Smart Lipo is a body contouring procedure that leaves the patient with a perfect aesthetic. The process harnesses the power of laser energy, sculpting the body contours.
The ideal candidates for smart lipo abdomen are both men and women struggling with fat around the abdomen. Smart lipo is also ideal for getting rid of unwanted fat pockets on various body parts. Typically, doctors recommend Smart lipo to patients who have tried fat-loss methods such as a healthier diet and exercise with no success.
The doctors will examine your overall health and make sure you do not suffer any health problems that cause a fat removal procedure, such as Smart Lipo, a potential health and wellness concern.
Smart Lipo is ideal for addressing excess fats around the hips, buttocks, and abdominal area.
For most clients, Smart Lipo takes 2 hours. However, the overall treatment duration depends on the number of affected areas or the area treated during the Smart Lipo procedure. Besides, the treatment duration will depend on the amount of fat you are targeting to lose during the procedure.
After the body contouring procedure, you may experience the following side effects:
However, these side effects will resolve within a few days after the treatment. Usually, Smart Lipo side effects are fewer, milder, temporary, and involve a small level of discomfort. Some rare risks may include infection and hematoma.
Generally, Smart Lipo is one of the body contouring procedures with a faster recovery time. Compared to conventional liposuction, Smart Lipo makes an excellent option for patients who do not want to experience prolonged downtime.
To ensure faster recovery, you should avoid any strenuous activity, and get plenty of rest. Besides, the patient should limit the intake of sodium to help healing and recovery.
Generally, the procedure has a high success rate. The patients will notice the full results within two to three months after the procedure. Patients need to understand that Smart Lipo does not tighten loose skin.
The two alternatives for smart lipo are:
Cool sculpting applies targeted cooling to the trouble spots, freezing and eliminating fat cells. The procedure can reduce stubborn fat by up to 20-25%. You can repeat the cool sculpting procedure safely after three weeks.
Non-surgical body sculpting removes and reduces the pockets of stubborn fat. The procedure involves several sessions in order to get rid of the excess fats effectively.
Smart Lipo is a laser-assisted liposuction procedure that gets rid of excess fat and tightens your loose skin. Therefore, the laser goes inside your body and targets the fat layers through a small cannula or tube. The heat from the laser causes the excess fats to soften, making it easier for the doctors to get rid of the fat.
The doctors use a medical-grade laser to perform the procedure. The powerful medical-grade lasers will rupture the fat cells and melts them away to suction them out of the patient's body.
Despite the power of lasers, Smart Lipo does not cause injuries to the surrounding nerves or the blood vessels. Therefore, the procedure is less risky and does not damage other surrounding areas.
If you have decided to undergo Smart Lipo, you need to ensure adequate planning. Proper planning ensures that the whole procedure suits your personal preferences and body needs and follows the clinic's practices.
Here are the steps comprising the Smart Lipo procedure.
Upon initial consultation, the doctor examines whether you are an ideal candidate for Smart Lipo. The doctor explains the procedure and why he recommends it to you. Besides, the doctor will advise you on the recovery.
After the initial consultations, the doctor will administer the appropriate anesthesia you need. Unlike traditional liposuction procedures, smart Lipo requires only local anesthesia. which means you are awake and alert during the procedure. However, if the target area is large, the surgeon may recommend the use of general anesthesia.
The surgeon uses a calibrated laser to target the areas from which to remove the fat deposits. When the laser hits the area, it ruptures the fat cells and a fatty liquid is removed from the area via a tiny skin incision.
If the procedure involved only local numbing, then you may walk out of the surgery room right after the procedure. The doctor will place compression bandages to help the treated areas.
After the procedure, you may continue your daily activities within 2 to 3 days. Some patients can return to work immediately after the procedure.
However, after the procedure, you can only tackle mild activities. In addition, follow the diet and rest practices prescribed by the surgeon.
Procedure |
Smart Lipo |
Duration |
2 hours |
Stay |
3 nights |
Cost in Turkey |
€3150 - €4500 |
Anesthesia |
Depends on treated areas |
Recovery |
1 week |
Final Results |
After 6 months |
Side Effects |
Minor swelling, body discomfort, bruising |
Risks |
Anesthesia risks, infection |
Success Rate |
85% - 95% |
Exercise |
After 7 - 10 days |
Back To Work |
After 2 - 4 days |
Scars |
No |
Pain |
No |
Related Procedures |
CoolSculpting |
How Much Does Smart Lipo Cost?
Smart Lipo cost varies between patients depending on a variety of factors. Therefore, it is necessary for the surgeon to examine the area to determine the approximate cost.
Does Smart Lipo Work?
Smart Lipo is an FDA-approved fat reduction procedure. Doctors consider Smart Lipo to be a safe and effective treatment, performed using local anesthesia for the patient.
What Is Smart Lipo 360?
Lipo 360 is a liposuction procedure encompassing all areas of the midsection and covers 360 degrees around. The target areas include the abdominals, the obliques, and the mid-to-lower back.
Is Smart Lipo Abroad Affordable?
Yes, the procedure will be more affordable abroad and cost less in popular medical tourism locations like Turkey. But some factors affect the Smart Lipo cost abroad, like the clinics' location, the surgeon's experience, and the technique used.
Learn more about Smart Lipo in Turkey by comparing costs and reviewing the clinics and doctors.
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