SmartLipo not necessarily the best choice

Kris M. Reddy M.D., F.A.C.S. answers: Should I get liposuction plus tummy tuck or SmartLipo?

Help! I would like to ask for tips from all of you: I weigh 136 and am 5'1. I am looking to get rid of major saddlebags and my mini-tummy that sags down. I work out 5-6 days a week. One Dr. says do SmartLipo,  the other one says it is a gimmick and I need the lipo and a tuck. How does one make the best decision - I am only doing this once!!! Any advice would help! Thanks!!!


Kris M. Reddy, MD
16 months ago
By Kris M. Reddy, MD - Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

SmartLipo has a purpose for smaller areas but it has not been proven for substantial areas like for your "major saddlebags." We would recommend more proven techniques at this time for such significant areas.

Do you really want to undertake the cost, time, and emotional resources for an unproven technique that may leave you dissatisfied?

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