Only local anesthesia is required, which means fewer risks and side effects. Minor bruising, swelling and numbness occur directly after the SmartLipo procedure, but this is minimal. Depending on the procedure performed, you will be asked to wear a support garment for several days after the surgery.

The recovery time might vary from person to person and from procedure to procedure. To recover from traditional liposuction, it may take weeks, or even months. But patients undergoing the SmartLipo procedure need  less recovery time and often return to routine activities and work within a few days. Normally, the surgeon advises a day or two of rest. 

Recovery time will be longer, if large amounts of fat are to be removed with SmartLipo. It is always better to avoid strenuous sports for at least two weeks. You will also be scheduled for recovery check-ups, because professional monitoring improves your chance of receiving best body contouring results.