Vaser Lipo as an addon?

Traditional liposuction and Vaser liposuction are both cosmetic procedures designed to remove excess fat from specific areas of the body, but they differ in the methods used for fat removal. Here are the key differences between traditional liposuction and Vaser liposuction:
1. Technique:Traditional Liposuction: It involves the use of a cannula (a thin tube) connected to a vacuum device. The cannula is manually inserted into the targeted fat deposits, and the fat is suctioned out.Vaser Liposuction: It utilizes ultrasound technology. The Vaser system emits ultrasonic waves that break down the fat cells, making it easier to suction out.
2. Fat Disruption:Traditional Liposuction: Relies on the physical movement of the cannula to break up fat cells before removal.Vaser Liposuction: Utilizes ultrasound energy to emulsify or liquefy the fat cells, allowing for a gentler extraction process.
3. Precision:Traditional Liposuction: It is effective for larger areas but may have limitations in terms of precision and potential damage to surrounding tissues.Vaser Liposuction: Offers enhanced precision, making it suitable for more delicate areas and allowing for smoother contours.
4. Recovery Time:Traditional Liposuction: Typically involves a longer recovery period due to the more invasive nature of the procedure.Vaser Liposuction: Often associated with a shorter recovery time as the ultrasound technology is less traumatic to surrounding tissues.
5. Skin Tightening:Traditional Liposuction: May not address skin tightening concerns, and additional procedures might be required for optimal results.Vaser Liposuction: Can have a mild skin-tightening effect due to the stimulation of collagen production by the ultrasound energy.
6. Targeted Areas:Traditional Liposuction: Effective for various areas, including the abdomen, thighs, and flanks.Vaser Liposuction: Particularly suitable for precision sculpting, making it a popular choice for areas like the chin, arms, and smaller treatment areas.When considering liposuction, individuals should consult with a qualified plastic surgeon to determine the most appropriate technique based on their specific goals, body type, and health status. Each method has its advantages, and the choice between traditional and Vaser liposuction depends on individual circumstances and desired outcomes.

All forms of liposuction are basically the same. It is based on a small stainless steel tube connected to a source of vacuum this pushed back-and-forth through the fat gradually removing small particles of fat with each pass. The brand names of various technologies come in the form of secondary treatments typically done just before or just after the actual liposuction. In the case of VASER and ultrasound probe is passed through the fat before the fattest removed with a regular Liposuction Cannula. Some people feel that adding this ultrasound pre-treatment allows them to remove fat more effectively. In the end it’s not the VASER that’s removing the fat but a traditional Liposuction Cannula. The same is true for laser assisted Liposuction such as the brand name smart Lipo. with that procedure a laser fiber is passed through the fat either before or after regular liposuction.
There is a third fairly common type of Liposuction called PAL or power assisted Liposuction. in this modality the actual liposuction cannula itself is different in that it is attached to a device making it vibrate very rapidly.
In the end what device is used has very little influence when you compare to the impact provider selection house. A talented experienced provider can deliver quality results on a regular basis using any form of liposuction. An inexperienced or less talented surgeon will not be able to deliver superior results no matter what device they purchased.
Liposuction results are highly provider dependent and delivering it consistent quality Liposuction results is more difficult than most people believe including plastic surgeons.
Liposuction results are highly provider dependent and delivering it consistent quality Liposuction results is more difficult than most people believe including plastic surgeons. results from these procedures regardless of what the name of the device is called are permanent and more or less irreversible.
If done incorrectly patients can be left disfigured.
Anybody interested in getting Liposuction should consider that this procedure has more variation in outcomes than any other plastic surgery procedure purely based on provider selection. I cannot emphasize enough the importance of properly vetting plastic surgeons to find someone with sufficient skill and experience.
Defined the most talented and experience the provider I suggest patients have multiple in person consultations with local board certified plastic surgeons. During consultations ask each provider to show their entire collection up before and after pictures. an experienced surgeon should have no difficulty showing you at least 50 sets a before and after pictures. Being shown a handful of pre-selected pictures which most likely represent the best results of the providers career is insufficient to get a clear understanding of what average results look like in the hands of each provider. we should also ask providers to show as many pictures as possible of patients with similar body characteristics to your own. you may also want to ask providers to show examples of excellent outcomes, average outcomes and less than outcomes. finally I recommend reading all reviews on various physician review websites avoiding providers for any significant number of justified negative reviews. The absence of justified negative reviews is more important and more telling than having an abundance of positive reviews.
Once done correcting poorly done Liposuction is extremely difficult. Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD