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What is ProLipo?

What is ProLipo?  Is it the same as Smart Lipo or Cool Lipo?

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June 11, 2008

An explanation of ProLipo

Steven Teitelbaum, MD
Steven Teitelbaum, MD
Board Certified
Plastic Surgeon

ProLipo is yet another laser-assistance liposuction techniques.

ProLipo is made by Sciton, and uses a 1064-nm Nd:YAG.

Cool Lipo is made by CoolTouch, and uses 1320-nm Nd:YAG

SmartLipo is made by Cynosure, and also uses a 1064-nm Nd:YAG.

Interesting, huh?

Actually, here's the interesting part:  there hasn't been a single published study that compares one of these to the other.  In fact, there's not a published study that shows an advantage of any of these over traditional liposuction procedures.

Though these machines are being sold and being used, in my opinion, they are still at their infancy.  Don't be seduced by expensive marketing campaigns. 

If you want smart liposuction, look for a smart doctor! 

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