Is Smart Lipo more effective than tumescent lipo or is it a marketing gimmick?
Sufficient evidence shows that smart lipo is a marketing gimmick rather than a procedure superior to tumescent liposuction. Smart lipo uses a laser to melt away the fat before it is extracted. According to a Wall Street Journal article, “Smartlipo is a marketing gimmick to get people through the door,” says William P. Coleman III, editor of the monthly journal of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. There’s no scientific evidence in human tests that Smartlipo improves outcomes, tightens skin or speeds recovery, compared to tumescent liposuction, he adds.” Please click here for the full article. What areas can be treated with tumescent liposuction? While liposuction is not designed to correct general obesity, any area where excess fat deposits have accumulated can be treated. These include the waistline, abdomen, inner and outer thighs, buttocks, arms, chin, neck, jowls, and cheeks. How quick is the recovery time? After the procedure, a compression bandage is worn by the patie
