The Smartlipo Triplex system works by utilizing multiple laser wavelengths to effectively target and melt fat cells.
Smartlipo triplex is a minimally invasive surgical procedure. The procedure disrupts the fat cells through a thermal and photo-disruptive action – heating and shattering the fat cell membrane. The laser coagulates the underlying vessels due to the hemostatic properties of the laser, resulting in less bleeding, bruising, trauma as well as less down time. As an added benefit, the system also promotes tissue tightening through bulk thermal heating and tissue coagulation. The Smartlipo has been cleared by the FDA for laser-assisted lipolysis.
The procedure is performed under local tumescent anesthesia. A laser fiber is introduced through a hand piece and detachable cannula. The cannula is then inserted through a 3-mm incision in the skin and into fat pockets. The cannula, with the tip of the fiber exposed approximately 2 mm, is then moved in a “back and forth” fanning motion. The laser’s aiming beam can be visualized through the skin, allowing the physician to identify the treatment area. As the fiber tip comes in contact with the fat cells it ruptures the cell membranes and releases the fatty oil from the fat cells. This end product is then aspirated from the site.