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How long after lipo can you get RF treatment and fat cavitation?

G
ghongAug 27, 2020

I was recommended to get RF treatment to help smooth and tighten after lipo. How long after lipo am I able to get this procedure done? I was also recommended fat cavitation on areas that have had lipo to help even anything out. How long after lipo can I get this done?

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Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS

It's not your fault, years of company's and plastic surgeon's ads have suggested that the machine is important (whatever that machine is, Vaser, laser, radiofrequency, etc.), and that it is inherently better than liposuction alone, or that it tightens skin. 1. It's not the machine you pick t...

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David Hansen, MD

Ultrasonic cavitation which is similar to vaser does absolutely nothing to fibrous tissue. Power assisted liposuction which is like a jack hammer on fibrous tissue is the only thing that works on buffalo humps.  It does great and cost is roughly $5000 for quality work.

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Jason Emer, MD

While this procedure isn't textbook "reversible" there are options available that can provide you with great results. Some options include a fat transfer or Sculptra injections. I suggest waiting a minimum of 3 months post op and including lymphatic massages as a part of your post op care...

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