How Much Does Smart Lipo Cost?

I posted an answer on RealSelf.com 14 months ago, reviewing "Cool Lipo and Smart Lipo from a surgeon's view." In this answer, I reviewed the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery scientific journal article noted in Dr. Brzowski's article, and appreciate his pointing out his take on this as well. Interestingly, this answer received 20 votes of "helpful" out of 23.
In terms of cost, these fancy "machines" that doctors use commonly go for around 100K, and the SmartLipo machines are in this range. The money to pay for this comes from fees charged to the patient. So, a physician has no choice but to hope that such a machine drives in a lot more business, or else the only way to make up the cost is purely through higher fees. I have taken care of patients that have had burns requiring surgical procedures to repair from these "better" technologies of laser lipolysis and ultrasonic liposuction.
Bottom Line: Judge for yourself. There are numerous patient reports on this website, both pro and con, regarding SmartLipo and other technologies. In my mind, the public does seem to have a love affair with anything that says or rhymes with "Laser." But try to get beyond the marketing stuff as best you can. RealSelf.com is a valuable tool to help you do just that. Hope this helps.

There have been many different generations of Smart Lipo.  The latest is the triplex which adds a third laser wave length a 1440.  Studies show that the 1440 has more effective fat "break up". this allows for faster more effective treatments.  It is also safer as it monitors the temperature and speed at which the doctor performs the procedure. So before you look at cost other factors need to be taken into consideration:


What generation Smart Lipo is the doctor using?

Where is the procedure being performed?  I only perform it in a nationally accredited surgical center.

How is the doctor removing the fat? I use the aqualipo system that gently removes the fat using the power of water.

Does the doctor himself perform the procedure?


Cost does vary per area, but runs approximately $3000 for the first and $2000 for each additional area.  


 

The cost of any  procedure can vary significantly based on your specific needs. One area may be quite different from that in somebody else. Also, many patients need other treatments to give them the best result. Smart lipo is an example. Many patients may do well with standard liposuction, but many may require an additional treatment with an energy source to help break up the fat and shrink skin. Other treatments that may be useful in this context and can help contribute to price include J-plasma skin tightening, sculpsure noninvasive fat reduction, Kybella, etc..The most important thing you can do is find a surgeon who is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, has a long record of success with body sculpting and can show you some amazing before-and-after photos that are comparable to your specific needs.I wish you the best,Dr. Gabbay

The cost of a liposculpture procedure varies as it depends on each patient's condition and what is needed to achieve your aesthetic goals. I suggest getting a formal evaluation with a hi-definition physique expert who can evaluate your needs and give you a proper cost estimate. Best, Dr.Emer

Hi! Thank you for the question. The average cost of SmartLipo varies from patient to patient depending on a variety of factors. The national average states between $1,500 and $7,500 for each area of the body treated with SmartLipo. I hope this helps. Best wishes!

Hello,
Thank you for your question. You are wise to research both the expertise of your surgeon as well as the average cost of cosmetic surgery procedures in your area. While it is certainly wise to pay for expertise over going with the lowest quote available, it’s important to do your research and understand what you are paying for.
I do not charge a set price per area as different goals and different body sizes require differing amounts of time. That said, I am upfront and transparent about pricing during the initial visit, so that the patients feel confident in both the surgical plan and the price. I also work with patients who prefer a payment plan, as I know the out of pocket expenses can be challenging. 
Finally, I make certain to discuss all the associated cost with the patient. Payment plans include both the costs of the surgery as well as follow up care. After surgery I want my patients focused on their health and well being, free of any financial worries.
Best wishes,
Dr. Moein

Different doctors evaluate the areas for liposuction in different ways. In our practice we consider the liposuction per areas. For example in average, the abdomen is four areas, the back is six areas, the waist is two areas, the arms are two areas and it goes on. In general the price in our practice is more per areas than per the amount of fat that is removed. In the state of Florida we have a restriction where we can only remove four liters of fat. 

Thank you for your question. For a circumferential abdomen (front of abdomen, flanks, back, bra fat, etc.), we have a set up fee of $1,000. We have a package rate for all of those areas combined of $5,500. This is a total of $6,500 for circumferential Smart Lipo of the abdomen. This also includes skin tightening, whereas traditional liposuction does not. I hope this helps answer your question,

This is a wonderful and very common question. With liposuction I price per area in my practice. An area is always bilateral meaning if you are requiring smart liposuction to the inner thighs it is priced as one area for both thighs. If you would like to add additional areas the cost is then discounted per each additional area added. I do not base my cost off of the amount of fat removed as I feel you deserve the best possible outcome. Your cost is all inclusive with no additional fees. I do hope you have found this information helpful!

SmartLipo is laser assisted liposuction. Its probably better to research who is doing your procedure. One of my patients recently had SmartLipo but had poor results and was burned! She said "I didn't know that my cosmetic surgeon was not a Plastic Surgeon" We had to fix her abdomen and other areas damaged by the laser. Cost should not be the only criteria for selecting your Plastic Surgeon. Experience and training matters a lot. Non Plastic surgeons (cosmetic surgeons) tend to charge less than Plastic Surgeon. Below are other criteria to use when selecting a Plastic surgeon.Questions to ask (Answering NO is a big red flag)1) Are you a plastic surgeon? (Do you know difference between cosmetic surgeon & plastic surgeon)2) Are you board certified in Plastic Surgery?3) Will the procedure be performed at a fully accredited procedure room or ambulatory surgery center4) Do you have hospital privilege to perform liposuction or SmartLipo? 5) Do you offer complication insurance (it does happen, it better to be safe)The most important decision is to do your homework well. Any doctor can offer SmartLipo. Its our duty to know who is doing your procedure. Good luck.

The cost depends on the surgeon, but it's usually based on the number of areas you have done, as well as what those areas are (larger areas, like the love handles, are usually more expensive than smaller areas like under the chin).The amount of fat removed doesn't usually affect the price.