At one week the amount of swelling is almost as much as the amount removed. But by two weeks, the swelling should really start to subside, and by a month patients will usually see a big difference. But hold judgement for at least three months, as swelling will not resolve for at least that long.




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20 Aug 2008
Has anyone answered this for you? I am in the same boat. Amelie
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24 Oct 2008
Today I am 1 week post op for th smart lipo procedure performed by Dr. Robert Clinton. I am totally pleased so far. I look so thin and falt in just one week. My sister and I did it on the same day and she still has a lot of swelling. Overall the brusing is gone and I bruise quite easily. Hope this helps a little. -- Editor note: If you would like to recommend your doctor, please help out our readers by writing a treatment review and entering the provider or clinic name in the field provided.
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28 Aug 2008
It's only been a week. You need at least 3-4 weeks for the swelling to START to subside. I tell most of my patients that 30-50% of the swelling goes away after the first month ends, then it slows down to 10% reduction a month for the following few months. The skin tightening effects take about 6 months to notice as well. So, be patient, give it about 6 months to see the final results, and DON'T gain weight in the meantime (exercise and watch your calories).