Can the Vanquish device be safely used in the abdominal region if you have a lap band port?

January 26, 2016
Asked By:Beachgirl4life in Jacksonville, FL

The process seems to use radio frequency to heat up fat cells but doesn't affect surrounding tissues. Is this safe to use if you have lap band port in the area?

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February 8, 2016

Answer: Vanquish treatment and saftey with lapband port

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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February 8, 2016

Answer: Vanquish treatment and saftey with lapband port

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
January 30, 2016

Answer: Vanquish and Lapband

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
January 30, 2016

Answer: Vanquish and Lapband

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
January 28, 2016

Answer: Vanquish safety with a Lap port

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
January 28, 2016

Answer: Vanquish safety with a Lap port

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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February 1, 2016

Answer: Vanquish treatment can be done with lap band port

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Answer: Vanquish treatment can be done with lap band port

January 29, 2016

Answer: Vanquish is great for circumferential fat reduction.

January 29, 2016

Answer: Vanquish is great for circumferential fat reduction.

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