What is Smart Lipo and How Does It Work
Smartlipo™ laserlipolysis was approved by the Food & Drug Administration on October 31st, 2006. Smartlipo™ laserlipolysis is a minimally invasive procedure which uses a laser to zap unwanted fat fast, whether it be on the face, neck, back, thighs, arms etc. Unlike traditional liposuction, laserlipolysis targets the fat with pinpoint precision quickly liquefying the cells so that it can be easily drained or absorbed by the bodies own lymphatic system (where its then flushed away naturally from the body) Smartlipo is done under local anaesthesia and takes upto 1 hour per area treated. Laserlipolysis is a new-generation procedure which enables us to treat cellulite and body adiposities using the laser’s ability to dissolve or liquefy redundant body fat with heat. Laser-assisted liposculpture deals successfully with problem areas of high fibrous content; or alternativley treat delicate areas (due to their extremely thin fat layer) which are very difficult to treat by traditional methods. Lipo Smart also has the added benefit of skin retraction that would not be as achievable through other procedures.
The Procedure
Laserlipolysis is carried out basically according to the same principles as traditional liposculpture, but adds some unique features that make it different.
Laser-assisted liposculpture is a new technique. Most probably in a few years it will set the trend for body and face remodelling, as it is safe, efficient, predictable and easy to recover from. Nevertheless, it should not be forgotten that is still a kind of surgery and must be performed meeting all requisites of a good medical practice.
Planning your Smart Lipo surgery
At the clinic, your surgeon will evaluate your adipose deposits, the quality of your skin and your cellulite levels. He will also explain to you the different methods of body modelling.
Be honest with your surgeon and let him/her know your expectations. You must tell him/her recent weight gains and losses, whether you smoke or if you are taking any medication, vitamin or even drugs.
Where does the operation take place?
Laser assisted-liposculpture (Laserlipolysis) is usually performed in an operations room at a clinic or a hospital, under local anaesthesia, in an ambulatory fashion, or in some cases a night at the centre may be necessary. Laserlipolysis is carried out basically according to the same principles as traditional liposculpture, but adds some unique features that make it different. Laser-assisted liposculpture is a new technique. Most probably in a few years it will set the trend for body and face remodelling, as it is safe, efficient, predictable and easy to recover from. Nevertheless, it should not be forgotten that is still a kind of surgery and must be performed meeting all requisites of a good medical practice. At the clinic, your surgeon will evaluate your adipose deposits, the quality of your skin and your cellulite levels. He will also explain to you the different methods of body modelling.Be honest with your surgeon and let him/her know your expectations. You must tell him/her recent weight gains and losses, whether you smoke or if you are taking any medication, vitamin or even drugs. Laser assisted-liposculpture (Laserlipolysis) is usually performed in an operations room at a clinic or a hospital, under local anaesthesia, in an ambulatory fashion, or in some cases a night at the centre may be necessary. |
