What is a Safe BMI for Laser/Vaser Lipo?

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I am Interested in getting laser/vaser lipo and have researched it for a while. However, when I called for a consultation the person on the phone only asked my height and weight and when I told her, she just said that it "wasnt for you, your BMI is too high and if you lose 50lbs, then call us back". Is this normal? If I lose 50lbs, why would I need laser lipo? Through my research, a discussion of BMI never came up. My bmi is 38. Do I need to lower my bmi or just find another Dr. Office?

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

Vaser liposuction, also known as Vaser #lipo, LipoSelection or Liposuction, is an advanced body #contouring procedure that selectively removes unwanted body fat. An alternative to the harsh techniques of traditional liposuction, #Vaser lipo uses state-of-the-art ultrasound technology designed to gently #reshape your body. There are three types of #Vaser Lipo. Each benefit patients differently depending on their needs. 
It is usually recommended that patients who have recently experienced weight loss and massive weight loss (#MWL) remain consistent at their weight for at least six to twelve months prior any cosmetic surgery. Such will better ensure longer lasting results of the procedure without risking the fluctuation and stretching of the skin tissue. An ideal  #candidate for Vaser Liposuction is a person in good health who seeks a minimally invasive way to remove stubborn fat with less downtime than traditional #liposuction.  Vaser is ideal for those seeking improved definition of muscles and contouring.  Those who seek increased sculpting of are ideal vaser lipo candidates.
It's best to begin consulting with a board certified plastic surgery to learn if you are a candidate for liposuction. If so, you will then learn more about which #technique will work best for you and your goals. It is important you select a plastic surgeon who is #board-certified and has a great deal of experience with #vaser #liposuction. Aside from checking board-certification, it is suggested that you look at before and after photos of the surgeons actual patients, and read patient reviews. Gathering all of this information will help you make a well-informed decision. Always discuss your issues and concerns with the Plastic Surgeon during and following your consultation. Information that you read online may not apply to your personal situation.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

I think that weight loss is not an unreasonable suggestion prior to consideration of liposuction.  In most outpatient settings, the surgeon is limited to 5 liters of liposuction.  You really want the results to be as good as possible.  Liposuction results are highly surgeon dependent.  Find a plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials who performs hundreds of liposuction procedures each year.  Then look at the plastic surgeon's website before and after photo galleries to get a sense of who can deliver the results.

	Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

A bmi of 38 is very high and liposuction it not an answer for weight loss. Best to get down to your goal weight and a reasonable BMI to be re-evaluated.

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