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Understanding VASER Liposuction- The Ultimate Guide for Beginners

Understanding VASER Liposuction- The Ultimate Guide for Beginners

Are you considering a more sculpted body, but unsure where to start? Meet VASER®1 liposuction.

Whether you’re a potential patient, wellness enthusiast, or someone exploring cosmetic surgery options, this guide will help you understand why VASER liposuction might be the perfect solution.

What Is VASER Liposuction?

VASER® is an advanced procedure that uses ultrasound technology to remove2 fat3. This technique breaks down fat cells with minimized impact on the surrounding tissues. Unlike traditional liposuction, VASER® is gentler, helping to protect important tissues like blood vessels and nerves4. This means you can look forward to smoother results, less discomfort, and a quicker recovery5. It’s a modern and effective way6 to shape your body.

Benefits of VASER Liposuction

  • Precision and Control: VASER technology allows surgeons to target specific areas with greater accuracy. This precision results in more refined contouring and natural-looking results8.
  • Less Pain, Faster Recovery than traditional liposuction:  Because VASER is less invasive than traditional liposuction, patients often experience less discomfort and enjoy quicker recovery times. You can get back to your daily activities sooner9, making it a convenient option for busy individuals.
  • Versatility: VASER liposuction isn’t just for large areas; it’s also effective for smaller, more delicate regions like the chin and neck. This versatility makes it an excellent choice for comprehensive body contouring10.

Who Can Benefit?

VASER liposuction is ideal for those looking to tackle stubborn fat deposits11 that are resistant to diet and exercise. It’s not a weight-loss solution but rather a body sculpting technique12.

What to Expect During the Procedure

The procedure typically involves:

  1. Consultation – Discuss your goals and expectations and review your medical history.
    This can also include going over any potential risks related to surgery.
  2. Preparation – Local anaesthesia is administered
  3. Fat Breakdown – Ultrasonic waves break down fat cells13.
  4. Fat Removal – Emulsified fat is gently suctioned out14.

It’s important to follow your surgeon’s post-operative care instructions to ensure a smooth recovery.

Conclusion

If you’re considering a body sculpting procedure, VASER liposuction offers an effective solution with numerous benefits.

Ready to take the next step?

Schedule a consultation with a qualified surgeon to discuss whether VASER liposuction is right for you. For more information and expert consultation, contact us today.

References

  1. -> REF-VAS-0060- 2014_Hoyos_VASER technology for UAL (v0.1) – Unique technology that maximizes fat extraction without compromising patient comfort and safety (p.4) VASER ® Lipo System is designed to optimize all phases of the body sculpting procedure. It is a unique technology that
  2. -> REF-VAS-0082- Garcia_2020 (v0.1) – Ultrasound energy that breaks apart fatty tissue (p.24)
  3. -> REF-VAS-0060- 2014_Hoyos_VASER technology for UAL (v0.1) – Unique technology that maximizes fat extraction without compromising patient comfort and safety (p.4) VASER ® Lipo System is designed to optimize all phases of the body sculpting procedure. It is a unique technology that maximizes fat extract
  4. -> REF-VAS-0060- 2014_Hoyos_VASER technology for UAL (v0.1) – Main advantages of VASER: smoothness, and ability to treat superficial tissues (p.3) The main advantages of the VASER ® third generation UAL system relate to its safety, smoothness, and ability to treat the superfi cial tissues
  5. -> REF-VAS-0082-Garcia_2020 (v0.1) – Excellent Aesthetic Results (p.134) The technique yields excellent aesthetic results and is associated with less blood loss and shorter postoperative downtime than traditional REF-VAS-0082-Garcia_2020 (v0.1) – Minimizes patient discomfort (p.28) This natural tissue selectivity of VASER technology helps reduce patient blood loss during procedures and help maintain a healthy tissue env REF-VAS-0082-Garcia_2020 (v0.1) – downtime (p.90) VASER-assisted liposuction of the trunk is associated with less blood loss in the aspirate, precise aesthetic contouring, and decreased post
  6. -> REF-VAS-0082-Garcia_2020 (v0.1) – third generation UAL- more efficient than previous generations (p.6) The current ultrasound devices for liposuction are safer and more – 1 (cont) – efficient than the previous generations
  7. -> REF-VAS-0082-Garcia_2020 (v0.1) – third generation UAL- more efficient than previous generations (p.6) The current ultrasound devices for liposuction are safer and more efficient than the previous generations. REF-VAS-0082-Garcia_2020 (v0.1) – Reducing surgeons’ fatigue (p.18) The system reduced operator fatigue by eliminating the need for heavy scraping and improved the patient experience by reducing pain
  8. -> 39_2007_ASJ_Hoyos_VASER Hi-Def Liposculpture.pdf (v1.0) – Natural looking results (p.10) 39_2007_ASJ_Hoyos_VASER Hi-Def Liposculpture.pdf (v1.0) – VASER for sculpting (p.1)
  9. -> REF-VAS-0082-Garcia_2020 (v0.1) – downtime (p.90) VASER-assisted liposuction of the trunk is associated with less blood loss in the aspirate, precise aesthetic contouring, and decreased post REF-VAS-0082-Garcia_2020 (v0.1) – Minimizes patient discomfort (p.28)
  10. -> REF-VAS-0064-2016_Di Giuseppe_VASER Lipoabdominoplasty (v0.1) – Treat Multiple Areas (p.3)
  11. -> 39_2007_ASJ_Hoyos_VASER Hi-Def Liposculpture.pdf (v1.0) – Superficial emulsification allows enhanced skin retraction (p.4)
  12. -> 39_2007_ASJ_Hoyos_VASER Hi-Def Liposculpture.pdf (v1.0) – VASER for sculpting (p.1) 39_2007_ASJ_Hoyos_VASER Hi-Def Li
  13. -> REF-VAS-0064-2016_Di Giuseppe_VASER Lipoabdominoplasty (v0.1) – This is based on the ability of the ultrasound energy to achieve emulsification of only fat cells by means of the physical phenomenon referr (p.1)
  14. -> REF-VAS-0082- Garcia_2020 (v0.1) – Tumescent fluid is infused throughout the targeted fatty issue area (p.27)
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References

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  2. Garcia O Jr, Nathan N. Comparative analysis of blood loss in suction-assisted lipoplasty and third generation internal ultrasound-assisted lipoplasty. Aesthet Surg J. 2008 Jul Aug;28(4):430-5. doi: 10.1016/j.asj.2008. 4.002. PMID: 19083558.
  3. Hoyos AE, Millard JA. VASER-assisted high-definition liposculpture. Aesthet Surg J. 2007 Nov-Dec;27(6):594- 604. doi: 10.1016/j.asj.2007. 8.007. PMID: 19341688.
  4. Prendergast PM. Body contouring with ultrasound-assisted lipoplasty (VASER). In: Prendergast PM, Shiffman MA, eds. Aesthetic Medicine: Art and Techniques. Berlin: Springer; 2011:465-508. 9.
  5. Garcia O Jr. Ultrasound-assisted liposuction: Current concepts and techniques. Cham, Switzerland: Springer Nature Switzerland; 2020.
  6. Fodor PB, Cimino WW, Watson JP, Tahernia A. Suction-assisted lipoplasty: physics, optimization, and clinical verification. Aesthet Surg J. 2005 May-Jun;25(3):234-46.
  7. Di Giuseppe, A. Vaser® lipoabdominoplasty. J Ästhet Chir 9, 67–73 (2016).
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  9. Schafer Aesthet Surg J 2013 Acute Adipocyte Viability After Third-Generation Ultrasound-
    Assisted Liposuction
  10. Di Giuseppe A, Shiffman MA. Aesthetic plastic surgery of the abdomen. Springer. International Publishing Switzerland; 2016.