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Is Water Assisted Liposuction As Effective As Smart Lipo?

asked 2 years ago by sharlysmom in hawaii
Latest answer by Stephen A. Goldstein, MD
Question viewed 2,376 times
Tags: fat reduction, liposuction alternative

I am scheduled to receive Water Assisted Liposuction and the Smart Lipo to help retract the skin.

Is the WAL (Water Assisted Liposuction) as effective as doing just the Smart Lipo? I can't find anyone who has had this procedure

5 answers to Is Water Assisted Liposuction As Effective As Smart Lipo?

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The most important factor is the surgeon holding the instruments

Today, there are numerous types of liposuction body contouring procedures. Unfortunately, there is a tremendous amount of marketing hype and over-salesmanship. The most important factor is the person holding the instruments. I would strongly advise you to see a board certified/eligible plastic surgeon who is experienced in body contouring. Look at his/her credentials, experience, and outcomes. It would be advisable to talk to references. Do your homework! I hope you find this helpful.... more
Stephen A. Goldstein, MD

Englewood Plastic Surgeon
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I agree with the first answer.

 The names and types of liposuction are marketing tools. The skill and experience of the surgeon gives the best result: not a clever name to sell hype.
Toby Mayer, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Too many choices

There is no advantage to Smart lipo or Jet lipo. The only advantage you should look for is an experienced and "smart" board certified plastic surgeon. It is not the wand but the magician that will make the difference. All the rest is hype and marketing.
Leslie H. Stevens, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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Liposuction

The question of the year! Every few years, companies introduce a new liposuction technology touting it as the latest and greatest. In short, all of the liposuction technologies follow the same basic premise; introducing a wetting solution to help control bleeding and allow for easier extraction of fat cells and mechanical removal of fat cells from the body. I tell people to focus on the magician rather than the magic wand. That is, find a plastic surgeon who comes highly recommended and... more
Elan B. Singer, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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