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Sono Bello

Overall Rating

3.3

230 Customer Reviews

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Summary

Sono Bello specializes in a variety of body contouring and liposuction services that are claimed to help you remove unwanted fat and to achieve your specific beauty goals. Liposuction is considered an effective procedure, but there are risks involved.

Pros

  • Effective treatment for fat removal
  • Minimal recovery time
  • 60+ locations around the US
  • May be more effective than CoolSculpting
  • Potentially long-lasting results with a healthy lifestyle

Cons

  • Results may be subtle
  • Customer complaints against Sono Bello sales tactics
  • Pricing information isn’t transparent
  • Small risk of serious complications

Customer Reviews

3.3 Stars out of 230 Reviews
5 Star:50% 4 Star:6% 3 Star:2% 2 Star:4% 1 Star:36%
57% Recommend This Company
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Posted on Dec 22, 2018

It is very expensive and they lie

By Robin M., Washington, Verified Reviewer

It is very expensive and they lie and will leave you alone in the room while you are naked on the bed, and they will do the procedure knowing you feel everything. And when it doesn't work, it's your fault, like how many kids you have and age, etc. And they also don't tell you that the real people already had other surgeries. So, don't do it, they are not going to fix what happened to my body, they said I will have to pay more to get it fixed.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 69 People Have Voted

Posted on Dec 21, 2018

I love Sono Bello!

By Karla R., San Diego, CA, Verified Reviewer

If you are looking for body sculpting, then Sono Bello is the place you should be choosing. From the moment you walk in, you are greeted by great staff, friendly, and make you feel welcomed. The consultation reps are not only friendly but knowledgeable when answering your questions. Dr. Chung is an amazing, doctor and surgeon, if you get him then you are lucky! I’d recommend him and this facility to anyone. As far as my procedure, I had liposuction and I’m am very happy with my new look, it’s given me more confidence and has in a way been better for my health as I now eat way healthier than before and I exercise regularly now. So I thank Sono Bello for being part of my journey. You won’t regret it!

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 10 People Have Voted

Posted on Dec 21, 2018

ThinAir fraud

By Emily S., Tacoma, WA, Verified Reviewer

Soooo, I was tired of not seeing results on my own, so I looked into weight loss solutions. I wanted to do something more natural and safer than surgery, and the ThinAir Balloon program seemed perfect. I’m 5'11", about 195 lbs. I work out 3-4 times a week, weight lifting and cardio, and while my eating habits aren’t perfect, they certainly aren’t the worse. I had some extra weight, I was thinking 30lbs, that I needed to get rid of.

I looked into the ThinAir program but didn’t qualify by myself. So I begged my sister to co-sign and in September 2018 got my first balloon placed. So I changed my eating habits for healthier options and continued to work out as usual. After the third and final balloon was placed and I hadn’t seen any results, I started to get worried. I asked Sono Bello what I’m doing wrong - what should I be doing differently? They said, "it’s calories out verses calories in." So I started a food log and have been since eating about 1300 calories a day. I have a very physical job, 12 hours a day and with all the working out - there’s no reason I shouldn’t be losing weight.

So the balloons come out in February (two months), and I still haven’t seen any results, despite my best efforts. Sono Bello said they have never seen anyone not lose weight on this program. I even went and had my thyroid and cortisol levels checked - both came back normal. I spent $7500 on a program that has had zero results and I’m devastated. I still owe all this money for nothing, and I’m still fat. If I had known this would happen, I would have just had liposuction for much cheaper. I was approved for this program and told I’d be an excellent candidate, and now here I am.

I asked Sono Bello if there was anything they could do for me, if there was any way they could help me, and they said after the balloons are removed they would discuss "other options" with me. Which tells me they’re just going to try and sell me something else. They make millions of dollars on people’s insecurities and they probably will just throw me away after the balloons are removed. I was told this would be perfect for me and I would probably lose 20 lbs or more. And nothing. I’m seriously so devastated I just want to give up. So here I am - broke and still fat. I can barely even pay my rent.

My advice is unless you’re obese, this program probably won’t work for you. Do your research! Don’t let Sono Bello hype things up like they did for me.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 69 People Have Voted

Posted on Dec 21, 2018

Change for me

By Gena H., Kansas, Verified Reviewer

I never would have thought this would be something I'd do. But here I am, three months later, and the change in my body is SO amazing. I have curves and it feels good when I look at myself and see clothes actually fit big, and me look small. I'm starting to have confidence that for SO long I didn't have. The excitement of trying on clothes that this time last year was a struggle and now just zip up, a belt pulled tighter or better yet getting rid of clothes because they are too big is THE BEST!

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 13 People Have Voted

Posted on Dec 20, 2018

Commendable experience

By Jamie H., Cleveland, OH, Verified Reviewer

Friendly staff - from the front desk, office manager, nurses, to the doctor! They knew what they were doing and were prompt about it - wasted no time which I find extremely commendable. Dr. Stroup was calm cool and collected pre, during, and post surgery. Even personally called me later that night to follow up/check in with me. Class act! He played music softly in the background during surgery - I LOVED IT! Music has always been my "get through" good and bad times. It was so, so comforting to hear/sing along to classic chart-topping hits. You know, the good ol’ stuff! I’m only a week out of surgery and I can already see a difference! The swelling hasn’t even gone away yet I can already see results.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 14 People Have Voted

Posted on Dec 19, 2018

Feedback

By Ronald H., Baltimore, MD, Verified Reviewer

I want to take this time to thank and sent out a special shout to Dr. Henry Paul, Jr. following my surgery December 8th. I am amazed at the ease in which I continued my day following my surgery, I mean I had zero downtime, without taking any painkillers (prescribed and/or across the counter). It was almost as thou I did even have surgery that morning. Later on that day I felt so good I even walked my dogs as I usually do. Job well done!

Thanks.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 9 People Have Voted

Posted on Dec 18, 2018

One week post op

By Maria A., San Diego, CA, Verified Reviewer

I have had such a great experience so far at Sono Bello. Amanda and Natashja were both very approachable and took the time for all of my questions. They made me feel at ease through the whole process.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 8 People Have Voted

Posted on Dec 17, 2018

Awesome results!

By Leona P., San Diego, CA, Verified Reviewer

I am beyond happy with my results. Everyone at Sono Bello San Diego ROCKS! I would recommend them to anyone interested in making a body change. I am hoping to have more done. The recovery time was just a day or two, nothing major, I was back to work by day three! Thank you Sono Bello!

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 12 People Have Voted

Posted on Dec 17, 2018

My second experience with Sono Bello

By Melissa V., San Diego, CA, Verified Reviewer

This is my second experience with Sono Bello and again they did an exceptional job and the procedure went smoothly. The front desk staff, nurse, and Dr. Handler have been absolutely awesome. I am only 10 days post op, but I feel wonderful and confident with my procedure. Dr. Handler did an amazing job and I see dramatic results already.

Thanks, team, for helping me gain my self-confidence back. I truly love you all. I would recommend Sono Bello San Diego to all my friends.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 10 People Have Voted

Posted on Dec 14, 2018

Excellent location

By Erin Z., California, Verified Reviewer

I have had an amazing experience with Sono Bello La Jolla. I had a very comforting and positive experience with my initial consultation. I decided to go forward with a TriScuplt procedure. My meeting with the surgeon met all of my expectations. The staff took the time to answer all of my questions pre and post-op. My results were great. I continue to get compliments since my surgery (I just got another one today!). I have never regretted having the procedure and recommend this location thoroughly. I have also followed up with venus legacy treatments which enhanced my results. Thank you, Sono Bello, for this amazing experience!

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 8 People Have Voted

Posted on Dec 14, 2018

Great experience!

By Jacqueline C., Cleveland, OH, Verified Reviewer

I was very pleased with the entire process, from the consultation to the 3-month follow-up. Every person that I encountered with kind, knowledgeable and positive. The doctor took the appropriate amount of time to meet with me and discuss my concerns and what he could accomplish with the procedure. I was educated on self-care afterward and the importance of following directions for optimal results. I am so pleased with the results! It was well worth the money and time to visit Sono Bello.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 7 People Have Voted
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