyTite probe.
  • Compression garment: worn for several weeks to support the tightening process.
  • Routine follow-up: reviews during the months when the skin continues to contract.

Consultations are available at CLNQ, Deansgate Square, Manchester, and CLNQ, King Street, Knutsford. The £150 consultation fee is separate from the treatment price.

Why quotes vary

BodyTite is tailored to the individual, and the following affect your quote:

  • Area size: a small zone such as the inner knees takes less time than the abdomen or thighs.
  • Number of areas: each additional area adds theatre time and energy delivery.
  • Adding liposuction: if there is more fat, liposuction may be combined to remove it after the radiofrequency step.
  • Anaesthetic type: general anaesthetic adds anaesthetist and hospital fees.

Current prices for related treatments are on the prices page.

How it compares with other options

BodyTite sits between liposuction and skin-removal surgery. Standard liposuction starts from £7,500 for one area but does not actively tighten skin. Where there is a significant overhang of loose skin, BodyTite is unlikely to be enough and a surgical option such as a tummy tuck (from £12,000) or arm lift (from £11,500) may give a better result for the money. For the face and neck, the equivalent device is FaceTite, from £7,500. Mr Nassab will explain honestly which approach suits your skin.

Results take time

Skin tightening develops gradually. Swelling and firmness are expected for several weeks, and the skin can keep contracting for up to a year. Budgeting for time off, typically a few days to a week for smaller areas, and wearing your garment as advised both matter for the outcome. Results vary between people, and skin quality, age and weight stability all influence how much tightening occurs.

Is BodyTite right for you?

The treatment tends to suit adults at or near a stable weight who have a small amount of stubborn fat and early skin laxity, for example on the abdomen after pregnancy, the upper arms, inner thighs, knees or bra line. It is less suitable for people planning significant weight loss, smokers, or those with a large apron of loose skin. At consultation Mr Nassab will pinch-test the skin, assess fat thickness and discuss what degree of tightening is realistic. If surgery would serve you better, he will say so, even though it costs more, because paying for a treatment that cannot meet your goals is poor value.

Planning time off and garments

Most people plan a few days off for a single small area and up to a week or so for larger or combined areas. The compression garment is included, but some patients like to buy a second one so they can wash and alternate them. Light walking is encouraged from the first day, while gym work and heavy lifting are usually paused for a few weeks.

Finance and safety

Finance may be available through Chrysalis Finance, subject to status; Reza Nassab Ltd is a credit broker, not a lender. Energy-based treatments carry specific risks such as burns, prolonged swelling and irregularities, so the training of the person using the device matters. Low-cost offers abroad or in non-medical settings may not include proper aftercare. After treatment, contact the team the same day if you develop fever, spreading redness or blistering, and seek same-day GP or NHS 111 advice for calf pain or leg swelling. BodyTite is for adults aged 18 and over.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does BodyTite cost in the UK?

With Mr Nassab, BodyTite costs from £6,000. The £150 consultation is charged on top.

Is BodyTite priced per area?

The quote depends on the size and number of areas and whether liposuction is added. It is confirmed at consultation.

Is BodyTite cheaper than a tummy tuck?

Yes, but it is designed for mild to moderate laxity. Significant loose skin usually needs surgical removal.

Can BodyTite be done under local anaesthetic?

Smaller areas often can, and may be treated at CLNQ. Larger areas are treated under general anaesthetic at Deansgate Hospital.

Mr Reza Nassab — Consultant Plastic Surgeon

Written & Medically Reviewed by

Mr Reza Nassab

FRCS (Plast) GMC Specialist Register — Plastic Surgery RCS England Certificate in Cosmetic Surgery MBA MSc

Mr Reza Nassab is an award-winning Consultant Plastic Surgeon on the GMC Specialist Register in Plastic Surgery, and holds the Royal College of Surgeons of England Certification in Cosmetic Surgery. He practises at CLNQ Deansgate Hospital in Manchester; Knutsford, Cheshire; Dubai and London, and is a member of BAPRAS and BAAPS. Mr Nassab has published original research in PRS, Aesthetic Surgery Journal, and JPRAS and lectures internationally on advanced surgical techniques.