smartlipo before and after

What is SmartLipo®?

SmartLipo® uses a laser system to break down fat and it’s a completely revolutionary way of dealing with weight loss and fat reduction. It’s suitable for both men and women and is used to target those smaller, stubborn areas of fat that are resistant to diet and exercise.

This laser assisted liposculpture works by breaking down the membranes of the fat cells and transforming them into an oily substance (liquid fat) that can be removed with low-pressure suction or absorbed and eliminated naturally by the body.

During the procedure a very small incision is made to the skin and the laser is inserted through a 1mm micro cannula; this conducts extremely short pulses from the laser, causing minimal heating. The laser is then moved around in a fan-like pattern to evenly and effectively melt the fat in the treatment area.

What makes SmartLipo® so different from traditional liposuction is that it’s considered to be a minimally invasive treatment and is carried out under local anaesthetic, meaning the recovery period is much quicker. In addition, the procedure is significantly less traumatic than traditional liposuction (i.e. less bruising) and involves practically no loss of blood, (due in equal parts to the type of anaesthesia used and the heating effect of the laser which causes coagulation of the blood).

Another important difference is how the skin looks following the treatment – the low level laser is cleverly designed to help stimulate collagen production in the skin resulting in skin tightening. So there’s no risk of saggy, loose skin and a minimal chance of scarring.

Recommended for: Delicate areas with stubborn fat such as the face, neck and chin, forearms, upper arms, upper abdomen, knees can all be treated as well as larger areas such as the stomach, love handles, bra strap area, bottom and thighs. Fat up to the size of a fist can be realistically removed in one session.

Results: Expect to see a visible difference fairly quickly with the final result being apparent three to four months following treatment, allowing for the body to naturally process and remove the released fat until none is left and collagen stimulation to promote skin tightening.

Recovery Time: You will be able to return to your normal activities almost immediately after the procedure, although it is advisable to avoid strenuous sports and saunas for two weeks, and intense massage for up to five weeks. Some minor swelling, tenderness and bruising may be experienced for a few days following treatment.

How Often: More often than not one treatment is enough for localized areas of fat, however it depends of the amount of fat and for larger areas more than one procedure may be necessary.