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Thank you for your question. Vaser shape helps smooth out cellulite and tighten and firm the skin and may need multiple treatments. It doesn't reduce fat. I would recommend consulting with a Board Certified Dermatologist for best treatment plan. I hope this helps!
I tell my patients that one Vaser Shape treatment will likely not do much of anything. We recommend a series of 6 treatments, about a week apart. We tell patients to expect 1-2 inches lost in the treatment area and to expect tightening of the skin. This is a good treatment for people who want their existing clothes to fit better, not for those who want to go down a pants size.
Not a lot of fat is removed following one VASER shape treatment, the effect is only noticeable after multiple treatments. However, high definition VASER liposuction can remove fat from stubborn areas and produce results after the first treatment. This depends on the area you are interested in and the board certified plastic surgeon you consult. A Skype or FaceTime consultation with a VASER specialist will help you get an accurate recommendation and pricing.Respectfully, Arian Mowlavi MD, FACSRealself 100 Hall of Fame Inductee
Your results look fairly typical.Most surgeons show the most impressive before-and-after pictures when demonstrating their work.Doing excess of liposuction can lead to skin irregularities. This is especially true for inner thighs. When that happens, it's often irreversible.There's a saying that...
It is not unusual to have significant bruising and/or swelling following a liposuction. It may take 3 to 6 weeks or more for everything to settle. Wearing your compression garment and massage can help speed the process. Check with your surgeon, if you are truly having a muscle...
Laser lipo machines made in the US are generally expensive and not available for home use. They need to be FDA approved and buying one for home use does not make sense from a safety perspective. You would be at risk for burns, lidocaine toxicity, etc.I would strongly recommend against a DIY...
I see no benefit and see potential harm, so my vote is no.Never apply external heat after surgery!After liposuction, your skin may be numb for quite a while from both medications used during surgery and from temporary (mild) nerve damage. Blood vessels also become erratic and can...
Congratulations! You just passed your first year of medical school.Yes, salt causes water retention.When I was in medical school, I overheard an attending physician tell another medical student one kidney is smarter than four doctors.Assuming your kidneys are in good working order, they...
Breast feeding is an important time in the first 6 to 18 months in a baby's life. Regardless of whether you have liposuction with only local anesthesia or with general or IV sedation, the medications that are used for the mother are not safe for a breast-fed baby. Enjoy this special time...
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