Why Liposuction?
Liposuction, or one of its related terms, including liposculpture, lipoplasty, lipocountouring etc, is a popular procedure in many parts of the world. This is for the simple reason that it is able to “sculpt” or shape the body.
There are many different types of liposuction, and all have varying applications, results and side effects.
In Singapore, the most common procedure performed is VASER, or ultrasound assisted liposuction. If the history of liposuction is understood, then one will understand why new techniques like VASER are preferred for their safety and lesser incidence of side effects. As an example of a new generation liposuction technique, VASER utilizes ultrasound to selectively liquefy fats without damaging surrounding nerves and vessels, producing less collateral damage than traditional liposuction techniques.
In addition, because latest techniques are becoming less and less invasive, liposuction has gradually evolved from an inpatient procedure to increasingly being done in the ambulatory/day surgery setting. This minimizing of downtime has made liposuction an increasingly popular procedure.
High Definition Sculpting
In addition to traditional liposuction which usually aims to reduce fat bulk, there are new applications to liposuction, such as VASER Hi-Def sculpting. VASER® – Assisted High Definition LipoSculpture, or VASER Hi Def™, is an advanced body sculpting technique. The procedure creates a sculpted, athletic appearance in males and females by precisely removing both superficial and deep fat around muscle groups in order to enhance the visibility of the underlying musculature. Similar to 3-dimensional sculpting, VASER Hi Def takes into account the shape and form of structures underneath the skin that create body contours. Therefore, the procedure is intended for generally fit men and women who have good muscle tone without excessive amounts of fat or excess skin. The typical patient maintains a healthy lifestyle through diet and exercise, but is unable to achieve the desired definition. The procedure can be performed on multiple body areas including the abdomen, female breast, male chest, back, arms, thighs, buttocks, hips and waist.
There are newer techniques on the horizon such as water jet assisted liposuction, which hold promise. However, patients should always be wary of latest techniques which do not yet have extensive track records and are not completely understood by the medical profession, or are still under study having been in the market for relatively short times.
It is important to remember that liposuction is not a procedure to lose weight, rather, it is used more as a part of a complete weight loss programme to address difficult to treat areas which are resistant to non-surgical weight loss methods.
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Thanks, Simon.
We hope the info is useful for you.
Hi, can u email me more detail about vaser liposuction. how much doues it cost to do tummy, thigh/hip and under arm… how long will it take to recover.. will there be any side effect? do u accept payment by installment? plz email me the full detail tnx..
Hi Farhana,
We are an independent site, aiming to share our experience with our readers, thus, we do not have a comprehensive list of price and the financing plans provided by clinics in Singapore.
Full recovery can take anything from 6 – 18 months, but many of our readers (including ourselves) are have no problems resuming work in less than 1 week.
Hi,
I would like to know the price for vaser liposauction for tummy area.
Hi am confused.. can you tell me what are the diff. between, Liposuction, Liposelection and High Defination Sculpting.
Which one is the best to solve buldging tummy area.. ?
What are the complication that sometime or commonly occurs.?
Which are the best doctor to go and what are the price range like?
Hope to hear from you soon. Thanks
Hi Wai and Jasmine,
We are an independent site, aiming to share our experience with our readers, thus, we do not have a comprehensive list of price and the financing plans provided by clinics in Singapore.
Wai: Common complications are bruising and swelling, as well as scaring.
Jasmine and Wai: Price differs greatly. Be sure to ask if the surgery is performed in approved surgery theatre or the doctor’s office. Many clinics do not provide the cost of post-operative compression garments which is very important as part of the package, because it is very expensive. Do ask for this to be included in the quote.
I would know what is the cost for arm hiposuction? Thanks
Hi Nani,
We are an independent site, aiming to share our experience with our readers.
But from feedbacks, it should be abt $4000, including all medication, garment and post-operation care and follow up.