Vaser Liposuction Surgery and Recovery

On the day of your procedure, the focus is on your safety and comfort. A clear understanding of the surgical steps can help ease any pre-operative nerves and set you up for a positive experience.

What to Expect on Surgery Day

The Vaser liposuction procedure is performed in a carefully controlled surgical environment. Here is a general overview of what happens:

• Anesthesia: Depending on the extent of the treatment and the areas being addressed, you will receive either general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation. Your surgeon will have discussed the best option for you during your consultation. The primary goal is to ensure you are completely comfortable and pain-free throughout the procedure.
• Tumescent Fluid Injection: Once the anesthesia has taken effect, a special saline solution called tumescent fluid is injected into the target areas. This solution contains lidocaine (a local anesthetic) and epinephrine (a medication that constricts blood vessels). This step helps numb the area, minimize bleeding, and make the fat easier to remove.
• Vaser Technology in Action: Your surgeon will make small incisions, often placed in discreet locations to minimize visible scarring. A thin probe that emits high-frequency ultrasound waves is inserted through these incisions. The ultrasonic energy gently breaks apart and liquefies the fat cells while preserving other important tissues like blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue.
• Fat Removal: After the fat is emulsified, a small cannula is used to gently suction it out of the body. The surgeon skillfully sculpts the area to create a smoother, more defined contour.
• Duration: The length of the surgery can vary. A smaller, targeted area might take about an hour, while treating multiple areas could take three hours or more.

Once the procedure is complete, the small incisions are closed, and a compression garment is applied to the treated areas to help reduce swelling.