Vaser Liposelection | Liposuction in Singapore

Ultrasonic Liposuction is a form of power-assisted liposuction. It is called Ultrasonic because the vibrations from ultrasonic waves are used to selectively break up dense fat deposits. The broken up fat deposits are much easier to suck out. The technology is called Vaser. There are of course other methods of power-assisted liposuction (all equally good in experienced hands), like Water-jet, Microaire, but Vaser is the one we use most. And there are also other tools like Renuvion and BodyTite that augment the results of Liposuction by tightening loose skin.

Ultrasonic Liposuction makes the task of liposuction, especially of tougher fat deposits, less tiring for the surgeon. The final results, as with any form of liposuction, still depends on the skill and experience of the surgeon.

THE LIPO PROCEDURE

Small incisions are made strategically (usually along creases that conceal the scar) and local anaesthetic is then injected. The Vaser probe is inserted under the skin into the fat layer to deliver ultrasonic waves which loosens up the fat selectively. After this, a hollow tube attached to a suction pump, is inserted under the skin to drain out the loosened fats.

During the Ultrasonic Liposuction procedure, there is usually very little pain because of the local anaesthetic called tumescent anaesthesia. After the anaesthesia has worn off, it sometimes feels like the aches and pains that follow a vigorous workout. For bigger areas like the abdomen or the thighs, it becomes harder to administer adequate tumescent anaesthesia, and hence we recommend that it be done in an OT with an Anaesthetist to administer a deep sedation.

Compression garments are applied after the surgery and patients go home to rest.

Follow-ups are very important. At one week, we will commence on a session of radiofrequency to massage away the swelling. At one month post-operation, we will discuss the results with our patients. A 3 months, we will have a followup of the final results.

Small incisions are made strategically (usually along creases that conceal the scar) and local anaesthetic is then injected. The Vaser probe is inserted under the skin into the fat layer to deliver ultrasonic waves which loosens up the denser fat selectively. After this, a cannula (hollow tube) attached to a suction pump, is inserted under the skin to drain out the loosened fats.

During the Ultrasonic Liposuction procedure, there is usually very little pain because of the local anaesthetic called tumescent anaesthesia. After the anaesthesia has worn off, it sometimes feels like the aches and pains that follow a vigorous workout. For bigger areas, it becomes harder to administer adequate tumescent anaesthesia, and hence we do the procedure in a Day Surgery with an Anaesthetist to administer sedation.

Compression garments are applied after the surgery and the patient goes home to rest.

Follow-ups are very important. At one week, we will commence on a session of radiofrequency to massage away the swelling. At 3 months, we will have a followup of the final results. Corrections of minor irregularities can be easily done in the clinic. But they are rarely needed.

ULTRASONIC LIPO ADVANTAGE

Non-power assisted liposuction uses both the suction power and the surgeon’s elbow-strength to extract fats. Adding one more step – the ultrasonic loosening up of the fats in Vaser or Microaire for example – the task is made easier and hence the surgeon can do a better job at it.

Large deposits of fats to be removed easily with less trauma to the surrounding tissues.

TREATMENT AREAS

Any area or areas of any size can be treated with power-assisted liposuction techniques like Vaser or Microaire. The limitation is not with size but with the amount of tumescent anaesthesia that we can safely use in one session. This is calculated based on body weight.

Male Breasts

Self-conscious men, good news. This area, particularly if only fat is present (no enlarged breast glands), can be reduced very effectively using power-assisted methods like Vaser Liposuction or Microaire Liposuction. Skin generally retracts well in men. As such, there is seldom any loose skin after liposuction for psuedo-gynacomastia. Otherwise, skin tightening methods like Renuvion or BodyTite are available to help.

Dangling Skin Under Arms

It is important to get the best skin results here and either Vaser or similar skin tightening tools like BodyTite and Renuvion allows us to sculpt very close to skin. In that way, the skin will feel tight and dangle less. We also routinely apply high-definition Vaser techniques, where appropriate, so that it looks like somewhat gym-sculpted.

Saddle Bags

These are the bulges on the side of the thighs of some women – especially after child bearing age. Because the fat is usually tougher than other parts, a power assisted method of liposuction, like Vaser, Microaire or water-jet is often needed to effective treat this area. Not only are the saddle bags reduced, very often the buttock becomes tighter and smaller. This is probably the most rewarding site for our female patients.

The Belly

The belly and the love handles can be reduced very well in most cases. Exceptions being those with some lax skin after multiple childbirths or in slightly older patients, where a combination of Vaser with Renuvion or BodyTite may be needed. Vaser, Renuvion and BodyTite are power-assisted liposuction methods each with varying skin tightening properties. Where a lot of loose skin is expected, then an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) may be needed.

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RECOVERY-TIME DEPENDS ON EXTENT OF LIPOSUCTION

The main discomfort is like the aches after a vigorous workout. Of course it varies. When more areas are treated, like combination of abdomen-front / abdomen-sides / thighs, patients may need some bed rest. But generally, most patients are able go out to the supermarket the next day and return to work within 3-5 days. But just to be safe, we advise of patients to plan a week’s rest.

IMMEDIATELY

There will be some immediate post-op sweliing which will increase over a few days before it starts to settle down.

AFTER A WEEK

Swelling would have decreased slightly, but we will apply radio frequency to the areas and the swelling will disappear very quickly.

AFTER A MONTH

It is only after one month or more that the “healing-tissues” fully reorganize back to the feeling of normal skin. The overlying skin contracts .

AFTER 3 MONTHS

Sometimes it may take up to 3 months for all the swelling to subside and be bikini ready again.

DR DAVID LOH

Dr David Loh

Founder

Dr David Loh founded David Loh Surgery back in 2002 when Aesthetic Medicine as a field was still in its infancy. He obtained his basic medical and surgical degree from the National University of Singapore. He has 30 years of working experience, 18 years of which were in aesthetics. He is MOH-accredited to perform office -based Liposuction. He is perhaps best known for being a trainer for Botulinum Toxins and Fillers in the region. He is the President of The Society of Aesthetic Medicine in Singapore.

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