Vaser Liposuction

Liposuction is the procedure by which one can remove unwanted fat from those areas of the body where fat accumulates and is impervious to any weight loss regimes. The major advantage of liposuction is body contouring. The tissues which cause fats to accumulate on the surface of the skin are removed by way of surgery, thereby rendering the skin looking tighter and younger. Vaser liposuction is one of the most popular methods of liposuction especially due to the effectiveness of this procedure and because it leaves very tiny scars on the skin, which is invariably less than half an inch.

VASER (Vibration Amplification of Sound Energy at Resonance) liposuction uses ultrasound to break up and flush out the fat accumulated on the body area with minimal effect on the surrounding tissues like blood vessels, nerves, et al. There is only temporary bruising that takes place in the procedure, which takes very less time to heal vis-Õ  -vis the traditional liposuction procedure of surgery which requires incisions.

Frequently asked questions:

Who is it for?

People who want to lose the firm and rigid body fat from certain parts of the body like abdomen, thighs, buttocks, upper arms, chin, chests and back, which is otherwise impervious to weight loss diets and work-outs, can opt for Vaser liposuction. Anyone who is in good health, and watches their weight consistently can opt for this procedure. Also, the patient must not be a diabetic, or have a coronary ailment. However, exceptions may be taken into consideration, after medical examinations.

What can I expect?

After going through Vaser liposuction, you can see visible results on your body. There is an initial swelling on the operated body part which lasts about two to four weeks. The perfect contour of the body will be visible after about three months. However, it is important to have realistic expectations from the surgery. Vaser liposuction is an answer to removal of spot fat; but is not a viable solution for obese people. Body fat that has accumulated due to lack of exercise and wrong foods cannot be eliminated with Vaser liposuction.

What does the surgery involve?

The surgery and its duration typically depends upon the body area to be treated. Smaller procedures can be performed under the influence of local anesthesia alone with sedation. But, if the procedure is a major one, then general anesthesia is opted for. Because Vaser liposuction involves only ultrasound procedures, the time taken to heal is considerably reduced and the patient can go home the very same day.

What will the recovery look like?

The surgery is very safe and the patient experiences very mild to moderate pain. There are incisions made on the skin surface, owing to which there may be slight swelling, which would generally begin to subside in a couple of days. The recovery time taken is comparatively negligible as compared to the traditional surgery. The results are evident soon after the swelling settles down.

What are the possible risks or complications?

Vaser liposuction is a comparatively new procedure and has been there for little over a decade. There are very few or no incisions, and hence the complications are considerably reduced. Some of the commonly observed side-effects of this procedure are collection of fluid under the skin which has been operated upon. The patient may also experience swelling on the operated area, which is completely customary.

What will be the overall outcome of the procedure?

The overall outcome of the entire procedure is indeed commendable. Vaser liposuction is the best option for spot reduction of weight. Eating a healthy diet and regular exercise can help you maintain the new shape of your body and make it your permanent attribute. The self-confidence and envy you might attract is the icing on the cake!

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