What Is Smart Lipo Used For?

SmartLipo is a procedure that uses laser liposuction technology to remove fat deposits from areas of the body. Laser liposuction has become the preference for doctors and patients as a new way to remove fat and tighten skin.

Significance

SmartLipo is a laser liposuction technique that removes fatty deposits from the hips, thighs, buttons and stomach. It's used to remove fat that exercise has otherwise failed to remove.

Procedure

SmartLipo is different than other liposuction techniques. The procedure uses a laser to liquefy the fat. Once the fat is liquefied, the surgeon uses a suctioning vacuum to remove the deposits from the body.

Aftercare

After SmartLipo treatment, the patient is required to wear a tight girdle over the body for several weeks. The girdle keeps the skin tight on the underlying tissue, avoiding sagging in the area.

Location

The location of SmartLipo can be done in a physician's office, clinic or a hospital. Any physician who decides to do plastic surgery in the office is required to hold emergency medical equipment.

Risks

SmartLipo, like any cosmetic procedure, has risks, which include nerve damage, extensive fluid and blood loss, allergic reactions to anesthetics, infection and blood clots.

References

• University of California, San Diego: Liposuction
• SmartLipo: Laser Liposuction