Featured Procedure: Smartlipo
Easy, minimally invasive, and with far less bruising, swelling and bleeding? Smartlipo is the hottest trend in liposuction today and it’s finally in Canada. TCC is proud to be the first cosmetic surgery clinic in the country to offer the revolutionary new way of getting rid of stubborn fat deposits, efficiently and effectively, with the Smartlipo LaserBodySculpting Workstation. The device, manufactured by Cynosure, was approved by the FDA in late 2006 and received regulatory clearance in Canada later.
Here’s the lowdown of Smartlipo:
Areas that can be treated
Basically, anywhere that traditional forms of liposuction target: lower back, stomach, waist, inner and outer thigh, ankles, male breasts and chest, jaw line, jowls, neck and upper arms. Because of the size of the cannula and how tiny the incision(s) is, Smartlipo is considered a better method of liposuction for sensitive areas such as the jaw line and neck.
Plus, when larger amounts of fat are removed, loose skin is tightened with the unique properties of the device.
Length of Surgery
Depends on the area to be treated. Can be as short as under an hour.
Anesthesia
Local or General.
Side Effects
After the anesthesia wears off, there may be soreness, swelling, and bruising. However, any side effects tend to be far less intense than other methods.
Risks
Every procedure has its own set of risks and complications. In rare cases, the rate of bruising, bleeding and swelling may be more than predicted.
Recovery
Depending on the extent of surgery, you’ll be back at sedentary work the same or following day. Improvement can appear immediately, but the true results may take a couple of months after swelling and bruising subside.
August 2nd, 2007 at 12:46 pm
How much would it cost to have my inner thigh done? And, I’m still quite heavy, does that matter?
August 2nd, 2007 at 12:53 pm
I would like to have 30lbs removed can it be done? or would I have to use the old proceedure for this amount which proceedure would be better to use?
August 2nd, 2007 at 12:57 pm
Thanks for your inquiry.
Liposuction starts from $2500 at Toronto Cosmetic Clinic. You can see our complete pricing schedule on the “fees and financing” page.
As for your weight, it really would be better to come in for a free consultation with our patient consultant. That way, you’ll be able to speak to someone who has extensive knowledge of liposuction, directly. The patient consultant is a medical professional, so you’ll also be able to get advice on your weight and if and how it will affect treatment.
Call us at 416-221-5554 to book your free consultation.
August 2nd, 2007 at 1:05 pm
Hi Sarah,
Thanks for sending us your question.
It would be difficult to respond to this question without seeing how the undesired fat is distributed on the body. Sometimes, other forms of liposuction are used in conjunction with Smartlipo. However, it would be best to speak to a patient consultant in person so that they may better assess your needs.
Consultation is free, so please call 416-221-5554 to book your appointment.
August 2nd, 2007 at 1:06 pm
Where are you located?
and if i want to get it off my sides will it be considered two seperate costs/sessions or one?
August 2nd, 2007 at 1:13 pm
Hi Kryss,
Thanks for dropping by.
We are located at 5400 Yonge Street, on the west side of Yonge a couple of blocks south of Finch in North York. We are located on the ground level, visible from street level.
Costs for liposuction begin from $2500, however specific pricing really depends on several factors. That’s why it would be better to come in for a free consultation so that the patient consultant can give you a specific price for the procedure.
August 2nd, 2007 at 3:24 pm
I’d like to have fat removed from my face. As I put on weight it seemed to make my once ‘heart shape’ face a ‘pear shape’. Now that I’ve lost most of the weight - my face still looks ‘overweight’. Is smart lipo the answer?! I’d also like to do my upper arms which is also resisting exercise like my face. Will there be any noticeable scarring?
August 2nd, 2007 at 3:46 pm
Hi Dee,
For some people, the face is one of the most difficult places to shed unwanted fat. Smartlipo can reduce the amount of unwanted fat in sensitive areas such as the jowls and neck, as well as the upper arms, because of the size of the cannula used (the diameter of the cannula measures under 2mm!). Therefore, the size of the incision is tiny as well. Experienced surgeons will also try to place the incision in an area that will make it as inconspicuous as possible.
But remember, it’s always best to speak to someone who knows, face to face. Call us at 416-221-5554 if you’d like speak to our patient consultant. The consultation is free!
August 2nd, 2007 at 6:05 pm
i was wondering how much it would cost for a tummy tuck and breast augmentation or a breast lift?i have alot of fat on my stomach and have been living with it for 30 years i am very self consious about being nude with all this fat hanging
August 2nd, 2007 at 8:35 pm
Hi Linda,
Thanks for your email.
Tummy tucks start from $7000 while breast procedures begin at $6000.
Tummy tucks are quite an effective way to eliminate hanging skin and unwanted fat in the stomach area when diet and exercise don’t do the trick.
August 3rd, 2007 at 6:04 am
I have a diagonal scar from above my navel down to ‘bikini line’ from abdominal surgery. I am not overweight but I do have a bit of a stomach. I have seen scars like this eliminated when people with allot of fat have the scar section removed and a tummy tuck procedure. Can this be done when there is not much fat? What is the cost of this procedure if it can be done?
August 3rd, 2007 at 9:37 am
Hi Mike,
Thanks for writing.
Please see http://www.tcclinic.com/blog/q-a/tummytuck.html for your response.
August 11th, 2007 at 12:20 pm
i would like to know how much inner thigh,hip,stomach and below the bra area would be. is the stomach and the hip two different areas. do you have more pictures of these areas.
August 11th, 2007 at 11:02 pm
Hi Christine,
The stomach and the hips are considered two different areas.
Unfortunately, we don’t have pictures of these areas, yet. However, we will be posting images of breast augmentation in the weeks to come.
Thanks.
August 20th, 2007 at 10:30 pm
i am really interested in having the lipo done. how soon after will i see results.is there also a certain amount of fat that can be removed.will you be posting more pictures soon.
August 22nd, 2007 at 10:50 am
Hi Christine,
The recovery time varies for each patient, therefore it is best to speak to our patient consultant for a better understanding of your particular situation.
We’re always working hard to add great content to our website. A new photo gallery will be up soon and we’ll announce when it’s ready to view on the blog. So, keep an eye on the blog for updates or subscribe to our RSS feed to stay up to date on what’s happening at TCC.
Thank you for visiting!
September 5th, 2007 at 12:29 pm
lately i have been hearing that it looks like i have lost weight in my face. does this mean that it is time for a mid face lift. i have not lost any weight but getting older is the answer im all most 40
May 6th, 2008 at 6:54 pm
Hi there
i am thinking of getting a tummy tuck but i am 5′4 197 pounds. Am i too overweight to have this done, i have a hanging stomach from my two kids.
May 7th, 2008 at 12:55 am
Hi Phung,
Thank you for your enquiry.
We recommend that you speak with our patient consultant who can better assess your situation from a medical point of view. Please call 416-221-5554 to book your complimentary consultation. You may also provide us with a contact number so that we can reach you.