CoolSculpting dent on outer thigh. What can be done to correct this? (Photo)

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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.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

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

Mark Berkowitz, MD · Answer

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

Dmitriy Schwarzburg, MD · Answer

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.

Megan Dreveskracht, MD · Answer

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!

Alain Polynice, MD · Answer

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

CoolSculpting dent on outer thigh. What can be done to correct this? (Photo)

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