I want to know if there's a big differ de I have. Wen leaning towards smartlipo more but I'd have to travel to receive it and SAFElipo is in my city .... so I'd just like to know if smartlipo is way more worth it effective and with the drive! Thanks in advance daesha
Answer: SAFELipo SAFELipo is a technique using power assisted liposuction while smartlipo uses a laser. The surgical result is ultimately determined by the skill and experience of the surgeon, not the technology. I have not found smartlipo able to live up to the hype and prefer the safe, consistent, and reproducible results that I can give my patients with the SAFELipo technique.
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Answer: SAFELipo SAFELipo is a technique using power assisted liposuction while smartlipo uses a laser. The surgical result is ultimately determined by the skill and experience of the surgeon, not the technology. I have not found smartlipo able to live up to the hype and prefer the safe, consistent, and reproducible results that I can give my patients with the SAFELipo technique.
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Answer: The surgeon choice is the most important, not the technique or technology. SAFElipo is a series of steps used to improve liposuction efficiency and reduce the risks of surface irregularities. This is an acronym (S:separate the fat, A: aspirate the fat: FE: Equilibrate the fat left behind) for the steps and technique. No technology or some form of power assisted liposuction is employed. Experienced Plastic surgeons have been using these steps for years but now it has become popularized. In most instances this will achieve optimal and equivalent results to other forms of liposuction. SmartLipo is a technology brand that uses laser assisted fat break down and laser assisted heating of the treatment area. Studies have shown that this reduces post operative soreness and bruising and can achieve better skin shrinkage when done using strict parameters. However, the final clinical results are on average not better. Have consultations until you feel that you can trust the advice and experience of your surgeon.
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Answer: The surgeon choice is the most important, not the technique or technology. SAFElipo is a series of steps used to improve liposuction efficiency and reduce the risks of surface irregularities. This is an acronym (S:separate the fat, A: aspirate the fat: FE: Equilibrate the fat left behind) for the steps and technique. No technology or some form of power assisted liposuction is employed. Experienced Plastic surgeons have been using these steps for years but now it has become popularized. In most instances this will achieve optimal and equivalent results to other forms of liposuction. SmartLipo is a technology brand that uses laser assisted fat break down and laser assisted heating of the treatment area. Studies have shown that this reduces post operative soreness and bruising and can achieve better skin shrinkage when done using strict parameters. However, the final clinical results are on average not better. Have consultations until you feel that you can trust the advice and experience of your surgeon.
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March 27, 2022
Answer: Liposuction Dear Didi111, type of liposuction will have less effect on your results than choosing the right surgeon. Finding the right Dr. is extremely challenging especially with the number of online platforms and resources available. There a lot of great Dr's available. Make sure he/she is a board-certified plastic surgeon. Definitely check to make sure your choice specializes in the procedure you want and spend the time to read through patient testimonials. There is a number of different sites where you can check for reviews (Realself, yelp, google, etc.).You can always pick up the phone and call around also, find an office you feel comfortable with and set up a few consultations. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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March 27, 2022
Answer: Liposuction Dear Didi111, type of liposuction will have less effect on your results than choosing the right surgeon. Finding the right Dr. is extremely challenging especially with the number of online platforms and resources available. There a lot of great Dr's available. Make sure he/she is a board-certified plastic surgeon. Definitely check to make sure your choice specializes in the procedure you want and spend the time to read through patient testimonials. There is a number of different sites where you can check for reviews (Realself, yelp, google, etc.).You can always pick up the phone and call around also, find an office you feel comfortable with and set up a few consultations. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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October 25, 2017
Answer: SAFE Liposuction Thank you for the question. Smartlipo is a device that uses a laser to coagulate blood vessels prior to and following liposuction. The energy can lead to increased scarring and potential for contour irregularities that are difficult to correct. SAFE liposuction is a technique that avoids thermal injury to the surgical area. SAFE liposuction is used to correct contour deformities following Smarlipo. My preference is SAFE liposuction, but I recommend you visit with your plastic surgeon so that you can make the right decision for yourself.
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October 25, 2017
Answer: SAFE Liposuction Thank you for the question. Smartlipo is a device that uses a laser to coagulate blood vessels prior to and following liposuction. The energy can lead to increased scarring and potential for contour irregularities that are difficult to correct. SAFE liposuction is a technique that avoids thermal injury to the surgical area. SAFE liposuction is used to correct contour deformities following Smarlipo. My preference is SAFE liposuction, but I recommend you visit with your plastic surgeon so that you can make the right decision for yourself.
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August 1, 2017
Answer: Smartlipo vs SAFElipo This is an excellent question, the answers to this question would vary greatly based on the surgeon answering the questions own techniques, experience and biases. I have limited personal experience with smartlipo. I used it for a few cases about 6-8 years ago when there was a lot of hype and although I had no problems, I didn't see the point of using a laser to burn tissue I was only going to be removing. I have a lot of experience with revision after smartlipo done elsewhere. I see at least a patient a week with what I call smartlipo deformity, a consistent pattern of tethered scar tissue beneath the skin with a dense, stuck appearing irregularity of the skin, typically on the abdomen. This is often irreparable and you can probably guess that I am not a big fan of Smartlipo for these reasons. On the contrary, I think that SAFElipo is the best development in liposuction in the last 20 years. For me, it allows more aggressive treatment closer to the skin which allows natural skin contraction. I have seen smoother results than achievable with standard PAL liposuction.
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August 1, 2017
Answer: Smartlipo vs SAFElipo This is an excellent question, the answers to this question would vary greatly based on the surgeon answering the questions own techniques, experience and biases. I have limited personal experience with smartlipo. I used it for a few cases about 6-8 years ago when there was a lot of hype and although I had no problems, I didn't see the point of using a laser to burn tissue I was only going to be removing. I have a lot of experience with revision after smartlipo done elsewhere. I see at least a patient a week with what I call smartlipo deformity, a consistent pattern of tethered scar tissue beneath the skin with a dense, stuck appearing irregularity of the skin, typically on the abdomen. This is often irreparable and you can probably guess that I am not a big fan of Smartlipo for these reasons. On the contrary, I think that SAFElipo is the best development in liposuction in the last 20 years. For me, it allows more aggressive treatment closer to the skin which allows natural skin contraction. I have seen smoother results than achievable with standard PAL liposuction.
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