Hello! Currently researching liposuction technique/technology. If the same qualified surgeon offered both liposuction techniques, would one produce greater body contour results? I’m 35yr 5’2” and currently 115lbs. Main goal is to be rid of my lower back/love handles, but am interested in light abdomen contour (if a candidate). I’ve read about the difference in the technology of each technique but would like to know if they achieve the same countering results. Thanks Docs!!
September 3, 2018
Answer: SAFE Lipo Results Very good question. My opinion is that SAFE Lipo can produce the exact same results as Vaser Lipo in regards to overall result and muscle definition/etching. The ability to obtain muscular definition is due to the suctioning, not the use of ultrasound. The ultrasound of Vaser helps to loosen the fat before suctioning. SAFE Lipo uses power assisted lipo to loosen the fat prior to suctioning. The Separation step is performed with a vibrating cannula before the suction is turned on. This loosens the fat making it easier to suction just without ultrasound energy. The etching then comes from the suctioning which is same with either technique. I've used every technique from Smart Lipo to Vaser to SAFE Lipo. None have an easier recovery than the other. My opinion is that a good liposuction surgeon can achieve a good result with any of those three modalities. The advantage of SAFE Lipo is that you remove the risk of any thermal injury to the skin caused by the heat produced by ultrasound or laser. Hopefully this helps in your decision making process.Dr. Smart
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September 3, 2018
Answer: SAFE Lipo Results Very good question. My opinion is that SAFE Lipo can produce the exact same results as Vaser Lipo in regards to overall result and muscle definition/etching. The ability to obtain muscular definition is due to the suctioning, not the use of ultrasound. The ultrasound of Vaser helps to loosen the fat before suctioning. SAFE Lipo uses power assisted lipo to loosen the fat prior to suctioning. The Separation step is performed with a vibrating cannula before the suction is turned on. This loosens the fat making it easier to suction just without ultrasound energy. The etching then comes from the suctioning which is same with either technique. I've used every technique from Smart Lipo to Vaser to SAFE Lipo. None have an easier recovery than the other. My opinion is that a good liposuction surgeon can achieve a good result with any of those three modalities. The advantage of SAFE Lipo is that you remove the risk of any thermal injury to the skin caused by the heat produced by ultrasound or laser. Hopefully this helps in your decision making process.Dr. Smart
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September 3, 2018
Answer: Can SAFElipo produce the same contour results as Vaser Liposuction? Thank you for your question and photos. VASER Hi Def Lipo (VHD) is ultrasound technology that can be applied for deep and superficial fat removal in body sculpting. This technique preserves the blood vessels and nerves, there's less disruption than with other liposuction techniques.The technique was developed by Dr. Alfredo Hoyos of Bogota, Colombia. I trained with him extensively. I am an expert in the VHD, so I do not offer the SAFE lipo technique. SAFE, is an acronym for Separation, Aspiration, Fat Equalization, described by Dr. Simeon Wall. This technique is not energy based, it uses an "explosive tip" cannula that disrupts the fatty tissue layer and uses a power assist (PAL) liposuction technique. Both techniques work well in the well trained hands of a board certified plastic surgeon. I achieve better sculpting with the VASER than I've seen with the SAFE technique.Based on your photos, you are a great candidate for VHD 360 degrees (abdomen, upper and lateral chest wall, upper, lower back, waist, hip, lower back fat pad). Although the technique has a lot to do with outcome, the most important part is to choose a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in advanced body sculpting and an artistic eye. Good luck.
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September 3, 2018
Answer: Can SAFElipo produce the same contour results as Vaser Liposuction? Thank you for your question and photos. VASER Hi Def Lipo (VHD) is ultrasound technology that can be applied for deep and superficial fat removal in body sculpting. This technique preserves the blood vessels and nerves, there's less disruption than with other liposuction techniques.The technique was developed by Dr. Alfredo Hoyos of Bogota, Colombia. I trained with him extensively. I am an expert in the VHD, so I do not offer the SAFE lipo technique. SAFE, is an acronym for Separation, Aspiration, Fat Equalization, described by Dr. Simeon Wall. This technique is not energy based, it uses an "explosive tip" cannula that disrupts the fatty tissue layer and uses a power assist (PAL) liposuction technique. Both techniques work well in the well trained hands of a board certified plastic surgeon. I achieve better sculpting with the VASER than I've seen with the SAFE technique.Based on your photos, you are a great candidate for VHD 360 degrees (abdomen, upper and lateral chest wall, upper, lower back, waist, hip, lower back fat pad). Although the technique has a lot to do with outcome, the most important part is to choose a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in advanced body sculpting and an artistic eye. Good luck.
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