Body Sculpting with VASER Liposuction
Body Sculpting with VASER Liposuction
Weight loss has numerous benefits and advantages. However, losing weight through a specific diet and exercise regimen may not always yield the desired results due to accumulated fat in certain areas that are difficult to eliminate through traditional methods. Nevertheless, Vaser liposuction, a body sculpting technique, can help you eliminate these fat deposits in just one session. Let us explore this technique in the following article.
Body Sculpting with VASER Liposuction Procedures:
• Arm sculpting: This procedure aims to eliminate excess fat and tighten mild skin sagging in the arms.
• Chest sculpting: VASER liposuction can help treat gynecomastia in men.
• Buttock sculpting: Buttock sculpting can be performed to achieve an ideal figure without excess fat or sagging, creating an hourglass shape.
• Abdominal sculpting: This procedure helps eliminate belly fat in men or treat residual fat after pregnancy in women.
Candidates for Body Sculpting with VASER Liposuction:
• Healthy adults with a relatively stable weight.
• Individuals without any chronic diseases that may hinder the procedure.
• Non-smokers or those who can quit smoking for a certain period.
• Those with realistic expectations regarding the outcomes of the sculpting procedure.
• Individuals who are maintaining a healthy lifestyle through a suitable diet and regular exercise.
Consulting Dr. Ahmed Mekkawy before body sculpting with VASER Liposuction:
During your visit to Dr. Ahmed Mekkawy before the body sculpting procedure, he will discuss the following:
• Your goals and expectations regarding the sculpting procedure.
• Your medical condition, allergies you have, and previous treatments you have undergone.
• Current medications, vitamins, and dietary supplements you are taking, as well as your alcohol or tobacco use.
• Any previous surgeries you have had.
Additionally, Dr. Ahmed Mekkawy will evaluate your overall health to determine if there are any risk factors associated with undergoing this procedure. He will record your body measurements and the areas to be treated, taking some photos for comparison with the post-procedure results. He will also discuss your options and the appropriate treatment plan for your case after the sculpting procedure. Furthermore, he will explain the expected results of the sculpting procedure.
The success rate of the procedure and the appearance of the least possible risks depends mainly on whether you are a good candidate for the sculpting procedure. Therefore, be prepared to discuss with the doctor and ask him all the questions that concern you during your visit. It is also important that you are aware of all aspects of the body sculpting process before making any decision, and it is normal to feel some anxiety and tension before the surgery; feel free to discuss your concerns with Dr. Ahmed Mekkawy before the procedure.
You can ask Dr. Ahmed Mekkawy the following questions during your visit before the body sculpting procedure:
• What is the success rate of the VASER body sculpting procedure in my case?
• Am I a good candidate for this procedure?
• What can I expect from the results of body sculpting?
• When will I see the approximate final results?
• What are the risks and complications of body sculpting, and how can I minimize them?
• How can the risks associated with the body sculpting procedure be managed?
• What will the recovery period be like after body sculpting?
• What are the steps involved in body sculpting in my case?
• What are my options if I am not satisfied with the results of the sculpting procedure?
• Do you have before and after photos of previous cases?
What are the risks of VASER body sculpting?
The decision to undergo VASER body sculpting is highly personal, and you should weigh the benefits of this procedure against its risks or side effects. These risks may include:
• Bleeding.
• Infection.
• Fluid accumulation.
• Poor wound healing.
• Numbness or altered sensation in the skin.
• Anesthesia risks.
• Undesirable scarring.
• Irregularities in body contour or skin texture.
The doctor will inform you about how to minimize these risks and how they will be addressed during the consultation if they occur, making it easier for you to decide whether to proceed with body sculpting or not.
How can I prepare before VASER body sculpting?
Before undergoing VASER body sculpting, the doctor may ask you to:
• Undergo a comprehensive examination to ensure that you are in good health and eligible for the sculpting procedure.
• perform specific tests and screenings.
• Take specific medications or adjust the dosage of other medications.
• Stop smoking at least one week before the sculpting procedure.
• Avoid taking aspirin, dietary supplements, and anti-inflammatory drugs that may increase the risk of bleeding.
Typically, VASER body sculpting is performed in a hospital setting where the appropriate sterile environment and necessary tools for body sculpting are available.
Steps of VASER body sculpting:
Anesthesia:
The type of anesthesia used varies from case to case. The available types of anesthesia are local anesthesia, partial anesthesia, and general anesthesia, and their use depends on the area to be treated, your health condition, the percentage of fat, and the desired level of sculpting.
Surgical incision:
VASER body sculpting procedures require a precise surgical incision that does not exceed one centimeter in the targeted area. This incision allows the VASER device to be inserted and fat to be suctioned through it.
VASER body sculpting:
Ultrasound waves are directed to the areas to be treated to melt the fat and convert it into a liquid substance that can be easily eliminated and suctioned from the body. This process sculpts and tightens the body, highlighting the muscles by stimulating the skin to produce the necessary collagen to restore its vitality and elasticity.
Liposuction:
After the fat has been melted, a small medical suction tube is inserted through the surgical incision to suction out the liquefied fat from the body, completing the sculpting process.
Closure of the surgical incision:
The surgical incision is closed using some cosmetic stitches, and medical dressings are applied to the wound. The doctor may also place a thin medical tube (drainage tube) next to the incision to remove excess fluids from the body and prevent their accumulation during the recovery period.
The doctor will provide you with some instructions to follow during the recovery period:
• How to care for the wound and change the dressings.
• Medications to take or apply to the wound to aid in your recovery.
• Follow-up appointments with the doctor to monitor your progress after the sculpting procedure.
You can ask Dr. Ahmed Mekkawy some questions that will help you understand the recovery period and its details in more detail:
• Will I have to stay in the hospital after the sculpting procedure?
• What types of medications are to be taken during the recovery period?
• Will there be a wound and bandages or a drainage tube? When will it be removed?
• Will there be stitches? When can it be removed?
• When can I return to performing my daily tasks normally again?
• What are the visit dates to monitor the progress of my condition?
• When does the recovery period end?
Home recovery after body sculpting:
The doctor will advise you to avoid engaging in any strenuous physical activity during the recovery period to minimize the risk of bleeding and to prevent increased swelling or bruising. The duration of complete rest will be determined by the doctor according to your condition. The doctor will also advise you to avoid standing moderately during the initial days to prevent pressure on any sutures or wounds. When sleeping, you can use some pillows to alleviate some pressure on the wound. To reduce the risk of fluid accumulation, the doctor will advise you to start walking as soon as possible and drink plenty of fluids.
What are the expected results of VASER body sculpting?
The results of body sculpting achieved after significant weight loss are usually noticeable almost immediately. However, the final results may take longer to appear, typically within several months once the swelling subsides and the bruising fades. These results can be maintained as long as you can maintain relative weight stability without sudden weight loss or gain. For more information about VASER body sculpting, feel free to contact us. You can also schedule a consultation with Dr. Ahmed Mekkawy, the best plastic surgery and body sculpting consultant.
This content has been reviewed by Dr. Ahmed Mekkawy, a consultant in cosmetic surgery, body contouring, and natural hair transplantation.
