CoolSculpting. Is this indentation normal? (Photo)

Question

I recently had cool sculpting to reduce a small amount of fat on my abdomen. However, 7 weeks later the fat I wanted reduced beneath my belly button is still there, but there is a deep indentation resembling a shark bite about half an inch above my belly button. Can you please tell me if this is normal and will change over time, or if perhaps the cool sculpt was not positioned properly to target fat below the belly button.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I would recommend waiting the full 3 months to see if it resolves. If you are concerned, please speak with your chosen provider. Regards,

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

I would wait a full 3 months to see what the result will be.  If it is still there, you should treat the area right above the divit to reduce the appearance and overhang.

Josh Waltzman, MD, MBA · Answer

It would be helpful to see a series of before and after photos to better understand your results.  If you were trying to treat an area of fat below your belly button and now you have an indentation above your belly button I would recommend you see your doctor to discuss your concerns.  There are a variety of other procedures that are available to help correct this type of deformity if it does not resolve on its own.  Best of luck!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Coolsculpting can cause indentations, this is one of the reason I recommend liposuction by a contouring specialist in certain situations.  You may need more velashape or venus legacy, a liposuction revision/fat grafting or more coolsculpting.  Please see an expert.  Best, Dr. Emer

Jeffrey M. Hartog, DMD, MD · Answer

I would suggest waiting at least the 3 months to see what the full results are from the treatment.  It is hard to tell if this is a result of the CoolSculpting without seeing before pictures and without knowing where the applicators were placed.  Check with your provider to see if they can compare before and after pictures to get a better understanding of what may have happened.

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