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Could Smart Lipo Work for Me Without Having More Wrinkly Skin? 11 answers

I am 37 and have 2 kids. I have been working out for 2+yrs.and still can't loose the belly fat. I also have diastasis recti, but have done PT and...
age 35-44 before candidate female wrinkles

Does Smart Lipo Get Rid of Abdominal Fat? 9 answers

before fat

I Want to Have a Baby Next Year but I Want Smart Lipo This Year. Should I Wait Til After? 9 answers

Since I was in the 9th grade I have had a belly. Im now 22 and I have tried everything to get rid if it.. I HATE THIS BELLY!! I'm turning 23 in...
before candidate planning for pregnancy

Considering Smart Lipo or Vaser Lipo for my Abdominal Area 6 answers

Hello- I had 4 children- all vaginal births- in 5 years. I am fit and around my normal weight. I am considering smart lipo/vaser lipo for my abdominal...
after pregnancy age 45-54 before comparison female pooch

Can Smart Lipo Help Define Figure? 6 answers

I am considering Smart Lipo. I am in good shape, but when I lose additional weight, my breasts and butt gets smaller, instead of my stomach and thighs...
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Smart Lipo - Is 1000CC Enough to Have Removed? 6 answers

I had 1000cc's removed with smart lipo three weeks ago and don't see much difference as of now . I am 5'9" 155lbs ,24yr old female ....
130-149 lbs 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in 950cc and up after age 18-24 amount fat reduction female hips

Permanent Damage from Smart Lipo 6 answers

I have uneven areas, waviness and some bumpiness in my abdomen after smart-lipo (tumescent assisted) done in Dec 2008. While noticeable to my eye only...
after damage permanent

Skin Damage After Smart Lipo and PAL 6 answers

I am a 30 yo male who had a "high definition" procedure on my abdomen, flank, and back 2 weeks ago. i have both the smartlipo and...
after age 25-34 back damage flanks male skin

308lb, 5'11" Male - Is Smart Lipo a Good Start to Reduce Fat? 6 answers

I'm a 308 Lb Male 5" 11 is Smart Lipo a Good Start to Reduce and Build Confidence
290-309 lbs 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in before male

Smart Lipo Better Than Tummy Tuck for Post Baby Belly? 5 answers

I run 3-4 times a week and lift weights regularly, but I am unable to lose some of the fat from my pregnancy on my stomach. I also have some scar...
before scar

Why Do I Look Bigger Later in the Day (Smart Lipo)? 5 answers

Hi, I had smart lipo about 4 weeks ago on my abs and flanks and I am really excited to see my results. When I first wake up in the morning, my stomach...
1 month post-op after flanks lumps swelling

Hardening After Smart Lipo 5 answers

I am seriously considering smart lipo on my abdomen area (muffin top) but after reading this forum i am concerned with the 'hardening'...
after harden muffin top

Abdomen Puncture Scars for Smart Lipo - Will They Go Away? (5mm Diameter Each) 5 answers

I am 6 months after surgery. The doctor went into the abdomen through four punctures above the panty line. He removed 200 cc with smart lipo. I have 4...
after puncture scar

Smart Lipo for Patients with Uncontrolled Diabetes? 5 answers

I have just found out that I have diabetes and not taking any medication for it. Can I go ahead with my scheduled Smart Lipo on the abdomen. I am 42...
age 35-44 before diabetes female overweight

What is the Average Healing Time for Individuals Who Undergo Smart Lipo on Their Abdomen? 5 answers

Is the recovery time different for smart lipo when compared to traditional liposuction (for the abdomen)?
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Smart Lipo Results 5 answers

I had smart lipo ultra done 6 weeks ago on my upper and lower abdomen. I was told that 1 liter of liquified fat was removed. I do not see any changes...
1 month post-op after results

Smart Lipo 5 weeks post-op - When will these "ropes" of hard tissue go away? 5 answers

I had smart lipo done on Oct. 1, 2011 - 5 weeks ago. to my torso (upper/lower abs, love handles, back and hips)  First - my stomach looks like...
1 month post-op hard

Will Fat Come Back After Smart Lipo? 4 answers

I'm considering getting a Smart Lipo done on my abdomen, muffin top and bra roll area. My question is: does the fat return after you gain weight?
back before fat female muffin top weight gain

At What Maximum Weight Would I Be a Good Candidate for Smart Lipo? 4 answers

Hello , I am 162 female , 22 yrs old .. my fats are concentrated in my abdomin area .. I am on a weight loss programme already ( diet + excersice )...
150-169 lbs age 18-24 before candidate female weight

Indentations on Abdomen following Smart Lipo 4 answers

I had smart lipo done about 1 1/2 years ago,and then the same Dr. did a "touch up" to correct the problems about 1 year ago. Currently there...
after female indentation results tightening

Will Smartlipo Help Sagging Skin Suffered from Traditional Lipo? 4 answers

Also will it eliminate excess fat left in the abdomen area without causing more sagging?
before sagging

Can Smart Lipo Cause Permanent Nerve Damage? 3 answers

I had Smart Lipo done on my outer thighs, flanks, and upper and lower abdomen. I have pain in one leg, close to my hip bone. It aches and hurts to...
after nerve damage

How Soon After Smart Lipo Should You Start Massage? 3 answers

Had Smart Lipo to abdominal area (top and bottom). When should I start massage?
after massage

Is Smart Lipo Recommended for Weight Loss Patient? 3 answers

I am an active and fit 34 year old mum of 2. 20 years ago I lost 90lbs and except for my two pregnancies - I have managed through diet and exercise to...
130-149 lbs 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in age 25-34 before buttocks female flanks inner thighs pregnancy scar stretch marks thighs weight loss

Advisable to Have Smart Lipo and Kids Later? 3 answers

Is it safe or a good idea to get Smart Lipo if I plan to maybe have kids in the next 5-10 years? I know that if I become pregnant I will still...
before extra skin fat female pregnancy safety

Can Abdominal Fat Be Transferred to the Buttocks Using Smart Lipo? 3 answers

before buttocks fat

Smart Lipo Safe After Liposuction and 2 Hernia Repairs? 3 answers

I had liposuction 8 years ago and 2 surgeries for abdominal hernia in the last 3 years. Is it safe to have Smart Lipo? I'm 51 years old and I look...
age 45-54 before female muffin top safety

Possible For Flanks to be The Incision Location? Female, 30s 3 answers

I will be getting SmartLipo or a version of it, soon (doctor yet to be determined). I am pretty thin, only a small amount of contouring needed on...
age 25-34 before female flanks incision

Should I be Able to Grab a Substantial Amount of Fat from the Area That Had Smart Lipo? 3 answers

It's been 3 weeks since my procedure. I have hardness in a few areas near my belly button & I'm almost 100% again however, I can still...
after fat female hard love handles results shrink

Combining Laser Liposuction Procedures Possible? 3 answers

Is it possible to combine Smart Lipo, Vaser Liposuction, and PAL liposuction all in one abdominal liposuction procedure?
before combination

Is It Possible to Have a Hernia from Smart Lipo? 3 answers

I'm now about 6 weeks post smart lipo on abdomen, flanks and back. The left front side is very noticably bulging out (and has been since the first...
after back flanks hernia

Dark Spots After Smart Lipo 3 answers

I had smartlipo of the abdomen 5 months ago although the scars look great there are small dark spots over the scars. My plastic surgeon has performed...
after dark spots

Can Smart Lipo Help with the Bulging Around the Tummy Tuck Incision Line? 3 answers

Hello! I Wanted to Know if Smart Lipo Can Help with the Bulging Around the Incision Line?   I had a tummy tuck on 03/2011 and I am not at all...
before bulging expectation unsatisfied

Smart Lipo Quote- Abdomen and Back (photo) 3 answers

I am considering having Smart Lipo on my abdomen and I would like to know a ball park figure so I would know what kind of price I would be up against...
back costs

How Much Does Smartlipo Cost for the Whole Abdomen Area? 2 answers

I live in Texas City close to the Houston area and i would like to know around how much money will i be out of if i had my fat cells melted and skin...
before costs

Smart Lipo for Patient with History of Cancer? 2 answers

I am considering the Smart Lipo procedure but I am a breast cancer survivor (2 years) and I'm concerned of any complications due to my medical history...
before breast cancer cellulite

What to Do with Swelling After Smart Lipo? 2 answers

I had Smart Lipo done 3 weeks ago. I can't work (my job is physical fitness) and am still swollen. I had my upper and lower abs, and flanks done. One...
before flanks swelling

When to See Full Smart Lipo Results? 2 answers

I had Smart Lipo two weeks ago. Although I didn't take measurements, I took many pictures to check the differences. Was that a huge mistake? Also, I...
after swelling

When Can Sexual Intercourse Resume Safely After Smartlipo? 2 answers

I am 5 days post-procedure and all drainage has stopped from the 7 incisions of the abdominals, flanks and bra fat areas. I am still swollen and am...
after bra line female flanks sex

Fluid Absorption After Smart Lipo 2 answers

I had smart lipo one month ago in my lower and upper abdomen. I wonder how long will it takes for my body to absorb the fluid that I have around my...
after swelling

Pregnancy After Smart Lipo? 2 answers

I want to know, how long after Smart Lipo is it safe to get pregnant?
after after pregnancy pregnancy

Multiple Areas for Smart Lipo? 2 answers

I am considering Smart Lipo for my abdomen, hips, and buttocks. Will I be able to do all areas in one session, considering what I've heard that no...
before buttocks hips

Smart Lipo While Preparing for Tummy Tuck? 2 answers

What are your thoughts on an overweight person (256lbs) getting Smart Lipo in the real problem areas, while losing weight and exercising in...
before fat

Smart Lipo Consultation, Procedure, and Recovery 2 answers

I am considering Smart Lipo for my abdomen, hips, and buttocks. I live in Nova Scotia, Canada, and I'm planning to visit California for 3-4 week in...
before buttocks hips

Are Creases or Wrinkling Normal After Abdominal Smart Lipo? 2 answers

These creases in the abdomen were not there at 5 weeks but started to appear at week 6 and now at 8 weeks they seem quite permanent. They are more...
after crease

Need Tummy Tuck but Getting Smartlipo. How Much Loose Skin Will I Have After? 2 answers

After having two kids i know the best results would be with a tummy tuck but there is no way i can get the time off work and its way more then i want...
before female loose skin

Can Smart Lipo Remove Minor Fat Without Leaving Skin Loose? 2 answers

I have very little fat on my abdomen, and was told that Smart Lipo could remove the fat without leaving my skin loose or wrinkled. Is this true?
before

Good Results from Smart Lipo on Lower Abs? 1 answer

Based on my picture, if I get Smart Lipo on my lower abs will I get good results? Or would you suggest that I have my waist done as well?
before lower abdomen waist

SmartLipo for Minor Contouring and Skin Tightening? 1 answer

I'm a 41 year old mom of two who is 5'7" and 140 lbs. I work out on a regular basis (not strenuously for that matter) and I've got...
after pregnancy age 35-44 before cellulite female flanks love handles pooch

Large and Very Hard Lump After Smart Lipo 1 answer

I had Smart Lipo 3 months ago, and I now have a huge and very hard lump on my abdomen, but it's not painful. My doctor said to massage and it will go...
after lumps

Is Compression Garment Use Recomended After Smart Lipo? 1 answer

Is the use of compression garment or binder really recommended after Smart Lipo? I am wearing a garment for about a week. I had my upper and lower...
after compression garment swelling

6 Weeks After Smart Lipo - Huge Dent Between Upper and Lower Abs 1 answer

I had smart lipo 6 weeks ago. i had 300 cc removed from abdomen and flanks. i have not gain any weight, but my stomach looks larger and unnatural.. i...
300-349cc after dents female flanks lower abs upper abs

Uneven Stomach Swelling After Smart Lipo 1 answer

I had Smart Lipo done this last February. I'm happy with the results, but my only concern is that my stomach doesn't seem to be even. I already got my...
after asymmetry belly button swelling

When Can I Put my Belly Button Ring Back in After Smart Lipo? 1 answer

Hello, I am 6 days post-op from smartlipo and I'm wondering if I can put my belly button ring back in?
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Location of Abdominal SmartLipo Incisions 1 answer

Where on the abdomen area do doctors usually make the incisions for SmartLipo?
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No Results and Still Swelling After Smart Lipo 1 answer

I visited my doctor this past Saturday for my 6wk check up (its actually been 7wks since my Smart Lipo with Tumescent Lipo for abs, chin, love...
after chin swelling

How to Fix Smart Lipo Bumps and Wrinkling Skin? 1 answer

I am 5 1/2 weeks post op from smartlipo on my entire abdomen and back and want to know what is the best thing to do for wrinkling of the skin and...
after bumps wrinkles

Will my Belly Look Saggy After Smart Lipo? 1 answer

I am a fit, 44-year-old female, 5'9", 180 lbs, with no kids. I also have no stretch marks, no "sad" belly button, and with very good...
fat reduction pooch

How Safe is Smart Lipo on Multiple Body Areas? 1 answer

I know that Liposuction risks are increased. If you have multiple areas done at one time, if I am having Smart Lipo/Vaser Lipo surgery on my...
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Smart Lipo for Abdomen and Inner Thighs? 1 answer

I have some cellulite and jiggly fat on my inner thighs. I also have the lower abdomen "pouch" that I can never seem to get rid of. Will...
before body contouring cellulite fat reduction inner thighs

Immediate Laser Lipo Results Disappearing by the Day - What Can I Do? 1 answer

Received lipo 4/2/10. Immediate results seemed fantastic. Bruising and swelling was minimum for having done flanks, sides, upper and lower abs and...
130-149 lbs 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in after flanks results swelling

1 Month Post-Op Smart Lipo to Abdomen- Garment Too Tight? 1 answer

I wore the compression garment give to me my MD for two weeks as suggested The garment was uncomfortable, and too tight right about two inches above...
after compression garment dents

Will my Smart Lipo Results Get Better? 1 answer

I had Smart Lipo done on my upper and lower abs and flanks about 3 months ago. I'm not seeing much results on my lower abs, so I called back and asked...
after flanks

How Much Pain to Expect from Smart Lipo Under General Anesthesia? 1 answer

Iam getting Smart Lipo on my upper and lower adominals, and flanks, but I am only doing general anesthesia. What type of pain should I expect?
anesthesia before flanks pain

Heaviness and Bloating 6 Weeks After Smart Lipo 1 answer

I had smart lipo 6 weeks ago and I still have the hard lumps on lower abs. Usually around the evening there is a heaviness and bloating feeling. It...
after swelling

Will Fluid Pockets Go Away After Smart Lipo? 1 answer

After 2 mths; I still have fluid pockets in my lower ab after Smart Lipo. Was perfectly flat immediately following procedure and I was so excited. ...
after

Weight Gain from Smart Lipo Procedure 1 answer

I weighed 182 lbs on average before I decided to have smart lipo done on my chest and abdomen. After the procedure my weight was now 192. Had the...
after chest male weight gain

Doctor Recommendations for Smart Lipo Surgeons in Atlanta? 1 answer

I am currently in the process of researching various doctors who perform smartlipo. I am somewhat confused in the direction I should go in...I see...
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Possible to Fix Uneven Abdomen After Tumescent Smart Lipo? 1 answer

I am a male 39 never been overweight. had Tumescent with Smart-lipo done in late 2008 with a non plastic surgeon (my fault completely). The doctor...
after age 35-44 male revision uneven

What if Smart Lipo Compression Garment Isn't Tight Enough? 1 answer

I had Smart Lipo 3 days ago and ended up shrinking it when drying it. Only the elastic at the top shrunk and the doc said I could cut slits in the...
after compression garment legs results shrink tightness

No Results from Smart-Lipo 1 answer

11 months ago I had smart-lipo on my abdomen and love handle area. I realize that there is no guarantee but I was told I was a good candidate and...
after love handles results

Pulling Sensation 2 Years After Smart Lipo 1 answer

I had tumescent fluid and smart-lipo performed on my abdomen in December 2008. Since then I still have a pulling sensation on the right side of my...
after pulled

Advice on Smart Lipo Pros and Cons?

I am considering Smart Lipo for my abdomen and inner/outer thighs. I am nervous about whether this procedure is safe and produces the expected results...
age 45-54 before fat reduction thighs

Lump, Swelling, and Seroma After Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo on my inner thighs and abdomen, and went back for my follow-up on September 2008. I told the doctor how unhappy I was with my upper...
after lumps seroma swelling thighs

Smart Lipo Despite Poor Skin Elasticity?

I am 5'3"; I weigh about 128 lbs., and have about 28% body fat. I recently went to three different doctors to inquire about Smart Lipo for my...
before

Options for Swelling and Uneveness After Smart Lipo?

I had Smart Lipo on my abdomen 3.5 weeks ago. The (3X board certified, but not in plastic surgery) doctor told me it would be easy--no sweat; but...
after belly button lumps swelling

Hard Area Around Smart Lipo Incision

I noticed that in/around the area of the Smart Lipo incision feels hard. Is this because of scar tissue that is the effect of healing? It is also...
after incision scar tissue swelling

Itchy Smart Lipo Incisions and Abdomen

I had Smart Lipo on 6/9/09 and I am 2 days post op and the incision sites are itchy. They aren't leaking any foul odor, or even leaking fluid anymore,...
after incision itchy

Flying After Smart Lipo?

How soon after Smart Lipo for abdomen, hips, and buttocks can I travel by plane? I live in Nova Scotia, Canada.
before buttocks flying hips recovery travel

Pain and Discomfort Almost a Year After Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo done on abdomen and love handle area last year around August 8, 2008. I have been feeling some pain on the love handles area where...
after love handles pain swelling

Smart Lipo Cost for Abdomen, Hips, and Buttocks?

I am considering Smart Lipo for my abdomen, hips, and buttocks. I would like know, how much does it approximately cost (all inclusive)?
before buttocks hips

How Long Until Scar Tissue Forms Inside After Smart Lipo?

8 weeks ago, I had a little more Smart Lipo (1/2 litre) done after a previous op 5 months before (removed 1 litre). I had no loose skin but thickened...
after loose

Can HGH Help Tissue Repair After Smart Lipo?

I'm 50 and had smartlipo done on flanks, abs, and chest. Four and a half weeks later I feel a good amount of discomfort. Somewhere between a crazy...
after chest flanks

29 Year Old Female Considering Smartlipo for Abdomen Fat

Hello, I am a 29 year old, healthy, active woman. I am 5'3 and 109 lbs. I have a small amount of fat around my abdomen that I cannot seem to get rid...
age 25-34 before

Possible to Have Too Much Fat in Abdomen and Sides After Smart Lipo?

I carry all my extra weight in my middle area only. Is it possible to have too much fat in the abdomen and sides after Smart Lipo?
before fat

I Am Afraid of General Anesthesia, Would Smart Lipo Work for Me or Do I Need Regular Lipo? (photo)

I am 33 years old, I got 3 kids, youngest is 2 years old, 6 yers ago I got breast implants and I hd no problem with the general anhestesia, but now...
before candidate hips
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