I had coolsculpting done on my left outer thigh, 5 months ago. It has created a noticeable dent and deformation when standing and even worse when sitting down (see photo). I had no deformations prior to this single procedure. What are things that can be done to correct this? It is incredibly unsightly and embarrassing.
Answer: Results after Coolsculpting -- add Venus Legacy, Vanquish, truSculpt, Exilis, Cellutone, Zwave, Evive - "Fire and Ice" You may have some swelling for 3-6 months after Coolsculpting. Most patients require a second treatment 2 to 3 months after the first to see better outcomes. For best results with Coolsculpting, a combination approach is needed. I recommend adding radiofrequency treatments like Vanquish, truSculpt iD, Venus Legacy, and Exilis Ultra for skin tightening and with Z wave/Cellutone for skin smoothing. If you still have specific problem areas that do not respond to non-invasive treatments, a VASER Hi-Definition Liposuction procedure with ThermiRF, Renuvion (J-Plasma), and InMode BodyTite may be needed to give more fat removal, contouring, skin tightening, and definition. I suggest getting a formal evaluation with a hi-definition physique expert. Best, Dr. Emer
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Answer: Results after Coolsculpting -- add Venus Legacy, Vanquish, truSculpt, Exilis, Cellutone, Zwave, Evive - "Fire and Ice" You may have some swelling for 3-6 months after Coolsculpting. Most patients require a second treatment 2 to 3 months after the first to see better outcomes. For best results with Coolsculpting, a combination approach is needed. I recommend adding radiofrequency treatments like Vanquish, truSculpt iD, Venus Legacy, and Exilis Ultra for skin tightening and with Z wave/Cellutone for skin smoothing. If you still have specific problem areas that do not respond to non-invasive treatments, a VASER Hi-Definition Liposuction procedure with ThermiRF, Renuvion (J-Plasma), and InMode BodyTite may be needed to give more fat removal, contouring, skin tightening, and definition. I suggest getting a formal evaluation with a hi-definition physique expert. Best, Dr. Emer
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September 5, 2021
Answer: Post Coolsculpting Outer Thigh "Dent" Midwest Thank you for your question and photograph. An in person consultation is necessary to determine your best course of action. These areas can be improved with fat transfer or fillers to the area. At times more than one procedure is necessary. Good Luck #DRB
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September 5, 2021
Answer: Post Coolsculpting Outer Thigh "Dent" Midwest Thank you for your question and photograph. An in person consultation is necessary to determine your best course of action. These areas can be improved with fat transfer or fillers to the area. At times more than one procedure is necessary. Good Luck #DRB
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July 6, 2022
Answer: Correcting CoolSculpting dent This CoolSculpting induced skin depression can be treated either with dermal fillers or Sculptra injections. Please consult a board certified doctor for your appointment and consultation.
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July 6, 2022
Answer: Correcting CoolSculpting dent This CoolSculpting induced skin depression can be treated either with dermal fillers or Sculptra injections. Please consult a board certified doctor for your appointment and consultation.
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September 2, 2021
Answer: Fat grafting There are a couple of options- you can take fat out around the depressed area to better conceal it (liposuction or additional Coolsculpting) or you can fill it with either filler or fat. I would go back to the provider you received the treatment from and bring up your concerns. They may offer you correction at little to no cost. Hope this helps!
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September 2, 2021
Answer: Fat grafting There are a couple of options- you can take fat out around the depressed area to better conceal it (liposuction or additional Coolsculpting) or you can fill it with either filler or fat. I would go back to the provider you received the treatment from and bring up your concerns. They may offer you correction at little to no cost. Hope this helps!
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September 1, 2021
Answer: Coolsculpting dent on thigh Good morning. I'm sorry to hear you didn't get the results you were looking for after coolsculpting. Unfortunately, irregularities after coolsculpting (or liposuction) can happen, and sometimes they can be pretty noticeable. It is difficult to really examine the extent of what you are mentioning from that single picture, however, there are a couple ways to try to correct the 'dent'. Depending on what the rest of your thigh looks like, one way would be to perform liposuction on the adjacent areas to try to blend in the 'dent'. Other possibility could be doing fat grafting directly onto the area that is indented to raise its contour to match the adjacent areas. These are all options that could be discussed at the time of consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. I hope this helps! -Dr. Polynice
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September 1, 2021
Answer: Coolsculpting dent on thigh Good morning. I'm sorry to hear you didn't get the results you were looking for after coolsculpting. Unfortunately, irregularities after coolsculpting (or liposuction) can happen, and sometimes they can be pretty noticeable. It is difficult to really examine the extent of what you are mentioning from that single picture, however, there are a couple ways to try to correct the 'dent'. Depending on what the rest of your thigh looks like, one way would be to perform liposuction on the adjacent areas to try to blend in the 'dent'. Other possibility could be doing fat grafting directly onto the area that is indented to raise its contour to match the adjacent areas. These are all options that could be discussed at the time of consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. I hope this helps! -Dr. Polynice
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