Vaser Liposuction

What Areas Can Be Treated with Vaser Liposuction?

Vaser Lipo is versatile and effective for targeting several common problem areas where fat tends to accumulate. These include:

• Upper and lower abdomen

• Inner and outer thighs

• Love handles (flanks)

• Buttocks

• Double chin and neck

• Chest (including male breast tissue or gynecomastia)

• Upper arms (commonly referred to as “bingo wings”)

• Lower back

• Calves, knees, and ankles

Thanks to its precision, Vaser Liposuction can be used on both large and small areas, allowing for a comprehensive body contouring experience—all in a single procedure. This makes it especially appealing for patients who want full-body sculpting without undergoing multiple surgeries.

The Vaser Liposuction Procedure: What to Expect

The Vaser Liposuction process begins with a thorough consultation at our London clinic. Our experienced medical team will assess your health, discuss your aesthetic goals, and determine whether this procedure is right for you.

On the day of your treatment, a local anaesthetic will be applied to the target areas to keep you comfortable and pain-free throughout. For more extensive cases, general anaesthesia may be considered.

Once the area is numbed and sterilised, your surgeon will make a small incision—strategically placed in natural skin creases to minimise visible scarring. A thin tube, called a cannula, is then inserted. This cannula is connected to a Vaser ultrasound device, which gently emits sound waves to break down the surrounding fat cells. The liquefied fat is then suctioned out with precision, allowing your surgeon to sculpt the area with incredible accuracy.

Not only does Vaser Lipo remove fat, but it also stimulates collagen production and tightens the surrounding skin, helping to enhance tone and definition. Once the fat has been removed, your incisions will be closed with dissolvable stitches, and a compression garment will be fitted to support healing and reduce swelling.

Recovery After Vaser Liposuction

Vaser Liposuction is designed to minimise downtime, allowing most patients to resume normal activities within a week. While individual healing times may vary, many clients begin to feel more like themselves just 2–3 days after surgery.

You can expect some fluid drainage from the incision sites during the first 48 hours. Mild discomfort, bruising, or tenderness in the treated areas is normal and typically well managed with prescribed pain relief. Swelling may take several weeks to fully subside, with your final results becoming visible after about two to three months.

Wearing your compression garment as instructed is crucial—it not only supports the healing process but also helps achieve optimal contouring. While light movement is encouraged, strenuous activities and heavy exercise should be avoided for at least 10 days or as directed by your surgeon.

Benefits of Choosing Vaser Liposuction

Vaser Lipo offers several advantages over traditional fat removal techniques. These include:

• Minimally invasive procedure: Reduced trauma to surrounding tissues means less pain, minimal bleeding, and lower risk of complications. 
• Targeted fat removal: Ideal for sculpting and defining stubborn areas that don’t respond to lifestyle changes. 
• Permanent results: Once the fat cells are removed, they don’t come back. If weight is gained later, it distributes more evenly. 
• Multiple areas treated at once: You can address several problem areas in a single session, eliminating the need for separate procedures. 
• Improved skin tightening: Ultrasound energy stimulates collagen production, leading to better skin tone post-treatment. 
• Faster recovery: Most patients return to normal routines quickly, with minimal disruption to daily life. 
• Local anaesthesia: Many cases are performed without the need for general anaesthesia, reducing associated risks. 

Looking for a subtle yet effective alternative? Learn more about our non-surgical body treatments that complement or enhance your liposuction results.

Are There Risks Involved?

While Vaser Liposuction is considered safe and has a lower risk profile than traditional liposuction, it is still a surgical procedure and should be approached with care. Possible side effects include:

• Mild bruising and swelling 
• Temporary numbness or sensitivity 
• Fluid build-up (which may be drained if necessary) 
• Skin irregularities or contour asymmetries 
• Scarring at incision sites (usually minimal and fades over time) 

Rare complications include infection, prolonged numbness, or uneven results. Our highly trained surgical team at London Private Hospital takes every precaution to ensure your safety, including pre-operative assessments, sterile techniques, and comprehensive aftercare support.

Take the first step towards your transformation

Book your consultation today and discover whether Vaser Liposuction is the right choice for your body goals.