Vaser Lipo

Patients seeking to tone targeted areas of the body which are unresponsive to diet and exercise have turned to liposuction for many years as an effective option to achieve their desired body contour. While effective in producing a slimmer appearance, patients often experienced “lumpy” results and long recovery times due to the destruction of nearby nerves, blood vessels and other tissues in the treated area. Now, patients can achieve their desired results in a faster and safer method using targeted fat reduction with VASER® Lipo.

The unique VASER® Lipo treatment combines new patented technology with advanced surgical techniques to gently dissolve and remove excess fatty tissue from the abdomen, hips, “love handles,” “saddlebags,” thighs, arms, back, knees, neck and chin. The VASER Lipo procedure uses ultrasound energy to eliminate fat while leaving nerves, blood vessels and connective tissue largely undisturbed. Without damage to this tissue, patients experience little pain and achieve much smoother results than with traditional liposuction.

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VASER Lipo Procedure

During the VASER Lipo procedure, the area to be sculpted is filled with a special saline solution that makes the fatty tissue easier to dissolve. The VASER System also includes epinephrine, which shrinks blood vessels to help reduce bleeding and bruising, and lidocaine, an anesthetic agent that helps numb the site. A thin-grooved probe is then inserted to soften and break up fatty tissue on contact using ultrasound waves. Suction and massage of the sculpted site removes emulsified fat while leaving surrounding tissue relatively intact.

VASER Lipo is performed on an outpatient basis under local anesthesia, general anesthesia or sedation, depending on the extent of the procedure and the patient’s personal preferences. Multiple body areas can be treated during each treatment session. Your doctor will develop a customized treatment plan for you in order to produce the most effective results in the least invasive manner.

Recovery from VASER Lipo

The VASER system’s ultrasound technology causes minimal disturbance to important structural tissue, yielding smooth and shapely contouring. After the procedure, patients may experience minimal discomfort and should expect some fluid drainage from the incisions as well as body swelling due to infusion fluids used during the procedure. Pain medication options and post-operative procedures will be reviewed.

Patients will wear a compression garment home from the procedure and may be required to wear this garment (under clothing) for two to six weeks post-operatively, depending upon the body area(s) treated and the amount of fat removed. This will provide comfort and support and will help the skin to better fit your new contours.

Anticipated recovery time varies with the extent of the procedure – the amount of fat removed, the number of areas treated, and so forth. Under physician guidance, with the exception of some activity restrictions such as heavy lifting, patients may be able to return to normal activities within days.

Results of VASER Lipo

Results of the VASER Lipo procedure are often visible immediately after treatment, but will continue to improve over the next few months as the skin progressively tightens. During this time, it is essential to keep your follow-up appointments so the doctor can monitor your progress.

If a patient gains weight after their procedure, the weight will be distributed evenly throughout the body, and will not return to the treated area since fat cells were permanently removed. With a proper diet, regular exercise and realistic expectations, most patients are highly satisfied with the results of their VASER Lipo treatment.

To learn more about the VASER Lipo procedure and to find out whether or not it’s right for you, call us today to schedule a consultation.