I'm seriously considering getting Coolsculpting done on my love handles and stomach. I've read up on it, but can someone explain to me why it only damages the fat cells and nothing else? And also, does it ever come out "lumpy?" I'm worried about long-term side effects. Also, are the results more dramatic or thinner people or those with more weight to remove? Thanks :)
March 22, 2018
Answer: Coolsculpt Unfortunately, as you have probably read multiple treatments are often needed and this "surprise" might be hard on the pocketbook. A belt is strapped to parts of your body and you are placed in a room to sit for an hour or so. It takes months for the results to be seen. Traditional office liposuction that reduces cost (because you don't need an anesthesiologist or an operating room) is much more efficient as you can remove larger amounts of fat than coolsculpt and you can feather the edges for a smooth transition to the surrounding areas as it is not a "one size fits all" cup applied to the skin. Because coolsculpt only treats small areas these are great patients to treat with traditional lipo and local anesthesia. The incisions are 1/8 of an inch each and you need 1 or 2 for each area. RESULTS ARE IMMEDIATE the fat is gone when you leave 45 minutes later. So as you study the options pay attention to the fine print. Sometimes "invasive" means a lot better not a lot more risk.Good luck.
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March 22, 2018
Answer: Coolsculpt Unfortunately, as you have probably read multiple treatments are often needed and this "surprise" might be hard on the pocketbook. A belt is strapped to parts of your body and you are placed in a room to sit for an hour or so. It takes months for the results to be seen. Traditional office liposuction that reduces cost (because you don't need an anesthesiologist or an operating room) is much more efficient as you can remove larger amounts of fat than coolsculpt and you can feather the edges for a smooth transition to the surrounding areas as it is not a "one size fits all" cup applied to the skin. Because coolsculpt only treats small areas these are great patients to treat with traditional lipo and local anesthesia. The incisions are 1/8 of an inch each and you need 1 or 2 for each area. RESULTS ARE IMMEDIATE the fat is gone when you leave 45 minutes later. So as you study the options pay attention to the fine print. Sometimes "invasive" means a lot better not a lot more risk.Good luck.
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March 2, 2018
Answer: Coolsculpting effects If one maintains a healthy lifestyle (diet and exercise) after their Coolsculpting treatment(s) there will only be positive long term effects. The fat cells in the area treated become frozen and permanently killed 2-3 months after your final treatment. Massage is very important for the next 4-6 weeks after your treatment to ensure the fat cells are broken down and there are no nodules. A patient who does not have enough excess tissue or loose skin is not a candidate for this treatment. It is best to set up a consultation to make sure you are a good candidate!
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March 2, 2018
Answer: Coolsculpting effects If one maintains a healthy lifestyle (diet and exercise) after their Coolsculpting treatment(s) there will only be positive long term effects. The fat cells in the area treated become frozen and permanently killed 2-3 months after your final treatment. Massage is very important for the next 4-6 weeks after your treatment to ensure the fat cells are broken down and there are no nodules. A patient who does not have enough excess tissue or loose skin is not a candidate for this treatment. It is best to set up a consultation to make sure you are a good candidate!
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February 11, 2018
Answer: Long term effects of Coolsculpting Coolsculpting works at a temperature that freezes fat only, and not the surrounding tissues. It rarely comes out lumpy. The quality of the clinic you attend will affect the quality of the result - the treatment plan and placement of the device are important in determining your final outcome and whether or not there is lumpiness. The results do vary to a certain degree among individuals. Being within 30 pounds of your ideal body weight is important. We have many happy thin patients and many happy heavier patients. I believe that Coolsculpting results are more visible in a thinner person, but both groups of patients are very normally very happy with their treatment.
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February 11, 2018
Answer: Long term effects of Coolsculpting Coolsculpting works at a temperature that freezes fat only, and not the surrounding tissues. It rarely comes out lumpy. The quality of the clinic you attend will affect the quality of the result - the treatment plan and placement of the device are important in determining your final outcome and whether or not there is lumpiness. The results do vary to a certain degree among individuals. Being within 30 pounds of your ideal body weight is important. We have many happy thin patients and many happy heavier patients. I believe that Coolsculpting results are more visible in a thinner person, but both groups of patients are very normally very happy with their treatment.
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