Vaser Liposuction Considerations

asked 3 years ago by ttwaters in FL
Latest answer by Richard Baxter, MD
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I am going in for several consultations next week with different doctors and want to know what qualifications, certifications and training to look for as well as important questions that I should ask so I know which doctor to go to.

How do you select a surgeon for Vaser Lipo and what are the questions to ask in the initial consultation?

5 answers to Vaser Liposuction Considerations

Experienced plastic surgeon with solid artistic skills

Thanks for your question. The Vaser is a form of liposuction that employs pulsed, low level ultrasound to break apart the fat cells. This permits the surgeon to use smaller instrumentation that allows for finer artistic sculpting. Personally, I have been using the Vaser since 2000 and prefer it over standard liposuction techniques for my body contouring procedures. I observe less pain and faster recovery and downtime in our patients. I feel that my surgical outcomes are superior to other... more

Stephen A. Goldstein, MD
Englewood Plastic Surgeon

Choosing a Plastic Surgeon to Perform Vaser Liposuction

VASER liposuction is an ultrasonic liposuction technology which means it uses ultrasonic energy (high-energy sound waves) to emulsify fat. Emulsification turns fat from a solid form into liquid; the liquefied fat is then aspirated using a suction cannula. In my experience, this technique is not only more efficient at fat removal than conventional liposuction, but also more selective (i.e. it disrupts fat cells but not blood vessels, nerves and connective tissue) and as a result it is... more

Michael Law, MD
Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon

There are basic considerations, and some more subtle ones...

Hi there- I think it's important to start with the basics you would check for in any physician- where did they go to school, where did they train, and for how long... The next tier of your research should be a bit more specific to the present goal- Are they board certified? By whom? For this type of procedure I would definitely want my loved ones being operated on by a surgeon Board Certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery. This tells me that they completed a 5-8 year residency train more

Armando Soto, MD
Orlando Plastic Surgeon

Liposuction options: how to decide?

The first thing to keep in mind is that liposuction is surgery, and should be done in an accredited surgical facility. In the interest of patient safety, plastic surgeons decided about 12 years ago to only work in properly accredited facilities, so choosing a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery tells you that not only is the doctor qualified but the place where the procedure is to be done is properly licensed. The most important part of the whole process is the... more

Richard Baxter, MD
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Vaser Liposuction- items to consider

First and foremost, be certain that the surgeon you are consulting with is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Anything less than board certified and you are risking your health and safety. Secondly, I would ask about how many VASER procedures they have done & how experienced they are with this type of liposuction. Ultimately your final results will boil down to your unique goals, and the skill of your surgeon, so it’s important to choose a surgeon with experience in the... more

Scott W. Mosser, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

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