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Smart Lipo ® (Smart Liposuction)

Smart Lipo 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.

 

Smart Lipo 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 pockets of fat they wish to remove.

Smart Lipo 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

The procedure is excellent for removal of localized fat and as much as 3500 mls of fat can be melted away at a single session.

SmartLipo is not suited for individuals with:

  • diabetes
  • liver problems
  • blood disorders
  • kidney problems
  • heart problems
  • skin disorders

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 release from the fat cells is drained away by the body’s natural system (lymphatics). 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 take about 30-45 mins.

The majority of individuals have minimal bruising and are pain free. A pressure dressing or a compression is garment 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 laser treatment, the area will appear tighter, compact and smaller. Within 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.

The required sessions depend on the area and location. Generally 1-3 sessions are more than adequate for most individuals. Repeat sessions are only done after an interval period of 3-6 months.

Can Smart Lipo be used with liposuction? 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, Smart Lipo is an excellent adjunct.

Advantages of Smart Lipo include:

  • Minimal discomfort during the procedure
  • There is minimal pain which only lasts 24-48 hrs
  • Majority of individuals can return to work in 24 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
  • There are no incisions or suturing involved

The SmartLipo fat reduction treatment received clearance from the FDA (US Food and Drug Administration) in November 2006.

Is Smart Lipo is strictly a cosmetic procedure and as such is not covered by any insurance companies.

Bel-Red Center for Aesthetic Surgery has provided Plastic Cosmetic Surgery, Non-Surgical and Reconstructive procedures to satisfied patients in Bellevue, Issaquah, Kirkland, Redmond, Renton, Woodinville and other Greater Seattle / Eastside Washington locations.
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