VASER liposuction
VASER liposuction in Scottsdale
Ultrasound energy turns fat to liquid before it is removed, so Dr. G can contour an area while sparing the tissue around it.
Rated 4.9 stars from 47 Google reviews.
Dr. George Armendariz, MD
The Lipo Doc, Scottsdale, Arizona
VASER liposuction uses ultrasound to turn fat cells to liquid, then removes them through a thin cannula with less disruption to nearby nerves, vessels and connective tissue. It is meant for healthy people at or near their goal weight whose fat has not moved with diet and exercise. You pay by the areas treated, and the liposuction package list gives starting figures.
VASER stands for Vibration Amplification of Sound Energy at Resonance. It works best on areas with larger volumes of fat, like the abdomen, thighs and back. The liposuction price list shows the packages.
Dr. George Armendariz. Board certified by the American Board of Independent Medical Examiners.
Seven steps, from first visit to follow-up
Consultation
Dr. G talks through your goals, examines the areas and reviews your medical history, then tells you whether VASER is a good fit.
Preparation
You receive pre-operative instructions on diet and medications, along with advice on arranging help at home after the procedure.
Anesthesia
The anesthesia is chosen for the size of the area and on Dr. G’s recommendation. VASER is typically done under local anesthesia.
Fat liquefaction
A wetting solution goes into the area first to cushion the tissue. The VASER probe then sends ultrasound into the fat, breaking the cell walls so the fat turns to liquid.
Fat removal
Gentle suction through a cannula draws out the liquefied fat while leaving the surrounding structures in place.
Recovery
You go home with instructions for managing discomfort and caring for the incisions. Compression garments are often advised to limit fluid buildup and inflammation.
Follow-up visits
Scheduled checks in the following weeks confirm you are healing well and give you a time to ask questions.
VASER does not replace a balanced diet and regular exercise. A healthy routine after surgery is what keeps the result, and the effect of the procedure differs with body type, the area treated and the amount of fat removed.
Five things to weigh before VASER
Your health, age, habits, weight and expectations all shape whether VASER is right for you.
Health
Surgery calls for good overall health. Diabetes, heart disease or a weak immune system can raise the risk.
Age
There is no set age limit, but older skin is less elastic and heals more slowly, which can lengthen recovery.
Lifestyle
If you already eat well and stay active and still carry fat in certain spots, you may be a strong candidate.
Weight
Reach a weight close to your ideal first. VASER refines your shape; it is not a shortcut to losing pounds.
Expectations
Healing takes time, and so does the final contour. Patience through recovery is part of the plan.
Lipo 360 plus Renuvion, 32 year old femaleAbdomen and flanks
A liposuction result from Dr. G’s practice. Individual results vary.
What ultrasound adds
- Precision
- The energy targets fat cells and largely spares the tissue around them, which typically means less bruising than traditional liposuction.
- Finer contouring
- That control allows more detailed shaping of a specific area, such as the abdomen, thighs, arms, back, or chin and neck.
- Some skin firming
- The ultrasound energy may prompt collagen production, which can firm the skin a little where looseness is a concern.
VASER is a way of refining shape, not of losing weight. It can also be paired with power assisted liposuction (PAL), which loosens fat by vibration instead of ultrasound, and where loose skin is the main concern, Renuvion skin tightening can be added to a package.
I waited three months to write this review so I could see the full results of my leg procedure, and I can confidently say that Dr. G did an amazing job.
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A $200 consultation fee applies to every appointment with Dr. G. It is non-refundable and is credited in full toward any treatment or procedure you schedule.
10250 N. 92nd Street, Suite 110, Scottsdale, AZ 85258