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How soon can I get liposuction after having CoolSculpting done on my upper arms?

I had Coolsculpting on my upper arms this morning. Because the protective gel cover sucked into the cup, I only got 40 minutes of treatment on my left arm. The right went the whole 60. I'm very worried I will have very uneven arms in about 8 weeks, just in time for my Caribbean cruise

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July 22nd, 2016

Liposuction fix for CoolSculpting fails #plasticsurgery

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I've done dozens of revisionary liposuction procedures for patients that had CoolSculpting performed. This non-invasive treatment is just not as reliable and effective as traditional liposuction. I'd recommend waiting 6 months prior to embarking on liposuction.

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Scott C. Sattler, MD, FACS
July 18th, 2016

Liposuction - need it soon for a Caribbean cruise.

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Thank you for asking about your liposuction.
  • Coolsculpting causes cold damage to the tissues under the skin.
  • You need to let it heal internally before having liposuction.
  • The difference in treatment may not be significant fortunately because Coolsculpting results are limited.
  • You should not have liposuction until after your cruise.
Always see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Best wishes  - Elizabeth Morgan MD PHD FACS
Elizabeth Morgan, MD, PhD
July 16th, 2016

VASER Hi Definition Liposuction / Body Contouring with Fat Grafting Versus Coolsculpting

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CoolSculpting improves fat but often only 20% per treatment and requires several treatments for optimal results. The time difference from your first treatment on both arms should not create any drastic unevenness. VASER Hi definition liposuction is a great procedure if you are seeking fat loss, contouring, and skin tightening. I would suggest waiting 4 months before undergoing liposuction after CoolSculpting. Please seek an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

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Jason Emer, MD

Jason Emer, MD
Los Angeles Dermatologic Surgeon
4.8 out of 5 stars 203 reviews

July 16th, 2016

Liposuction

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CoolSculpt usually isn't that effective so I doubt you will have any significant problems with asymmetry. But it does take several weeks to show any results so I don't think you will find any experienced plastic surgeon willing to do liposuction before two months or more after your treatment. 
Ronald V. DeMars, MD

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