Vaser Shape versus Skintyte - which is more effective for skin tightening?

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I am a 55 y/o female with saggy belly skin from a long-ago pregnancy and a mild accumulation of fat in my belly, but more so in love handles and back. I have lost four inches from my waist so far - mainly from my abdomen - but am having a difficult time losing the love handles and back fat. I'd like to lose the fat, but my main concern is tightening my saggy belly. Between Vaser Shape and Skintyte, which one would you recommend for the most effective skin tightening?

Lars Enevoldsen, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  We have both a Sciton laser with SkinTyte II and a Vaser Shape in our office so I can give you some general advice on their use.  Both devices are effective at what they do. The SkinTyte II does tighten skin with multiple treatments.  We primarily use it on the neck and face and have obtained some nice results with it, especially when combined with Forever Young treatments also using the Sciton BBL.  It does not reduce fat.  The Vaser Shape is effective at getting some skin tightening with some fat reduction.  It is highly user dependent, meaning that the person using it has to be properly trained on its use and knows how to get the best results.  Neither device is as effective as surgery.  If someone needs a facelift then SkinTyte II is not going to get the same result that the surgery would.  Similarly, if you have enough loose skin that you need a tummy tuck to get the optimal then Vaser Shape is not going to get the same result that the surgery would. So it comes down to your expectations in terms of what you want to look like.  You should have a consultation with a plastic surgeon certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery and preferably also a member of The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery who has a Vaser Shape  and Sciton laser to get a realistic idea of what the to devices and surgery can accomplish so that you can make n informed decision as to what will best meet your expectations.

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.What distinguishes the Vaser lipo procedure is its ability to differentiate targeted #fat from other important tissues; such as nerves, blood vessels and connective tissue. Innovative VASER #technology breaks up fat while preserving these other important tissues to promote smooth #results and rapid healing.
There are three types of #Vaser Lipo. Each benefit patients differently depending on their needs. Vaser Lipo  is capable of removing fat from resilient areas providing a smoother and slimmer results. It is common for reducing love handles, extra skin along the bra line or flanks on many female patients. Additionally, it is often applied to the reduction of male breast surgeries, called gynecomastia surgery. Meanwhile, Vaser Hi-Def  targets both deep and superficial fat cells which is found around muscle tissue. This is suggested to tone and defined rather than reduce fat when not necessary. Finally, Vaser #4D, although similar to Vaser Hi-Def works well with the existing muscle tissue.. However, it results in more natural appearing definition to those areas, being treated. Vaser 4D is often applied to treating abdominal region to improve definition.  Additionally, it's not uncommon for Vaser Liposuction to combined with fat transfer which removes and transfers fat to another area of the body. 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.

Sonia Badreshia-Bansal, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. There are many treatment options for skin tightening  and fat loss. I would recommend consulting with a Board Certified Dermatologist or Plastic Surgeon for best treatment plan. I hope this helps!

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