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Will I Look Thin 5 Days After SmartLipo?

I'm 19, 130 lbs and 5'2" . I'm having Smart Lipo done on my outer/inner thighs, hips, knees, love handles, and back. I plan to start working...

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How Long to Wear Compression Garment After Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo done a week ago. I feel excellent and I'm healing nicely, but I feel uncomfortable wearing the compression garment. How long do I...

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Bumps, Lumps and Roping After Smart Lipo: Is This Normal?

I had Smart Lipo on my upper arms 6 weeks ago, and I'm horrified by the lumps and bumps on the underside of my arms. I look disfigured and I'm scared...

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Drainage and Swelling After Smart Lipo and Tummy Tuck

I had a Tummy Tuck a week ago. The doctor did Smart Lipo and then the Tummy Tuck. I ended up with a huge incision from waist to waist, and I am...

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How Long Before I See Smart Lipo Results to my Abdomen Area?

I had smart lipo done to my lovehandles/hips and partial upper and lower abs on July 24, 2008. I have a noticeable difference in my hips and...

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What Happens when Liquefied Fat is Not Suctioned Out?

I just had tumescent Smart Lipo done on my abdomen and a male breast reduction. The doctor suctioned out the liquefied fat after using the laser. If...

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Do the Bumps from Smart Lipo Go Away?

I had smart lipo abut a month ago and I have one fairly large hard bump on my lower abdomen. I was wondering if anyone else had something similar and...

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SmartLipo Recovery

I am having smart lipo next week.  My job requires me to lift up to 70 lbs and push and pull heavy items.  How long will I be out of work? I...

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Smart Lipo - How Can I Reverse the Side Effects?

I had my hips and pubic area done july 2008 and have had many complications post op. Because of all the swelling and skin loss in the pubic area after...

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When Will I See Results from SmartLipo Treatments?

Hi, I am 31 years old woman who has 2 kids. I did a smart lipo in the outer thigh because i always used to have a pear shape. I did the lipo one week...

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How Long Will I Have to Wear Compression Garment After Smart Lipo?

How long will I have to wear the surgical compression garment after Smart Lipo?  When do people usually switch to wearing Spanx instead?

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Blisters and Bruising After Smartlipo and Tummy Tuck Surgery

I had Tummy Tuck and Smart Lipo done last week, and I've had fever (as high as 104.1, and hangs around 101.4 when I'm taking Tylenol) since then. The...

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Terrible Itching After Smart Lipo

I am now 4 days post-Smart Lipo. Why is the itching so bad? Is it something internal or just the garments?

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Massaging Smart Lipo Lumps and Bumps

I had Smart Lipo done on my thighs a couple of weeks ago. I see that some of the doctors have mentioned that massage helps with the lumps and bumps....

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How Long Before Smart Lipo Bruising Heals?

I had Smart Lipo done on the saddlebags on my outer thighs last Friday. Not too bad, only that I had leakage on one thigh on that day. Now, I'm...

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How Soon After Smart Lipo Can I Start Working Out?

I had Smart lipo 17 days ago. When can I return to working out?

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How Long Does Swelling from Smart Lipo Last?

I had Smart Lipo done on my flanks 9 days ago, and I am still in a lot of discomfort. I'm experiencing a lot of itching, numbness, and some prominent...

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Lumps After Smart Lipo on Abdomen

I had Smart Lipo for my upper and lower abdomen. Now I have lumps and bumps. I also noticed that my thighs and calves seem to be swelling. Are these...

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Healing from Smart Lipo Bruises?

I experienced massive bruising after my procedure. I was told that was incurred by something that I took before the procedure. I am taking vitamin C,...

When Will Smart Lipo Scars Start Fading?

After getting Smart Lipo, I'm wondering, how long before the scars from the incisions start to fade? Are they permanent?

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How Long Until I See Smartlipo Thigh Results?

I had smartlipo in my outer - inner thighs about a month ago and I have not seen any results as yet. I'm a petite person 110lbs, 5'4" I work out...

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SmartLipo Burn - What Should I Do?

I had smartlipo laser lipo and now believe i may have 2nd or third degree burns. Is this normal??? the problem is the area. it is all over my pubic...

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Treatments to Correct Bad Smart Lipo Results?

I had Smart Lipo done 3 month ago. I had bad infection (Staphylococcus Epidermis) after the procedure. My stomach looks terrible and I can’t...

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Does Exercise Affect Healing After Smart Lipo?

What is the rule for exercise after Smart Lipo and does exercise impact how tight the skin can heal to the muscle wall and potentially cause dimpling...

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Better Smart Lipo Results from Wearing Compression Garment Longer?

I had Smart Lipo 4 weeks ago, and I've been wearing my compression garment ever since. If I wear the garment longer than the doctor's recommendation,...

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How Long Will Smart Lipo Pain Last?

I had smart lipo on my chin, abs and back flanks over a week ago and had hardly any bruising. However, I have a deep soreness in my abs and back. I...

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Treating Pain After Smartlipo

I had smartlipo on my arms and i didn't want to take vicodin for pain, can i take ibuprofen?

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SmartLipo Nerve Damage Recovery?

I had SmartLipo under my chin, and the dr. hit a nerve, leaving me with paralysis on the left side of my mouth. I am now 10 weeks out, and I still...

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Weight Gain After Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo 6 weeks ago, and since then I have gained weight. Does this compromise my results?

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Correcting Sagging Skin and Lumps from Smart Lipo?

I had Smart Lipo on my face over a year ago. It caused lines, a lump, and sagging skin on my neck, so my face is fine, but now my neck looks bad....

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When Will I See Final Results from Smartlipo?

I had Smart Lipo on a small area of my outer-thighs 5 days ago. The areas treated were small fatty pockets on each outer-thigh, about four to five...

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No Change on Abs After Laser Lipolysis

I had Laser Lipolysis last April 10. The doctor told me I'd be very happy with the results probably due to the fact that I have obvious muscle...

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How Soon Can I Start Running After Smart Lipo?

I'm a regular runner who is interested in Smart Lipo on my abdomen and sides but am anxious about how long I'll be unable to run after the procedure.

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Stomach Swelling After Smart Lipo on Flanks

I had Smart Lipo on my flanks 4 weeks ago. Now, my stomach looks bigger than before. Is it post-op swelling? I have been wearing compression garment...

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Swelling and Scar Tissue After Smart Lipo?

I had SmartLipo with suction over 8 months ago to my front and back thighs with only about 250CCs removed. I am petite, but wanted some refining on...

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Can I Remove Compression Garment For a Few Hours per Day?

It's uncomfortable to wear at work, so I took off my compression garmet this morning and plan on putting it back on. Will not wearing it for a few...

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Smart Lipo Triplex

I had smart lipo triplex 4 days ago on inner thighs and upper legs from knees to top. Very swollen right now and sore but minimal bruising. I can hear...

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Can Smart Lipo Cause Permanent Nerve Damage?

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...

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Looking Worse SmartLipo 7 Days Later

I had it done on my upper and lower abdoman and back. I had severe pain where I almost passed out. I was so nausous I vomitted from the pain. ...

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Tanning After Smart Lipo?

I had Smart Lipo done on my tummy about 3 weeks ago. I was wondering, should I avoid tanning?

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Boil-like Bumps After SmartLipo

I had Smartlipo one month ago on my upper arms and armpits. About 2 weeks ago, I began to have either boils or pustules under one armpit only. It...

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When Can I Expect Results from Smart Lipo and Mesotherapy?

I had Smart Lipo on my saddlebags 3 months ago. When I went in for my post-op 2 weeks ago, the doctor said he can see that the area still hasn't taken...

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When Does the Bumpiness Go Away After Smart Lipo?

I Had smart lipo done on my outer thighs 3 months ago and i have alot of bumpiness, other than that i am extremely happy with it. I have not done any...

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Large and Very Hard Lump After Smart Lipo

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...

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Traveling After Smart Lipo

I am having Smart Lipo on my chin and love handles Friday. I go to San diego the following Friday. Will I look fat and puffy?  Is it safe to...

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How Long for the Upper and Lower Abs Skin to Look Smooth After Smart Lipo?

I had smart liposuction performed on my upper and lower abs threes weeks ago. My stomach is flatter but the skin appears irregular with lumps, bumps...

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Does It Help to Do Sit-ups After Smart Lipo?

After having Smart Lipo done on the tummy, will it help to do sit ups? What are good things to do that could enhance the stomach area after the...

How Long Do You Wear Compression Garment After Smart Lipo?

I had Smart Lipo done two weeks ago on my abs, love handles, and inner and outer thighs. I am concerned after reading all of these posts because my...

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Where Would I Gain Weight After Smart Lipo?

I'm scheduled for smartlipo in December for u/l abs and flanks. If I were to gain a couple of pounds after the surgery, where would I gain it? Since...

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Will Lumpy Scar Tissue from Smart Lipo Ever Go Away?

I had smartlipo done on my abdomen and flanks 6 months ago. I wore my compression garment 24/7 for 2 1/2 months. I massaged every day and had 15...

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

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...

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How Long Does It Take for the Swelling to Go Down After Smartlipo?

And what recommended medication is good to use for the continuous pain?

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Hematoma After a Smart Lipo Touch-up?

After a touch up from an earlier Smart Lipo procedure, I ended up getting a swelling on my side the size of a half avocado (the long way). It's...

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Will Aspiration Help Improve Smart Lipo Results?

I had Smart Lipo a year ago on love handles, abdomen and inner thighs. No aspiration was done. I have seen no results, except my lower abdomen seems...

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Uneven Healing from Smart Lipo and VASER Liposelection?

I am 5'4" 130 lbs, and I had High-Def SmartLipo and VASER Liposelection done on January 28, 2009. As instructed by my doctor, I wore my...

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Fluid Build-up After Smart Lipo?

After Smart Lipo (I'm now 2 weeks post-op), I continue to have fluid buildup in my arms. I've had them drained (at least 4 drainages), but would like...

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How Tight Should I Wrap my Legs After Smart Lipo?

I recently had Smart Lipo on my inner/outer thighs and knee area about 4 days ago, and I am still very swollen. I'm going to get my compression...

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How Soon After Smart Lipo Should You Start Massage?

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

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Is Compression Garment Use Recomended After Smart Lipo?

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...

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Why Am I Not Seeing Results After my Smart Lipo?

I'm now 9 days post op on Smart Lipo on my upper and lower abs and flanks. My lower abs look exactly the same, is this normal? Did anyone else have...

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Rippling and Dents on Stomach After Smart Lipo?

Had Smart Lipo done on my back, inner thighs and stomach over a year ago. I am happy with the thighs and back but my stomach has a lot of rippling...

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

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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Is It True That a Second Smartlipo Procedure is Necessary to Correct Dimpling?

I am the outcome of a poor result with Smart lipo. I am being told that all Smart lipo procedures are not a one time procedure and that the reason(s)...

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Swelling Under Chin After Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo on my chin 4 weeks ago. 70 cc's of fat were removed. I now have a line of swelling under my chin where the fattest area used to be...

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Will the Lumpiness Go Away After Smart Lipo?

I am 44 years old and was already starting to have the uneven chin line and double chin. I had Smart Lipo 10 days ago and ended up with swelling and...

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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...

Appropriate Activity Level After Smart Lipo?

I had Smart Lipo just 6 days ago and I have had to be very active at work, I'm a Pet Groomer, can I be too active ? Is there a possiblity of affecting...

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Uneven Stomach Swelling After Smart Lipo

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...

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Exercising After Smart Lipo

I am 8 days after Smart Lipo on my upper and lower abdominals.  I have swelling etc. (as everyone else does). However, my doctor has instructed...

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Unable to Smile After Smartlipo on the Neck and Chin

Smartlipo on chin and jawline 3 weeks ago. DR. put a stitch in under chin Wore compression garment for 3 days Wore compression garment at night for...

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What to Do with Uneven Areas After Smart Lipo?

I had a smart lipo last year, and at my 6mths appointment I wasn't happy about my outer tights, so Dr. re-do the same area again, now I'm not...

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Swelling in Areas Not Treated with Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo done on my inner and outer thighs and upper arms about 5 days ago. I wore compression bandages and have no swelling in the treated...

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Hard Areas on Lower Abs After Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo on my abs and flanks 3 weeks ago. My lower abs, around my belly button, have hard areas (lumps and bumps). How long should this last?...

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Massaging Smart Lipo Neck Bumps with Arnica Gel

I had smart lipo in the neck area 11 days ago. I had relatively little fat to remove, but there was some and also the neck skin was flabby. It is much...

How to Fix Smart Lipo Bumps and Wrinkling Skin?

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...

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Cannula Lines, Hard Spots, and Discoloration Post-Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo done in October on my upper arms and chin. I now have cannula lines under my chin, so I have traded one problem for another, and now...

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When to See Full Smart Lipo Results?

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...

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No Results and Still Swelling After Smart Lipo

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...

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Is It Normal to Have Swelling Pelvic Area After Lipo to Upper/lower Abs

I had smart lipo on 11-19-2010 it appears that the swelling is moving downward....Is this Normal?

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Anything I Can Eat or Drink to Reduce Swelling After Smart Lipo?

Is there a specific drink or food I can take to help reduce extra water retention? It's been 8 weeks after surgery, but I'm still a little puffy and...

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Roping on Face After Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo on my face several months ago, and it left some "roping" on both sides of my face. What caused this? My doctor has agreed...

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Large Flanks After Smart Lipo

I'm a male and around 2 weeks ago, I had Smart Lipo on my chest, stomach, and flanks. Right now, I'm discouraged because my flanks (especially near...

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How Long Will It Take to Completely Heal from Smart Lipo?

I am a 51 year old woman. Last August, I had Smart Lipo on my jowl and chin area. I was told that healing should take 4 months, but here, we are 8...

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Not Seeing Results After Smartlipo Surgery

I'm 29 and approx 5'2, pretty small person. I did smart lipo on my upper arms on 9/16 and love handles on 9/25. Brusing is all gone after approx a...

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Could I Still Have Swelling 2.5 Weeks After Smart Lipo?

I had smart lipo on my upper abs Feb.25th My ribs and belly button are still real tender, and as the day goes on, I seem to swell. I don't feel...

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How Can I Fix the Permanent Lumps and Bruising from my Smart Lipo?

I was in great shape, thin and toned despite a little flab on my arms. I had Smart Lipo on my arms. I had Smart Lipo 7 months ago for my arms and...

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Will Not Wearing Compression Garment Cause Loose Sagging Skin After Smart Lipo?

Hi, I am a 33 year old woman, 120 lbs. 2 wks ago I had smartlipo to my neck. My surgeon also performed CO2 laser to the inside of my neck to tighten...

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What is the Best Way of Keeping Weight off After Smart Lipo?

I have been thinking about smart- lipo and i would like to know what is recommended after the surgery to keep weight at bay?

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Indentations from Compression Garment.

I had smartlipo 5-6 days ago. The first two days after the surgery the compression garment indented itself into the back of my thigh (causing the kind...

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Hands Swelling After Smart Lipo on Upper Arms

I got Smart Lipo on my upper arms... should there be a lot of swelling in the lower arm and hand?

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Hard and Bulging Muscles After Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo done 5 months ago. I have not seen the doctor, and they can't seem to let me see him. My stomach is still large and the muscles are...

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

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...

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Smart Lipo Drainage Concerns?

I'm confused about the drainage. I had Smart Lipo on Thursday April 30th. It's now day 4, and not much difference. I think I must be swollen. Drainage...

Lumps and Ripples After Smart Lipo?

I had "Smart Lipo" done 3 weeks ago on my flanks and upper and lower abdomen. I now have lumps/rope-like ripples on my mid-abdomen near my...

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Arm Skin Did Not Tighten After Smart Lipo and Ultrasonic Lipo

In 2007, I had External Ultrasonic Liposuction with Smart Laser on my upper arms to reduce the overall size and make them more in proportion to my...

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Discoloration on Arms After SmartLipo

I had Smart Lipo done about 10 weeks ago on a few areas, including my arms. They look pretty good in size but they are still very discolored and look...

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What to Do About Skin Discoloration After Smart Lipo?

I had smart lipo done 8 weeks ago to the saddle bags - outer thighs - and I still have discolored skin. The skin is darker (I am caucasian) in the...

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When Can Sexual Intercourse Resume Safely After Smartlipo?

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...

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Smart Lipo Fat Removal Amounts - Feel a Bit Cheated

Hi,I had this done less than a week ago so cannot see full results yet. The facts are these; I am 36 yr old female. 5 ft 4" tall 150lbs (bmi26)I...

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How Can I Get Rid of Skin Rippling?

I had Smart Lipo done a year ago on my inner and outer thighs, and didn't get good results. I am 5'4", and weigh 130 lbs. I have exercised...

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What to Do with Lumps on Abdomen After Smart Lipo?

I'm male, 38 years old, almost 4 months post op. I had almost 900cc's of fat removed from my abdomen and need to know if the waviness I have in my...

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Swelling and Numbness After Chin and Neck Smart Lipo

I just had Smart Lipo done on my chin/neck area three days ago. I am still a bit swollen and numb. Is this normal? Can I get away without wearing the...

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Smart Lipo to Fix Sagging After Liposuction?

I had traditional Liposuction performed about 10 years ago. I was happy with most of the results except I was left with a saggy area just under where...

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Massage After Smart Lipo on Chin?

L had Smart Lipo to my chin 6 weeks ago. Unfortunately, l am unable to contact the doctor who carried out this procedure. Should I be massaging daily...

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Swelling and Itching After Smart Lipo - Is This Normal?

I Has Lipo 3 1/2 Weeks Ago. I Think It is Called Smartlipo.  I had upper and lower abs, and waist done. I feel bigger and swollen and I itch like...

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Advice for Smartlipo Bumps - Massage? Ultrasound?

Hi. i had smart lipo done about two weeks ago and everything seems to be healing fine, and i kow its still quite early and that im still a bit swollen...

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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...

Non-surgical Tightening Options After Smart Lipo?

I had Smart Lipo done on my thighs 8 months ago. I was told approx. 8,000 cc's of fluid was removed; a lot I know, but my thighs were large and I have...

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

Received lipo 4/2/10. Immediate results seemed fantastic. Bruising and swelling was minimum for having done flanks, sides, upper and lower abs and...

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Hard Lump on Thigh After Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo done over a year ago, and still have a visible hard lump on my thigh. Will it ever go away? Any treatment options?

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

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...

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How Can I Ensure Best Smart Lipo Results?

I had my first Smart Lipo procedure in Sept 2008, and I felt great post-op; So much so that I went for a couple of walks about 3-4 days after. Well,...

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Smart Lipo - Is 1000CC Enough to Have Removed?

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 ....

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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...

Hardening After Smart Lipo

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

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Fluid Absorption After Smart Lipo

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...

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Severe Swelling After Smart Lipo for Ankles?

I had Smart Lipo to the ankles at the start of May. They removed about 1 litre of fat and I was pleased with initial results. Since then I have had...

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Dermawave for Smart Lipo Bumps and Lines?

I am going to have Dermawave treatment soon. Could you please tell me about it? Is it safe? Does it smooth out Smart Lipo problems such as bumps,...

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How Tight Should the Compression Garment Be?

I had smart lipo done on by inner thighs and love handles 2 weeks ago. have been very tight garment but need to know if I should continue to wear...

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Pregnancy After Smart Lipo?

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

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Lumps on Chin Area After Smart Lipo

Two weeks ago, I had a Smart Lipo on my chin. The fat was not suctioned out but left to be absorbed. Since I first touched my chin, there has been a...

Does It Takes 6 Months to Heal from Smart Lipo?

Is it true it takes six months to fully heal from Smart Lipo? I'm getting nervous now because one leg looks great and the other seems to be swollen in...

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Recovering from Smart Lipo on Upper Arms

I had Smart Lipo on my upper arms 3 days ago. I have some questions on my recovery so far. I am 26 years old and I am healthy. My upper arm is still...

Will my Smart Lipo Results Get Better?

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...

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What to Expect After a Smart Lipo Revision?

I had smart lipo done in August. Although my stomach is flatter the dr. is not totally pleased with the bumps and is offering to do a revision (free...

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How Soon After Smart Lipo Should I Be Pain Free?

After Smart Lipo, how long does the pain from surgery last? How do I know if the pain is lasting too long and I might have a complication?

How Long Before Smart Lipo Results Show Up?

I had Smart Lipo on my back, flanks, and under and above my bra line 5 days ago. When I have taken my garment off most of those areas don't look much...

Smart Lipo Re-touch Needed?

If unsatisfied with Smart Lipo procedure on my arms, would I be able to repeat procedure for better results?

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When to See Difference from Abdominal Smart Lipo?

After three years of battling with the belly bulge after my baby, I decided to do Smart Lipo on upper and lower abs. I had it done on Friday and...

Swollen Ankles and Genital Area After Smart Lipo?

My ankles are swollen after abs, chest and flank Smart Lipo. Also, my genital area is slightly swollen and has some blood in it. I assume my fluids...

Yellow Discoloration of Skin - Is my Compression Binder Too Tight?

I've been wearing my compression garment and binder daily and the swelling has moved to my pubic area. I understand this is normal but the skin...

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What to Do with Skin Puckering After Smart Lipo?

Post Smart Lipo of abdomen, how long does it take for skin puckering to resolve? What can I do to smooth the skin around the abdomen after Smart Lipo?...

Skin Hurts to Touch After Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo on Feb. 9th on my upper and lower abs, and my skin still HURTS to touch it. Is this normal, and is there anything I can do to help it?

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Swelling After Smart Lipo?

I had Smart Lipo to remove my love handles 7 days ago. However, I can not see any difference. Is it possible that I might be swollen and it is...

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Permanent Damage from Smart Lipo

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...

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Will Lumpy, Unsatisfactory Smart Lipo Results Get Better?

I recently had Smart Lipo done on my stomach, love handles, inner and out thighs and knees. After the first 24 hours I took off my girdle and was...

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Draining Problem After Smart Lipo?

I had Smart Lipo on my inner and outer thighs a week ago. I am draining (bright yellow discharge) out of one hole. Not a lot of drainage, but enough...

Uneven Stomach After Smart Lipo - Does This Look Normal?

I am 11 weeks post op and wanted more advice on my uneven skin on my stomach. does this look normal? why is it not smooth? my flanks turned out fine...

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Is Lump from Smart Lipo Permanent?

I had Smart Lipo on my lower abdomen 2 months ago and in the last week I have a large bulge on the left side of my abdomen that is a bit tender to...

Compression Garments - Is Tighter Better?

I am 5 days out from smartlipo and wondering about all the various compression attire I have invested in. I really should have asked this from the...

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Smart Lipo - How Much Fat Was Removed?

I had smartlipo done on my hips and lower+upper abdomen 2 weeks ago with minimal results so far.I spoke to the office and they told me they removed...

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Uneven Swelling After Smart Lipo

One week after Smart Lipo, one of my sides is hard, swollen, now bruised, and a little tender to the touch. The other side is smoother with no...

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When Does Numbness and Bruising Go Away After Smart Lipo?

How should i treat the bruises so they'll go away quickly? they are yellow/green tones and red/blue tones. basically, all different stages....

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What Garment to Use After Smart Lipo?

My question is what type of garment should I wear after Smart Lipo? Is there a specific model and I also wanted to know if it's safe to take milk of...

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Sun Damage and Water Activities After Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo done on multiple areas a week ago, and I'm healing nicely. I'm planning to go on a Caribbean vacation in 30 days. Should I be...

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Can I Expect a Good Result with Just 300cc Removed from Upper Abs?

I am athletic and toned at 5'7 and 150lbs. I recently had smart lipo on my upper abs and belly button area. I was surprised they only took out...

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Skin Damage After Smart Lipo and PAL

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...

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Why Didn't Smart Lipo Work on Me?

I had smart lipo on knees, inner and outer thigh, love handles, upper back (bra area) and upper arms. One year later and still no improvement. My...

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Healing from Smart Lipo While Working Out?

I am getting Smart Lipo on my inner thigh, flanks, and inner knee. I was wondering how long it will take for the swelling to go down. And I am an...

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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,...

Smart Lipo Blisters

I recently had Smart Lipo 2 weeks ago due to the fact that I had traditional lipo almost 2 years ago and wanted to correct some uneven spots. Once I...

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Is Back Pain a Common Smart Lipo Side Effect?

It's been 7 days since I had my smart lipo procedure and I am experiencing severe back pain. Is this back pain normal?

Extreme Pain Normal 4 Days After Smart Lipo?

I have extreme pain around my waist and it hurts mostly on my back. I had waist and outer thighs done with Smart Lipo 4 days ago. The other areas are...

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Could the Lump After Smart Lipo Be Expanding to Rib Area?

I had Smart Lipo (upper & lower abs) 5.5 weeks ago. 2 wks after surgery, I started noticing a lump to the left of my belly button. Since the...

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Why is Recovery from Smart Lipo Taking So Long?

I'M 52 and I had Smart Lipo a month ago. I still have pain, numbness, and swelling. Why is it taking so long for me to recover?

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Is Hair Loss a Smart Lipo Side Effect?

I had smart lipo in September last year. By November, I started shedding hair and it hasn't stopped. I've been to the doctor but we are now just...

Smart Lipo Results on Outer Thighs?

I just had a Tummy Tuck, breast augmentation, and Smart Lipo on my outer thighs on Feb 6th. I have been crying everyday as I don't feel like I look...

Tingling and Severe Pain After Smart Lipo Normal?

Is it normal to have tingling and severe pain in the thigh area four weeks after Smart Lipo?

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Can Heat and Massage Reduce Hard Tissue After Smart Lipo?

I had Smart Lipo 3 weeks ago. I developed hardness around my umbilical area. I will like to know if is swelling or scar tissue? I was told by my...

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Numbness Due to Compression Garment After Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo 2 days ago in my thigh area and one of my legs is numb (like a pins and needles). Is this normal? I think it's from my compression...

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

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...

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Burn After Smart Lipo on Inner Thighs

I had Smart Lipo done on my inner thighs on April 3rd and was burned. It's oval-shaped, about two inches long and one inch wide on my inner thigh...

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Botched Smartlipo..what to Do Now???

I had Smartlipo done 2 1/2 years ago. My problems include: 1. One arm has a 'dent' and then a puff of fat at the top near armpit. This arm...

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Discoloration, Blotchiness, and Dimpling from Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo (with suctioning) done about 5 months ago on my inner thighs and lower abdomen. I am a 20 year old athlete and I just wanted...

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Discoloration, Bumpiness, Dark Scars from Smart Lipo Procedure (Pictures) - How to Revise?

I had Smart Lipo done on my lower abdomen & inner thighs 10mo ago and I'm very disappointed with the results. There is discoloration &...

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Endermologie or Dermawave After SmartLipo?

Which is better to smooth out lumps and scar tissue after smartlipo? I had my procedure 6 weeks ago on my upper/lower abs and flanks, and have been...

Indentations on Abdomen following Smart Lipo

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...

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Smart Lipo Follow Up Appointments?

How many post-procedure return visits to the surgeon are necessary after Smart Lipo? Is it possible for someone to travel to another destination to do...

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Painful Lump in Chest After Vaser/Smart Lipo

It's now been three months since liposuction (Vaser/SmartLipo)to reduce my chest. Since the 2 month mark my right nipple has become increasingly...

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Smartlipo Results - Sagging and Lack of Muscle Definition?

I had Smart Lipo done on my upper/lower abs and flanks. Before surgery I was 5'8/170pd. During the procedure the dr. said they had to break...

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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...

How Much Should I Ice After Smart Lipo?

Is it important to keep the ice packs on at all times?

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1 Week After Smart Lipo - I Am Covered in Bruises and Skin Feels Numb/Sore. Is This Normal?

I had Smart Lipo done last week on my banana rolls, lower abdomen and saddle bags. I had very little fat to remove, it was mostly done for sculpting...

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Scraped Feeling on Thighs After Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo done about 5 weeks ago. Parts of my outer and inner thigh feel like I scraped them on the sidewalk. Is that normal?

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Unsatisfactory Results from Laser Lipo

I had laser lipolysis on February 10, 2009. I was not expecting to have large hard nodules underneath my skin. Since the medspa has been unconcerned...

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Lumpy, Fatty Skin After Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo done on my lower outerthigh but since I had a raspberry scar that never healed from softball, I was left with a lumpy, fatty skin.It...

Still Draining Fluid Months After Smart Lipo?

I had Smart Lipo in Sept 2008. Now, my right side is hard as a rock and fluids keep coming. I've hade it drained twice and dark black blood came out...

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Smart Lipo Fat Transferred to Breast

I had Smart Lipo a few days ago on my thigh and lower abdomen area, then had the fat transferred to my breasts. I asked the nurse the day before if...

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Smart Lipo Bruising

I had Smart Lipo done on 2/12/09 and had a great deal of bruising. I know this obviously varies from patient to patient, but I had some dark, large...

Numbness and Itching After Smart Lipo Triplex on Forearm

I had smart lipo triplex touch up on my upper arms yesterday. Today, left arm is fine but the underneath side of my right forearm (lower arm)is numb...

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Burning Sensation After Smart Lipo

I am now two months post op from SmartLipo on my lower and upper abs and my flanks. I'm experiencing some serious burning sensations in my lower back...

Is It Normal to Feel Fluid Ander the Skin One-two Days After Smartlipo?

I can actually feel and hear the fluid as I touch the area. There´s as been no leaking from the "holes". Will this disaeper with time...

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Only Took out About 325CC's of Fat and Solution with Smart Lipo

I had Smartlipo done on my flanks yesterday and the Dr. only took out 325 CC's of fat and solution. Is this a common amount? From the posts...

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What Are These Small Pink/itchy/sore Bumps (NOT Liponots) After SlimLipo? (photo)

I had a SlimLipo procedure 2 weeks ago w/ a very experienced surgeon. All is well except that I have over a dozen very small hard bumps on my stomach....

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When Can I Sleep Normally After Smart Lipo?

I had my procedure done 15 days ago on my flanks and upper/lower abs. When can I begin to sleep normally? (on my sides, belly, etc...)

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Pain and Swelling 5 Weeks After Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo done 5 weeks ago and I still have pain and swelling. Will this go away? My doctor wants to run tests to see if there is something...

Is It Necessary to Wear the Compression Garment After Smart Lipo?

How long should one wear the garment and what are the advantages of wearing it and the disadvantages of not wearing it?

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Dark Line Under Buttock Crease After Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo nearly 4 weeks ago on the back of my thighs, and I've only just about been able to sit down. It has been extremely uncomfortable, and...

Is It Normal to Have No Leakage After Smart Lipo?

My mother had Smart Lipo 4 hours ago and she was told there would be lots of leakage but so far there has been very little, if any. Is this normal?

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Nerve Damage After Smart Lipo?

Can Smart Lipo produce nervous system damage on your hips area? I had it 8 days ago and, due to a horrendous clinic staff, my anesthesia wore off and...

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How Long to Wait to Exercise After Smartlipo?

I am scheduled for two Smartlipo procedures. One is my arms and the other is my thighs and buttocks. How long will I have to wait to do cardio on the...

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Recurring Fluid Collection After Smart Lipo

On 3/24, I had Smart Lipo done on my saddlebags and banana rolls. I was drained after procedure, drained again the next day, and by Friday, (3/28) I...

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Is is OK to Keep Wearing Compression Garment After Smart Lipo Recovery?

I had Smart Lipo done and I've been wearing a Macom medical compression garment for about 6 weeks. Is it okay to continue wearing this garment...

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Severe Pain During Smart Lipo?

I experienced severe pain during Smart Lipo a few days ago. I, along with my doctor, were completely baffled. I can describe it as hundreds of burning...

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How Long Should I Wear the Compression Garment After Smart Lipo?

Will I Have to Wear Compression Garment After Smart Lipo for 24 Hours? Can I Remove I During the Night After the First 2 Weeks?

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After Smart Lipo - Do I Workout with Garment on or Off?

Its been 5 weeks since lipo and im gonna start working out ans tanning, should i keep the garment on while i work out or no? or does it matter?

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Can Smart Lipo Results Be Reversed?

I wanted to smoothen my thighs to have a nicer transition from hip to thigh, but way too much fat was taken out of my thighs. I look skinny and...

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Are Creases or Wrinkling Normal After Abdominal Smart Lipo?

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...

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No Drainage After Smart Lipo?

I had Smart Lipo assisted Liposuction on my hip area and have two small incisions covered by a tiny bandage. I'm on day 6 and I haven't had any...

Uneven 2 Years After Smart Lipo on Chin

I have smart lipo to my chin area 2yrs ago and got burns on both entry areas that had to be debrided and left scars and dents. Now I look like I have...

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2 Months Post Smart Lipo: When is it Safe to Have a Revision?

I had smartlipo 2 months ago. I wore the band for 3 days straight and then for 3 weeks at night. I do not wear it anymore. At first I was happy with...

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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...

Heaviness and Bloating 6 Weeks After Smart Lipo

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...

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What Will Happen to the Melted Fat in my Thighs After Smartlipo?

I had smartlipo done on my outer and inner thighs over a week ago. My legs are even bigger than they were before. As I was getting the procedure done,...

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Indentations After Smart Lipo

I recently had Smart Lipo with aspiration on my love handles about a month ago. I can't seem to see a difference but I have noticed two large dents in...

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Appetite Changed After Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo done about 8 weeks ago, and I can't seem to keep myself away from food! I am always hungry, and thats not normally like me. Is this...

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

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...

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Arnica After Smart Lipo?

What's Arnica and why and how should I use it post Smart lipo?

Hot or Warm Soaks After Smart Lipo

I am a healthy 35-year-old female who recently lost 85 pounds (and counting). I am 142 lbs, size 6, with athletic build. I was told by my doctor that...

How Long Until I Can Exercise After Smart Lipo?

I had smart lipo done last week, how soon before i can truly excercise? I am getting concerned that it is going to take a lot longer then i expected...

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

Is the recovery time different for smart lipo when compared to traditional liposuction (for the abdomen)?

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Lumpiness or Skin Damage Post Smartlipo Triplex / PAL?

I am 4 weeks post "high definition" smartlipo triplex combined with PAL. we did abdominal and flank/back definition. i had concerns from the...

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How to Even out Saddlebags After Smart Lipo?

Is there anything aside from getting Smart Lipo again, that can be done to even out saddlebags? My left side is noticeably larger than the right.

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Will I Re-gain Weight in my Stomach if I Get Pregnant After Having Smart Lipo on my Abs?

I'm nervous about getting pregnat after spending all this money on Smart lipo to my upper and lower abs? Will it go back after having a baby?

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Will Fluid Pockets Go Away After Smart Lipo?

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. ...

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Buttocks Wedge Excision- Should the Extra Skin Be Removed or Fold in ?

I had smartlipo on the gluteal crease (wish i never had) now i have an empty skin pocket for which my doctor adviced me to have a wedge excision under...

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Best Way to Get Rid of Lumps After SmartLipo?

Hello. I have SmartLipo a month ago and my lumps have grown bigger, harder and more pronounced. My stomach look really bad. I am very concerned... and...

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What to Do About Scar Tissue Forming After Smart Lipo?

I am male, in my late 20s who is very healthy and fit and had some stomach fat that would not go away with exercise. I had Smart Lipo to the upper...

Bruising Around Incisions After Smart Lipo

I have 2 incisions around lower abdomen area and they don't seem to want to close and heal up. I have been putting peroxide on them to hopefully...

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No Skin Tightening After Smart Lipo

I went in for a Liposuction consultation, and was sold on Smart Lipo; I was told there would be noticable skin tightening. Six months later, I still...

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Weighing More After Smart Lipo?

Hi, I'm just a few days post op (3 days to be exact) and I was allowed to take off the gauze and shower for the first time last night. However, I'm...

Can You Fix Indentions and Scars from Smartlipo on the Face

7 months ago i went to see a Dr about removing some fat due to chubby cheeks. He suggested smartlipo over microlipo as he is one of the best in the...

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Is Roll of Fat Above Belly Button Normal After Smart Lipo?

I had Smart Lipo done on my abs over 2 weeks ago and now have this ridge above my belly button that looks like a roll of fat accompanied by sagging...

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Can Varicose Veins Occur After Having a Combination of Lipo/smart Lipo Procedure?

I had a combination of lipo and smart lipo done in March 2008 on love handles, outer and inner thighs. I had to go to a vascular doctor recently...

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How Often Should I Have Post-op Check Ups with my Doctor?

I am 4 weeks post op (Smart Lipo) and I have only seen a nurse at 1st week. The receptionist won't schedule me to see the doctor until 2 months post...

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Unusual Feeling on the Stomach After Smart Lipo?

I had Smart Lipo last May 15. Sometimes it feels like something in my lower stomach area is shifting. I'm also still pretty sore around the lower...

Normal Energy Setting for Smart Lipo?

I had smart lipo done on my chest. After surgery was over with, and i took off the foam on my chest, i had a HORRIBLE burn/gaping hole under my right...

Fat Rolls Still Present After Smart Lipo

I notice when I take off my garment to take a shower, the "rolls" of fat are still there. Is that typical, and how long will it take the...

Is It Better to Stay Active, or Stay Laying Down and Sitting After Getting Smart Lipo?

I just had smart lipo for my neck, I wanted to know if i can stay lightly active or if it's better to just stay put. what are some of the ways i...

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No Results from Smartlipo?

I had Smart Lipo about 2 weeks ago on my abs and love handles, and I really don't see any results. If anything I have become bigger in my lower...

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What Does the Swelling Look Like from Smart Lipo?

Will the swelling from smart lipo generally stay in the area where the procedure was done? Or will there be swelling in other areas of the body too?

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How Soon Can I Fly After Smart Lipo?

I live overseas and am due to head back home, but still tender and extremely swollen, with swelling migrating down to my feet. How soon after Smart...

How Can I Minimize Swelling After Smart Lipo Done 2 Weeks Ago?

I had my upper and lower abs, love handles, and flanks done 2 weeks ago. the swelling started to set in a few days ago. im going on vacation this...

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Scars and Indentations After Smart Lipo

Loved the answers re: 5yrs later scars and indentations after smart lipo to my chin causing burns and uneven chin line. Had facelift 1yr prior and was...

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Is It Normal to Have Discoloration 5 Months After Smartlipo?

I had Smartlipo done on my lower abdomen 5 months ago and there is still some discoloration/ hardening. Although my stomach appeared to have gotten a...

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Vomiting After Smart Lipo

I just had my smart lipo on my upper and lower abs today got home around 330 i threw up there and i have been throwing up here periodically especially...

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Smartlipo W/waterjet 1 Yr Ago and Have a 1" Lump Below my Bellybutton How to Get Rid of It

I got smartlipo w/waterjet 1 year ago and I have a 1" lump below my bellybutton under the skin that is numb and feels more dense, how can I get...

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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...

Corrective Procedure Post-SmartLipo?

Hi, I had smart lipo like a year ago, I used to have beautiful stomach, but I didnt like the little tiny stomach hanging, so I made the stupid...

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Is It Possible to Have a Hernia from Smart Lipo?

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...

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How to Fix Smartlipo Arm Dent & Pain and Bumpy Abs

I had smart lipo almost three years ago. I have these problems: 1. A 'dent' in my upper arm ...like they went too close to the muscle then it...

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How Are Smart Lipo Results Superior to Alternatives for Enhancing the Stomach?

How does smart lipo compare to the other types of liposuction on the abdomen? compared to Liposculpture? or others?

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Would Gaining Weight in my Hips Affect Smart Lipo in my Stomach?

Received Smart lipo 3 months ago on my stomach, upper/lower, flanks and "bra fat"..3 months later at follow up appointment showed no changes...

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At 5 Weeks After Smart Lipo, Am I Seeing Final Results?

I had Smart Lipo done on my abdomen 5 weeks ago and I don't feel like there has been any improvement over the past few weeks. I know they say you...

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Had Smartlipo 6 Months Ago. Pictures & Measurements Haven't Changed

Hi, I have had Smartlipo 6 months ago and do not see/feel a difference. My measurements are still the same and my before/after pictures don't look...

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Vaginal Discharge After Smart Lipo - Normal?

The lipo was done to my abs and flanks. It has been almost 3 wks and I noticed it about 5 days after the procedure. I also have an IUD so I was...

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Weight Gain from Smart Lipo Procedure

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...

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How to Remove Pen Marks After Smart Lipo?

Whats the Best Way to Get the Marker off my Back and Tummy from Surgery? it will be a week tomorrow 3/4/11 i had smart lipo done

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No Leakage After Smartlipo on Flanks Yesterday - Is That Normal?

I just had smartlipo on my flanks yesterday. the procedure went by smoothly but i was told to expect leakage. but its the 2nd night and i have not...

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Anesthesia-Feeling in Places w/ Lumps and Bumps - Normal?

Did translucent smartlipo inner and outer thighs,and arms.4 weeks ago. in my arms, when i do put them up, i feel like things are stretching inside.and...

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2 Months Post-smart Lipo but Do Not See Any Results. Is This Normal?

My doctor took out 750ccs of which 475 was pure fat. The procedure was extremely painful so I am afraid to have the procedure redone. However, I do...

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Surgical Drain After Smart Lipo?

Is it necessary to get a surgical drain installed after Smart Lipo? The fat will be liquified using the Smart Lipo laser, then suctioned out (i.e. not...

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Spray Tan OK 1 Month After Smart Lipo?

I am 4 1/2 weeks post op from smart lipo procedure on my saddlebag and banana roll area. Incisions are all healed and have some swelling. Is it ok to...

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Hyperpigmentation Resulting from Smartlipo, How Long Until this Should go Away? (photo)

My plastic surgeon has told me that the skin discoloration I have experienced from smartlipo is post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. He gave me...

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Skin Was Tighter Before Smartlipo

I'm 24 years old, stay very active and fit; but due to my mother's genes I couldn't ever get my abdomen, flanks, and thighs how I wanted...

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How Long Until I See the Final Results of Smart Lipo on the Upper Arms?

I did my upper arms with smart lipo ..how long do u think i will see the real effects

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Normal To Have Swelling After Smart Lipo Garment Removal?

I had SmartLipo on Nov 18. (2 weeks ago today) and was told my my surgeon to wear the garment 24/7 for the first two weeks. I called him this morning...

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How Soon After Smartlipo Can I Start the HCG Diet

Hi, I had smartlipo done on my chest 5 days ago, and I'm thinking about starting the HCG diet. Is it too soon to start? I'm a 28 years old...

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Tissue Inflammation/Swelling After Smartlipo/Vaser

I received a combination of vaser/smartlipo on my upper & lower abdomen on 2/17/11. I had really bad swelling the moment the procedure was done....

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Smart Lipo Results

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...

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

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...

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My Limitations After Smart Lipo?

I had a Smart Lipo on my posterior hips yesterday. Is it okay to walk around and lay down in any position? What is "over doing it"? I'm...

Smart Lipo Scars - Tender and Oozing 7 Months Post-op?

I Had Smart Lip 7 Months Ago. I Am Having Problems with my Scars Healing. My scar had healed, then started to get tender and oozed liquid.

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When Will I Start to See Results from Smart Lipo MPX of Inner Knee?

I'm 5'7-128lbs and had SmartLipo MPX of my inner knees 11 days ago. My knees look just as they did before the procedure. The doctor said he...

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Post Smart Lipo: Empty Skin Pocket on Gluteal Crease

I had smartlipo on my buttocks (gluteal crease)4 months ago,and now the result is worse than before. I ended up with an empty skin pocket. My doctor...

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Is It Normal to Have a Rash After Smart Lipo?

I had my upper and lower abs done yesterday and there is minimal swelling and bruising as expected, but I also have a very itchy rash covering most of...

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Pain in Fingers After Upper Arm SmartLipo

After having smart lipo on my upper arms, i have pain in two fingers on one hand. The doctor has me taking 800 mg. of ibuprofen four times a day for a...

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Possible to Fix Uneven Abdomen After Tumescent Smart Lipo?

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...

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Is Hot Sensation and Tenderness 1 Month After Smart Lipo - Normal?

Got smartlipo on my chin a month ago.Now almost a month after, bruising is gone, and im not AS sensitive to touch, but it's still quite painful...

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Massive Indentation and Lumps After Smart Lipo to Arms, Will This Go Away Over Time? (photo)

I have been 3.5 weeks post op. I have limited mobility in the arm and indentations. Will this go away or do I need immediate follow up.

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Fluid Pocket, Burning Sensation, 2 Weeks After Smart Lipo

Im 13 days after smartlipo in my abs, flanks and axila/bra area and 5 days ago I developed a big wavy pocket next to my belly button the size of a cd,...

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How Can I Help Get Best Results After Smartlip?

I am 1 week post op and i was told that i needed a tummy tuck but i choose not to have it (to invasive). Now i can see that the fat i had on my lower...

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Is Nausea Normal After Smart Lipo?

I had smartlipo yesterday I have been nauseate since is this typical?

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How Do I Tell if I Have an Infection After Smartlipo?

I had Smartlipo Friday morning, last about 4 hours. They did upper and lower abd's, waist/flank. They took about 3700cc's. I have a very high...

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With Dimpling and Nodularity 13 D After Smart Lipo Soften/resolve, or Do I Need Revision?

I had a vertical incision following myomectomy and csection, but the left side was sewn at least 1 cm higher leaving me with a lump, and the scar was...

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Lower Ab Lumps After Smart Lipo

I Just Got Smart Lipo of the Thighs, Flank/ab's (Upper/lower) and a Breast Aug Done 17 Days Ago. I am very pleased with my results except for the...

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Permanent Damage from Smartlipo on the Neck?

I an an esthetician at a practice and I recently saw a patient that had Smartlipo on her neck. She had the procedure about 3-4 weeks ago and is...

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Dark Spots After Smart Lipo

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...

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How Long Will this Tight Feeling Last After Smart Lipo to Flanks and Abdomen?

I have extreme tightness around my core area where I had smart lipo (laser). I had the flanks, upper/lower abdomen, and waist done. I feel like I have...

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Smartlipo w/suction done 5 weeks ago - No results?

Good morning! So I had smart lipo done on Sept 22nd. It has been 5 weeks and I dont see ANY results. The only good thing is all the bruising is gone...

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I Had Smartlipo and the Fat Wasn't Suctioned Out!

Hi, I had smartlipo done 10 days ago and I am kicking myself now because i didnt do proper research before and chose a doctor based on availability...

3 doctor answers

Do New Mothers Take Longer to Recover from Smart Lipo?

How long is the usual recovery time after having Smart Lipo for a new mother? Should I expect more bruising or side effects from smart lipo due if...

3 doctor answers

Length of Time for SmartLipo Procedure?

OK So my mom had smartlipo done on her flanks, her upper back, and her stomach and that little front underarm pouch. it took the doctor about 2 hours....

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What Causes the Swelling from Smart Lipo?

What CAUSES SWELLING from Smartlipo in the first place? All this talk about the swelling and how long it will last, but no one seems to wonder WHY...

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I Have Nerve Damage from Smart Lipo on my Upper Arms Two Months Ago. What Can I Do?

The doctor had me taking 800 mg. of ibuprofen four times a day for weeks. It feels a little less painful now but I still have some pain and annoying...

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In Need of Fat Grafting After Bad Liposuction: Can I Ask Original Doc for a Refund?

I had smartlipo almost three years ago. I have a dent in my upper arm, pain, and a puff of fat at the top that looks ridiculous. My abs are bumpy like...

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How Can I Get Rid off Smartlipo Bumps on my Upper Stomach I Had for Years

How Can I Get Rid off Smartlipo Bumps on my Upper Stomach I Had for Years

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Hardness After Smart Lipo, Is this Scar Tissue?

Normally how long it last? Is there a possibility of hardness or scar tissue to stay permanent? if it does what causes this and possible treatment?

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Lump on Jawline After Smartlipo- What Is This?

I am 22 years old and I have had smartlipo done under my chin and my jawline. It has been a week and although the swelling has gone down considerably...

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Skin Sensitivity After Smart Lipo on Flanks

8 wks post smart lipo on flanks. feel worse than at 2 wks! sunburn-like pain is so bad i can't wear a bra (not good when you are DD's). wear silk...

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Bruising and Loss of Sensitivity in Genitals After Smart Lipo in Male

I did smart lipo 4 days ago and my male genitals are bruised and i have no sensitivity in my penis. How long this symptoms will last?

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What Could Be the Cause for No Results After Smartlipo?

I am a little over 6 months post smartlipo and no results are seen. Not even down to pre-op measurements. One Dr suggested I gained weight, and...

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10 Wks Post Smart Lipo with Constant Burning Pain in L Groin, Will This Ever Go Away?

Inner and outer thighs were done. Still also with some numbness in some areas but the burning pain in the L groin is constant.

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What is the Success Rate of Smart Lip when Compared to Traditional Liposuction Techniques?

What areas of the body does Smart Lipo have by far the best results over other other procedures?

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Is Burping Up Iodine for Three Days After Smartlipo Normal?

After Smartlipo I burped up nasty tasting Iodine for three days, is that a normal part of this?

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Large Mass After Smart Lipo?

SmartLipo done on 3/8/11. Day after my results were PERFECT, but now I have a large ball below my navel to the right a bit. I have had 1 Dermasonic...

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I'm Heavier Now then Before I Had Smartlipo 1 Week Ago. Is This Normal?

I am worried that i am gaining weight again even after spending 5000 on smartlipo 7 days ago. I want to jump back on the treadmill and start working...

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600cc Taken for Smart and Vibro Lipo

I had smart and vibro lipo 3 days ago. I am 5'4 and 138 lbs. Although I know I will be bruised, swollen and not see results for sometime, I am...

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Is Local Anesthesia for Smartlipo Pain Normal?

I recently had Smartlipo in my core area. It took about half an hour for the front and half an hour for the back to inject the local. I was told the...

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No Results from Smart-Lipo

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...

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Swollen, Hard, Tender Under Chin 10 Days After Smartlipo, Is This Normal?

Had smartlipo on chin area only 10 days ago. Been taking Arnica Montana starting 2 days before surgery, drinking lots of water, & exercising. Chin...

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Is It Normal For Skin To Be Lumpy and Uneven Two Days After Smart Lipo?

I had smartlipo laser done 2 days ago and my skin is not smooth and even. I'm very worry not even though the Doctor told me it takes about 6mos...

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Have I Reversed my Smart Lipo Results?

It has already been 21 days since my smart lipo.I saw results one week ago, but now my tummy seems to have come back and even bigger.It looks like I...

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Lipo-(smartipo) 4 Weeks Ago. I Had my Upper/lower Abs, and Waist Done.

I am very itchy and I feel as if I am bigger than before. Is this going to get better or did I just do something that I should not have? I need a...

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500cc's Removed from Flanks/love Handles and No Results After 5 Weeks. Is This It?

I am 5'6 120 pounds with a BMI of 19. All my fat seemed to go directly to my love handles and flanks so I decided to get smart lipo on them. It...

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Can I Get Uneveness and Waviness Fixed

I had Smart Lipo in 2008. The Dr Did took more fat from my right side of my belly button then left. It left me when I push my stomach outward, my...

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Laser Smart Lipo Side Effects- Burning Sensation 1 Month Post Op.

I had laser smart lipo almost a month ago. I am still having a BURNING sensation all over my core area. I feel like my skin is raw and it hurts. I am...

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Smart Lipo Knee Surgery stiffness?

Will I be stiff from smart lipo of the knees, similar to having a sprain. Will it be very difficult to walk around after the procedure?

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I Have a Terrible Pain in Ulnar Nerve After Having Smart Lipo Done on my Arms. Is This Common?

I am 5 days out of surgery from having Smart Lipo done on my arms. I have a terrible pain by my funny bone and I think it may be my ulnar nerve, but I...

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Swelling Worse Than Ever

I had smartlipo and vasor on my upper/lower abs/lovehandles 10 days ago.FYI- dr said he took out 4 lbs. I wasn't huge to begin with(size 4.) The...

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After Water Jet Lipo and Smart Lipo, Side Getting Hard From Fluid, Seroma?

I had water jet lipo done at the beginning of June. Along with that he included smart lipo to help tighten the skin. During the procedure the right...

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Sore Upper Arms 2 Months After Smart Lipo - Normal?

I Had SmartLipo Two Months Ago on my Upper Arms and They Are Still Sore. Is This Normal?

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Smart Lipo 2 Weeks Ago, Skin Feels Tight?

I had smart lipo in my inner thighs/ back of my legs. I'm a 17 year old, 102 lb, 5'1" dancer. I didn't have much fat on my body prior...

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Not Seeing Any Change 7 Weeks After Smart Lipo?

I had smart lipo done exactly 7 weeks ago and I do not see a difference. I saw a slight one up until 2 weeks ago and now I just feel like I have gone...

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Is the Laser They Use in SmartLipo to Liquefy Fat Harmful to Health?

What problems are there with the liquefied fat from SmartLipo, what side effects might someone experience? Can fat become infected?

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Sweating More After SmartLipo Under my Arms and Thighs Normal?

Sweating a lot more than I did before. I heard that SmartLipo helps with sweating. I seem to be having the adverse effect. I had my abs, calves, and...

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Pulling Sensation 2 Years After Smart Lipo

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...

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Hardness on Inner Thigh 2 Months After Smart Lipo

I am 2 mos post smart lipo inner thigh/anterior and knee. Is hardness and a little swelling as well as lymph nodes normal at this point?

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Sunbeds After Smart Lipo?

Is it okay or not?

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What Happens to the Fat After Smartlipo (w/o Suction)?

I've read some reviews that said that the body will absorb the fat gradually and another said the body might form infection due to devitalized fat...

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3 Months After Smartlipo - (Inner Thigh), is It Normall/usual to Still Have Area of Hardness?

3 Months After Smartlipo - (Inner Thigh), is It Normall/usual to Still Have Area of Hardness?

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Becoming Thicker in Other Areas After Smartlipo

Hello, i recently got smartlipo about 5 months ago (inner/out thighs, banana, and flanks) I am young (22), and in great shape and count calories....

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Had Smartlipo, and Turkey Waddle Looks The Same. When Will Final Results Show?

I'm 37 years old, my face is great, well I have a turkey waddle, so I had smartlipo on my lower face my chin and neck 5 weeks ago. I see a...

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Benefit To Lymphatic Massage After Smart Lipo?

I had smart lipo on my abs and flanks friday the 9th. I have heard of people getting lymphatic massage done. Is there a bebefit to this? Just need a...

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Will I Look Like Post Op Day 1 After Swelling Finally Subsides? (photo)

I loved my post lipo results on day 1 - 12 hours post surgery. Its exactly what I had hoped for. I am now week 8 and I know that I still have swelling...

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How Soon Can I Get in the Pool After Smart Lipo?

How Soon Can I Get in the Pool After Smart Lipo?

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Is there anything that I can do to prove that my smartlipo procedure was not done correctly?

I had smartlipo procedure done on 11-2009 for upper, lower abdominal and flanks by an Internal Medicine Physician that changed her profession to...

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Smartlipo Touchup Lumps 6 Weeks After, Do I Need Another Touchup or is Something Else Wrong? (photo)

I had a smartlipo touchup done on my stomach around my bellybutton for a small lump I had from the last time, doctor said it was some fibrosis. It is...

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How Long After Smart Lipo Can I Begin Accutane?

From what I know, one should wait at least six months after stopping Accutane before undergoing any kind of surgery. However, I have not been able to...

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Unhappy With Smart Lipo Results 9 Months Post- Op, What Are My Options?

I’m 44, 5’4”, 119 lbs. I have smart lipo performed on my lower abs, inner and outer thighs 9 months ago. Not satisfied with the...

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What Can I Use to Put on an Old C Section Scar Now That I Have Had Smart Lipo.?

I had s.lipo thursday. My c section scar is irreitated and breaking open. Can I put anything on that area without the risk of getting an infection? I...

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Belly Button Shape Changed After Smart Lipo

I had smart lipo done 5 weeks ago on my upper/lower abs and flanks. My flanks are the same as they were before if not bigger, they dont seem to be...

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How Significant Will the Bruising Be in my Abdominal Region After a Smart Lipo Procedure?

Will it bruising only be at the smart lipo tool incision site, or will it be more widespread?

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I Am 2 Weeks Post S/L, and my Weight Has Increased by 3lbs. Despite Being on a Diet. Why?

I Am 2 Weeks Post S/L,  and my Weight Has Increased by 3lbs. Despite Being on a Diet. Why?

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How to Make Area Around Belly Button Go Down 1 Month Post SmartLipo?

I had smartlipo done on Aug 15,2011. The area around my belly button is still swollen while other parts r looking good. How do I get the swelling to...

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Is It Normal to Sweat More Than Normal After Smart Lipo?

I am 2 months post op and I just seem to be sweating way more than normal. I had my thighs, calves and abs done.

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1 Month After Smartlipo Under the Eyes, When Will this Heal?

Hello.smartlipo under the eyes 1 month ago.wath to do?

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Areola Numbness from Massaging Too Hard Post- Smart Lipo?

I am a male and had smartlipo on my chest two years ago. Afterwards two hard lumps developed under my nipples. The surgeon said it was hard fat that...

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4 Weeks Post Op and Chin Looks Worse Than Before Smartlipo: Swollen and Hard Areas.

I had only a slight double chin (hereditary) before surgery so dr said I didn't need much fat removed. Around day 5 my chin started to gradually...

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Is Burning Pain Normal After Smart Lipo?

I had traditional lipo 6 months before in abdominal area. I was told there would be a revision. Instead, I went to another doctor for smart lipo, but...

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Should I Be Concerned About Old Scar Tissue from Previous Liposuction and Current Smart Lipo?

I had traditional lipo 6 mo ago and smart lipo two weeks ago on my abdomen area. I was not happy with the first results. I have many hard areas and I...

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Is It Possible to Remove All the Excess Fat in the Tummy Area at One Time with Smart Lipo?

How often is smart lipo repeated to get close to an ideal amount of fat removed from the belly?

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Smartlipo- Laser Re-do Without the Lipo?

I had smartlipo with laser on and under my jawline over a year ago. I was developing jowls. The laser tightened one side nicely but the skin on the...

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3 Months Since my Smart Lipo, Why Do My Thighs and Arms Have Odd Indentations and Waves?

Its been 3 months since my smart lipo. My thighs and arms have odd dentations and waves. The skin on my thighs never contracted and looks worse than...

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Huge Difference in my Hips After Smart Lipo Done Yesterday, WIll It Stay This Way?

Yesterday a doctor practiced a smart lipo on me. Today i have a huge difference in my hips. They do not look alike at all. Is this going to change...

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How Much Time Do You Have to Wait for a Revision with Smart Lipo?

I had Smart Lipo done on my abs and the Dr is going to go ahead and fix it but I was wondering whats an appropriate amount of time to wait before I...

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Smart Lipo on Chin Speedy Recovery?

Are there any medications or restrictions that I should consider for getting the most out of the healing process after smart lipo chin surgery?

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When Can I Be Ok Working out Abs After Lipo?

I had "smart" and traditional lipo with tumescence done 3 weeks ago. When may I return to the gym to work on abs? (too sore now but...

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Vein Broken During Smart Lipo, Do they Heal Themselves?

A vein was broken. Hematoma was drained and was I thought healing. Went down. But, then it again increased in size as I bumped it with a bin (should...

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I Had Smart Lipo 5 Months Ago on my Arms, I Don't See Any Results, Should I Keep Waiting?

I still don't see any results after 5 months Doctor says to give it 6 months...can one more month really make that big a difference? I am so...

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3 Days After Neck Smart Lipo, I Fell Asleep Without Compression Garment, Should I Worry?

I had neck smart lipo 3 days ago and last night I fell asleep without garment. I slept 9 hours. Will this affect the results? I am worried that my...

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My Doctor Wont Follow Up WIth My Smart Lipo Procedure?

I had smartlipo and have to get a revision and my doctor and the medspa had a falling out. He wont return my calls and wont see me cancelled two...

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How Effective is Smart Lipo at Dissolving Fat?

How effective is smart liposuction fat dissolving as compared to traditional and more invasive forms of liposuction that involve surgical fat removal?...

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Why is the Local Anesthesia Fluid So Painful Before Smart Lipo Procedure?

I just had smartlipo done and I was not prepared for the pain I endured. I was given something to calm anxiety but not for pain. The local anesthesia...

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I Am Still Big After Smart Lipo, Can Not Wear my Old Clothes,feel Like a Round Balloon. Normal?

I had my smart lipo don on my upper and lower abdomen and my sides.Tody is my 8th day.

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Aqualipo/smartlipo Bruising, Is this Normal?

I had aqualipo/smartlipo done on march 22. The bruising is very severe. At my one week follow up the nurse told me that some people bruise worse than...

How Can I Correct Irregularities And Deep Lines from Smart Lipo?

Is there a way to repair deep lines, and irregularities from abdomen liposuction? I am two weeks out and my stomach looks hideous. My doctor has not...

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Is It Normal to Feel More Comfortable in the Compression Suit? (photo)

I am 3 weeks out. My doctor told me to wear it for 2 weeks. I just took it off yesterday and was uncomfortable all night. I had trouble sleeping and...

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How Long Will the Results from Smart Lipo to Last for my Thighs?

How much cellulite will Smart Lipo improve for legs?

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After SmartLipo I Have Scars and See no Results, What Should I Do?

I am a female with light to medium tan skin, 135lbs/5'6, fairly active and in my mid to late 20s. I had smartlipo done last year in May 2010 on my...

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Is it Normal to Have a Large Indentation on My Right Flank After Smart Lipo?

Is It Normal to Have a Large Indentation on One Side Right at the Waist Area After Smart Lipo on Flanks? I dont have the indentation on my left side.

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Will Velashape Help with Smartlipo Results After 4.5 Months Post-op?

I had Smartlipo done in May 2011. My measurements are still the same as they were pre-surgery and my clothes still fit exactly the same. (I still...

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How much fat (in cc's) removed?

My doc told me that I had 4000 cc's of fat removed (that's fat, not fat plus lidocaine solution).  He measured it after it had separated...

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7 Months After Smart Lipo and Still No Results

Hi, I had smart lipo 7 months ago on my inner, outer thighs and knees and ive only had complications! First the laser caused a burn which has left a...

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I Had my Upper Abs Done with Smart Lipo, Will my Lower Abs Be Swollen Also?

I had smart lipo done six months ago on my upper and lower abs. I had a touch up on my lower abs three weeks ago. Would my lower abs be a bit swollen...

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4 Years Post-Lipo on Thighs- Still experience Swelling When I Run, Why?

I had inner and outer thigh lipo and was so pleased I went back for smartlipo on the back & front of my thighs. I am a runner, and I've...

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I Am Having a Burning Sensation in my Legs and my Smart Lipo Was on my Hips and Abs?

I had a upper/lower abs and hips smart lipo 11 days ago and I am having so much burning in my shins when I am in a sitting position. Is this a common...

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Chronic Fluid Retention After Smart Lipo, Is there Anyway to Alleviate this Bloating?

I had Smart Lipo performed on the abdomen twice, the most recent one was almost a year ago, in April 2011. I have noticed that after the second round,...

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I Had a Spartlipo in September 2011 and Have Not Had a Period Since?

It is now 3 months after my smart lipo procedure and have not had a period, I took several pregnancy test and they are all negative..

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Still Swollen 4 Days After Smart Lipo, is that Normal?

I had Smart Lipo 4 days ago and Im still swollen. Is that normal. Also which compression garment ismost comfortable. I am still wearing the band and...

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Shouldn't I Be Wearing a Smaller Pant's Size After SmartLipo?

I had SmartLipo on my upper abs/lower abs/waist/flanks last May, 2011. I measured myself before surgery and today I measure basically the same in all...

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Post SmartLipo Surgery, Bulging Around BellyButton and Pubic Area?

It's now day 17 after my smart lipo surgery everything looks great with my lower abs, however around my belly button still looks like it has fat...

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Smartlipo of the Belly 4 Weeks Ago and Have Alot of Pain on my Right Side, Should I be Concerned?

I had Smartlipo of the belly 4 weeks ago and have alot of pain on my right side still I'm getting scared. The doctor said everyone heals...

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is 3 Months Enough Time For a Revision After Smartlipo to Inner Thighs?

I am not happy with the result of my inner thigh smartlipo result, when can i have revision? is 3 months ok or still too early?

Can Smart Lipo Be a Cause of Umbilical Hernia?

I had smart lipo 6 months ago I never felt rite after that... I didn't gain weight and I even worked out in pool . Swimming everyday.. I noticed...

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2 Months After Smart Lipo to Lower Abs, There is a Mushy/Flabby Area, Normal? (photo)

I had lower abdomen smart-lipo done about 7 weeks ago. The area still feels a bit mushy/flubby and there are a few small hard spots under the belly...

When Will I See Results of my Smart Lipo to my Stomach Upper and Lower and Love Handles the Fat That Was Taking out As Like 2000

When will I see results of my smart lipo to my stomach and love handles the docotr took over 2000 cc of fat out. It has only been two weeks today....

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Smart Lipo and circulation?

After the initial couple of days after smart lipo, how much walking should I do during the day for good circulation?

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How to Tighten Loose Skin on Neck 2 yrs After Smartlipo?

I am 42 years old and had Smartlipo on my chin/neck area 2 years ago. I am left with sagging skin under chin area on neck, not jowls. What can be done...

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Is It Possible for Dead Melted Fat Not to Be Reabsorbed After SmartLipo?

5 months after smartlipo, I have a hard tubular lump each side of belly button, & small area close to breast bone. The lower one is very tender to...

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Small Amount of Pus 2 Days Post Smartlipo Chin- Normal?

Hi there, I had smartlipo on my chin Thurs afternoon. I have experience very little pain and no bruising! :) I saw my doctor on Friday pm and she said...

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Is Smart Lipo Touch Up More Painful?

I had smart lipo about a year ago and will be going in for a touch up. Is the touch up more painful? I've read some posts that say it is and some...

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4 Months After Smartlipo Touch Up, Could It Be Swelling Still? (photo)

4 months after my smartlipo touch up below my bellybutton, (they broke up some fibrosis and did a small touch up) could it be swelling still? gets...

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Removing Compression Garment for Weekend Okay?

I had smartlipo and cellulaze last Friday, feeling great and brusing is going away. I have to do something this weekend that is going to keep me from...

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Do You Recommend Body Magic Garment for Post Smartlipo Compression?

Is body magic recommended as a compression garment after Smartlipo

I Had Smart Lipo 5 Weeks Ago. I Still Have Burning in my Right Side and It's All Wrinkled and Lumpy and Sore, Is This Common?

I Had Smart Lipo 5 Weeks Ago. I Still Have Burning in my Right Side and It's All Wrinkled and Lumpy and Sore... Is This Common

Will Layering Compression Garment With Tank Top Have Same Effects After Smart Lipo Surgery to Abdomen?

I just had my smart lipo surgery on my stomach. Now, I am required to wear a binder / compression for at least 6 weeks. But wearing the binder...

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How Long Before Swelling/firmness Decrease After Smart Lipo?

I had abdominal smart lipo performed 6 weeks ago and am still experiencing lots of swelling. I wore my compression garment for the first 4 weeks post...

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Belly Button Incision Began Leaking 2 Most Post Op from SmartLipo, Why?

I had smartlipo about 2 mos ago on my abdomin & flanks. I had the expected leakage which subsided within 24 hrs. Left side was taking longer to...

I Am Noticing my Lower Body Smartlipo Results Have Lessened?

I stopped wearing the compression garment at night at about 3 weeks post-op, and have worn it everyday without fail and am now at 6 weeks. I am...

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Compression Garment After SmartLipo; Can I Change the Garments?

I just got smart lipoprotein on my legs and I am wearing a compression garment. The dr said I can't take it off for a week. It is disgusting...

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Did I Waste my Money? It's Been Over 1 Month Since I Did Smart Lipo and I See No Results? (photo)

Ok I see no sign of my stomach getting smaller. I had smart lipo done to my flanks and upper and lower part of my stomach and it looks like it look...

I Had a EMG Done for Nerve Damage on my Left Side Flanks Due to Smart Lipo. Why Was the Test Done on my Thigh to my Feet?

No more then 3 weeks later after my surgery on my flanks I have bee in constant pain. I have a tingling feeling and a ache in my left flake. They did...

Ive Had Smart Lipo on my Abdomen 4 Months Ago, Im Still Very Sore and Swollen is This Normal?

I am very upset its like Ive never had any surgery at all... Im frustrated, and scared ,. I spent over $9000 . Im so swollen and tender still.. My dr...

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I Had Smart Lipo on my Flanks and Hips, Can I Sleep on my Stomach Even Though I Have Two Small Incisions on my Stomach?

I just had my procedure today .....not sure if its ok , i tried to sleep on my back but it was very painful .....and im mainly draining from the two...

Seeing Uneven Results After Smart Lipo, Normal?

I am seeing more of a result after smart lipo to my left back and love handle than on the right, is this normal?

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