Smart Lipo Recovery Expectations

Patients undergoing modern liposuction can expect to have a much easier time of it than they would have 20, or even 10 years ago. New lipo techniques like LipoSelection have resulted in less blood-loss during the procedure, less trauma to the body, fewer post-op complications and consequently an easier time bouncing back after treatment. This isn't your mother's liposuction! Now, there are trailblazing technologies to make surgery less invasive, such as Smart Lipo. Recovery for this liposuction technique is comparatively quick and easy: a relatively short down time from work and recreation and very little discomfort compared to a tummy tuck or other procedures.

Most patients can expect to be up and moving pretty shortly after surgery, especially with less invasive laser procedures. Next-day soreness is common at fat-removal sites, but most people can easily walk around - and, indeed, getting the blood circulating is advisable, as it is instrumental in a speedy recuperation. In order to expedite the process, a patient should drink plenty of non-alcoholic, caffeine-free liquids, change any dressings frequently and wear any compression garments that the surgeon has provided for healing.

Not only are the newest technologies highly conducive to faster healing and a quicker return to the daily routine, but they also often yield more natural, attractive results. For patients who undergo Smart Lipo, recovery is smooth, and body contours are even smoother. Modern liposuction procedures do an excellent job of eliminating uneven surfaces and trouble spots, and creating the look of excellent overall body toning. Doctors achieve this by using new lipo techniques to artistically sculpt features such as six-pack abs, a shaplier behind and better muscle definition.

Because results can vary, talk to your surgeon about your individual medical and physical condition and what results you can expect given those conditions.