When Will I See Vaser Liposelection Results?

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I had VASER liposelection on 6/25 on my mid back, the auxilary folds, and dorsal bulges and my triceps. I was told I would see results right away, but I see that there is still a fat blip in my midback and my arms are still huge! When can I expect to see the results? Was I supposed to lose weight too? I am scared that I didn't get what I paid for since the office says that I am to pay 1k extra for any touch ups.

David J. Levens, MD · Answer

The most disappointed patients following liposuction, whether traditional or ultrasonic/VASER are those who gain significant weight after surgery....usually coupled with unrealistic expectations about what the liposuction can and cannot accomplish regarding weight loss. 
Liposuction is not a weight reduction procedure, rather a contouring procedure for diet resistant areas in an otherwise healthy, reasonably close to "ideal weight" person,  who is well aware that for a successful outcome they must take responsibility with a long-term healthy weight control and exercise regimen.
Regarding contour "blips", bulges, irregularities, they can be a consequence of any type of liposuction even in the most experienced hands.  This consequence (not a complication) should be discussed before surgery and if revision ("touch up") is needed, there should be a clear policy for any potential financial responsibility.

Babak Moeinolmolki, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello Irene,
Thank you for your question. I am sorry to hear you are disappointed in your results. You do not mention your starting BMI or what your goals were for the procedure. In general, patients should be at a healthy BMI prior to liposuction and liposuction then applied to focuses areas of stuborn fat, despite healthy diet and exercise. 
You should see a reduction in size immediately. Uneven swelling such as the bulge on your back can occur. This should go down over time, though may require a touch up. Your end results should be apparent after 3 months, with minor remodeling and reshaping occurring naturally for up to a year. Of course any weight gain would negatively impact your results. 
If you continue to be unhappy with your results, consultation with a surgeon for a second opinion may be helpful and reassuring.
Best wishes,
Dr. Moein

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

The final #results of the #Vaser liposuction procedure are typically most noticeable 2-4 months following the #Vaser. So, you must have patience. The swelling will gradually diminish while the contours of the treated area(s) can continue to improve up to one year post procedure; becoming more apparent in appearance. If you have concerns about your healing, or pain that you question to be unusual, it is important to call your plastic surgeon to discuss these further asked to be examined.

Emmanuel De La Cruz, MD · Answer

Often, you can start seeing some results after 24-48 hours.  It is critical that you're wearing the foam garment and the body suit immediately after surgery.  Moreover, you would also need to start your lymphatic massage after 24-48 hours of surgery.  This is the protocol that Dr. Alfredo Hoyos and I use after the 4D VASER Hi-Definition liposculpture.  Typically after 6 weeks, you'll start seeing more results.  Skin will continue to retract up to 6 months, and thus you'll see more improvement after your surgery.  It is critical to exercise and eat healthy after your procedure to achieve the best outcome.

Paul F. Vanek Jr, MD · Answer

Irene, I don't know where you started in height, weight and BMI, but here in my Cleveland plastic surgery my VASER LipoSelection patients show results the next day. The results do get better over time and, again, I haven't seen you.  If you started at 108 lb., you'd have a significantly different improvement compared with someone who started at 308 lb. It would be best to ask your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon if you have responded in the way he or she thinks is appropriate.

	I presume that your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon has discussed the limitations of any procedure on your body. If that were not done, or if you had your procedure done by a physician who is not board certified in plastic surgery, then I would seek a second opinion before handing over any more money. Just because a physician owns a VASER machine doesn't make him or her an expert in its use.

	To your health and beauty,

	Paul Vanek, MD, Board Certified Cleveland Plastic Surgeon

Armando Soto, MD, FACS · Answer

In almost every case, you should have a visible, and noticeable improvement immediately. VASER technique is associated with less swelling and bruising than other options, but some does still occur, and it will take between 1 and 3 months for this to completely subside. I would say that in any case, you should be seeing your final outcome by the end of the third month.

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