Modern liposuction is a newer form of liposuction that uses smaller tubes, cannulas and local anaesthesia to remove unwanted subcutaneous fat from the face or the body.
Dr Ivan Puah has over 15 years of body sculpting surgical experience. Being a strong advocate that liposuction is not merely bulk fat removal, but one that involves 30% science and 70% art has inspired him to develop his unique and proprietary surgical approach, the MDC-Sculpt®️ Lipo technique. This novel liposuction method optimises his patient's results and further reduces any possible side effects, bringing modern liposuction to new heights.
Dr Ivan Puah's MDC-Sculpt®️ Lipo technique is a multi-dimensional contouring approach customised to work on each individual's unique body shape, fat distribution and skin laxity. This allows for big volume fat removal and precise sculpting while keeping incision scars to the bare minimum. This approach also improves skin retraction, which was not previously achievable with traditional liposuction. Results from modern liposuction with the MDC-Sculpt®️ Lipo technique are natural and well-shaped.
The MDC-Sculpt®️ Lipo technique is versatile. Dr Ivan Puah adopts this surgical approach and pairs it with improved technologies such as VASER®️ System and SmartLipo®️ System (Laser Lipolysis) to render higher efficacy and better precision.
The versatility of the MDC-Sculpt®️ Lipo technique enables Dr Ivan Puah to perform a comprehensive 360-degree fat removal and sculpting for the common troubled zones such as the abdomen and waists for natural and dramatic results with high patient satisfaction rates.
Both liposuction and modern liposuction accomplish the same objective: to remove excess fat and contour the body.
Dr Ivan Puah's modern liposuction with MDC-Sculpt®️ Lipo technique utilises customised cannulas of varied sizes, smaller suction tubings, involving incisions less than 4mm, and the patient under twilight sedation while the area is anaesthetised locally. He carefully manoeuvres his tools and targets the fat layers multi-dimensionally, sucking out the unwanted fat while sculpting the area and encouraging skin tightening simultaneously.
On the other hand, traditional liposuction incorporates larger tubings and cannulas while the patient is under general anaesthesia. Additionally, the surgeon scrapes and sucks fat tissues by mechanical means may lead to irregular skin contour, pain, bleeding and other complications.
The improved form of modern liposuction decreases the risks and side effects associated with traditional methods.
• Face
• Double Chin
• Arms (Upper Arms)
• Female Breasts (Only Fat Reduction, Not Full Mastectomy)
• Outer and Inner Thighs
• Knees
• Upper and Mid Back
• Muffin Top (Abdomen Or Waist)
• Love Handles (Waist)
• Enlarged Male Breasts (Gynecomastia)
• Pseudogynecomastia
• Calves
• Back
This procedure is suitable for both women and men. Patients who are obese may not be ideal for the procedure. It is not a tool for weight loss. The most suitable candidates are those who maintain an ideal weight range, do not go on yoyo dieting, practice a healthy lifestyle and do not present with any major pre-existing medical conditions.
Depending on the body regions and the number of areas to be treated, the surgery may generally take between 1.5 and 3.5 hours.
Yes, results from this procedure are considered permanent due to the unique nature of the fat cells. Fat removed from the treated area will not grow back.
New fat cells can develop if you gain a considerable amount of weight, such as 10kg. If you gain a small amount of weight, the existing fat cells will merely get bigger from the new fat accumulation. The existing fat cells can shrink when one goes on a diet or exercises the consumed calories away. A healthy lifestyle and weight maintenance are recommended to help your results last.
As the procedure involves suctioning the fat, you can expect immediate visible results. However, post-surgery tissue swelling will set in soon after. Patience is the key to appreciating the full contouring results between 3 and 6 months.
During the consultation, our doctor will discuss in detail with you on the expected results before the procedure and throughout the aftercare appointments.
It is not meant for weight loss but to contour and sculpt your body, removing fat that does not respond to diet and exercise.
If no weight is gained after the liposuction surgery, there will not be any fat build-up in the treated area. Do note that liposuction cannot retard the ageing process. It is natural for the fat pockets to change as one gets older. Nonetheless, the liposuction result will still be evident despite the ageing process.
In Singapore, liposuction is strictly regulated by the Ministry of Health Singapore. Any amount greater than 2 litres removed in a single procedure can result in a higher risk of complications. It is best to stagger the procedure schedule for those who require more fat removal.
Yes, Dr Ivan Puah has treated many new mummies concerned with loose skin and had trouble losing postpartum fat on the tummy and waist. He will assess the degree of your skin laxity, body shape, and presence of scar tissues such as C-sec scars and also stretch marks. He will then discuss in detail how he can help you achieve your desired results. To successfully and effectively treat the abdomen and waist, Dr Ivan Puah will perform a comprehensive 360-degree fat removal and sculpting on these troubled zones. Doing so not only creates a natural curvature with visible results but also assists mummies in tightening loose skin and improving scarring (if any).
Botched liposuction is surprisingly very common and often results from incomplete liposuction (under-correction), with bulges of fat behind, leaving the patient looking more disproportionate than before. Other reasons could be excessive liposuction (overcorrection) that creates unevenness, irregular contouring, and unsightly depressions, causing disfigurement in the treated areas. Large, dark, and dented scars and folds can also result from poorly done liposuction jobs.
Dr Ivan Puah has been performing corrective (revision) surgeries for many such cases over the years, incorporating his proprietary approach to treat these issues. If you are one of the victims of poorly done liposuction surgery, you have a choice not to live with these disfigurements for life.
Donning on a compression garment for a minimum of 6 - 8 weeks will help compress tissue swelling and hasten the recovery.
In general, Dr Ivan Puah's fees are based on his experience, body regions involved, and the complexity of the surgery.
Liposuction is not just about removing unwanted fat. The doctor's skill sets and eyes for aesthetics are vital to creating that desired natural-looking face or body contour. Each face and body part is different and requires experienced hands to sculpt positive cosmetic results.
Other charges include the type of anaesthesia used, hospital or surgical facility costs, medical tests such as blood tests, post-surgery garments, pre and post-medication, etc.
Maintaining an ideal weight and staying active is the best way to keep your liposuction results. Adopt these healthy lifestyle tips by Dr Ivan Puah:
• Eat the rainbows. Include fruits and vegetables from each colour group to get your body's essential nutrients and vitamins.
• Don't eat more than you should. Keep the snacks away when you are working or watching TV. Most often, you eat because you are bored.
• Eat less but eat more protein and healthy carbs.
• Move. Your body burns calories even when you sleep, so move more to burn more!
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.
Wanting to proceed with a cosmetic procedure such as Modern Liposuction With MDC-Sculpt®️ Lipo Technique is personal. It is a practical, permanent, and clinically proven solution to remove fat in bulk and achieve skin tightening, compared to non-surgical fat treatments such as Fat Freezing.
Fat Freezing requires multiple sessions done over more extended periods. The applicator's size also limits the area that can be treated non-surgically.
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.
Dr Ivan Puah is an accredited liposuction doctor in Singapore. He holds the position of Chairman of the Lipo Peer Review Committee and has over 15 years of liposuction, body sculpting and enhancement experience. He obtained fundamental and advanced training in VASER® Lipo and is competent and skilled in performing complex surgeries such as corrective body surgeries (botched liposuction or fat grafting, poorly done gynecomastia, etc) and high-definition VASER® Lipo.
Having trained to perform liposuction is only the beginning. Dr Ivan Puah believes it is crucial to understand and master the technicalities of the procedure, including the potential complications that may arise. To be meticulous in approach, with a detailed overview and foresight capabilities are essential must-haves for a doctor.
Finding the right doctor with an aesthetic sense is essential in achieving the desired outcome in terms of silhouette and true results. A body sculpting procedure is akin to a work of art in progress. The artist's skill, experience, appreciation and understanding of the body aesthetic separate a masterpiece from an average piece of work.