The
British cosmetic surgery industry has certainly had a change of face over the
last several decades. With London acting as the protagonist, the UK based industry
is now worth a staggering £3.6 Billion Pounds, thanks to a
myriad of top trends and celebrity endorsed ´non-invasive´ treatments which
claim to dramatically change your appearance, whilst allowing you to go home
hours later.
Unless
you live at a top of mountain or have a complete disregard for the daily media,
it is hard to ignore the impact and interest that some of these treatments have
had. One of the most revolutionary of all the procedures that´s currently
sweeping the capital city involves a pioneering type of ´smart-liposuction´ which
goes under the name of VASER Liposculpture, operates using Ultrasonic sound
waves and can leave you with a body so sculpted that you could well leave the
clinic the same day with abdominals. Yes, that´s right – a six pack.
However
just how effective is this claim and what are the facts aside from the fantasy?
Eminent British based ´top ten´ ranking Cosmetic Surgeon Dr Ashish Dutta sat
down with us at his Harley Street clinic to describe the implications and
procedures of this modern day marvel.
Dr Dutta
can you describe to us exactly what is VASER Liposuction?
VASER
stands for Vibration Amplification of Sound Energy at Resonance which means
that the procedure makes use of ultrasound technology in order to perform the
liposuction procedure. VASER Liposuction is an alternative
technology to the traditional liposuction procedure. It is a body contouring
procedure that targets the removal of unwanted body fat. It is essentially a
procedure by which fat deposits beneath the skin are removed in order to
improve the aesthetics and the overall appearance of the body. It is based on
the latest technology uses an ultrasound device that liquefies fat before
removing it from the body using suction force.
How is VASER Liposuction different from traditional Liposuction?
VASER Liposuction is also known as Lipo-selection which implies that it is more of a selective fat removal, unlike the traditional liposuction which works on a total fat removal. This type of Liposuction focuses upon targeting the fat cells while still preserving the essential connecting tissues. This helps in attaining smoother results and a better and quick healing process as compared to the traditional liposuction surgery. Also, it is believed that VASER Liposuction is more effective in the treatment of densely fibrous areas such as the back, the post-tummy tuck abdomen, the breasts (male and female), and the areas which have been previously suctioned.
The fat cells removed using VASER Liposuction can often be harvested in order to be used for fat transfer in other areas of the body where they are more desirable. VASER Liposuction is also a minimally invasive procedure as compared to other liposuction procedures which means that there is less bleeding or scarring and it also implies that there is speedy recovery as compared to the conventional liposuction procedure.
How does VASER Liposuction work?
VASER Liposuction
uses ultrasound energy in order to melt fat. It is then removed through a thin
tube called a cannula. VASER Liposuction uses ultrasound high-frequency
vibration to break fat cells apart. This technique makes it easier to remove
fat. It is especially helpful in areas with dense and large volumes of
fat.
How safe is VASER Liposuction?
VASER Liposuction procedures have been successfully carried out on patients around the world. The instruments for a VASER Liposuction procedure are much smaller and less invasive as compared to the conventional liposuction procedure. It also uses minimally invasive ultrasound technology so there is less damage caused to the body. Older methods did not have the technology to liquefy fat before removing it from the body which could cause damage to the veins and other delicate organs of the body. With VASER Liposuction, it is now possible to liquefy fat before its removal which makes it possible to carry out the procedure without causing much harm to the body.
How much time does the procedure take to be completed?
How safe is VASER Liposuction?
VASER Liposuction procedures have been successfully carried out on patients around the world. The instruments for a VASER Liposuction procedure are much smaller and less invasive as compared to the conventional liposuction procedure. It also uses minimally invasive ultrasound technology so there is less damage caused to the body. Older methods did not have the technology to liquefy fat before removing it from the body which could cause damage to the veins and other delicate organs of the body. With VASER Liposuction, it is now possible to liquefy fat before its removal which makes it possible to carry out the procedure without causing much harm to the body.
How much time does the procedure take to be completed?
The
procedure can take about one to several hours to complete, depending upon the
area and the number of areas to be taken in for treatment. Larger bodies and
more masses of stored fat will clearly require more surgical time for their
safe extraction.
What is the average downtime involved?
What is the average downtime involved?
VASER Liposuction
is a less-aggressive procedure, which means that there is a faster recovery
time as compared to the conventional liposuction procedure. The surgery usually
involves 12 hours of rest and 2-3 weeks of avoiding strenuous activities.
Is the procedure painful?
Since
VASER Liposuction is a low impact procedure, less pain is experienced as
compared to that in the standard liposuction procedure. Some of the applied local
anaesthetic stays in the area which helps in minimizing post-surgical pain in
the treated area.
What are the side-effects of the procedure?
What are the side-effects of the procedure?
The
potential risks from ultrasound energy may include burns. Some of the possible
side-effects may include bleeding, scarring, skin contour irregularities, nerve
compressions, skin necrosis, seroma, fluid imbalance. These are not restrictive
and some other complications or side effects may arise, depending on the
individual functioning of every person.
Is there a risk of bruising, like in the case of traditional Liposuction?
Is there a risk of bruising, like in the case of traditional Liposuction?
VASER Liposuction
involves the use of a saline solution, so there is typically less bleeding and
bruising. After the application of local anaesthetic, the surgeon fills the
area to be treated with a saline wetting solution in order to numb the area and
shrink blood vessels. This helps in minimizing the risks of post-surgical
swelling and bruising.
How long do the results take to appear?
How long do the results take to appear?
Patients are able to see results right after the
procedure but the best results start to appear after 5-6 weeks of the
treatment.
In conclusion, these are some of the most frequently asked questions about the VASER Liposuction procedure. Please bear in mind that one must always consult with a professional Surgeon and discuss the prospective effects on the individual body before getting entering into any type of surgery
In conclusion, these are some of the most frequently asked questions about the VASER Liposuction procedure. Please bear in mind that one must always consult with a professional Surgeon and discuss the prospective effects on the individual body before getting entering into any type of surgery
Dr Ashish Dutta is a Board Certified Cosmetic surgeon and founder of the Aesthetic Beauty Centre´s in Newcastle, Sunderland and London; underlining him
as one of the few highly trained and accredited surgeons in the United Kingdom.
For more information on Dr Dutta and his services, please refer to his personal
social media channels on Facebook, Vimeo, LinkedIn and Twitter.
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