VASER Liposelection (Ultrasound assisted liposuction) has become the new LaserLipo (SmartLipo). It has revolutionised the liposuction industry and we are achieving much better results compared to traditional liposuction and Laser lipo.
VASER utilises ultrasound rather than Laser to liquefy the fat. There is less likelihood of blisters and burns. It is different to traditional liposuction in that the fat is liquefied before it is removed with a suction cannula. This allows us to perform the procedure under local anaesthetic. You are awake and it means that the recovery time is shorter, more pleasant, less bruising and results are fantastic. Lipo has moved on from Laser to VASER as we are getting much better results with this technique and the procedure is slightly shorter.
The author uses minimally invasive nipple incisions which are very inconspicuous and heal very rapidly. Once the local anaesthetic has been infiltrated the fat and some of the glandular tissue is emulsified. The suction component then removes the liquified fat.
The small incisions are not stitched up, but merely closed with tiny butterfly plasters.
A compression garment is worn for 2 weeks (24hours a day) to help minimise the swelling and assist in the healing process. The longer you wear the garment the better the results.
Generally the procedure takes about an hour and you are able to return home straight after the procedure once the doctor has assessed you.
Risk factors include infection, bleeding, bruising, asymmetry etc. and you will be prescribed a course of antibiotics to minimise the chance of infection.
Followup appointments are arranged at 3-4 weeks and then again at 3-4 months.
Dr Dennis Wolf (BScHons, MBBCh, MRCS,DO-HNS) is a cosmetic doctor practising at clinics in Knightsbridge and Harley Street.
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