Laser Lipo (whether SmartLipo or Cool Lipo) may have skin tightening benefits for some patients. The degree of skin tightening is highly variable, and is dependent on a number of factors ranging from skin quality to physician technique. For some patients who do have some skin tightening, the amount... more
Smart Lipo - What happens to stretched-out skin once the fat is removed?
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A: There has been no scientific study done that I have seen...
There has been no scientific study done that I have seen that proves the claim that Smartlipo tightens skin more than mother nature after fat is removed. Skin that is thick and elastic will shrink well regardless of the lipo technique. Skin that is loose, poorly elastic, in excess, and has multiple stretch... more
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5 Jun 2008
One of the major advantages of SmartLipo over traditional liposuction is that the SmartLipo lasers actually tighten the skin, whereas traditional liposuction does not. The SmartLipo lasers stimulate new collagen production, tightening the skin while liquefying the fat. In some cases, the SmartLipo procedure may actually improve the appearance of already sagging skin.