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Your VASER liposuction may sometimes be performed under local anaesthetic, allowing you to stay awake while your treatment area is numbed. You may also receive sedation to help you feel relaxed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The aim of local anaesthetic is to control surgical pain, although you may still notice pressure, movement or vibration. Your surgeon will decide whether local anaesthetic is suitable for you based on your treatment and overall health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can VASER Liposuction Really Be Performed While You Are Awake?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yes, your VASER liposuction can sometimes be performed while you remain awake under local anaesthetic. Your surgeon will decide whether this is suitable based on the size and number of areas being treated and your individual circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The use of VASER technology does not determine the anaesthetic approach by itself. More extensive treatment may require a different anaesthetic plan to keep you comfortable and safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Does Local Anaesthetic Actually Do?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your local anaesthetic is intended to block pain signals in the treated area while you remain awake. You may still feel pressure, movement or vibration, but you should not be expected to tolerate sharp or increasing pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your surgical team will check that your treatment area is properly numb before the procedure starts. If you feel pain at any point, you should tell your team so they can address it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is Tumescent Local Anaesthesia?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tumescent local anaesthesia involves infiltrating a large volume of dilute local anaesthetic solution into the fatty layer before liposuction. The fluid helps numb and expand the treatment area and may also contain adrenaline to constrict small blood vessels and help reduce bleeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your exact solution and anaesthetic dose are calculated for you based on your procedure. Your VASER treatment also involves preparing the tissues with a suitable fluid before the ultrasound-assisted fat removal begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Evidence Note<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tumescent anaesthesia uses a dilute local anaesthetic solution over a relatively large treatment area. Research shows that local anaesthetic can be absorbed gradually, with systemic absorption continuing for many hours after infiltration. This is why the total dose and infiltration volume should be calculated and recorded for your individual procedure, particularly when larger treatment areas or additional medicines are involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Happens Before Awake VASER Treatment Starts?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your surgeon will review your treatment plan and mark the areas to be treated before your procedure. Your team will also check your medical history, medicines and allergies and confirm the type of anaesthetic planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your local anaesthetic may be used alone or with sedation, depending on your procedure. Your team will monitor you throughout and make sure you are positioned safely before the numbing process begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Does the Local Anaesthetic Injection Feel Like?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The local anaesthetic infiltration may cause a brief stinging or burning sensation before the treated area becomes numb. As more fluid is introduced, you may also feel pressure, fullness or tightness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your surgeon will give the anaesthetic time to work and check that your area is sufficiently numb before continuing. If you still feel pain or sensitivity, tell your surgical team so they can assess whether more anaesthetic is needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Does the VASER Ultrasound Stage Feel Like?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once the treated area is adequately numbed, you should not be expected to tolerate sharp surgical pain during the VASER stage. You may still notice vibration, movement or pressure as the probe passes beneath your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your experience can vary depending on how comfortable you are with being awake during treatment. If any sensation becomes painful or difficult to tolerate, tell your surgical team so they can respond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Does the Fat Removal Stage Feel Like?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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During the fat-removal stage, a small cannula moves beneath your skin to remove the treated fat. The area should be numb, but you may still notice pressure, movement or your body shifting slightly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You should not be expected to simply tolerate sharp or increasing pain. If you feel pain, tell your surgeon so your team can check the area and decide whether you need more anaesthetic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Will You See or Hear Everything Happening?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Being awake does not mean that you will see the procedure. Surgical drapes will usually limit your view, although you may hear conversations and equipment while your treatment is taking place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If sedation is used, how awake or drowsy you feel can vary depending on the type and depth of sedation. Your awareness and memory of the procedure may also vary. If hearing or being aware of the procedure makes you anxious, tell your surgical team before your treatment so they can discuss the options with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Should Awake VASER Liposuction Hurt?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your local anaesthetic is intended to prevent surgical pain, so you should not be expected to tolerate significant pain during awake VASER. You may still feel pressure, movement, pulling, vibration or tightness, which is different from sharp pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your experience can vary from person to person, so it is better to expect some sensations rather than no feeling at all. If you feel sharp or increasing pain, tell your surgical team immediately so they can assess the area and adjust your anaesthetic if appropriate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is Sedation the Same as Local Anaesthetic?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

No. Local anaesthetic numbs the area being treated, while sedation medicines reduce anxiety and awareness to varying degrees. Depending on the type and depth of sedation, you may feel relaxed or drowsy and your memory of the procedure may be reduced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your experience can therefore vary depending on whether you have local anaesthetic alone or local anaesthetic with sedation. Your surgical team should explain exactly what is planned and what you will need to do afterwards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clinical Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are having sedation as well as local anaesthetic, ask your team exactly what type of sedation is planned and what you need to do before the procedure. Follow the clinic’s eating and drinking instructions carefully, as requirements can differ depending on the depth of sedation and your individual circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sedation can continue to affect your judgement, coordination and memory after you leave the clinic. If you have sedation, arrange for a responsible adult to take you home and stay with you overnight. You should not drive, operate machinery, return to work, make important decisions or care for dependants for 24 hours after sedation. Always follow the specific discharge instructions given by your surgical or anaesthetic team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Local Anaesthetic, Sedation or General Anaesthetic: What Is the Difference?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Anaesthetic approach<\/strong><\/td>What you may experience<\/strong><\/td>When it may be considered<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
Local anaesthetic alone<\/td>You remain awake while the treatment area is numbed; pressure or movement may still be noticeable<\/td>May be suitable for selected procedures when the treatment extent, expected procedure length and local anaesthetic requirements are appropriate<\/td><\/tr>
Local anaesthetic with sedation<\/td>The area is numbed and you may feel relaxed or drowsy; awareness and memory can vary<\/td>May be considered when additional relaxation is appropriate<\/td><\/tr>
General anaesthetic<\/td>You are unconscious during the procedure<\/td>May be considered for more extensive, longer or otherwise unsuitable procedures<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Who May Be Suitable for VASER Under Local Anaesthetic?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Local anaesthetic may be considered when the planned treatment extent, expected procedure length and total anaesthetic requirements make an awake approach appropriate. Your surgeon will also consider your health, medicines, previous anaesthetic experiences and how comfortable you are with remaining awake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your comfort with remaining awake is also important. If you feel very anxious about surgery or bodily sensations, you should discuss this with your surgeon before choosing an awake approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When Might General Anaesthesia Be More Appropriate?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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General anaesthesia may be considered if you are having more extensive VASER treatment, several areas treated or a longer procedure. Your surgeon will also consider how much local anaesthetic would be needed and whether you are comfortable remaining awake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your anaesthetic choice will depend on your procedure and individual circumstances. Your surgeon should explain why a particular approach is recommended for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Is Safety Managed During Awake Treatment?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Awake VASER is still a surgical procedure, so your safety depends on careful planning, appropriate anaesthetic dosing and monitoring throughout treatment. Your surgical team should also know about any medicines, supplements or previous reactions you have had.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Your anaesthetic dose is calculated carefully:<\/strong> The amount used should be based on your procedure and individual circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. You are monitored during treatment:<\/strong> Your team should keep an eye on your comfort and overall condition throughout the procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Your medical history is reviewed:<\/strong> Tell your team about your medicines, allergies and any previous anaesthetic problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Your comfort is checked regularly:<\/strong> If you feel pain, dizziness or anything unusual, you should tell your surgical team straight away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your surgeon should explain how you will be monitored and what will happen if you become uncomfortable. Understanding these safety measures can help you know what to expect before your procedure begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When Should You Seek Urgent Help After Local Anaesthetic or Sedation?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Serious reactions to local anaesthetic are uncommon, but tumescent anaesthetic can continue to be absorbed for several hours after the procedure. You should seek prompt medical advice if you develop unusual symptoms such as severe dizziness, ringing in your ears, a metallic taste, numbness or tingling around your mouth, marked confusion or muscle twitching after treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you develop a seizure, severe breathing difficulty or collapse, call 999 immediately. Your surgical team should also give you clear written instructions about who to contact if you feel unexpectedly unwell after you leave the clinic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Research Insight<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A 2021 observational series reported outcomes from 9,002 consecutive patients who underwent liposuction using tumescent local anaesthesia with the same surgical team. The study reported no fatal complications and 19 adverse events that required closer follow-up or intervention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, this type of study does not prove that local anaesthesia is safer for every patient or every liposuction procedure, and it was not specifically a study of VASER treatment. The appropriate anaesthetic plan still depends on the extent of surgery, your health, the clinical team and appropriate monitoring rather than simply choosing to remain awake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Happens Immediately After Awake VASER Liposuction?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

After your awake VASER, your incisions will be dressed and your compression garment fitted according to your surgeon\u2019s instructions. You can still expect swelling, bruising, tenderness and tightness as your body begins to heal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have local anaesthetic without sedation, you may avoid some of the drowsiness associated with general anaesthesia. However, your surgery still requires recovery time, and you can still experience swelling, bruising and tenderness. If you also had sedation, you may feel drowsy, so follow your surgeon\u2019s advice about walking, driving, medication and compression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is Recovery Faster After Local Anaesthetic?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your recovery may feel different after local anaesthetic because you have not been unconscious under a general anaesthetic. However, your treated tissues still need time to heal, so you can still experience swelling, bruising and temporary changes in sensation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your recovery time depends on the size of your treatment, your work and how your body heals. Your local anaesthetic does not mean you will have no downtime, so you should follow your surgeon\u2019s recovery advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Should You Ask Before Choosing Awake VASER?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Your key question is whether awake VASER is suitable for the specific treatment you are planning. Ask which areas can be treated, how long your procedure is expected to take and whether local anaesthetic alone or sedation will be used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your surgeon should also explain what you may feel and what happens if you become uncomfortable during treatment. Ask about your compression, activity restrictions, wound care and follow-up so you understand your full recovery plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth vs Fact<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth<\/strong><\/td>Fact<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
Being awake means you will feel the whole procedure.<\/td>Local anaesthetic is intended to control surgical pain, although you may still feel pressure, movement or vibration.<\/td><\/tr>
Local anaesthetic is suitable for every VASER procedure.<\/td>Suitability depends on the treatment extent, expected procedure length, anaesthetic requirements and your individual circumstances. More extensive procedures may require a different anaesthetic approach.<\/td><\/tr>
Sedation and local anaesthetic are the same thing.<\/td>Local anaesthetic controls pain in the treated area, while sedation affects relaxation, awareness and drowsiness.<\/td><\/tr>
Sedation always means you will remember the whole procedure.<\/td>Your level of awareness and memory can vary depending on the depth of sedation used.<\/td><\/tr>
Awake VASER means there is almost no recovery afterwards.<\/td>You still need to recover from liposuction itself, including swelling, bruising, tenderness and tissue healing.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. VASER liposuction can sometimes be performed under local anaesthetic while you remain awake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Whether local anaesthetic alone is suitable depends on the treatment extent, expected procedure length, anaesthetic requirements and your individual circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. You may still feel pressure, movement, vibration or pulling even when surgical pain is controlled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Sedation is different from local anaesthetic and can affect your awareness, memory and recovery afterwards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Tumescent local anaesthetic doses need to be calculated carefully for your individual procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. More extensive or longer procedures may require a different anaesthetic approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Awake treatment does not mean that liposuction has no downtime or recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Your surgeon should explain which anaesthetic is planned, why it is suitable and what you should expect before and after treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Can you have VASER liposuction under local anaesthetic?<\/strong>
Yes, some VASER liposuction procedures can be performed under local anaesthetic while you remain awake. Your suitability depends on the treatment extent, expected procedure length, anaesthetic requirements and your individual circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. What does awake VASER liposuction feel like?<\/strong>
Local anaesthetic is intended to control surgical pain, but you may still notice pressure, movement, pulling or vibration. The exact experience varies between patients, and you should tell your surgical team if you feel sharp or increasing pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Does local anaesthetic make you completely numb during VASER?<\/strong>
Local anaesthetic blocks pain from the treated area but does not necessarily remove every sensation. You may still feel pressure or movement while remaining awake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. What does the local anaesthetic injection feel like?<\/strong>
The initial injections may cause brief stinging or burning before the area becomes numb. You may then feel pressure or fullness as the anaesthetic is infiltrated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Is sedation used with awake VASER liposuction?<\/strong>
It can be, although local anaesthetic and sedation serve different purposes. Sedation can make you feel calmer and drowsier while local anaesthetic controls pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Who may be suitable for VASER under local anaesthetic?<\/strong>
Local anaesthetic may be considered when the planned procedure can be performed safely and comfortably while you remain awake. Your overall health, treatment extent, anaesthetic requirements and comfort with an awake procedure will all be considered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. When might general anaesthetic be more appropriate?<\/strong>
General anaesthetic may be considered for more extensive liposuction, multiple treatment areas or longer procedures. Your surgeon will recommend the approach based on your individual procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Is awake VASER liposuction safe?<\/strong>
Awake treatment still involves surgery and requires appropriate patient selection, anaesthetic dosing, monitoring and aftercare. Your surgeon should explain how your safety will be managed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Is recovery faster after VASER under local anaesthetic?<\/strong>
You may feel different immediately after local anaesthetic because you have not been unconscious, but your treated tissues still need to heal. Swelling, bruising and tenderness can still occur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. What should you ask before choosing awake VASER liposuction?<\/strong>
Ask which areas can be treated, whether sedation will be used, what you may feel during the procedure and what happens if you become uncomfortable. You should also understand your expected recovery and aftercare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Final Thoughts: VASER Liposuction Under Local Anaesthetic<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

VASER liposuction can sometimes be performed under local anaesthetic, allowing you to remain awake while the treated area is numbed. You may still notice pressure, movement or vibration, but you should not simply accept significant pain during the procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re thinking about VASER lipo in London<\/a>, you can get in touch with us at the London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

References:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Klein, J.A. and Jeske, D.R. (2016). \u2018Estimated Maximal Safe Dosages of Tumescent Lidocaine\u2019. Anesthesia & Analgesia, 122(5), pp. 1350\u20131359. Available at: https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/26895001\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Boeni, R. and Waechter-Gniadek, P.V. (2021). \u2018Safety of Tumescent Liposuction Under Local Anesthesia in 9,002 Consecutive Patients\u2019. Dermatologic Surgery, 47(5), pp. e184\u2013e187. Available at: https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/33899793\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Marwah, S. and Handa, A. (2024). \u2018Ultrasound-Assisted Chin Liposuction under Local Anesthesia: An Effective Tool for Facial Slimming in Indian Population\u2019. Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery, 57(6), pp. 510\u2013514. Available at: https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11679186\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Habbema, L. (2010). \u2018Efficacy of tumescent local anesthesia with variable lidocaine concentration in 3430 consecutive cases of liposuction\u2019. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 62(6), pp. 988\u2013994. Available at: https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0190962209011517<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Bajwa, M.S., Bashir, M.M., Bajwa, M.H., Iqbal, Z., Salahuddin, M.A., Hussain, A. and Shahzad, F. (2023). \u2018How long to wait after local infiltration anaesthesia: systematic review\u2019. BJS Open, 7(5), zrad089. Available at: https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/bjsopen\/article\/7\/5\/zrad089\/7284996<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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