If you've heard of smart liposuction, you might wonder what it is. Some people think it's a new form of liposuction, but that's not what it is. In essence, the term smart liposuction means to approach your liposuction surgery in a responsible or "smart" manner. This includes learning all you can about the procedure, knowing what results to expect, and being wise about your selection of surgeons.

1. Do your homework before selecting a cosmetic surgeon. Most cosmetic surgeons will show you their best before-and-after pictures from previous patients. But how do you know if all of his work turns out that way? Doing your homework on surgeons you get referred to or are considering for your procedure is the best way to find out his or her experience and track record. A great surgeon will take time to discuss everything there is to know about the procedure in great detail with you and never pressure you into having the surgery.

2. Don't be tempted by cheap liposuction bargains. Just because something sounds like a bargain doesn't mean it is. Drastic price cuts means cutting corners. And you don't want to put yourself in the hands of a surgeon that cuts corners to save make a profit. This is your body we're talking about here. Cheap liposuction can mean costly mistakes, so steer clear of it.

3. Discuss what you hope to achieve with your cosmetic surgeon. It's important to know what it is about your body that you want to change. In terms of procedures, lipo is great for contouring certain areas of the body. Liposuction, however, is not something you should look to in terms of losing weight. Discussing your desired results with your surgeon will help you to make a better informed decision.

4. Review the various liposuction techniques available. A lot of things have changed over the years in the liposuction industry. With techniques such as SmartLipo and Vaser Lipo, lasers and ultrasound equipment is now often the method o choice when it come to undergoing liposuction. The benefits of these new procedures are less bruising, swelling, bleeding and scarring. There also no need for general anesthesia. All of this combined cuts the time it takes to recover significantly. But there are even more techniques used today than just SmartLipo and Vaser Lipo, so be sure to do your homework so you better understand which technique your surgeon may suggest for you.

5. Beware of the risks involved with going abroad for cosmetic surgery. Going abroad to have your liposuction can be great if you are looking for a cosmetic surgery holiday. But there are additional risks you need to take into consideration. First, your cosmetic surgeon might not carry the same license as your home country due to less stringent laws. Second, if something were to go wrong, the country you are in may not have the proper facilities or medical care to treat you appropriately. So sure to find out all you can about your cosmetic surgeon and weigh all the possible risks before you decide to have a procedure abroad.

So to be sure your next liposuction procedure is smart liposuction by following these top 5 tips.