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SmartLipo Liposuction
SmartLipo fat treatment is
the latest method for removing fat with a laser. The
technique was first discovered in Europe and has
recently become available in the USA. The technique
has been used extensively in South America, Europe
and Asia for the past 10 years. The technique
involves the use of a laser to rapidly dissolve the
fat and tighten the surrounding skin almost anywhere
in the body. The procedure is done in an office and
does not require the use of a general anesthetic.
SmartLipo is an excellent
technique for removal of fat from difficult areas of
the body. It is more efficient at removing fat from
localized pockets which have proven resistant to
conventional liposuction or exercise. The ideal
patient is one who is in good health, not obese, has
an active lifestyle and has a pocket(s) of fat they
wish to remove.
One, two or three areas
can be treated in a single session within a few
hours.
SmartLipo has been
designed to treat localized pockets of fat in the
following areas:
- waist
- chin
(double or hanging chin)
- inner
and outer thighs
- hips
-
buttocks
- upper
arms
- face
(not around eyes)
- male
with breasts
- back
of neck
- pubic
mound
- bra
pads
The procedure is excellent
for removal of localized fat and as much as 5000 mls
of fat can be removed in a single session.
SmartLipo is a very
effective treatment, however, like any weight loss
program a sensible diet and lifestyle is necessary
to maintain physical condition and body tone.
The procedure is done in
an office or clinic. Prior to the procedure, the
fatty areas are marked and a local anesthetic is
used to numb the area. The laser is a pen held
device which is fired close to the skin. As soon as
the laser is fired, the fat cells break up. The
fluid released from the fat cells is drained by
traditional liposuction tools immediately and any
residual melted fat is drained by the lymphatic
system. The laser also causes small blood vessels to
coagulate (gel) immediately on contact, resulting in
less bleeding and swelling. The laser also affects
the collagen in the skin which later causes the skin
to tighten and shrink. Each session takes about
60-90 minutes per area.
The majority of
individuals have minimal bruising and are pain free.
A pressure dressing or a compression garment is used
depending on the location of the treated area. The
compression dressing or garment helps to decrease
the swelling. The bruising disappears in 2-3 days
and all individuals are able to resume their normal
activities within 24 hours. The mild ache can be
relieved with over the counter pain medications.
Soon after the procedure,
the treated area will appear tighter, compact and
smaller. Within the next 6-8 weeks, the skin and
surrounding area will remodel and adjust to the body
contour. The remodeling is a gradual process and the
best results are seen after 2 months.
This depends on the size
and severity of the area to be treated. Your
consultant will advise on this during your initial
consultation.
One can return to work
within 48-72 hours
Yes, SmartLipo is designed
to treat small and harder to get areas of fat. After
conventional surgical liposuction is done and if
small amounts of remodeling are required, SmartLipo
is an excellent adjunct.
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SmartLipo offers minimal discomfort during the
procedure
- There
is minimal pain which only lasts 24-48 hrs
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Majority of individuals can return to work
in48-72 hrs
- There
is minimal bleeding or bruising
- There
is no loosening or hanging skin after the
procedure
- There
are no side effects of general anesthesia
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There is no suturing involved
The SmartLipo fat
reduction treatment received clearance from the FDA
(US Food and Drug Administration) in November 2006.
No, it is strictly a
cosmetic procedure and not covered by any insurance
companies.
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