Liposuction versus Vaser lipo
Even when we lead a healthy lifestyle, eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly, we can still have areas of our body that we’re unhappy with, such as pockets of fat that obstinately refuse to disappear, no matter what we do.
Traditional liposuction and Vaser liposuction can offer a solution, eradicating the fat cells in these areas. They aim to alter your body shape and, if you remain at a healthy weight, the results can be long-lasting. But what do these procedures involve, and which one could be the right one for you?
Traditional liposuction
Liposuction can be a quick and effective way of removing stubborn fatty deposits on the body permanently. If you have discovered that you have one or more areas which have proved resistant to a healthy lifestyle, this treatment may be an option for you.
Liposuction uses motion to break down fat cells
As general anaesthetic is used for this type of surgery, you will be asleep while it is carried out. Once it has taken effect, your surgeon will inject a solution containing anaesthetic into the target area, which helps reduce bruising and swelling. Then they will make small incisions in that area and insert a thin tube. This is attached to a suction machine, and as the fat is loosened by the tube moving back and forward it is suctioned out. Any excess fluid is then drained away. You can find out more about liposuction here, with more information available on the NHS website.
Areas which can be treated include:
– Buttocks
– Thighs
– Stomach
– Hips
– Knees
– Neck
– Back
– Flanks
Benefits of traditional liposuction:
– Permanently removes stubborn areas of fat
– Contours areas of the body
– Can target large areas of the body
Risks of traditional liposuction:
– Scarring
– Bruising
– Infection
– Changes in sensation
– Swelling
– Fluid build-up
– Asymmetry
– Discomfort
Vaser liposuction
Vaser liposuction is a revolutionary technique that can be a fast and effective way to achieve the results you want.
This type of treatment is typically performed using general anaesthetic so that you’re asleep during the procedure. Vaser stands for ‘vibration amplification of sound at resonance’ and during treatment ultrasound waves are used to break up fat cells, liquefying them so that they’re easier to extract.
The area being targeted is filled with a saline solution to make it easier for the Vaser ultrasound technology to break down the fat cells and liquefy them. They’re then gently drawn out of the body using a needle. This causes less damage to the surrounding tissues compared to traditional liposuction.
If you have stubborn pockets of fat that remain despite having a healthy lifestyle and exercising regularly, Vaser lipo could help.
Areas which can be treated include:
– Buttocks and hips
– Thighs
– Flanks
– Knees and ankles
– Tummy
– Back
– Chest
– Underside of the arms
– Neck and chin
Benefits of Vaser liposuction:
– Permanently removes stubborn areas of fat
– Less invasive than traditional liposuction
– Faster recovery times than traditional liposuction methods
– Less downtime following treatment than traditional liposuction
– Can target large areas such as thighs, stomach and hip
Risks of Vaser liposuction:
– Bruising
– Inflammation/swelling
– Loose skin
– Infection
– Bleeding
– Irregularities of the skin
– Numbness
– Fluid accumulation
It’s important to bear in mind that traditional and Vaser liposuction aren’t weight loss tools – they treat fat deposits in specific areas to contour the body.
It’s only natural to have questions about your potential treatment, and so we’re here to help. You can book your free, no obligation consultation now, or call us for more details.
