What is Vaser Liposuction?

Despite a healthy diet and exercise, we can often find areas and pockets filled with fat which are difficult to eliminate. Although this is completely normal and is not harmful, many seek to remove the fat pockets with cosmetic surgeryin favor of a more slender and well-defined silhouette.

Vaser Liposuction can assist you to achieve this, by enhancing your natural appearance and creating a defined and toned body.

Vaser Liposuction also referred to as Liposculpture, is an advanced process for body sculpting which uses a particular method of removing fat to contour and shape your body. In accordance with the degree of sculpting desired, the surgeon performs a high definition, middle definition or normal Vaser Liposuction.

How it works?

Vaser Liposuction offers minimally-invasive modern ultrasound technology to precisely target and remove excess fat.

By utilizing the ultrasound energy and the heat produced by the vaser probe, the surgeon can strategically melt the fat before extracting it out, achieving superior results than traditional liposuction, in which the fat has not been melt.

Because of this, Vaser Liposuction has been deemed to be superior to traditional liposuction.

Creates more defined calves, stomach and arm muscles, and also eliminating any excess fat
It can tighten loose skin in small, intricate areas such as under the under the chin

Vaser Liposuction, also referred to as ‘Ultrasonic Liposuction’ because of the ultrasonic energy used and technology employed to it, is a cutting-edge, minimally invasive method for eliminating fat. The ultrasound energy targets undesirable fat, but also preserves important tissues, such as nerves connective tissue, blood vessels and Collagen to promote rapid healing. In removing the deeper and the superficial fats surrounding muscle groups, it enhances the appearance of the toned muscles beneath. The result is a reshaped body that is more defined and sculpted giving the appearance of a toned, slim and well-defined appearance.

For best results, it is imperative that your surgeon is a specialist in VASER Hi Definition Liposculpture or else you could receive the most refined version of traditional liposuction but with no added cutting.

The procedure is performed prior to Vaser Liposuction Surgery

In the first appointment, you will have a meeting you with the Vaser Liposuction physician to go over your expectations and potential outcomes. At your consultation you will be weighed – and you must have a BMI below 28 – and weighed for the exact garment that you want, needed for your follow-up program.

On the day of your procedure your surgeon will draw very detailed and precise markings on the targeted area(s), these will be specific to your physique and will be a replica of your anatomy. The markings will also indicate where the procedure will be performed. The patient will be comfortable and prepared to undergo the procedure.

During Vaser Liposuction Surgery

Vaser Lipo can be accomplished using local anaesthetic and minimal sedation, or under general anaesthetic. The method of sedation chosen is usually based on the size of the procedure and the amount of areas to be sculpted. Your surgeon will discuss this during your consultation.

There are several steps involved in liposculpture surgery:

Saline solution

At first, the treated area(s) are lined with a tumescent solution. This reduces the blood vessels, consequently decreasing blood loss and bruises after surgery. It also helps to break up the fatty tissue using the Vaser ultrasonic energy.

Ultrasonic energy

Small probes are then utilized in order to send an energy wave, which splits and emulsifies the fatty tissues between muscle and skin. This process is unique and ensures that other vital tissues are left intact resulting in faster recovery times. This procedure specifically targets the desired region and allows your surgeon to remove the fat, and then create lines to mimic a naturally more toned and defined body.

Extraction

The liquefied fat is eliminated using a small hollow cannula made of metal (via very discrete incisions that measure between 3 and 4 millimeters in diameter thus scarring is minimal) which is then inserted and directed through the area of the fat that has been emulsified. The cannula will then remove the fat using suction technology . It is typically used in conjunction with a massage. After that, your specially trained Vaser surgeon gentle creates the desired contours from the muscle tissues to give you a toned and defined physique.

Any residual fat is excreted in a natural way by your body after surgery, which gives you the end result of a healthier and more toned body during your recovery.

Vaser Liposuction is the surgical excision of the fat layer from certain areas of the body. The Vaser Liposculpture procedure is precise that it can be utilized on areas that traditional Lipo does not treat.

The most common areas to remove fat are:

Chest or bust
Lower and upper back
Stomach
Flanks / waist
Hips
Buttocks
Calves
Knees
Ankles
Chin / neck
Arms
The thighs’ inner and outer

Although the process of recovery is different for each person, Vaser Liposuction does involve greater aftercare than traditional Liposuction. The more time you invest in during your recovery process the more effective your results will be Your final outcome may not be apparent for a few months after your procedure. A good aftercare regimen includes the utilization of custom-designed body compression clothing, along with post-procedure ultrasound lymphatic massage, as well as correct exercise and nutrition.

Your treated areas should look great and retain their beautiful appearance while you are at exactly the same size. If you gain weight, you will typically gain it on different areas than those that were treated.
Post-Operative Recovery

Incision site

There may be some leakage of liquid from the area of incisions during the first few days or two following the procedure. This is referred to as tumescent fluid and is the result of the local anaesthetic. It might be bloody which is totally normal, don’t be concerned However, any signs of bleeding needs to be brought to attention of your doctor.

Within 7 days after your surgery, depending on the treated area, you will have a wound check to assess the sutures that are expected to gradually dissolve. Avoid getting the incision area wet as a warm moist space can harbour bacteria and cause an infection.

Garment

You’ll leave the theatre wearing your custom-made compression garment in place, you must wear this continuously until you are advised by your surgeon that you may remove the garment. It is important to note that if your stop wearing the bespoke garment for liposuction prior to the time you receive your advice, that you have the best outcomes.

Bruising / Swelling

It is normal to experience some bruising, swelling and discomfort after the procedure; some swelling may last for a long time. You might also feel that you’ve lost the sensation in the areas that were treated, this is perfectly normal and not a cause for concern. As your nerves begin to regenerate, your sensation and feeling will return to normal.

Discomfort

Following your surgery, you can expect to experience some mild, and easily controlled with your prescribed medication, discomfort. It will only last for a very short period with the majority of patients able to walk about with ease after a day or two. Be aware that you may need some help in the initial 24 to 48 hours after surgery. A pain medication is prescribed for any discomfort but if you begin to feel pain that is severe you should contact us immediately. We recommend that you not to take any aspirin-containing medications for the first week after surgery.
Short-Term Aftercare

Driving

With a lot of insurers, your vehicle insurance will not be covered up to 24 hours after you have had a general anaesthetic injected. After this period, we’d advise against driving, for approximately 7-10 days, as you may find some of your movements restricted as the swelling and brusing goes down.

Physical Activity

Vaser Liposuction surgery is minimally downtime. That means you can return to an easy daily routine within a few days after your procedure – according to the area that was treated. It is recommended that you take at least a week off work to enable you to recover completely. Within the next two or three weeks, the areas you have treated will be extremely sensitive and strenuous physical activities should be restricted. During the time you’ll slowly return to activities such as light lifting or sexual activity. Your surgeon will provide you with an exact list of things you can do, depending on the area of your treatment at the time of your consultation.

Garment

Following your procedure, you’ll have received a bespoke Liposculpture compression garment This is an essential aspect of healing. The garment is required to be worn for between four-six weeks, as directed by your physician, to help in healing, lessen swelling and in the end, to ensure a good contour to your treated areas.
Long-Term aftercare

For optimal results, we recommend that your long-term post-operative care is also a custom regimen that includes manual lymphatic Drainage (MLD) Massage. We are in close contact together with an MLD specialist if you choose to make that part of your healing process.

MLD Massage

For optimum results we recommend making an investment in a program of Massage for Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) Massage which aids in speeding up the healing process, reduces all swelling, or build-up of liquid in the body and helps to rid the body of any remaining waste products.

The MLD massage technique could be utilized following Vaser Liposuction in as little as 48 hours after your procedure to accelerate your recovery. It incorporates an ultrasound treatment that is followed by a manual massage. By manipulating the lymph at dermal and epidermal joints (1-2mm deep, the thickness of 5 sheets of paper) this procedure assists the body’s process and helps eliminate excess fluid from the deep layers as well as from the shallow spaces as well as negative space. MLD facilitates better skin retraction, and lessens stiffness in muscles, making your post-surgery mobility more efficient and provides an anti-inflammatory and therapeutic impact on tissues.

Physical Exercise

After six weeks, you will be fully recovered and ready to take on more intense physical exercise just as jogging and heavier weight lifting. If you are still feeling discomfortor aren’t sure about your ability to return to a more physical routine please speak to your liposculpture surgeon who will be happy to discuss your concerns with you.

Vaser Liposuction is done using the use of a general or local anaesthetic which means that you will not feel any pain during this procedure*.

If the procedure you are having is with local anaesthetic, sedation may be available to you. Speak to your practitioner who can provide you with costs during your free no obligation consultation.

You can expect to feel some soreness and discomfort for up to two weeks after the procedure. However, your experience will differ as every patient has different tolerance to pain and healing rates*.