Smart Lipo
Smart Lipo (aka laser liposuction, laser lipo and SmartLipo) is a fantastic new technology to safely and permanently remove those stubborn pockets of fat most of us seem to have. It is available in the UK from botonics at our prestigious Harley Street clinic, in the heart of London’s premier private medical community. Because SmartLipo is done under a local anaesthetic, no overnight hospital stay is required and you can return to work within a day or two. With aspiration (suction) the results of the procedure are visible as soon as swelling subsides, usually within about a week. Suitable for both men and women, Smart Lipo can be used to treat virtually any area of the body, including:
- Upper and lower abdomen
- Inner and outer thighs
- Lower back (love handles)
- Chest (for men)
- Neck/jawline
- Backs of the arms
With Smart Lipo, a 1mm cannula containing a fibre optic cable is inserted under the skin. The optic fibre is then guided through the treatment area by a skilled botonics doctor. Laser energy delivered through the optic fibre melts the fat cells, which are then broken down and aspirated (suctioned). Unlike liposuction, the laser only destroys fat cells, leaving all other healthy cells intact.
After a liposuction treatment, the skin over the treated area tends to be loose and saggy. However, with Smart Lipo the laser stimulates collagen production in the skin, tightening and toning from the inside, resulting in a smoother, firmer result.
We have unrivalled experience performing Smart Lipo procedures since we were among the pioneers to bring Smart Lipo to the UK in 2006, which is one of the 10 reasons why you should choose botonics for your Smart Lipo procedure. For more detailed information, please take a look at our Smart Lipo Frequently Asked Questions section.
Smart Lipo versus Traditional Liposuction
Smart Lipo is superior to traditional liposuction in virtually every way imaginable, including
- Safety
- Cost
- Downtime
- Discomfort level
- Bruising
- Scarring
Most importantly, Smart Lipo is safer than traditional liposuction because it is done under a local anaesthetic rather than a general anaesthetic. This means that no overnight hospital stay is required and so Smart Lipo is done on a purely out-patient basis. Also, traditional liposuction is a very physical process, scraping fat from the body while Smart Lipo gently melts fat which is later aspirated or suctioned from the treated area. Since it is a less physical process, Smart Lipo can safely be used around parts of the body with critical organs and arteries such as the jawline/neck, upper abdomen and inner thighs.
Smart Lipo is less costly than traditional liposuction because no anaesthetist or overnight hospital stay is required. The room in which the procedure takes place does need to be specially designed and approved, but Smart Lipo procedures do not require a full general anaesthetic surgical theatre which further reduces the cost to you.
Smart Lipo results in much less downtime because the procedure is less traumatic to the body. Traditional liposuction physically scrapes the fat from the treated area, causing internal bleeding and nerve damage. Smart Lipo heats up the individual fat cells and melts them, leaving surrounding nerves virtually unharmed and sealing the blood vessels minimising bruising. As a result, most people are back at work within a few days of a Smart Lipo procedure rather than being confined to bed for several weeks as is normal for traditional liposuction.
Smart Lipo causes much less discomfort than traditional liposuction. While it is true that some clients are slightly anxious about being awake during the procedure, once the treatment areas are anaesthetised clients are quite relaxed. The big advantage of Smart Lipo comes after the procedure, when discomfort is significantly better relative to traditional liposuction. This improvement is again due to the unique way Smart Lipo gently melts fat rather than bluntly abrading it. The result is less damage, which means the body has less trauma to repair resulting in reduced bruising and swelling.
Smart Lipo procedures are usually completely without scars. Traditional liposuction requires the use of larger tubes or cannulas around 3-6mm in diameter. By contrast, the instrument used for Smart Lipo is a fine, fibre optic cable of only 1mm in diameter.
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Smartlipo – For Men

A large proportion of our Smart Lipo clients are men, with the most popular areas being the chest (see Gynecomastia section below), abdomen, lower back (love handles) and neck/jawline. The client pictured above had Smart Lipo to his lower abdomen and love handles. The before and after photos are eight weeks apart, and the client undertook a healthy exercise routine (and clearly a few sunbed sessions) between the photos. If you want to learn more about Smart Lipo, please read through our comprehensive Frequently Asked Questions section.
Treatable Areas – Men
Treatment of Gynecomastia (aka Man Boobs)
Clients who suffer from gynecomastia sometimes wait years before seeking treatment, often going to extraordinary lengths to mask their condition from others. Before SmartLipo, the only options involved painful, risky and expensive surgery.
Treatment of gynecomastia with traditional liposuction requires a general anaesthetic, is painful, requires several weeks of downtime and usually leaves a scar. The client is often left with irregularities and a noticeable ridge between the treated and untreated areas. In some cases, gynecomastia can be successfully treated with Smart Lipo rather than resorting to more invasive procedures.
Smart Lipo for gyne is permanent, safe, virtually painless, takes less than two hours and most clients can return to work the next day. It is done under a local anaesthetic and a fine, fibre optic cable is used to melt the fat, so risks of complications are minimal compared to surgical alternatives. There is very little risk of scarring and support garments need only be worn for about a week.
The results are consistently smooth and natural looking. There is less risk of skin sagging for two reasons because the laser stimulates collagen production which tightens and tones the skin. Since SmartLipo works at the cellular level, there is a smooth transition between the areas that are treated and the surrounding areas. The result is a normal, natural looking chest – which is what everyone deserves!
A Smart Lipo treatment for gyne typically costs £2,400 and Financing is available.
To determine whether your gynecomastia is likely to be treatable with Smart Lipo, all you need do is attend a consultation with your botonics doctor. Your individual condition and likelihood of success will be thoroughly assessed free of charge.
Before SmartLipo Treatment

After SmartLipo Treatment

- Cost for 1 area £2,900
- Cost for 2 areas £3,900
- Cost for 3 area £4,900
- Cost for 4 area £5,900
- Procedure for obesity No
- Procedure repeatable No
- Volume of fat removed High
- Procedure Time 2-4 Hours
- Surgically Invasive Yes
- Instrument 3-6mm Metal Cannula
- Anaesthetic General
- Pain Level None (General)
- Fat Cells Scraped and Aspirated
- Blood Loss High
- Overnight Stay Required Yes
- Downtime 3-4 Weeks
- Pain Level Severe
- Time in Support Garments 4+ Weeks
- Brusing Major
- Swelling Significant
- Results fully visible 2-4 months
- Skin Tone Loose
- Permanent fat removal Yes
- Incision point scarring Small scar
- Cost for 1 area £2,400
- Cost for 2 areas £3,400
- Cost for 3 area £4,400
- Cost for 4 area £5,400
- Procedure for obesity No
- Procedure repeatable Yes
- Volume of fat removed Low
- Procedure Time 1-2 Hours
- Surgically Invasive No
- Instrument Fibre Optic Cable
- Anaesthetic Local
- Pain Level Minimal
- Fat Cells Melted and Aspirated
- Blood Loss Minimal
- Overnight Stay Required No
- Downtime 2-4 Days
- Pain Level Mild dull ache
- Time in Support Garments 2 weeks
- Brusing Minimal
- Swelling Minimal
- Results fully visible 2-4 weeks
- Skin Tone Tighened by laser
- Permanent fat removal Yes
- Incision point scarring Minimal/none
- Cost for 1 area £2,400
- Cost for 2 areas £3,400
- Cost for 3 area £4,400
- Cost for 4 area £5,400
- Procedure for obesity No
- Procedure repeatable Yes
- Volume of fat removed Medium – High
- Procedure Time 1-3 Hours
- Surgically Invasive No
- Instrument Ultrasonic Head
- Anaesthetic Local
- Pain Level Minimal
- Fat Cells Emulsified and Aspirated
- Blood Loss Minimal
- Overnight Stay Required No
- Downtime 1-3 Days
- Pain Level Mild dull ache
- Time in Support Garments 2 weeks
- Brusing Minimal
- Swelling Minimal
- Results fully visible 2-4 weeks
- Skin Tone No tightening
- Permanent fat removal Yes
- Incision point scarring Minimal/none
Why Choose botonics for Your SmartLipo Procedure?
- Plastic Surgeon: Your Laser Lipo procedure in London is done by a highly experienced Plastic Surgeon, not a cosmetic doctor or general practitioner. The standard of skill required to become a Plastic Surgeon is clearly significantly higher, and this translates into the best possible results for our clients.
- Laser Lipo Specialists: We were we among the very first to begin offering Smart Lipo in October 2006, and it has been a specialty of ours ever since. As a result, our surgeons have treated thousands of clients and as a botonics client you benefit from our vast experience.
- Latest Technology: We always invest in the latest technology, which gets the best result with the least discomfort for our clients. Having used virtually every laser lipolysis machine on the market, we are now offering treatment using the Osyris Pharon diode laser. This Advanced Smart Lipo is able to remove more fat and do it quicker than previous technologies.
- No Salesmen: When you have a consultation with botonics, it is always with the surgeon that will do your procedure, not a ‘client coordinator’ or other salesman. We know your time is precious, and that you do not need to be sold.
- Harley Street Our Laser Lipo procedures are done in Harley Street, arguably the most prestigious and sophisticated private medical location in the world.
- Financing: In these tough economic times, we offer a no hassle finance plan that lets you spread the cost of your laser lipo procedure over several months with a charge to your debit or credit card.
- Discrete, Personal Service: Even though we do a large number of procedures, you’ll always be treated as an individual and your personal needs will be respected. Some clients prefer to maintain discretion about their procedure from work colleagues, friends and even partners. We understand and respect your right to privacy and discretion.
- All Inclusive Pricing: We firmly believe in transparent, all inclusive pricing. That’s why all of our prices are disclosed on our website and are fully inclusive of all consultations, procedures, anaesthetic, support garments, aftercare, taxes and charges. We understand that you have more to worry about after your procedure than annoying extra charges.
- Reputable Company: botonics has specialised in medical aesthetic procedures since 2005. We’re widely covered in the media and have grown via word-of-mouth referrals from our satisfied clients. All our doctors are full time aesthetic practitioners, not cosmetic hobbyists.
- Honest, Ethical Advice: In the under-regulated UK medical aesthetic industry, it’s hard to know whom to trust. We believe that putting the best interests of the client first is not only ethically correct, but also commercially the best approach in the long term. So you can be sure that we’ll only treat you if we believe we can get you a great result.

An ‘area’ consists of both sides of the body. For example both inner thighs are one area, both love handles are one area. Pricing for more complicated treatment plans can be discussed during your consultation. To see the treatable areas for men, go to SmartLipo for men.
SmartLipo can be repeated after four months. If a large volume or several areas need SmartLipo, a multi-session treatment course and pricing plan tailored to your specific needs can be designed during your botonics consultation.
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SmartLipo Male Midsection
Procedure: SmartLipo
Anaesthetic: Local
Areas: Upper abdomen, lower abdomen, love handles (3 areas)
After photo taken: 2 months
Age: 32 years
Comments: Following the procedure the client was motivated to diet, go to the gym and obviously get some sun! -
SmartLipo Male Chest Gynecomastia
Procedure: SmartLipo
Anaesthetic: Local
Areas: Chest, axilla (2 areas)
After photo taken: 3 months
Comments: Client had lose skin and non-glandular (i.e. fat only) gynecomastia caused by recreational use of steroids when younger. -
SmartLipo Female Midsection
Procedure: SmartLipo
Anaesthetic: Local
Areas: Love handles, outer thighs, upper abdomen, lower abdomen (4 areas)
After photo taken: 3 months
Age: 26 years
Comments: Client in good shape, desired perfect shape for modelling career. -
SmartLipo Female Neck/Jawline
Procedure: SmartLipo
Anaesthetic: Local
Areas: Neck/jawline (1 area)
After photo taken: 2 months
Age: 37 years
Comments: Client complained of her 'chubby neck', wanted more defined jaw line. -
SmartLipo Female Neck/Jawline
Procedure: SmartLipo
Anaesthetic: Local
Areas: Neck/jawline (1 area)
After photo taken: 2 months
Age: 41 years
Comments: Client concerned with jawline following weight loss. -
SmartLipo Female Neck/Jawline
Procedure: SmartLipo
Anaesthetic: Local
Areas: Neck/jawline (1 area)
After photo taken: 2 months
Age: 53 years
Comments: Client concerned jowls that formed along jaw line as she got older.
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Prior to your treatment
- Avoid taking aspirin, Brufen, Omega 3 or other blood thinners for 10 days.
- You may drink non-alcoholic beverages and eat normally before the treatment as it is performed under local anaesthetic.
- Tell your botonics doctor prior to the treatment if there has been any change in your medical condition or you have started any new medication.
- Few sessions of lymphatic drainage massage or Endermologie prior to the treatment could enhance the results.
- Be aware that fluid leakage from the incision points is normal, particularly on the first day. Be sure to wear clothes that are washable for your journey home. The lysate that seeps from incision points is very difficult to wash out of clothes, so be sure to wear clothes that can be discarded if necessary.
After your treatment
- Keep the compression garment on for the advised period. This will usually be 24 hours/day for 7 days, then evenings for the following 7 days.
- Your botonics doctor will usually prescribe a short course of antibiotics that should be taken for 4 – 5 days. For your convenience we recommend you have this prescription filled BEFORE treatment.
- The treated area can be gently massaged after 10 – 12 days.
- Avoid vigorous massage for 4 – 5 weeks.
- Lymphatic drainage massage or Endermologie sessions could expedite and enhance the final result.
- Return to every day activity as normal avoiding vigorous activity or sport for two weeks.
- Fluid leakage from the small incisions is normal in the first few days. This will occur mainly in the first 24 hours and you should simply pad the area with fresh gauze as needed. Be sure to wear clothes that are washable for your journey home after the procedure and for the first week. The lysate that seeps from incision points is very difficult to wash out of clothes, so be sure to wear clothes that can be discarded if necessary.
- If you experience persistent or increasing swelling and redness that might indicate infection, or bruising that is more than average, contact botonics on 0845 680 1964 for advice.
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Smart Lipo Prices
- Smart Lipo consultation with specialist doctor FREE
- One area under local anaesthetic £2,400
- Two areas under local anaesthetic £3,400
- Three areas under local anaesthetic £4,400
- Four areas under local anaesthetic £5,400
- One area under a general anaesthetic, day case £3,400
- Two areas under a general anaesthetic, day case £4,600
- Three areas under general anaesthetic, day case £5,800
- Four areas under general anaesthetic, day case £7,000
- Five areas under general anaesthetic, day case £8,200
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Frequently Asked Questions
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