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Tummy Tuck, Lipo or SmartLipo?
asked 1 year ago by dezzdemonaa in Bainbridge Island, WA
Latest answer by John P. Di Saia, MD
Question viewed 118 times
Tags: comparison, options, tightening
I am interested in smoothing and tightening my waistline, but I don't know if I need a tummy tuck or liposuction. Also, I've heard a lot about SmartLipo. Would that help me? Thanks!
2 answers to Tummy Tuck, Lipo or SmartLipo?
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Lipo doesn't tighten
Hello,
If you are looking into tightening, then you are likely looking at potential tummy tuck surgery as lipo really doesn't tighten much if at all. Smart Lipo tightens a little, but but is unpredictable in his regard.
Best Regards,
John Di Saia MD
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Mini tucks under local anesthesia
Liposuction is great for removing fat but doesn't address loose skin in most cases. If there is a lot of loose skin in the tummy (such as after multiple pregnancies), then a tummy-tuck is more appropriate.
With laser lipo (SmartLipo, Lipotherme, SlimLipo -- many different brands) -- the idea is that the laser will help tighten the skin as well as remove the fat. It's never as dramatic as a tummy-tuck, but is minimally invasive and can do a good job of tightening mild...
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