Difference Between Vaser Lipo and Ultrasonic Lipo?

Hi RAD, First there was SUCTION ASSISTED LIPOPLASTY (SAL), which later became known as LIPOSUCTION. When we ALL began using tumescent solution (filling the fat with an anesthetic solution containing adrenaline to minimize blood loss), liposuction became kown as TUMESCENT LIPOSUCTION. These days the term is mostly used for liposuction done only under sedation/local (even though tumescent solution is used with all liposuction). After the introduction of ultrasound energy to break up fat cells... more

Vaser is a type of ultrasound assisted liposuction. The Vaser equipment is made by Sound Surgical in Colorado and you can read about it on their website, www.vaser.com. Their equipment is designed differently than other ultrasound assisted lipo systems. They tout less pain, less swelling, less bruising, and smoother results. They also tout quicker recovery. I believe there is some validity to their claims and have used Vaser for many years.