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Joseph Perlman, MD answers: Is Vaser Lipo better than Smart Lipo?

Is the Vaser lipo better than the Smart lipo system?  Can someone tell me what's the difference and what type usually works best for getting rid of fat around the belly and chest?


Joseph Perlman, MD
4 months ago

I have used both Smart Lipo and VASER.  Both accomplish the same end i.e. emulsifying fat cells to make them easier to remove.  I routinely use VASER because I've had good results with this process.  Smart Lipo uses laser light which converts the heat to melt the fat and VASER uses ultrasonic sound waves which converts to heat to melt the fat.  Both procedures are useful in areas where fat is more difficult to remove because it tends to be more fibrous.  These include the back, and saddlebag area as well as the chest on men being treated for gynecomastia.  They are also useful when performing large volume liposuction.  Both theoretically reduce bleeding which means that there will be less bruising, swelling, and pain, and faster healing.  I believe that the VASER causes less damage to the sensory nerves in the area being treated which is the main reason why I use it.

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