What causes indentations forming after Coolsculpting and how can they be prevented? (photos)

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I’m thinking of getting CoolSculpting to treat my two back flanks. There isn’t a lot of fat there and I’m fit overall. My concern is that I might get an indent or it wouldn't look smooth. Why do indentations happen in CoolSculpting and ways to prevent them from occurring?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

For unique cases where a variety of modalities could be used to treat the condition, I would suggest an in person or virtual consultation to develop a custom and effective treatment plan.  It is difficult to precisely define the best option without collecting the same information. I suggest reaching out to an expert for a consultation with surgical and non-surgical methods to get a comprehensive option. Best, Dr. Emer.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

Indentations after CoolSculpting are not at all common in my experience.  The placement of the applicators is important to lessen the chance of an indentation.  It also would be very unusual to get an indentation on the flanks.

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