Smartlipo

Smartlipo could be the procedure you need to finally have the body you've always wanted. Many people become frustrated when they work hard to maintain a healthy diet and regular exercise routine, but are never able to achieve their dream body. There's no need to give up on that dream because Smartlipo makes it possible to sculpt and tighten the problem areas of your body that you've been unable to change. This minimally invasive, safe procedure offers a great alternative to traditional liposuction that will literally melt the fat away from areas of your body. Read the more about Smartlipo in our Smartlipo Frequently Asked Questions.

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Smartlipo vs. Traditional Liposuction

Liposuction has long been the choice for people who just can't seem to get curves and definition on their bodies through exercise and healthy eating habits. Traditional liposuction can mean lengthy recovery times, scars, and less than ideal results. Smartlipo uses a laser fiber enclosed in a thin tube that is inserted through a 1-2 mm incision in the skin. The laser breaks down the walls of fat cells and liquefies the fat - allowing it to be removed from the area with minimal bleeding and damage to the underlying tissues. The laser allows the tissue to coagulate, often leaving skin firmer after the treatment. Traditional liposuction techniques can leave behind loose, unattractive skin.

There are many advantages to Smartlipo:

* Return to work after about two days of recovery time, as opposed to a week or more after traditional liposuction.
* Enjoy your new body with minimal scaring and bruising, due to the controlled, accurate nature of the surgery.
* Walk out of the office without the stitches that are necessary on the larger incisions of traditional liposuction.

Traditional liposuction procedures require doctors to make larger incisions, insert a metal tube, and vacuum out solid fat. This surgery can be traumatic to tissues and is less precise than Smartlipo. The Smartlipo laser has a light that can be seen from underneath the skin. This allows Dr. Hendricks to guide the Smartlipo laser to the areas that are in need of treatment.

Life After Smartlipo

Smartlipo isn't for everyone. People who are healthy and only slightly overweight are perfect candidates for this surgery. Smartlipo is not meant to drastically reduce anyone's body weight. Instead, it will remove fat from small, cosmetic areas of the body such as the face, arms, thighs, and neck. Patients will see more improvements in treated areas after a few weeks have passed. An elastic bodysuit may have to be worn after the surgery in order to reduce swelling and help the body settle into its new shape.

After undergoing a short Smartlipo procedure - most last only 45 minutes to an hour - patients will have almost no side effects. The surgery leaves behind little damage compared to traditional liposuction. The laser will promote the production of collagen, which has been shown in many cases to improve the overall tightness of the skin in the area. Weeks later, patients will notice a dramatic difference in their appearance that will help them feel and look the way they've always wanted.

Don't assume that you'll never have your perfect body. Smartlipo can help take care of all the areas a healthy diet and exercise can't change. Let Dr. Hendricks give you the chance to look better than you've ever dreamed was possible.

Dr. Hendricks has been specially trained to work with this new and exciting advancement in cosmetic surgery. Dr. Hendricks can speak to you personally about the Smartlipo procedure and whether it is right for you. Contact him today to set up a confidential consultation.