I did cooltone to prep for my wedding. I had four treatments on my abs. I definitely noticed my abs were more toned. The procedure isn’t painful. Definitely beats a workout. What I didn’t anticipate was the strength and balance benefits I would gain. I noticed an improvement in my workouts. I wasn’t as clumsy and had more stamina during weight lifting. I also had less lower back pain. I would highly recommend this procedure if you’re willing to continue treatments. Maybe one or two every few months. I think it’s a great boost to your normal fitness routine, but you do need to be in shape a bit for the value to last.
Dr. Steven’s office is a full experienced, educated group all his technicians are wonderful especially Rachel and Jennifer Although I have never had plastic surgery with Dr. Stevens, I have had other procedures from CoolSculpting, Venus viva, micro needling, fillers and Botox. This may sound like a lot but it was all done over a year and done so well everyone just thinks I’m looking you get because of my exercise and diet. You can immediately see the difference with your before and after pictures. His skin care products are also the best I’ve ever used and that’s a lot of different expensive ones. Follow the protocol and you too can have beautiful looking skin and body.
I am 51 and got a breast lift with fat transfer by Dr. Stevens. I am so happy with the results! I love the natural look that the fat transfer gave me. It was exactly what I wanted. He did lipo on my belly and flanks to harvest the fat needed. Now I feel like when I work out I can actually see the results! Thank you Dr. Stevens! You are simply the BEST! I am already looking forward to future work I need to have done. :))))
After consultations with 4 dr's for my breast lift and implant surgery I decided without a doubt to go to Grant Stevens. He was the most knowledgeable, experienced and reasonably priced of any of the dr's I met with. Not to mention that he had a great bedside manner and made me feel very comfortable about my procedure. His staff was also extremely professional and helpful. I am going back to him this winter to get my eyes down..there is no other dr I would trust for any of my cosmetic needs!
I'm 41 and have been considering having outer thigh lipo for 20 years. I don't have great skin quality so I was never brave enough to take the chance. I eat very clean and workout 10 hours a week since I was about 18. Despite being a very fit 5'4, weighing a max of 127 pounds and wearing a size 2 or 4...I could never lose the small "saddlebags". After my 41st birthday I decided to be brave, very brave since I just moved from the East Coast and didn't have a doctor yet. I started going to Dr. Grants office for injectables (after much provider and staff research) and had a conversation with him about it. He gave me good information with no pressure and made me feel confident that I could achieve the results I wanted. I had the procedure on July 30th and I could not be happier. I look in the mirror and cry happy tears pretty often. I feel so blessed that I found Dr. Grant Stevens and his amazing staff. I have a West Coast doctor for life!
As a nurse, I want the absolute best of every aspect when it comes to surgery. Best PA's, best anesthesiologist, best plastic surgeon, period. Dr Grant Steven's apparently agrees with me, because he has put together a world class team, hands down. VIP experience, every time.
Marina Plastic Surgery is the best all-around center for services that include numerous options. Over the last few years I have received various treatments by Jennifer Tinelli, NP-C. She is an amazing nurse practitioner with many years' experience in this field. She is extremely calming, incredibly competent and has the most pleasant personality. She has given me Ultherapy treatments, facial laser treatments, injectables, and recommendations for skincare products and treatment that I follow. With her treatments and skincare product recommendations, my face and skin have improved to the point that many people assume I am 10 to 15 years younger than I am. Thank you Jennifer for all that you have done and continue to do for me and thank you Dr. Stevens for having her on your staff. I am a loyal client of Marina Plastic Surgery and will continue to be so for many years to come.
Dr. Stevens is amazing! Surgery can be a scary thing. He took all of my fears away. Dr. Stevens is so friendly, so informative, and so caring. I left there feeling so great! I would recommend him to everyone. You will love your results! Best surgeon ever!
I had an incredibly positive experience with Dr. Stevens and his staff. My breast reduction surgery was successful and two years later I’m still extremely pleased. I recommend Dr. Stevens without reservation.
Fantastic experience! Friendly staff, I came in for a consult in the afternoon and they squeezed me in same day for my first session. Rachel stayed late just to make sure everything went smoothly. Would highly recommend!This reviewer received a gift card from RealSelf in exchange for their review.
Unfortunately, some of the information you have received is incorrect. Once you are an adult, you do not gain or lose fat cells. If you gain weight, the fat cells you already have expand and conversely, if you lose weight, the fat cells you have shrink. You can't gain fat cells. You can lose fat cells for good by having them treated and destroyed with Coolsculpting or by having them removed with liposuction. Losing fat cells however does not render you immune from future weight gain. If your eating habits are poor or excessive, you will gain weight. If after Coolsculpting or liposuction you maintain healthy eating habits and exercise, your weight won't change. Hope that helps. Best of luck.
The provider you met with is correct. Though Coolsculpting is a simple procedure at first glance, there truly is a level of technique and skill involved with achieving a great outcome. First of all it's important to determine if someone is or isn't a good candidate--does an area have the subcutaneous fat that is ideal for Coolsculpting or is the problem skin laxity or deeper visceral fat? Experience in the artful placement of applicators for the best outcomes is crucial as well. An inappropriately placed applicator can leave indentations that are unsightly and difficult to correct. Find a provider with level of experience and expertise that makes you comfortable and that they can explain to you why they feel their plan would work well for you. Take your time in deciding and if you aren't comfortable, find another provider. Best of luck.
For anyone that may not be an ideal surgical candidate due to health history, Coolsculpting is a great non-surgical option. Without an examination and consultation in person, it's difficult to say how many cycles would be ideal but from your photos it appears that you would potentially be a good candidate for treatment on your abdomen and flanks (sides). Coolsculpting can help you sculpt your mid section without risking your health-- It's been proven to be a safe and effective treatment.
It's always best to check with the surgeon that performed your gallbladder surgery prior to any procedure within 6 months of your surgery to make sure it's okay to proceed. . If the area you are Coolsculpting is not on the abdomen, then there is no problem whatsoever.
Hi and thank you for your question! We decide how many cycles at the consultation, which is based on the assessment and measurement using the cool mini template. You definitely want to allow for overlapping of the cycles, so there is not pockets of fat left in between treatment areas. Its hard to say for sure how many cycles without assessing you in person. It does appear you could benefit from treatment not only in the central portion, but also sculpting along/below the jawline, as long as the applicator fits well and there is enough subcutaneous fat there to treat. We also have found that Alastin's Transform Body cream has been not only improving results overall, but also results area showing faster, but skin is tightening and texture is improving, as well. We recommend all of our patients use this with coolsculpting. Best, Dr. Grant Stevens