I don't care for SmartLipo or laser lipolysis. I don't think it has any advantages over carefully performed liposculpture with the PALS (power assisted liposculpture) technique. It is advertised as "new liposuction" with unsubstantiated claims that it is superior to conventional liposuction. I have... more
What is Smart Lipo?
Can someone explain what is Smart Lipo? how is smartlipo different from normal liposuction surgery?
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15 answers to “What is Smart Lipo?”A: Cynosure Smart Lipo
Cynosure is the manufacturer of Smartlipo. Smartlipo was approved by the FDA in 2006 for its use as a laser liposculpting system. Smartlipo is an NdYAG 1064nm laser system that utilizes an extremely small laser fiber and cannula which is inserted into the fat. The advantages of Smartlipo over traditional... more
A: What is Smart Lipo?
The explosion in medical aesthetic technology has resulted in a market that is literally flooded with new products, devices and procedures, like Smart Lipo, all claiming to be the ‘latest and greatest’ or the ‘next big thing’. A great deal of dedication (and caution!) is required... more
A: What is SmartLipo?
SmartLipo is a machine that has a laser to melt the fat. But that isn't the entire picture. While I perform the SmartLipo procedure, the fat has to be suctioned out in addition to the fat melting part. The devil is in the details here - if the surgeon that is doing the liposuction doesn't do a good job... more
A: Smartlipo is laser-assisted liposuction
Smartlipo is laser-assisted liposuction. The newest version is Smartlipo MPX. This machine actually has two lasers build in. One is better for melting fat and the other is best for tightening the skin. In most cases, the procedure can be performed while you are awake. The laser portion of the procedure is... more
A: The Newest of Smart Lipo -- Smart Lipo MPX
Smart Lipo is Laser-Assisted Lipolysis. What this means is the device actually melts or dissolves fat cells. This is done through a very small fiberoptic laser. Smart Lipo can be performed by itself or in combination with traditional liposuction to maximize the amount of fat that is removed,... more
A: SmartLipo is still a surgical procedure
SmartLipo uses a laser to help melt the fat and tighten the skin. Like traditional tumescent liposuction, local anesthesia fluid is first injected. This makes the area numb during the procedure, and makes suctioning of the fat easier. This may be supplemented with sedation anesthesia if the patient desires,... more
A: SmartLipo - New treatment to eliminate fat
SmartLipo is the name of a new fat elimination treatment using a laser made by the Cynosure company. It can zap small pockets of fat or can be combined with liposuction to remove larger fat pockets. SmartLipo is different because it uses a laser delivered with a 1mm fiber optic cable so it can be done... more
A: Laser-assisted liposuction
Hello, In few words Smart Lipo is laser-assisted liposuction. A laser helps melt some of the fat before it is removed through the suction device. After using it for over a hundred cases in 2008, I basically stopped using it, moving back toward more conventional tumescent liposuction. My assessment is that... more
A: SmartLipo is not a substitute for traditional lipo
There are several laser liposuction companies (including Smart Lipo or Cool Lipo). The actual procedure and use of the laser varies from practitioner to practioner.We tend to use the laser (either Smart Lipo or Cool Lipo) in conjunction with our traditional liposuction procedures as the laser can provide some... more
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15 posts
13 Feb 2009
Basically, the Smart Lipo procedure is in most instances, Tumescent Liposuction with the addition of a laser procedure before suctioning. The basic process takes three steps: 1 Tumescent infiltration of anesthetic (numbing the fat layer) 2. Laser treatment of the fat - melts the fat and heats up the skin to promote tightening 3. Suctioning out the fat A lot of people think that Smart Lipo is a non-invasive procedure and do not pay as much attention to the doctor's credentials and experience.
449 posts
24 Apr 2009
The most important fact to consider when inquiring about SmartLipo (or any form of body sculpting) is the experience and training of the surgeon. Ask to see pictures of before and afters, and do not be afraid of questioning the physicians credentials (i.e. board certification, number of cases performed, experience in traditional body scultping, etc). I have used all forms of laser body sculpting and find that it is very safe if properly used in the hans of an experienced surgeon and laser user. Unfortunately, I do not do research by I can tell you by years of experience that laser body sculpting is extremely effective for the right patient. There are still times when traditional or ultrasonic liposuction are used but most patients I see can be treated under local anesthesia as an office procedure.