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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 May 22, 2019

Friendly staff, uncomfortable prep

By Gavon R., Bellevue, WA, Verified Reviewer

The surgery can be very uncomfortable and if you suffer from anxiety it might not be great for you. Personally I have trouble with surgeries that don’t provide general anesthesia so this was a rough experience. On the plus side though, the staff is very friendly and the Doctor is very thorough in letting you know how your procedure will be conducted. Ultimately I would recommend Sono Bello to most people, just be cautious if you have anxiety.

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

Helpful Review? 28 People Have Voted

Posted on Jan 21, 2017

100% satisfied!

By Laura Lynn, Phoenix AZ, Verified Reviewer

The first procedure I had at Sono Bello was a liable suction on my derrière. The staff, from the front office to consultation to the medical staff, was phenomenal. The results were even more impressive, and I was so happy that around a year later I had three more areas treated.

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

Helpful Review? 27 People Have Voted

Posted on Apr 9, 2019

Initial call

By Jauqwiana D., Texas, Verified Reviewer

I am very disappointed because I was told that my current weight did not fit the criteria for the services, but my thing is, the commercial shows women that look way bigger then I do. How do they know if my scale was not off? It was very discouraging to be turned away.

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

Helpful Review? 27 People Have Voted

Posted on Jan 16, 2016

Amazing

By Lynn, Cincinnati, OH, Verified Reviewer

I had an absolute amazing experience with Sono Bello. Carissa was my initial contact and she was informative, helpful and not at all pushy. She really took her time to make sure you were a good match for the procedure. Dr. Meir was incredible and made me feel extremely comfortable. My results are off the charts incredible. I would HIGHLY recommend them!

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

Helpful Review? 26 People Have Voted

Posted on Jan 9, 2019

Really expensive mistake

By Lindsey B., Colorado, Verified Reviewer

I never lost any weight or inches, and still am numb all over. The 6-month follow-up was a waste of time as the doctor didn't want to do any revisions due to my weight not changing and would charge me for anything additional, but it isn't a weight loss program...didn't matter that I wasn't happy with my results. I could have gotten more fat out had I done each section individually, and now I'm bumpy and lumpy all over, and totally displeased with the results. The most expensive bad decision I've ever made.

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

Helpful Review? 26 People Have Voted

Posted on Feb 13, 2019

So happy!

By Kimberli H., Overland Park, KS, Verified Reviewer

Ok ladies, I’ve been to Sono Bello twice now and I have loved my result, and it does work. You go in fat one day and leave the same day skinny, NO JOKE. Dr. King was my doctor on both times and I absolutely adore her! She’s so caring and is very talented at what she does. I actually was more excited to see her then my procedure, lol. And her nurses, they are all sweet as can be. Dr. King will tell you exactly what she can do for you, no pain during surgery for me that I can remember. I am sore afterward, but I would do it all over again. Heck, I might even get more done again!

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

Helpful Review? 25 People Have Voted

Posted on Apr 11, 2020

Cringe at the name Sono Bello

By Sophia T., Sacramento, CA, Verified Reviewer

Hopefully, this review will help at least one woman from wasting her money at Sono Bello. It’s only after becoming a Christian can I now forgive this company for their misleading and deceptions.

First is the consultation. Yes the staff is extremely nice but who wouldn’t be, they want your money. You’re told if you leave a $1,000 deposit that day then ONLY can you save $2,500 from the total cost of the procedure. (Who doesn’t want to save 2,500?) The fine print said I had to purchase more than one area. They said the laser treatment they used would solve the problem of excessive skin after the liposuction when I asked about it. The day of the liposuction the doctor flipped the switch off of the lipo vacuum after he was finished and said I would definitely need skin removal but since they don’t deal with any incisions or surgery of that magnitude I would have to find a doctor that did. The laser did nothing and so I paid a total of $6,500 plus deposit only to look worse because I have rolls that are now empty and look more saggy than ever. Ladies when you get lipo on your lower and upper abdomen they don’t tell you that you will have back fat that bulges out from your bra strap more noticeably now either. When I complained they just gave me their motto - "EVERYBODYS DIFFERENT!" If I ever hear that phrase I just want to scream.

I cringe at every commercial I see misleading women who are desperate for a slimmer makeover and will just get disappointed. Those people on TV may be real but they had to get plastic surgery to remove the skin that they just don’t do at Sono Bello. Don’t waste your money ladies. Don’t let them make you bitter instead of better.

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

Helpful Review? 25 People Have Voted

Posted on Aug 5, 2015

Liposuction

By Satified Client, Westchester, New York, Verified Reviewer

I had a procedure done ten days ago at the Westchester location. I want to share with you that Dr. Gary Berger was great. He made my experience comfortable and was very patient. Sheba, a receptionist there was awesome and she made me feel at ease with some anxiety that I was experiencing before my procedure. I have to say that the nurses were very nice and accommodating. I went back for my follow up and the nurse helped me to understand what the upcoming months would bring and what to expect after my procedure. I would recommend this office and Dr. Gary Berger to all my friends and family who would like to bring out their beauty. Thanks Sonobello!

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

Helpful Review? 24 People Have Voted

Posted on Dec 12, 2018

Very dissatisfied

By Deborah C., Mount Vernon, NY, Verified Reviewer

I had the procedure to remove fat from my back and waist. There is no difference, my before picture looks better than my after picture. I am so devastated, and I cried for days. I was told that I might need to get more surgery, that statement hurt.

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

Helpful Review? 23 People Have Voted

Posted on Jan 20, 2019

Customer

By Barbara E., Portland, OR, Verified Reviewer

Having had other procedures without problems, I came to Sono Bello with high hopes. Unfortunately, I was very disappointed at every turn.

These "awake" procedures are VERY, VERY painful! The doctor and the nurse did nothing to help me while I sobbed through this whole nightmare.

The front desk folks are more interested in discussing their own problems/weekend plans than being concerned with customers. There was NO follow up when I was so ill at my one-week check-up, I asked the front desk to schedule something and call me. This was because I felt so crummy I couldn’t stand up. Nurse Aletha even asked them to schedule a telephone follow-up call and let me know. THEY DID NEITHER!

My recommendation? Go to a certified, well-recommended plastic surgeon in private practice - they will care for you. Sono Bello is out for your money!

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

Helpful Review? 23 People Have Voted

Posted on Jan 8, 2019

Bogus

By Kisha C., Clermont, FL, Verified Reviewer

These Sono Bello ads are just a set up to get you into their office so they can tell you Sono Bello isn’t recommended for you and surgery will give better results. I am petite, 5'4" and 137 pounds, with a pudgy stomach (my stomach is smaller than the people in these before and after pics), but they say Sono Bello won’t work for me. A waste of time and false advertisement.

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

Helpful Review? 22 People Have Voted
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