THE SMARTLIPO MPX™ is a laserassisted liposuction technique that simultaneously liquefies fat cells while stimulating collagen for tighter skin. The Smartlipo laser lipolysis technology has been used worldwide for more than 10 years and had its US-FDA approval for laser-lipolysis in 2006. This latest version achieves results by delivering dual wavelength to localised fat deposits in the face and body through a small incision. Multiplexing the two wavelengths provides more even, uniform delivery of laser energy to maximise the effectiveness and safety of the treatment, decreases treatment time, allows difficult to access areas to be treated, and helps induce skin tightening. Also, the Smartlipo MPX™ incorporates the SmartSense™ handpiece, an intelligent delivery system which regulates the laser output from Smartlipo MPX™ to enhance safety and uniformity of energy delivery.

Smartlipo™ laser-assisted lipolysis does not require a general anesthetic. Instead the areas to be treated are numbed with local tumescent anaesthesia (numbing fluid). You may feel a minor stinging sensation and an impression of tugging at your skin during the procedure, but discomfort is minimal.

The laser is inserted through a 1-mm cannula into the fat pockets. The cannula, with the tip of the laser fiber is then moved in a “back and forth” fanning motion. As the fiber tip comes into contact with the fat, fat cells are destroyed. The laser also coagulates the tissue and blood vessels, resulting in less bleeding, less bruising, less trauma and less down time.

Results can be seen within the first few weeks and continue to improve over three to six months. Immediately after the procedure, you will be able to leave the clinic and be able to perform light activities. Patients can resume normal activity later that same day and return to desk-type work in one to two days. The extent of swelling and bruising varies and can be minimal or could last about a week. A compression garment will be worn for a short period after the treatment ranging from a few days to a few weeks, depending on the body parts treated. Exercise should be limited for about two weeks.