In general parlance, smart liposuction is a cosmetic procedure which is being increasingly used to lessen the small accumulations of fat in specific areas of the body. Smart liposuction procedures are different from the traditional method of liposuction. Instead of using suction techniques, they use heat energy generated from laser rays to tighten the tissues in the areas undergoing treatment.

Also known as laser lipolysis, smart liposuction is a proven method of self improvement and promises to bring forth a newer you.

Quick and painless—smart liposuction is one of the easiest ways of getting rid of excessive fat. A magic pill which serves to replace slimming diets and rigid exercise regimes, this method of liposuction serves to address the needs of all women and men looking for tucked in tummies or smartly toned limbs.

In comparison to the traditional ways of fat removal, the revolutionary techniques of smart liposuction are less invasive. First introduced in the year 2006 in Europe, laser aided liposuction has also been approved by the authorities of U.S. Food and Drug Administration.More and more patients are benefiting from the adavantages offered by smart lipo processes.

Using heat energy for lipolysis (traditional method)

Heat energy waves are made to pass through fat cells and this leads to their breakage and dissolution into a form which can be easily sucked out by the surgeon. A vacuum tube is then used to suck out the fat content from the affected area. This process of liposuction works relatively well and is invasive in nature.

Using laser radiation for lipolysis (smart liposuction)

The areas which are commonly treated by laser assisted liposuction processes are the neck, face, back, jowls and the conditions of gynecomastia (male breasts). Patients enjoying an overall good health and boasting of normal body mass and weight can go in for this method of fat removal.

Consultation and preliminary discussions

A physical examination precedes the consultation with the liposuction expert. Along with a detailed discussion of the medical history of the patient; an evaluation of the area to be treated, helps in aiding the decision of going ahead with smart liposuction techniques.

Sedation and incision

Local anesthesia is administered to numb the region to be treated. A 1-2 mm incision is made on the skin to aid the insertion of the cannula. This thin tube with a laser fiber within is moved through the fat content under the skin. A small red light guides the doctor’s movement of the cannula as he goes about the process.

Suctioning out emulsified fat

These laser waves break up the fatty acids present in the abdomen, back, buttocks, arms, hips, “love handles” or knees. The nearby tissues are not disturbed by the process and are left intact. The emulsified fat is then suctioned out by using a vacuum pump.

Smart liposuction processes are being increasing used across the world for getting rid of accumulated and unwanted fat and are considered to be safe and free from any nagging side effects.