Why Choose VASER® Liposuction?

For many of our patients in San Diego, liposuction is the best way to finally eliminate fat deposits which have been resistant to diet and exercise. New advances in liposuction technology are making this procedure safer and more effective than ever through the use of ultrasound waves.

THE DIFFERENCE
In traditional liposuction, liquid is injected through the skin to help break up the fat deposits, then both liquid and fat are removed together from the body. While this procedure still contours the body, the necessary vigorous motion of the surgical tool, the cannula, can cause swelling, bruising and potentially cause damage to nearby blood vessels. Not surprisingly, this tissue damage results in more discomfort following traditional liposuction.

VASER liposuction, on the other hand, uses directed sound waves to liquefy targeted fat deposits. This process causes less trauma to the surrounding blood vessels and tissues. Because it causes less harm to surrounding tissue, VASER can be used in areas which were previously challenging for effective liposuction, such as the lower back or other areas where fat is intermixed with fibrous muscle tissue. Also, since the procedure is less invasive, the healing time is faster and has minimal pain or bruising.

Regardless of the technology offered at our practice in San Diego, liposuction results, like every other cosmetic procedure, ultimately depend on the skill of the surgeon involved. Although VASER has many clear benefits, the best type of lipo is whichever method is performed by the hands of an experienced surgeon.

Are You a Candidate for Liposuction?

Many men and women exercise daily and eat all the right foods, yet they can’t seem to get the body contours and fit look they really want. While frustrating, their attempts at achieving a thinner, slimmer body aren’t fruitless. Liposuction in San Diego can provide women and men with the solution that they need. 

PHYSICAL HEALTH IS THE PRIORITY

Liposuction isn’t for everyone. Before coming in for a consultation, I encourage men and women considering this procedure to review their diet and fitness choices and consider their goals. Being physically healthy and at a stable weight are two key requirements for liposuction surgery. Physical health includes exercising regularly – even if exercise entails going for a 30 minute walk around the neighborhood – and eating right. Patients who smoke need to quit well in advance of their procedure.

REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS

Sometimes, people considering liposuction will have expectations that go beyond what the procedure is able to achieve. Liposuction can achieve dramatic body contouring results – that’s why it remains a top cosmetic surgery procedure year in and year out – but no surgery is going to make you look “perfect.” If you live a healthy lifestyle but still have some nagging pockets of fat, chances are good that liposuction can help you.

FOCUS ON BODY CONTOUR

Everyone has a thing or two they’d like to change about how they look. If you’re not happy with your body shape, it’s worth a visit to a qualified plastic surgeon. Skilled surgeons understand that physical cosmetic changes go beyond just how you look and also can have a positive impact on your self image. If you seek targeted improvement of your body contour, not a quick way to lose weight, then you’re probably a good candidate for liposuction.