Am I Good Candidate for Vaser Lipo?

asked 9 months ago by PerfectMe20 in San Francisco, CA
Latest answer by Robert M. Lowen, MD
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Tags: candidate, exercise resistant, loose skin

I am interested in getting vaser lipo. I have worked extremely hard to lose weight in order to get a flat stomach, instead I was left with lose skin. I stomach is soft after losing 15 pounds. I am frustrated, because I dont know what to do to get a nice flat stomach and back. Would vaser lipo help me get to the next level? I dont need a lot of fat taken out, its more like shaping my body, is lipo what I need?

2 answers to Am I Good Candidate for Vaser Lipo?

Indications for vaser liposuction (or any liposuction)

There must be sufficient subcutaneous fat for any liposuction procedure, whether vaser, laser or classical liposuction to be of benefit. No liposuction technology is of much benefit if the primary problem is loose skin. A small amount of excess fat can be removed if the patient so desires, but loose skin will remain. Skin tightening does not occur to a significant degree, although with laser liposuction and some other technologies a modest degree of skin tightening can occur. The... more

Robert M. Lowen, MD
Bay Area Plastic Surgeon

Vaser Liposuction for a flatter stomach

In general Vaser lipo selection helps to smooth out the abdomen and hips through emulsification of the fat. It requires less force and has been shown in select studies to heal with less bruising. In my experience it works well for someone whom is young and healthy as an adjunct to a great diet and exercise. It really provides a boost or jump start for the physic. It is hard to tell from pictures if the skin is loose. If it is I often recommend considering an... more

Charles Perry, MD
Sacramento Plastic Surgeon

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Am I Good Candidate for Vaser Lipo?

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