I'm having SmartLipo of my gluteals, hips, flanks, and outer thighs tomorrow! I'm also supposed to cycle 2 long distance rides (65 miles each day) for charity 2 weeks later. Will cycling reduce or increase the length of time for swelling to decrease?
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Swelling after Smartlipo takes several weeks to fully resolve, so at this point it's tough to say whether the area you are concerned about leftover fat or just mild swelling in the tissues that's causing the bulge. Special massage techniques and heat to the area, under the guidance of your...
Smartlipo deformity is something we see all too often after smartlipo, literally on average one patient a week with a very similar story and outcome. Smartlipo uses a laser to burn the fat deep to the skin prior to liposuction. When done in an irregular or aggressive fashion the burned s...
Smart Lipo is typically not advised if you are wanting a BBL. The laser energy (smart lipo) will heat up the fat and melt it, making it useless for grafting. Recovery typically for a BBL is 9-14 days depending on the volume of fat removed. You should be able to continue to do your work at a d...