How Safe is a Vaser Lipo Machine if an Appt Was Canceled Due to Malfunction?

When in doubt, don't. There may be a perfectly straightforward reason the machine was not working, after all, it is only a machine, and machines need maintenance. It is good that the maintenance/repair is being done pre-emptively to make sure it is working well before your surgery. But the comment you made about not meeting the surgeon is a big red flag. When have you not had direct contact with a doctor when you are sick or needing medical care. Perhaps a PA in... more

Your question and statement are quite troubling. Look, any machine can breakdown and need repair. It is unfortunate it happened on your day of surgery. In my 34 years I can say this has happened only a few times. What I do is schedule these patients ASAP to my and their schedules. If it can be done otherwise I offer FULL REFUND! But in your description YOU NEVER MET THE SURGEON! WOW very dangerous!!! ARe you at a Clinic or Marketing Center as a conveyer belt patient? NEVER I say NEVER have... more

VASER is a technology that uses ultrasound energy applied into the fat before liposuction removes the fat. It might help in areas where the fat tissue is more dense like the hips, and might help tighten skin a tiny bit but neither ultrasound or laser is necessary for good results with liposuction. The capabilities and experience of the surgeon are more important. However, VASER has been around for several years and has a good safety record.