Auckland, New Zealand (Smile Makeover)
would never have though my teeth could look that good
Auckland, New Zealand (Breast Augmentation)
all spoke good English which was re-assuring and nothing was too much trouble
Hawkes Bay, New Zealand (Tummy Tuck) I'm very pleased already with the result I can see
Auckland, New Zealand (Breast Augmentation) So much better than I had imagined and the hospital was great
Hawkes Bay, New Zealand (Breast Lift, Tummy Tuck, Liposuction)
The hospital - well this was way beyond what I was expecting from the head nurse down to the orderly.
Surgery: Liposelection Time required: 2-3 hours Anaesthesia: General Length of Stay (In Hospital): 2 nights in hospital standard room Follow up: 7-10 days after surgery
Pre Operative Assessment:
You will be asked to stop smoking well in advance of surgery. Also,
Aspirin and certain anti-inflammatory drugs which can cause increased
bleeding.
If you are planning to lose a significant amount of weight, be sure to
tell your plastic surgeon. He or she may recommend that you stabilize
your weight prior to undergoing surgery.
Because of individual physical factors, you will be asked to point out
the exact areas which you would like to see improved. This will help
our surgeon to understand your expectations and determine whether they
can realistically be achieved.
Consultation will be arranged to discuss your medical history. You will be asked to provide completed information about this.
Please avoid food and drink 6-8 hours prior to the operation.
Please prepare and bring support garment yourself for your post operative assessment.
Procedure information and technique
Liposelection only by VASER® is an innovative body sculpting option
that uses patented VASER® technology to break up and permanently remove
unwanted fat, while minimally disturbing other important tissues
critical to an optimal recovery and smooth results
VASER® stands for Vibration Amplification of Sound Energy and Resonance
Traditional surgical fat removal procedures use mechanical avulsion and
suction techniques for fatty tissue removal, (including surrounding
nerves, blood vessels and connective tissue)
The Physician makes a tiny incision in the targeted area and infuses a
saline solution mixed with lidocaine and epinephrine to help shrink
blood vessels and numb the area to be treated
The Physician then inserts a small patented probe that emits ultrasonic
waves to selectively break up fat deposits, leaving important issues
relatively in tact.
Once the fatty tissue is emulsified it can be removed through the small
incision with massage and/or controlled suction designed to be gentle.
Any residual fatty tissue not removed from the body is either absorbed
or smoothly reshaped to the patients contour
VASER Liposelection minimally disrupts blood vessels, connective
tissues and nerves resulting in minimal bruising and low to minimal pain
Physicians report smooth predictable results and tight contours and
success in treating all of the following areas: abdomen, thighs, knees,
buttocks, and hips, back arms, breasts, love handles, chin and neck
areas.
Technique Variations
The amount of fluid that is injected varies depending on the preference
of the surgeon. Also, the time required to perform liposuction may vary
considerably, depending on the size of the area, the amount of fat
being removed, the type of anesthesia and the technique used.
Recovery Time
You may be able to return to work in just a few days. In many
instances, you can resume most of your normal activities within one or
two weeks and begin some form of exercise soon after. The timing of
your recovery depends largely on the extent of your surgery. Healing is
a gradual process. Activity that is more strenuous should be avoided
for about a month as your body continues to heal. It's important to
continue wearing the compression garment.
Risk and Complication
Fortunately, significant complications from liposuction are infrequent.
Every year, many thousands of people have undergone liposuction,
experience no major problems and are pleased with the results.
The subject of risks and potential complications of surgery is best discussed on a personal basis between you and your surgeon.
While numbness of the skin following liposuction is almost always
temporary, it is possible for some lack of sensation to persist or for
skin discoloration to appear in treated areas. Contour irregularities
including depressions or wrinkling of the skin can result in some
patients, but treatments are usually available to help minimize these
problems if they occur.
Risks of General Anaesthesia
The risks of general anaesthesia include human error, unsuspected
inherited hypersensitivity to anaesthetic drugs, accidental overdose of
anaesthesia, any undetected airway disconnection or airway blockage.
General anaesthesia, which increases the risk of vomiting and impairs
protective airway reflexes, can cause aspiration of stomach contents.
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