What is the difference between SmartLipo and Traditional Liposuction?

Smartlipo™ is a laser-assisted lipolysis is minimally invasive body contouring with immediate results. There is minimal recovery time and fewer side effects.

How do I know if I am a candidate for Smartlipo™?

If you are one of those people who have fat areas that just will not respond to diet and exercise you are a candidate.

Is Smartlipo™ FDA approved?

FDA approved Smartlipo™ in November of 2006.

Is Smartlipo™ safe?

It is safer than traditional liposuction because there is less bleeding and a local anesthetic is used.

Is there any pain during the procedure?

No. Once the anesthesia has worn off you will feel aches and pains similar to those after a vigorous workout.

What areas of the body can be treated?

Smartlipo™ is ideal for the abdomen, hips, thighs, knees, back, mons pubis, face, neck and areas of loose/flabby skin.

How many treatments will I need?

For most patients one treatment per body area taking 45 minutes to one hour per area is all that is needed.

What is the recovery time?

Many patients can return to work immediately. However, normally, the patient is advised a take day or two of rest.

Can cellulite be treated with Smartlipo™?

It may improve cellulite to a certain degree. Smartlipo™ not only improves the shape of the body but it will also tighten sagging skin. We combine Smartlipo with a unique FDA approved technique to enhance the results.

How long before I see the results?

Results can be seen immediately with continued improvement over a 3 to 6 month period of time.

Will the results last?

Yes! The Smartlipo™ procedure permanently removes fat cells. Your body has a finite number of fat cells. When you gain weight those fat cells expand. You do not produce more fat cells. If you should gain weight it will be in areas where the procedure was not done.

Who performs the Smartlipo™ treatments?

A board certified surgeon performs all Smartlipo™ treatments.