Although I worked out all my life, hitting middle age, as well as going through a change in lifestyle, caused me to put weight on in places that exercise alone just was not helping. I was depressed about it and put on more weight, even though I was eating very small meals. I began to lose my enthusiasm for working out, feeling that nothing would help at this point in life. Early in 2007 I decided to make an appointment with a plastic surgeon to get "tweaked" with regular liposuction in all those places that typically become problematic - the triceps area, waistline & upper thighs. He used general anesthesia, I bled severely afterwards (the nurses in the ambulatory unit were worried), I continued to bleed a lot for several days, and I was in much pain and required painkillers for several weeks. Worse than that, I was not pleased with the results. They were lumpy, and I was less happy with my body than before the procedure. The plastic surgeon's response was "give it more time and lose more weight". Well, I'm 5'6 and at that point was a size 8. One could hardly say I was overweight, although I was much happier when I was a size 6.
Last winter I started reading about Dr. Young and his "SmartLipo" procedure, which had been approved by the FDA in November, 2007. I did further research regarding this procedure and Dr. Young's qualifications. I was impressed by Dr. Young’s training and qualifications. I was very excited about the prospect of his being able to target specific areas while I was awake and would be aware of what was going on. After meeting with Dr. Young, I felt confident in him and his assessment regarding the areas that were botched or not corrected by the regular liposuction. His evaluation was very thorough and he explained his suggested approach in detail in terms anyone could easily understand. He took the time to answer all my questions. After some additional thought, I went ahead and booked an appointment for the "Smart Lipo". Although I was nervous (as is everyone, I imagine) the morning of the appointment, Dr. Young and his staff had a calming effect, talked me through the procedure so I knew what was going on and what to expect each step of the way. I was given a Valium when I arrived, received local anesthesia in the areas that were being worked on, and if I felt any pain at a certain point, Dr. Young added anesthesia to that area before proceeding. I left the office feeling no pain until the anesthesia wore off (you are given an Rx for painkillers), and although I needed them that evening and the next couple of days, I then felt well enough to stop taking any. There was very little bleeding afterwards, and I hardly needed more than band-aids over the incision areas within a short period of time. I began to see results quickly.
The procedure works, and it gave me the boost I needed to get back to a regular workout routine. I am now back to my former size 6, and I've had a blast buying a whole new wardrobe. Dr. Young will probably tell you that "Smart Lipo" is for fixing areas that need help; there is no guarantee of weight loss. The areas that I needed "tweaking" are tweaked (I'd like to add that Dr. Young is a "perfectionist", is proud of his work and wants his patients to be happy with the results). Everyone is telling me how great I look. I highly recommend Dr. Young and "Smart Lipo" to anyone who needs that "help" in certain areas.
F.D., 35, Easton, PA
"I WEAR WHAT I WANT TO NOT WHAT I HAVE TO!!
I used to get dressed based on whatstill let me look OK. What was just long enough to hide THAT. NOW? Iget dressed in the morning in whatever I want – because ALL my clothesfit now, not just some! There is no ‘spot” that looks bad. There is no“if only I lost THAT”. Its gone!
Having SmartLipo with vaser, was notan easy decision for me. For me - It meant admitting “I lost”. It meantadmitting I didn’t have the will power to follow through on the gym. Itwas “the easy” way out. And hey, honestly, it wasn’t the mostinexpensive decision. Here’s what it WAS for me (and is) -
*It was immediate.
* It is fantastic.
*And most of all – IT WAS SUCH A RELIEF!!
I left Dr. Young’s THE DAY OF MYPROCEDURE with an overwhelming sense of “its over”. I had halfheartedly done a “food program”, used several diet pills (none of themwork) , liquid hoodia imported from Africa, bought miracle equipment,joined two gyms (that I always had an excuse not to go to – hey I’m abusy person), I came up with “plans” -exercise, pilates, video workouts. and listened to everyone tell me I looked fine. The truth was, Ididn’t look fine according to me. That affected everything. It affectedhow I felt, how I handled new situations, special events like weddings,swimming in my own pool! It affected everything around me, absolutelyeverything! I left Dr. Young’s and went home and all I could think was– IT’S OVER!!!!
And that thought quickly turned to – I LOOK AND FEEL GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I have learned a couple things since my first consultation –
I didn’t “lose” – the people still in the gym on some machine are the ones still losing, I already lost it all.
I didn’t “not have any willpower”.But my will power is better used in things in my life that require meto use it, not something as simple as extra fat.
I didn’t take the easy way out, I took the most direct path, right back into a size 6!
And unlike the gym, the pills, etc – its gonna last!!!!!!!!
And the money – I did this for ME. I am worth it. I deserve to look and feel great!
I am 35, with two children. Know whatsomeone called me the other day? SMOKIN HOT! I will probably forever begrateful, because I thought that was something I wouldn’t hear again.But I did!! Oh by the way – it was a stranger!! A total and completestranger! You might say who needs that, who WANTS that. I certainlydidn’t expect it, but it was wonderful to hear!!!
I didn’t know what to expect for theprocedure itself. I was a little scared. Ok, I was A LOT scared. It wasall very comfortable and calm. Dr. Young and each and every member ofhis staff was kind, patient and supportive. I was most touched by Dr.Young’s concern for my comfort from the beginning of the procedure allthe way through. He asked me constantly if I was good, if I feltanything, if I wanted to take a break. (took awhile for me – there wasa lot to remove) I had some questions following the procedure and Icalled into the office a few times. Again, each person in his staff waskind and patient. He was even kind and patient when I called him onChristmas Eve!! The only thing I would change going backwards is howlong I waited for the initial consultation.
For the first time in 7 years – ICAN’T WAIT FOR BATHING SUIT SEASON! No need for a cover up, no need tostay out of the water. I can’t believe I am saying that, but I am!
SmartLipo, Vaser Lipo and Dr. Younghonestly changed my entire life. I am a better person, both inside andout. I feel and look FABULOUS!!! "
“Dr. Young is such a perfectionist! He wasn’t happy until I was happy, and I AM happy! I researched other places, but no one had the amount of training and experience Dr. Young did. That made me comfortable to know I chose the right doctor!”
L.J. - Bethlehem
"Ever since I had my baby, I've never been able to get rid of the fat on my stomach. I had considered a tummy tuck at one point, but was afraid to go under general anesthesia. I was also concerned about the long-term recovery timer and all of the pain involved.
D.W.
I decided to get SmartLipo with the Vaser procedure and WOW what a difference! There was minimal discomfort during the procedure and everyone was so nice. What a great staff Dr. Young has! They were all so helpful! The day after my procedure I went food shopping. It was great to have something this significant done and not be down for the count! Thank you Dr. Young for giving me such an amazing transformation!"
J.D., Allentown, PA
"SmartLipo is the most incredible procedure I've ever had. The bottom line is that I got my jaw line back and the shape of my face is the real me for the first time in years. I will definitely do this procedure again to take care of another area."
A.J. - Lehigh Valley
During my initial consultation with Dr. Young for the new SmartLipo procedure I decided that I would look no further and neither should anybody who is thinking of having SmartLipo done! Dr. Young explained the procedure in detail, what to expect before, during, and after and everything he said was right on target! I am super thrilled with the results and I began seeing results within the first few days after the procedure.
The experience I had at Dr. Young’s office was nothing but positive, my results are amazing and they get better with each passing day. I have had traditional liposuction in the past with a different doctor and it was an awful painful recovery but with SmartLipo there was minimal discomfort and I actually went home after the procedure and did three loads of laundry and later that day had dinner at a diner with a friend.
My results are smooth and perfect, and the procedure is very affordable, there is no reason not to have it done if anybody is thinking about having SmartLipo done I would say "run, don't walk to Dr. Young today!" I'm so pleased with Dr. Young and his attentive caring staff that I have even been back for other procedures such as Botox and facial fillers!
Dr. Young is the best of the best and I would recommend him to anybody who wishes to look their best! I am so very glad that I decided to have my SmartLipo with Dr. Young and you will be too!