Which Between Liposuction or Smart Lipo is Better for Young Patients?

asked 2 years ago by harlem in new york
Latest answer by Otto Joseph Placik, MD
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9 answers to Which Between Liposuction or Smart Lipo is Better for Young Patients?

Slim Lipo versus Traditional Suction assisted liposuction

By virtue of the fact that you are young, you stand to have an excellent result from liposuction or laser lipolysis as long as you adhere to a good diet, exercise, and have realistic surgical expectations. I have been very impressed with the laser lipolysis techniques and currently use the Slim Lipo machine. The bruising and downtime are significantly reduced when compared to traditional liposuction and I feel that results have not been compromised. The addition of the second wavelength for... more

Philip S. Schoenfeld, MD
Chevy Chase Facial Plastic Surgeon

Laser assisted lipolysis.

I have not been compelled by the results of smart lipo and do not generally advise its use despite its marketing popularity. Clearly there is a demand for this procedure and it has generated much interest. However, in my opinion, the results do not justify the hype or the cost.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Liposuction

Liposuction is liposuction. I am not impressed with any of the slim or smartlipo experts espousing that this technology is better than more traditional methods.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Neither one is better than the other.

Liposuction is the removal of fat from where there is too much. How you do it and with what instrument is of little difference. Who does it and how much experience they have is what you should be looking for.

Toby Mayer, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Tumescent liposuction is best in our opinion.

Hi! There are no convincing scientific studies about the supposed advantages of Smart Lipo. So we don't use it. Also, in general, I think it is wise to avoid operations that have trade marks or catchy names. Too much salesmanship and not enough science.

George J. Beraka, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Smart, smarter, smartest: lipo for younger patients

The primary benefit of laser-assisted lipo, of which Smart Lipo is one brand, seems to be enhanced skin shrinkage. It is touted as a better "alternative" to lipo, but since using the laser adds risk and expense it may not make sense in every case. Skin shrinks all by itself, especially in younger patients.

Richard Baxter, MD
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Best techniqoe of liposuctioning

Each type of liposuctioning has its own benefits and drawbacks. Probably the most important thing is who is doing the procedure, the second is who is it being done on and third, what type of liposuctioning is being used.

John P. Stratis, MD
Harrisburg Plastic Surgeon

Liposuction or Smart Lipo on Younger patients

Liposuction is best used, whichever technology is available and promoted by the Practice, in patients of generally good health, with a keene eye on diet and nutrition, who have diet-and exercise-resistant fat and genetic predispositions. The use of ultrasound-assist, power-assist, syringe-assist, internal laser-assist, and even a new external laser-assist are all to be matched against the gold standard which is suction-assist. We use terms like liposuction, liposculpture,... more

Donn Hickman, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Good results is what is best for a young patient

To get the best results, see a plastic surgeon that is experienced with liposuction and this is the best way to get what is best. The equipment is not nearly as important as the person using the equipment. You will probably pay more for Smart Lipo and not get any more out of it than with conventional liposuction. Discuss it with your board certified plastic surgeon and this will get you the best possible results. Best Wishes Dr. Peterson