What is VASER Lipo?

Hi there-

It is first important to realize that all of these devices will require you to undergo a liposuction procedure. The only difference is the approach to the treatment of the fat prior to its removal.

Because they all involve liposuction, and this is in fact a surgical procedure, it is very important that you "do your homework" and find a surgeon certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery who has the years of training in liposuction necessary to give you the safe experience and superior outcome you deserve and desire. With the amazing number of machines now available to remove your fat, there has also come a equally impressive number of providers marketing themselves as "liposuction experts" (who completed a few days of training by the salesman for the device), promising that because they use one device or another that you will achieve a superior result.

This is not unlike someone saying to you that because they have access to Tony Stewart's racing car that you will be able to win this weekend's race and make a million dollars. Tony Stewart wins races because he is a great racing car driver AND he has a great car....This is no different... Getting the best outcome from a body contouring procedure depends most on finding a well-qualified and experienced surgeon, and much less on the device used. So please be careful.

Most of these people are so aggressive in their marketing of these questionable devices because they are, in fact, not trained plastic surgeons but rather are either not physicians at all, or they are doctors with core training which would not have prepared them to do liposuction. You may have read recently about a death in my home state of Florida after a healthy 40ish year old mother had liposuction performed be a rehabilitation medicine doctor. Amazingly, I know of eye doctors doing liposuction as well.

The device used can affect the overall experience, however.

Despite the claims of the manufacturer and the practitioners who plunked down the large sum the device costs, Smartlipo has never been proven to shrink skin better than tumescent liposuction. SmartLipo, SlimLipo, Coolipo all use a laser to destroy the fat cells, allowing them to be removed by liposuction. My problem with these is that, first of all, as a scientist and doctor I am offended when false claims of benefit are made, and that because the lasers will burn whatever you point them at, I worry that your nerves, blood vessels, muscles, and skin may be injured by the laser. Bottom line (and in my opinion)- there is no benefit to these devices, they are expensive (meaning that the cost to you, the patient, will be higher as well), and the risks are higher.

Tumescent liposuction is the gold standard to which all other techniques must be compared. It has been proven to be safe and effective over many years (provided that it is performed by a well-trained surgeon). It involves the injection of a fluid into the fatty tissue layer that causes blood vessels to shrink and the fat to expand, making it easier to remove and lowering the risk of a complication.

VASER lipo involves an additional step, in which the fat (after injection of fluid but before suction is applied) is treated with ultrasound energy. Unlike the laser filaments used in SmartLipo and the other devices mentioned above, the VASER probe is blunt and the ultrasound energy it uses is much more specific for fat, so that the risk of injury to the blood vessels and nerves, as well as the muscles and skin are much lower. This is seen in the patient experience of reduced swelling and bruising.

Each time a new (revolutionary!) liposuction machine comes out, I think the most important questions to ask are not "Does it work?", but rather, "Does it work better than what is already available, is it less expensive (not more), and is it safer than what is already available?"

The VASER (in my opinion) passes this test, while the laser based devices do not.

Please know that I have no financial relationship with any of these companies and have personally tried each of the discussed technologies myself on patients.

Vaser liposuction, also known as VASER lipo, is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that uses ultrasound technology to selectively break apart and remove fat cells from targeted areas of the body.


Traditional liposuction uses a cannula, or thin tube, to manually break up and suction out fat cells. In contrast, Vaser liposuction uses ultrasonic energy to liquefy the fat before it is removed with a small cannula. This results in less trauma to surrounding tissues and typically requires less downtime for recovery compared to traditional liposuction.


Additionally, Vaser lipo can be used on smaller areas of the body than traditional liposuction, making it a more precise and versatile option for contouring stubborn areas of fat. However, it is important to note that Vaser lipo may not be suitable for everyone and should be discussed with a qualified medical professional.

Traditional liposuction uses the back-and-forth movement of the cannula to move the fat cells before removing them with suction. Vaser liposuction is a technique that uses ultrasound waves to break and liquefy fat cells. This treatment is way easier than traditional liposuction because you experience less pain, bruising, and bleeding. Best wishes.

Thank you for your question. 
VASERlipo™ is an advanced body sculpting procedure that eliminates fat to reshape and contour your body to give you that athletic look, making you look and feel your best. Using targeted ultrasound technology to liquefy and then very precisely remove fat from targeted areas to help reshape your body with minimal downtime and permanent results, all performed under local anaesthesia. Whereas traditional liposuction is less targeted and unsophisticated in that fat is not equally removed resulting in dimples and uneven appearance.This treatment only targets fat cells, causing significantly less damage to other tissues, resulting in less pain, bruising and recovery time and is suitable for both men and women that want to achieve a more refined shape using a less invasive surgical procedure. It is also suitable for those who may not be overweight and already have a lean figure but require localised fat removal from a specific area to achieve a defined body (ripped or shredded look).VASERlipo™ can sculpt and shape multiple areas in a single procedure, including the ‘hard to reach’ areas of the body.Accurate incision marks are made prior to starting the surgery. During the procedure, the area to be treated is filled with a medicated solution when the numbing agent has taken effect, your surgeon will make small keyhole incisions at the specific crease areas. These incisions will be very small, leaving minimal scarring. Through the incisions a thin cannula will be inserted that uses ultrasound wavelengths to heat and liquefy the existing fat. This fat will then be removed from the body through the cannula using a gentle suction process. The surrounding tissues and skin tightens using radio frequency. The process will be repeated to each treatment area until the desired results have been achieved. The surrounding tissues are left intact, giving you smooth contours with less pain or recovery time than traditional liposuction.All the best 

Hello,
Thank you for your question.
In traditional liposuction, a saline solution with lidocaine and epinephrine is injected into the fat to reduce pain and bleeding during fat removal. Next, a thin hollow tube called a cannula (connected to a vacuum) is used to avulse and suction the fat from the undersurface of the skin. 
VASER stands for Vibration Amplification of Sound Energy at Resonance. It is different from regular liposuction in that it uses ultrasonic energy to liquify fat cells that are then suctioned from the body. The ultrasound is calibrated to target fat cells, minimizing trauma to nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue. Vaser is more effective for denser tissue found in the deeper layers and in the flanks. Vaser causes less damage to the surrounding tissue, meaning there is less bruising and swelling and a faster recovery. 
SmartLipo uses laser technology to liquify fat cells that are then suctioned out of the body. It also seals the blood vessels which tightens skin and reduces swelling, bleeding, and bruising. SmartLipo laser has the added benefit of causing skin tightening below the surface of the skin in the upper layers of fat. 
The best surgeon not only has many tools in their toolbox, they also know how to expertly choose when to use them for optimal results. There is not a "best" form of liposuction. Rather it depends on the body shape of the patient and the artistry of the surgeon.
Best wishes,
Dr. Moein

Thank you for your question. 
Vaser Liposuction is a form of liposuction that uses ultrasound waves deliberately to lose fat cells, which would be removed by using a suction cannula after it. VASER means "Vibration Amplification of Sound Energy at resonance." 
It's generally accepted that this technique can be more efficient at fat removal than conventional liposuction.

Thank you for your question.VASER liposuction is an ultrasonic liposuction technology which means it uses ultrasonic energy (high-energy sound waves) to emulsify fat. Emulsification turns fat from a solid form into liquid; the liquefied fat is then aspirated using a suction cannula. It is a great tool when combined with power assisted liposuction.

VASER Liposuction is an advanced body contouring procedure that selectively remove unwanted body fat. This method uses minimally-invasive ultrasound technology to breaks up fat while leaving all other important tissues intact, resulting in significant desirable effects with minimal damage to surrounding tissues. Consequently, patients recover considerably quicker as they suffer less bruising and swelling in the treated areas, and have a 26% average reduction in bleeding (according to clinical studies issued by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons in 2009). The shorter recovery time needed for VASER Liposuction makes it more convenient and appealing to my patients, who may return to their regular daily activities 1-2 weeks after the surgery and sometimes sooner. Meanwhile, the down time expected for Smart Lipo and other liposuction methods exceeds the 2 weeks. The major advantage of VASER liposuction as compared to traditional or Smart liposuction would be the significant skin retraction that occurs after this liposculpture procedure.  VASER lipo has been clinically proven to cause a 53% improvement in skin retraction relative to the standard liposuction procedures. The risk for contour irregularities are also significantly lower with the use of the VASER liposuction machine when compared to other liposuction methods. Another reason why I recommend VASER Liposuction over other alternatives is the remarkable advantage of using the extracted excess of fat to transfer it to other specifics areas of the body such as buttocks and/or thighs. This process is called Fat Transfer Procedure or Fat Grafting. It’s important noticing that fat cells treated and removed during VASER Lipo procedures are typically of high quality (in contrast with the ones extracted via Smart Lipo), and are viable to re-introduce into the body. Unlike short lasting synthetic fillers, re-injecting your own fat may give you natural looking results that last longer, with no risk of rejection. This favorable possibility to accentuate and contour your body by using your own fat in a single procedure is definitely one big plus for VASER Lipo in comparison to other liposuction procedures. Hope this is helpful! Dr. De La Cruz. 

Vaser Lipo is a name given to a liposuction procedure which involves using an ultrasound device to soften/loosen the fat prior to aspirating it. I like vaser because it enables me to loosen the fat and thus ensure all the fat is the same consistency before aspirating ( suction ) the fatty tissue out. I find this important for two reasons 1) Vaser makes the fat malleable, this helps me to aspirate the fat more superficially and sculpt around the muscles to achieve a more sculpted, muscular look as in Vaser Hi and Mid Def. 2) I can be more confident of a smoother result. This is because not everyone's fat is of the same consistency and not all the fat is same in each person. Subcutaneous fat is usually a mix of soft and hard ( fibrous) fat. Once the local anaesthetic is applied and the area is swollen it can then be quite difficult to determine what fat comes out and what is left behind, as harder fat tends to be more resistant to aspiration. With vaser, once I've broken down the fat, and all the hard fat is loosened, I'm more confident the fat is coming out evenly. It's important to remember that there are no robust studies to show what type of liposuction is better then others and its usually down to the treating doctor or surgeon's opinions and experience which determines what device or type of liposuction he or she uses. The most important factor is the skill and experience of the  surgeon/ doctor. I've seen fantastic and poor results from all different types of liposuction, so I recommend visiting a number of different doctors/surgeons before you make up you mind.

VASER Lipo, or LipoSelection®, stands for Vibration Amplification of Sound Energy at Resonance. It utilizes ultrasonic energy (sound waves) to precisely break apart and emulsify fat deposits for easy, safe removal without causing damage to surrounding tissues.  When compared to other devices used to execute liposuction, I see less bruising, swelling and hear less complaints of discomfort from my patients.  I recommend it for any person wanting high definition body contouring and sculpting with excellent skin retraction.

VASER liposuction is an ultrasound assisted liposuction procedure which uses the energy of the ultrasound was to cavitate (break up) the fat cells into smaller cells.  There are many different types of doctors who perform liposuction, but you need to be careful. Do your homework and choose wisely.