Traditional liposuction, while effective for body contouring, involves mechanical suction to remove fat, often leading to post-operative pain, swelling, and bruising due to disruption of blood vessels and nerves. SmartLipo laser lipolysis offers a gentler alternative.
SmartLipo utilizes laser energy to break down fat cells through a process called lipolysis. A tiny, 1-millimeter catheter is inserted under the skin to deliver the laser energy, minimizing trauma to surrounding tissues. This precision results in less bruising, swelling, and pain compared to traditional liposuction.
Often called “lunchtime lipo” due to its quick recovery, SmartLipo allows some individuals to resume normal activities within a day. The laser’s coagulating effect on blood vessels further reduces bruising and swelling. An additional benefit of SmartLipo is its ability to tighten the skin. The laser’s energy coagulates tissues, leading to skin tightening, a significant advantage over traditional liposuction, which can exacerbate loose skin.
The precision of the SmartLipo probe and laser is ideal for sculpting smaller, more delicate areas, including under the chin, jowls, and underarms (often called “batwings”). SmartLipo provides options and features not achievable with traditional liposuction, offering a less invasive and more refined approach to body sculpting.