The question on everyone’s mind at this point is, “What actually happens during the SmartLipo procedure?” In reality, the technologically advanced procedure is very simple and easy to perform.

Before your SmartLipo procedure, you will meet with an anesthesiologist. He or she will discuss your current health and medical conditions in order to determine which local anesthesia will work best for you during the procedure. The SmartLipo procedure is done under local anesthesia, meaning you will not be put to sleep.

Your doctor will start by making a very tiny incision in the area of the body where the SmartLipo procedure will be performed. An incredibly small laser, under 2mm in width, will be inserted under the skin. The beam from the laser will actually melt your fat cells, which are then removed via a very small suction tube.

Lasers are also known for being used to cauterize wounds. It makes sense to hear that during the SmartLipo procedure the laser is cauterizing the blood vessels it disturbs during the fat melting process. This results in less bleeding and, in turn, enables you to enjoy a recover with a lesser amount of swelling or bruising. The laser also has a significant impact on the cellulite beneath your skin, which is why the SmartLipo procedure is known for aiding in the tightening of the skin after completion.

After your SmartLipo procedure is complete you will be taken to a recovery area where you will be monitored until your anesthesia begins to wear off. You will again go over your post-operative care instructions and will be sent home with information on how to properly care for your wounds and on how to manage any discomfort you might experience.

The SmartLipo procedure is non-invasive, so you’ll experience fewer and less significant side effects than you would from a traditional liposuction procedure. Your doctor and cosmetic surgery team will do everything necessary to make sure you are as comfortable as possible throughout your entire experience.