SmartLipo LaserBodySculpting

As more women and men want to look and fell better about themselves body contouring and lipo-sculpture continue to grow in popularity. Liposuction has become one of the most popular cosmetic treatments today. But many are afraid of liposuction surgery, general anesthesia, and the downtime associated with this procedure. SmartLipo LaserBodySculpting is the first state of the art technology and only Laser Lipolysis (fat cell disruption) system to offer a minimally invasive procedure that removes fat. It offers less downtime and side-effects than traditional liposuction.

What is SmartLipo LaserBodySculpting?

LaserBodySculpting is designed for patients who have problem spot areas of fat that no amount of exercise or dieting can reduce. It is for body sculpting; not for large volumes of fat. It is a unique laser procedure that is performed under local anesthesia in Dr. Walter Tom’s office. No intravenous sedation or general anesthesia is required. A small 1 mm in diameter laser fiber is introduced under the skin by a 2 mm blunt needle like cannula. Dr. Tom will gently move the laser fiber back in forth just under the skin. The laser energy will disrupt the fat cells, allowing the then liquefied fat to be drained away. This effect is called Laser Lipolysis. Because of the laser energy small blood vessels will be sealed off resulting in less bruising and swelling as seen with traditional liposuction. The big advantage of the Smart-Lipo LaserBodySculpting is the skin dermis (deeper skin layer) tightening that occurs due to collagen shrinkage and remodeling by the laser energy.

What body regions can be treated with the SmartLipo LaserBodySculpting?

SmartLipo is ideal for treating small areas of fat or loose skin. It is not a replacement for liposuction. SmartLipo can be used for areas such as your thighs (particularly “Saddle Bags”), hips, abdomen, and flanks (‘Love Handles”), around the bra strap, back of the upper arms, the loose skin under the chin (“Waddle”), and the neck and jaw line.

Who is a good candidate for SmartLipo LaserBodySculpting?

Patients with areas of fat that do not respond to exercise and dieting are candidates. Ideal candidates are in good health, with a normal body weight, and realistic expectations. Females with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of less than 27 are good candidates. In males due to the usually larger muscle mass may slightly have a higher BMI. You can figure your BMI from the chart below:

Body Mass Index Table (Smart-Lipo Candidate BMI <26)

To use the table, find the appropriate height in the left-hand column labeled Height. Move across to a given weight (in pounds). The number at the top of the column is the BMI at that height and weight. Pounds have been rounded off.
BMI	19	20	21	22	23	24	25	26	27	28	29	30	31	32	33	34	35
Height (inches)	Body Weight (pounds)
58	91	96	100	105	110	115	119	124	129	134	138	143	148	153	158	162	167
59	94	99	104	109	114	119	124	128	133	138	143	148	153	158	163	168	173
60	97	102	107	112	118	123	128	133	138	143	148	153	158	163	168	174	179
61	100	106	111	116	122	127	132	137	143	148	153	158	164	169	174	180	185
62	104	109	115	120	126	131	136	142	147	153	158	164	169	175	180	186	191
63	107	113	118	124	130	135	141	146	152	158	163	169	175	180	186	191	197
64	110	116	122	128	134	140	145	151	157	163	169	174	180	186	192	197	204
65	114	120	126	132	138	144	150	156	162	168	174	180	186	192	198	204	210
66	118	124	130	136	142	148	155	161	167	173	179	186	192	198	204	210	216
67	121	127	134	140	146	153	159	166	172	178	185	191	198	204	211	217	223
68	125	131	138	144	151	158	164	171	177	184	190	197	203	210	216	223	230
69	128	135	142	149	155	162	169	176	182	189	196	203	209	216	223	230	236
70	132	139	146	153	160	167	174	181	188	195	202	209	216	222	229	236	243
71	136	143	150	157	165	172	179	186	193	200	208	215	222	229	236	243	250
72	140	147	154	162	169	177	184	191	199	206	213	221	228	235	242	250	258
73	144	151	159	166	174	182	189	197	204	212	219	227	235	242	250	257	265
74	148	155	163	171	179	186	194	202	210	218	225	233	241	249	256	264	272
75	152	160	168	176	184	192	200	208	216	224	232	240	248	256	264	272	279
76	156	164	172	180	189	197	205	213	221	230	238	246	254	263	271	279	287

How many treatments will I need?

Usually only one treatment is required as once the fat cells have been destroyed they will not grow back. The SmartLipo LaserBodySculpting will take about 45 minutes to one hour for each treated area.

What is my recovery like post treatment?

A compression garment will be worn from several days up to several weeks. Dr. Tom and the nurses will give you specific instructions depending on the areas treated and your individual situation. You will rest for the remainder of the treatment day then resume activity as tolerated. Neither strenuous exercise nor hot tubs should be used for two weeks.

Does SmartLipo treat cellulite?

SmartLipo LaserBodySculpting may improve the body’s shape. In some instances it may improve the appearance of cellulite. The addition of Lumicell anti-cellulite treatments increases the likelihood of cellulite improvement. Lumicell skin treatments will also improve the circulation and lymph drainage of the SmartLipo treated areas.

When are the results visible?

Results can be seen within a week with continued improvement over several months. Additional treatments such as body Thermage may give additional skin tightening benefits.

Are the results of SmartLipo LaserBodySculpting long lasting?

SmartLipo LaserBodySculpting permanently removes fat cells. As adults we do not create new fat cells. However if you do not change your lifestyle in regards to exercise and a healthy diet the remaining fat cell will increase in size. If you gain weight most fat will be deposited in areas where the SmartLipo procedure was not performed.

 

 

 

 

 

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Dr. Tom and his staff are just amazing!!!!!! I have had several procedures from Smart Lipo to recently a Tummy Tuck

At the age of “51” it had been very difficult to rid myself of certain areas of fat deposits that i had and of the little spare tire that Menopause had a hand in, ..I was certain that no amount of exercise or dieting would take care of these problem areas. After my first meeting with Dr. Tom I was certain that he understood what I needed and the fact that he preformed all surgeries under local was a bonus. I have had many surgeries in my lifetime and know the Risks that going under pose and felt relieved that he did all his surgeries with the patient awake that just sealed the deal for me. When it came to to have my first procedure I was pampered and taken so well cared for, I felt like a queen!!!!!. It was almost like a spa experience not Surgery. I’m so Happy with the Results and every time I look in the mirror I SMILE. I also want to say that the facials and treatments I have done with Dee have been so great!! I am so relaxed and my skin looks so great after she is done. The word I think about when I think of Dr Tom and his staff is EXCELLENCE!!!! If you are thinking about doing any procedures at all I would highly recommend Dr Tom and the Aesthetic Laser & Vein Center. It is an incredible place!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

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I have seen it, hooray I have a waist. Thank you so much.

My 4 year old granddaughter said “why did the doctor take the muffin out of your body?

 

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This review is long over due. Better late than never. I had smart lipo about a year ago.

I spent a great deal of research on smart lipo for my inherited double chin. Ugh, how I hated it! Every ounce of fat or water retention would go straight to my double chin.

I found that Dr. Tom’s experience and credentials were more important to me than the convenience of finding a doctor who preformed this procedure here in San Francisco. I did have to make three trips up to Santa Rosa. The procedure itself went very smoothly. I was very nervous, but they do give you something to help you relax. You do stay awake for the procedure, which was what I preferred. I don’t like the idea of being put under. The procedure was not bad at all, I’ve had bad menstrual cramps that were worse. I did feel kinda crappy next day, but I slept most of it off. I didn’t feel much pain after. I didn’t have to take anything, but then again the chin area was numb for a couple of days. I was up and about by the third day. I was bruised for a about two and half weeks, so I was in hiding and only went out for a little (wearing a turtle neck of course). Even with swelling, I could see the slimming of the neck and chin. Today, about year since surgery, I look and feel great. Definitely feeling a lot better about how I look. People just think that I’ve lost some weight which is fine by me =). My only regret is that I didn’t do this earlier.

Oh, btw through out the entire procedure, he and his staff were kind and professional. You’ll be in good hands. If I ever decide to have something else done, I’ll definitely go back.

 

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