What is Cool Lipo / SmartLipo ?
Cool Lipo, or Cool Touch Lipo, is a procedure which helps to remove fatty tissues from various parts of the body. It is less invasive than standard liposuction procedures and is usually used to remove fat from areas such as under the chin, smaller regions that standard liposuction left behind or cannot treat. The procedure is laser based and removes fat in areas where skin may tend to hang or sag, such as the back of the arms and under the chin. Treatments may be performed on the abdomen in some cases and this ought to be discussed with your doctor.
Who is a candidate for Cool Lipo / SmartLipo?
Anyone who is looking to remove excess fat in relatively small areas is a great candidate for the procedure. Usually “trouble” areas where fat tends to linger even after exercise are good areas to treat. Cool Lipo is a great option for those looking to remove fat in a minimally invasive way without undergoing general anaesthesia in most cases.
Which area is Cool Lipo useful for?
CoolLipo works well in smaller areas with excess fat (chin, arms, abdomen, fatty tissue in male breasts, buttocks, thighs).
Is the fat removal seen with Cool Lipo permanent?
Weight loss surgery of any kind, regardless of how invasive it is, cannot 100% guarantee that weight will not be regained after or during the procedure. To sustain the results, maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle is the single most effective form of preventing weight gain.
How is the Cool Lipo procedure performed?
The doctor will start by cleansing the area to be treated and injecting a local anaesthetic to numb the area. A waiting period will then ensue to allow the area to numb up. Once the patient is numb, the laser is directed under the skin and energy is released in the areas where fat is to be dissolved. The laser is moved from one place to another to dissolve the fatty cells in various places of the treatment area. The laser stimulates new collagen to grow over time and simultaneously tighten the skin in the area. Once this part is over, the doctor may remove the dissolved fat or the body will absorb it over time. The total surgery time usually takes about an hour to three hours to complete depending on the area being treated.
What is the Cool Lipo recovery period like?
Recovering from Cool Lipo is rather simple. A compressive dressing may be worn around the treatment area to facilitate the healing process, protect the area, and to help tighten the skin. This must be worn for about 2-3 days. Once this period is over, patients will have relatively little discomfort or bruising. Every patient’s recovery time and bodily response is unique however, so discussing this with a doctor is a great idea. Most patients can return to work the next day, but the compressive dressing is still required to facilitate the healing process.
When will I see results from Cool Lipo?
Results are noticeable even right after the procedure is completed. Patients will likely notice the area is tighter and not as loose. The full results can take a few months to emerge. Since fat is removed during the procedure, the area with definitely look different as a result of that.
How many Cool Lipo sessions are necessary?
Generally one procedure will cover most of the fatty areas to be removed, but more than one may be necessary depending on the patient and the area being treated.
Disclaimer: This information is intended only as an introduction to this procedure. This information should not be used to determine whether you will have the procedure performed nor does it guarantee results of your elective surgery. Further details regarding surgical standards and procedures should be discussed with your physician.
