In terms of fat removal, I agree that laser and traditional lipo should get you to the similar place. However, the laser will stimulate cells in the skin to create increased collagen and elastin production which should show better contour not seen immediately, but with improvement over the next several... more














10 posts
22 Jan 2009
Wow, thank all of you so much for your speedy responses. My next question is, how much fat do you think can be extracted (especially from arms)? I understand it's hard to know from bad photos, but I have an athletic build and not much can be 'pinched' when I flex my arm. Thanks doc(s)!
3 posts
23 Jan 2009
I am planning on getting traditional lipo done in the next two weeks. I am tall and very fit with just the general problem areas. I have heard good and bad feedback but am concerned about possibly 'bumpiness'? The doctor says recovery time is crucial and I should be fine- but I am concerned about loose skin and if I should hold out for Smart Lipo... any thoughts would be appreciated!
10 posts
24 Jan 2009
well i dont think loose skin was much of an issue as i didn't have much taken out....in fact, i think that's just the issue: i had very little to take out initially. i do think, however, my surgeon was on the conservative side and i wish i would have done two things differenlty: 1. really explained to doc what i wanted EXACTLY where 2. had more reasonable expectations 3. worn a tighter compression garment post-op. it's jsut so itchy and uncomfortable and i was so eager to take it off--> dumb! i really want to try the smart lipo but so far it seems everyone is saying that nothing beats traditional lipo
10 posts
25 Jan 2009
well b/c i am thin already, their xs was actually not that tight. My bad. Otherwise, I'm relaly glad i went through with it initially and YES I will do it again. This time armed with a better idea of what want and what to expect (hopefully) best luck to u!
3 posts
26 Jan 2009
Thanks for the info! I'm hoping all turns out well. Hopefully not too much pain!
20 posts
9 Feb 2009
Hi picky82, I was so glad to see your entry. We are exactly the same height and weight and I too am asian. I am planning to get smartlipo in a few weeks and I have been doing a lot of research and asking alot of questions of my surgeon. I also went on a couple of consults and from what I hear, Smartlipo MPX is a good option for our body type. I, myself am looking for contouring, moreso than weightloss. Also, some surgeons do both the smartlipo followed up by traditional lipo to suction out the fat rather than allow the body to naturally absorb it. You may want to ask your potential doctor, what procedure they use and perhaps if they do both like mine does. As my surgery date approaches, I will keep you posted. Best of luck in your decision.
92 posts
21 Jan 2009
Considering your size, I believe that Smart Lipo will provide superior results for you. First off, the recovery period is shorter and less uncomfortable. Secondly skin tightening with Smart Lipo is signicant and allows work in the superficial fat where traditional liposuction does not produce good results. This is the so called "sacred centimeter" that traditional Lipo surgeons are taught to avoid so as not to produce skin dimpling or irregularities. Smart Lipo is a body sculpting procedure. From your pictures, I'd suggest that is what you need if diet and exercise won't do the job alone. Smart Lipo has an 82% patient satisfaction rate which is quite good for any cosmetic procedure. Good luck !
1 post
5 Feb 2009
Smart Lipo is much better because it destroys fat cells and results in skin tightening. In addition, one can return back to work in 2 days after the Smart Lipo procedure.