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Would You Suggest CoolSculpting for Fat Volume Reduction on the Posterior (Butt)?
Would You Suggest CoolSculpting for Fat Volume Reduction on the Posterior (Butt)?
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Alex in Atlanta
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CoolSculpting Not For Posterior
Thank you for your question. CoolSculpting is FDA-cleared for the flanks (love handles) and abdomen and is proven to be a safe and effective treatment. Unfortunately, it is not cleared for use on the posterior.
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CoolSculpting by Zeltiq might be used by some doctors for the buttocks in an off-labeled use.
Although Zeltiq did not apply for FDA clearance of CoolSculpting to be used for buttock fat reduction, physicians can use FDA-cleared devices for such off-label uses should they determine that the patient is a candidate for such treatment. There may be even more utility in treating the buttock in the future when a new more flexible applicator becomes available, possibly after Jan. 2013. Until then, there are three possible applicators, the 6.2, 6.3 and the new Curve which offer the physician...
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Coolsculpting for the buttocks
If your talking about the areas above the buttocks, Coolsculpting is great. However, for areas in the actual buttock region I would just recommend standard liposuction for the best results. Good luck!
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Coolsculpting to sculpt butt area.
Dear writer, This may be done by an experienced provider as an off label use, as treatment of this area has not received FDA approval. I see its main use in the butt area when treating the banana roll below the buttock crease.
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Coolsculpting on the butt
Coolsculpting is FDA approved for the abdomen and waistline. However, physician can use it off label for other areas as indicated. The area of interest has to fit the cooling panels. The best way to see if you are a candidate for Coolsculpting, is to get a consultation. Cooslculpting is a non-surgical alternative to liposuction. There is No cutting, No needles, No injections, No garments, No downtime, and No need for anesthesia. The other alternatives may reduce the appearance of...
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