Cryolipolysis (CoolSculpting) is a popular non-invasive fat freezing medical treatment used to remove those stubborn areas of fat that just won’t go away no matter how much you diet or exercise. It is FDA-approved for permanently destroying fat cells and contouring your body without surgery (a liposuction alternative). Here are some points to definitely consider if you are considering a CoolSculpting procedure.
1.
It’s not a weight loss tool: This might be the biggest surprise if you’re not familiar
with CoolSculpting. You are an ideal candidate if you are in relatively good
health and not too far away from your ideal weight. However, if you don’t have
enough flexible fat, then you may not need this fat freezing procedure. The bottom line is that it’s a supplement
to a proper diet and exercise routine, not a substitute for it. It puts the
finishing touches on the fat loss and body shape you desire.
2.
It’s not intended for sagging skin: As Coolsculpting is a procedure for removing stubborn fat,
it is not effective if you’re hoping to rid your body of excess or loose skin.
In fact, the amount of fat loss caused by CoolSculpting is not enough to tighten
sagging, excess skin. If you have loose skin, you might consider a skin
tightening procedure such as Ulthera or
ThermiTight.
3.
The number of treatments varies from patient to patient: Because your body shaping goals and overall health are
unique, the number of sessions you undergo depends on several factors, but your
desired contouring goals are at the top of the list. For example, if you’re
trying to reduce a small pocket of troublesome fat, one non-invasive fat
reduction treatment could be enough for you, as just a single session can give
you 20 to 25% reduction in fat.
On the other hand, if you have
several pockets on your body that are particularly resistant, you may need
three to five treatments administered every six weeks. Other factors include
your budget, skin condition, and doctor’s recommendation.
4.
Minimal to no discomfort during treatment: This two-hour
procedure can be uncomfortable during the first five to fifteen minutes when
the vacuum grabs the skin and fat. The
procedure is marketed as only an hour (that
time is for one area only). Each love
handle is a separate area, and the lower abdomen counts as two. Many patients
experienced very little discomfort during a session.
5.
A stick of butter beneath your skin: After those cooling panels are taken off your skin, the
fat under the skin of the treated area resembles a stick of butter. Seriously,
the treated fat is commonly shaped like a rectangle. Don’t fret because after
some massaging, it vanishes.
6.
You may feel very few post-procedure side effects: Fewer than one in ten patients report significant pain
following a CoolSculpting session, and it can usually be alleviated with
600-800mg of ibuprofen. Wearing compression garments can also help minimize it.
Otherwise, expected side effects
include minimal soreness, itching, bruising, swelling, tingling, and numbness.
These usually subside within a week. In addition to CoolSculpting for the body,
the CoolMini device can be used to target fatty areas
around your armpits and knees, as well as the double chin.
7.
You could see obvious effects in only a few weeks: Be patient. Although you should begin to notice results
within a month, the more dramatic changes come after about two months. As your
body continues to flush out the treated fat cells, you could continue improving
for up to six months.
8.
The final results are up to you: The final results of this unique fat freezing procedure
are up to you. If you maintain a proper diet and exercise regimen following
your body contouring treatment, the results will last. If you revert to bad
habits, you’ll regain weight and fat (though not in the treated areas).
“Because
I see myself every day, I didn’t see the total results until I saw the
measurements, and the before and after pictures. I lost 3 ¾ inches. I like that.
I’m excited about it! I’m glad I got it. I’m really thankful they have this
technology.” (Coolevent
Winner, Claire S. Amarillo Clinic, 8 Weeks Post-Treatment)[i]
[i] Sources used:
·
“10Things You Didn’t Know About
Coolsculpting” by CLDerm
·
“Cryolipolysis” from Wikipedia
Inspired by
a commercial on TV
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