Difference Between Smart Lipo and Ultrasound Assisted Liposculpture?

Hi there- There are an overwhelming number of devices claiming to be the best to help you achieve the body contour you want. Cute names and aggressive marketing campaigns aside, here is what you should know.. SmartLipo is a laser based device. The laser is pointed at the tissues under your skin to melt the fatty tissue and (supposedly) to tighten the skin. The laser also burns whatever else you point it at, including blood vessels, though- the company claims this is an advantage, as by... more

"Smart Lipo", although I don't think it's all that smart uses a laser to heat the skin and fat. The fat is then removed via standard liposuction cannulas. In ultrasonic liposuction a cannula that transmits ultrasonic waves is used to create cavitation and streaming which bursts the fat cells releasing the fatty acid which is then removed via the same cannula. I'm a fan of ultrasonic for secondary liposuction and difficult areas such as the upper back in males. But I'm not a fan... more

Both laser assisted liposuction (SlimLipo, Smartlipo, and Coolipo) and ultrasound assisted liposuction dissolve fat before suction is used to remove the fat. Liquefied fat is easier to remove. Both technologies also heat the tissues beneath the skin which has the additional benefit of causing the skin to tighten after the fat is remolved-a major advantage over standard liposuction which often leaves loose skin behind. The major difference between the laser techniques and the ultrasound... more

There are many different kinds of liposuction. Like cars they all can get you to your destination. I am not a big fan of the Smart lipo. The concept is interesting but the reality is that the results are no better than traditional liposuction. It is supposed to melt the fat and tighten the skin. Melt fat-yes. Tight skin- not really. Ultrasonic or usually Vaser, is a different way to perform liposuction. It lysis the fat using high frequency ultrasound and because of the heat generated, may... more

Ultrasonic Liposuction relies on ultrasonic waves, transmitted beneath the skin via a wand-like device, that liquefy fat so that it is easier to remove. For obese individuals, large volumes of fat can be removed during a single procedure. Smart Lipo uses laser light to liquefy fat and tighten the surrounding skin. It involves less downtime and side-effects than traditional liposuction and is particularly good for small areas of fat deposits