Question 1

How long does the recovery phase take?

Accepted Answer

The recovery has become a lot quicker in comparison to traditional liposuction. Most patients can resume their normal activities almost right away, although it is recommended to be careful until your body has healed. It is not recommended to do any strenuous activity until the surgeon gives you the all clear. The patient must also wear a compression garment for 1 to 2 weeks. Minor swelling subsides usually up to 2 weeks after the procedure and swelling for 2 weeks to 2 months. The healing process varies per individual but most patients report only some slight discomfort within 1 to 2 days after the procedure and may require pain killer medications.

Question 2

What does the procedure involve?

Accepted Answer

Tumescent liposuction of the abdomen is the safest and a less invasive technique than the traditional liposuction. It is the most common method for removing fat around the stomach. “Tumescent” means that large amounts of buffered salt water is injected into fatty tissue beneath the skin. The cosmetic surgeon will make incisions in the area to be treated and insert a cannula to remove the excess fat from the abdominal region.

A stiff wand at the end of the cannula will be moved back and forth to loosen fat. It is meant to shape the abdomen and is also suitable to remove stubborn fats that won’t go away through diet and exercise. The procedure takes between 45 minutes to 2 hours with a recovery time of up to 2 weeks. The patient will be bandaged after the treatment. The full effect is seen 6 to 12 weeks after the procedure is performed.

Question 3

Who is suitable for abdominal liposuction?

Accepted Answer

It is important to note that liposuction is not a weight-loss solution. The excellent candidates for stomach liposuction are those who have been working out and on a diet. Patients must have good muscle tone and elastic skin to get great results. What stomach liposuction won’t do is to fix a bulging stomach that’s caused by weakness in the abdominal wall, and it won’t tighten loose skin. For toning and flattening the abdominal area, liposuction is sometimes combined with abdominoplasty (tummy tuck).

Question 4

What are the benefits of getting this procedure done?

Accepted Answer

There are  numerous benefits of liposuction of the abdomen. nnFat deposits removal  nReduces cellulite nBoost self-confidencenImproved Overall HealthnEnhanced contours through sculptingnSafe and effective treatment

Question 5

What is the difference between tummy tuck and abdominal liposuction?

Accepted Answer

If you are wanting a defined abdomen, both stomach liposuction and tummy tuck are good options for you. However, the tummy tuck works differently than the abdominal liposuction. It’s aim is to remove excess skin and to tighten your abdominal muscles. With Vaser liposuction we can avoid the need for a tummy tuck in some cases. The results depend on the person and its best to see your doctor to see if you are the right candidate.

Question 6

What to expect after stomach liposuction?

Accepted Answer

Given the fact that the tumescent fluid used in abdominal liposuction can stay in the body for a maximum of 18 hours, most patients will not have to take any strong pain medication. However, if you experience massive pain, we recommend contacting the clinic immediately for advice. The majority of patients will normally experience some minor swelling. Good hygiene is essential after the procedure to avoid infection and further complications. Patients are recommended to shower 1x a day using an antiseptic wash starting the day after the liposuction. Lastly, the patient must arrange a ride home as the  anaesthetic can remain in the body for some hours.

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