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Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction)

Dr Ivan Puah, medical director of Amaris B. Clinic, is one of the medical providers in Singapore to perform minimally invasive Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction) since 2005. It is a useful body contouring procedure to help affected individuals who have issues getting rid of fat resistant to diet and exercise.

What is Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction)?

Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction), carried out by Dr Ivan Puah, is a minimally invasive laser-assisted liposuction that breaks down the fat cells into liquified fat, which is then removed through suction. Apart from melting fat, laser energy also stimulates collagen production via tissue coagulation and helps to break the septa bands that cause fat accumulation and skin dimpling.

Are there different types of laserlipolysis?

Yes, there are two types: Non-invasive and minimally invasive.

Non-invasive laser lipolysis
Non-invasive laser lipolysis is used in non-medical settings such as medispa and is performed by a therapist. An applicator will be applied to the part of your body that requires fat reduction, and multiple treatments are usually needed.

Examples of non-invasive laser lipolysis include SculpSure and Strawberry Laser Lipo.

Minimally-invasive Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction)
Minimally-invasive Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction) requires an accredited MOH liposuction doctor who has received surgical training in this procedure to perform it. It is a one-time procedure carried out in an operating theatre. The doctor will be assisted by an anaesthestist and trained surgical personnel during the procedure. Fat is melted via laser energy delivered internally to the fat layers. The melted fat will then be removed via suction.

SmartLipo and Smartlipo Triplex are the two types of minimally-invasive laserlipolysis currently offered by medical practitioners.

As laser lipolysis comes in non-invasive and minimally invasive forms, always ask your service provider what they offer, as the results will be vastly different.

How does Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction) work?

Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction), is minimally invasive and is performed under local anaesthesia in an accredited Day Surgery Center. The patient will be under twilight sedation (not GA), and our anaesthetist will take care of the patient throughout the procedure, ensuring the patient is comfortable. Dr Ivan Puah will make tiny incisions on the marked areas to allow infiltration of the anaesthetic fluid into the area.

An optic fibre with laser light is then inserted through a micro-cannula into the fat layers to melt the fat tissues. Finally, the liquefied fat is removed via suction.

Which areas can Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction) treat?

Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction) is ideal for removing pockets of fat from the face, neck, under chin, waist, stomach, upper back, thighs, hips, arms, knees, calves and ankles.

How long will the treatment take?

Depending on the number of areas to be treated, Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction) generally takes between 1 to 1.5 hours.

How long will results last? Is the result permanent?

Results achieved from Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction) are long lasting as long as a sensible diet and exercise are maintained to avoid future weight gain. Another beauty of this procedure is that skin contraction is initiated as the laser releases heat during the process, hence you can see improvement in skin tightening and firming following that.

Suitable candidates for Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction)

Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction) performed by Dr Ivan Puah is a customised procedure. We recognise that not one body is the same, and the surgical approach is based on you and your body shape. You may be a suitable candidate if:

• You are in good psychological health and with no other underlying medical conditions.

• You have a realistic expectation of what can or cannot be achieved.

• Your objective is to improve your body contours that fail to respond to dieting or exercise.

Who is not suitable for Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction)?

Women who are pregnant or are currently breastfeeding and those with pre-existing health conditions and medical issues.

Will I be uncomfortable during treatment?

Our anaesthetist will administer twilight sedation (not GA) for you during the procedure. Rest assured, the anaesthetist will take care of you throughout the process, ensuring that you are comfortable and safe.

Is Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction) for weight loss?

No. This is a surgical procedure that is meant to correct disproportionate body shape. It is not a weight loss tool or solution for obesity. If your objective is to lose weight, you can consider our weight management programme.

What is the result difference between Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction) vs Cryolipolysis (Fat Freeze)?

Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction), being minimally invasive, works directly on the subcutaneous fat tissues, melting the unwanted fat with laser energy before the doctor removes it via suction.

Fat Freezing, just like non-invasive laser lipolysis, is a non-invasive fat reduction treatment. The specifications of the Fat Freezing machine will determine how well the fat responds to fat freeze. It is important to note the differences between a medical-grade Fat Freezing machine and a salon-grade Fat Freezing machine.

In most optimum cases, 20 to 24% localised fat loss can be obtained with Fat Freezing. However, there are also cases whereby patients do not respond to fat reduction with cryolipolysis despite multiple treatments.

How much does Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction) cost in Singapore?

Costs of Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction) vary between different practices, depending on the doctor’s experience in performing this procedure, the treatment area and the patient's clinical condition. It is important to note that doctors who provide surgical Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction) must complete the required surgical training.

Side effects of Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction)

Minor swelling, bruising or tenderness may take a few days to a week to diminish.

How long after Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction) can I exercise?

Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction) does not limit your daily activities. However, please refrain from strenuous exercises for the first 1 to 2 weeks.

Starting activities too soon after surgery may jeopardise your wound healing and delay your post-op recovery.

Abstain from all water activities, sauna, hot tub and spa till stitches are removed. You will be advised on when to resume exercise during your follow-up visit.

Does Amaris B. provide aftercare treatments?

At Amaris B. Clinic, aftercare significantly assists you with faster recovery and ensures optimum results. We have curated a bespoke aftercare program designed to help you with the healing process, such as manual lymphatic drainage massages, skin firming and many others.

Who offers Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction) in Singapore?

Dr Ivan Puah was among the first three doctors in Singapore to provide Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction) back in 2005. He has undergone laser-assisted liposuction training in Italy and is certified to perform this procedure.

Dr Ivan Puah is an accredited liposuction doctor in Singapore with over 17 years of body sculpting experience. He has completed fundamental and advanced body sculpting surgical training conducted by Dr John Millard and Dr Alfredo Hoyos. These two plastic surgeons were the ones who developed *VASER (an acronym for Vibration Amplification of Sound Energy at Resonance) liposuction, a liposuction technique with the assistance of ultrasound waves, to break up and liquefy fat cells, making them for easier extraction.

Dr Ivan Puah is certified to perform *VASER liposuction, having completed his liposuction training in the United States and Argentina. He is the Chairman of Lipo Peer Review Committee in Singapore and has developed two proprietary surgical approaches: 360° Glandular Tissue Dissection (360°GTD®) technique for gynecomastia surgery and MDC-Sculpt® Lipo technique for liposuction.

Is Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction) worth it?

Wanting to proceed with Laserlipolysis (Laser Liposuction) is a personal decision. It is a practical and permanent solution to remove fat that does not respond to exercise and diet.

If you have tried various methods of losing fat in a specific area but are not achieving the result that you yearn for, we recommend that you come for a consultation and assessment to understand whether or not you are suited to the procedure.

We welcome you to call us and schedule a consultation with Dr Ivan Puah to understand how we can help you achieve a more defined physique.

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