Who is A Right Candidate for Laser Liposuction Surgery?

While SmartLipo laser liposuction can help a man or woman get rid of localized deposits of stubborn body fat, it does not work for everybody. This article looks at the question ‘Who is a right candidate for laser liposuction surgery’? Can Laser Liposuction Work for You? In the safe, minimally-invasive SmartLipo liposuction, a small cannula powered by laser energy is inserted under the skin of the area with the excessive fat. The laser energy liquefies the fat. When a small area of the body is treated, the fat is removed by the body’s natural metabolism and does not need to be suctioned off. This FDA-approved modality can help get rid of fat more or less permanently, though its success greatly varies from person to person. You are a good candidate for laser-enabled liposuction if: • You are healthy, within 25 pounds of your normal weight and have localized fat deposits in a certain area or areas of your body. • You have not been able to get rid of the fat even though you’ve stuck to a strict diet and exercise regimen. • You want to get rid of the excessive fat permanently. If you do put on weight later, the fat would be deposited in some other part of your body. • You want a tighter, smoother look with no loose skin. Laser liposuction surgery using SmartLipo makes this possible as it not only removes fat, but also tightens loose skin. • You have realistic expectations about the results. Liposuction treatment is not for people looking for drastic weight loss. The surgery is meant to eliminate pockets of fat from certain areas. • You are looking for a procedure with minimal downtime. As this surgery can be performed under local anesthesia and side-effects are minimal, you are assured of being back on your feet within a few hours. With SmartLipo, you can even get back to work in one or two days following the procedure. Schedule an Initial Consultation The first thing you have to do if you’re thinking of going in for laser liposuction is to schedule an initial consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon experienced in performing the procedure. Make sure you choose a reliable surgeon. Go by the experience of other patients, talk to acquaintances who know the surgeon, read expert reviews. Your physician will examine you and tell you if the surgery will work for you. Make sure you discuss all the risks and benefits, and that you get satisfactory answers to all your questions about the surgery. Discussing your expectations with your surgeon at the outset will help you understand if they are realistic, and if you are indeed a right candidate for laser liposuction surgery.