Anesthesia for Vaser Lipo?

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I'm going to have Vaser Lipo next week. I don't want to feel any pain. Which anesthesia is better for no pain at all and safer for me, local or general anesthesia? Thank you.

Armando Soto, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi there-
I'm not sure what your goals are, but am concerned that for you the procedure planned may not give you the best outcome (no matter what the anesthetic technique).
Better to defer the procedure and get what you want.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

Vaser Lipo is an outpatient procedure which is commonly performed in either a doctor's office or hospital. It can be performed under local #anesthesia or a "conscious" sedation intravenously. The location and type of anesthesia for your procedure will be determined by your doctor.Your procedures should always be performed by a plastic surgeon who is board-certified and has a great deal of experience specializing in cosmetic #surgery. You will then greatly improve your chances of getting the result you desire, and, without the need for a revision surgery. It is suggested that you look at before and after photos of the surgeons actual patients, and read patient reviews. Seeking the right doctor and gathering all of this information will help you make a well-informed decision.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD · Answer

Risks of anesthesia are greater for individuals who have a BMI greater than 31 and other diseases. From your picture, it appears that your BMI may be greater than 31 and this makes you less than an ideal candidate for Vaser or general anesthesia.

Peter A. Aldea, MD · Answer

Regarding: "Anesthesia for Vaser Lipo?
	I'm going to have Vaser Lipo next week. I don't want to feel any pain. Which anesthesia is better for no pain at all and safer for me, local or general anesthesia? Thank you"

	Liposuction IS a surgical procedure and surgery CAN be associated with pain during and after the operation. The ability of the anesthesia technique to confer lack of sensation depends on the EXTENT of liposuction being performed:
	- small areas - TUMESCENT (local) anesthesia only
	- slightly larger or multiple - Tumescent solution with IV sedation
	- larger areas or larger patients (such as yourself) - Tumescent solution under the general anesthesia.

	Your surgeon SHOULD be able to pick between all these methods and not be limited to only one way of doing things.

	Dr. Aldea

Anesthesia for Vaser Lipo?

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