Vaser Hi-Definition Body Sculpting

Liposuction is currently the number one performed surgical procedure in the United States, and possibly in the entire western world. Because of the public demand for perfection and precision and not simply fat removal, a new advanced high definition sculpturing technology was developed to satisfy not just those who seek large amount of permanent fat removal, but also those patients who desire a muscular, defined and chiseled look of their body.

Since we began sculpting the body by fat removal over 30 years ago, the technique (tumescent) and the technology (cannula suctioning) have not advanced significantly until recent years, when, with the advent of revolutionary laser and ultrasonic techniques, the art and science of body sculpting took a major leap forward.

Only the unwanted fat cells are affected, all other cells remain intact, which makes this procedure safe. It does not damage any of the vital structures, such as nerves or blood vessels, in contrast to conventional techniques, which are much more aggressive because the fat is not liquefied prior to removal. The heat of the VASER allows the skin to contract and retract easily after the procedure, thus minimizing the pain and bruising typically associated with traditional liposuction.

VASER liposuction uses the latest generation of ultrasonic technology and is the most advanced method available for safely removing large amounts of unwanted body fat.  Because it selectively targets fat cells, vitals structures such as nerves, blood vessels, muscle tissue remain undisturbed.

The procedure uses advanced ultrasonic wave technology to heat, detach and melt the fat cells to be readily, easily and permanently suctioned out of the body. The result is fast recovery and return to normal activities within a few days, not weeks!

Our Chicago-based surgical team have experienced great success in treating all of the following areas:

• Chin and neck area, including the jowels
• Abdomen, love handles, saddlebags
• Male and female chest/breast regions
• Upper and lower back
• Inner thighs and buttocks
• Arms
• Knees, calves, ankles

Yes, with VASER Liposuction we have treated multiple body areas during a single procedure. Discuss your desired outcome and concerns with us.

Anesthesia is used with the comfort of our patients in mind. The majority of our surgeries are performed using either local anesthesia or regional anesthesia with IV sedation. General anesthesia is rarely required for VASER liposuction.

Cellulite affects almost 50 percent of the female population.  As we age, almost all of us develop some cellulite. With additional application of VASER Smooth, another advanced device from the makers of VASER Lipo, appearance of cellulite can be dramatically improved and in some cases eliminated entirely.

The safety of VASER lipo has been proven in clinical studies all over the world. It has been approved by the FDA since September 2002 as a minimally invasive procedure. However, even though very rare, the medical literature describes the following potential risks, which may include, but not limited to: bruising, swelling, bleeding, burns, scarring, infection, skin contour irregularities, indurations, seromas, lidocaine toxicity and surgical shock. The procedure requires anesthesia, which involves its own risks and the possibility of complications. Other than bruising and short term swelling, to date we have not experienced any other complications in our practice. Our patients and surgeons have been satisfied with the results achieved by VASER liposuction.

If you are frustrated by the resistance of certain body areas to diet and exercise, VASER Liposuction can help. If you are healthy and seeking a fast, safe solution to losing excess fat localized in certain stubborn areas, then VASER Lipo could be your answer. Although there are limits to the amount of fat that can be removed in one session, Dr. Leon Forrester Tcheupdjian MD has been known to remove extreme amounts of fat in multiple procedures. In fact, he has coined the phrase “serial or staged liposuction” to describe theses cases.

Your doctor will discuss with you how much fat can be safely removed during your procedure.

VASER Lipo is the ultrasonic system designed to perform a liposuction procedure with the added benefits of ultrasonic VASER technology. VASER smooth is an additional component of the Vaser Lipo system. Capitalizing on the advancements of ultrasound assisted techniques, VASER smooth probes are specifically designed to emulsify fatty tissue and cut through hardened fibrous connective bands to eliminate unwanted skin dimpling, puckering and contour irregularities of cellulite.

VASER Lipo can be performed in our private boutique surgical suites located in Chicago, Arlington Heights, Oak Brook, and Naperville under local, regional, IV sedation or, in rare cases, under general anesthesia.  You and our staff physicians will together decide what is the best approach to ensure achieving the desired results. At the Liposuction and Cosmetic Surgery Institute of Chicago we pride ourselves in having the most comprehensive and latest Liposuction and cellulite surgery technologies.

Noticeable results vary depending on the amount of fat removed, the number of areas treated, and other factors. Many patients see some results immediately after the procedure with the final results becoming evident in about three months.

Every Vaser Lipo procedure is customized to fit the needs of the patient, so it’s impossible to provide an accurate cost estimate for your procedure without an in-person private consultation with one of our experienced liposuction surgeons. The cost of your treatment will vary depending upon the number of body areas treated and the extent of the desired procedure. Financing is available.

Having performed thousands of liposuction procedures of all methods and having authored numerous publications on liposuction and body contouring, the medical staff of  the Liposuction and Cosmetic Surgery Institute is experienced  and highly respected in the field of body sculpting. Patients throughout Chicagoland and across the country rely on the surgeons of the Liposuction and Cosmetic Surgery Institute for our expertise in all aspects of liposuction surgery, including Smart Lipo (laser assisted liposuction), VASER lipo (ultrasonic liposuction),  VASER high definition liposuction, tumescent liposuction and liposculpture, cellulaze (laser assisted cellulite surgery), Triplex Lipo, wet liposuction, and hydro water jet Liposuction.

“I can not believe after the Vaser Lipo I am able to fit in my favorite jeans again”

-Maria, Chicago

Dr. Leon Forrester Tcheupdjian MD is the founder of the Liposuction and Cosmetic Surgery Institute, which was established in 1982. He authored numerous books and articles, including “Liposuction: The art of body contouring.”