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

There are several components to swelling after liposuction. During days 1-4 Infalmmatory stage is the worst swelling. From 7-10 days the third space fluids are absorbed and swelling diminishes. From 3 weeks upt to 6 weeks the proliferative phase produces collagen and fibrosis which may be interpreted as swelling. From 6 weeks out the remodeling phase results in softening of scar tissue and the impression of less swelling so that by 3 months approximately 90-95 % of "swelling" has resolved.  

It can take a month or so for the majority of swelling to subside, then a few months after that for any residual swelling to totally disappear (though you may not notice it since it's such a gradual process). You should ask your surgeon about the pain. If you are in serious pain after your surgery, it may be something that requires medical attention.

Smartlipo or conventional liposuction can induce swelling that can last for several months, although the great majority of the swelling disappears by the first month to six weeks and then the residual swelling decreases slowly. check with your surgeon before taking long term pain medication to evaluate why you're having long term pain.