Cheap Liposuction Surgery
Liposuction is a growing trend. There are many types of procedures both invasive and non-invasive. Typically, the more effective treatments are more invasive and, thus, more expensive. For trouble areas such as ankles, thighs and neck Vaser Liposuction has been gaining popularity as an inexpensive alternative.
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Liposuction Basics
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A plastic surgeon performs liposuction in variety of ways, but the most common method involves administering local anesthesia, liquifying the fat cells with either solution or ultrasound waves, making incisions in the body for the cannula (tube), and sucking the fat cells out of the body. There is a period of recovery varying between two to three weeks and a patient must wear a compression garment for the first two to four weeks. This traditional method of liposuction is both expensive and painful.
Vaser Liposuction
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Vaser liposuction is a less expensive alternative for people looking to reduce some fat cells in problem areas. It is in no way a means of losing 50 lbs. of fat. Many people are in and out the same day with minimal recovery time involving minor discomfort and minimal bruising. A plastic surgeon administers a saline solution to the patient then liquifies fat cells by the use of ultrasound waves and sucks them out of the body. Vaser is less invasive than traditional liposuction as the surgeon doesn't make as many incisions during the procedure.
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Risks and Recovery
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Vaser liposuction is less risky because the patient does not undergo a traditional liposuction surgery. Fewer incisions and internal surgery means far fewer risks of infection and scarring. A patients may even be able to return to work the next day. Water retention may cause slight weight gain that should go away when swelling goes down.
Results
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The results of liposuction are permanent. Although weight gain will occur with improper care of the body, that type of weight gain is global, meaning it will happen all over, not simply in the treated area. Liposuction results also vary by procedure. Surgical procedures that are more invasive will result in more fat cells being removed from the body.
Tips and Advice
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Compare costs between surgeons and meet with prospective surgeons. Once you choose a plastic surgeon, follow all the guidelines he gives you. This will most likely involve fasting 24 hours prior to the surgery. Most important, be honest about medical history, drug use (prescribed and recreational), and emotional issues.
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