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How long after a tummy tuck can you I have CoolSculpting to the flank area?

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sammiestarDec 29, 2017

I am 3 months p.o. and had it done today, they said it was fine, but just wanted to ask a professional..hoping I didn't do the wrong thing

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Douglas Wu, MD

Don’t worry; the wipe is an antibacterial wipe used to clean the area that is going to be CoolSculpted. The CoolSculpting machine itself protects against frostbite with built-in skin sensors. The temperature never goes low enough to harm or freeze the skin. Consulting with a board-certified de...

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Brian K. Reedy, MD

Thank you for your question! While CoolSculpting was just recently FDA cleared to help improve laxity in the submental area only, it does not tighten any additional areas of the body. It’s best to schedule a consult with a Board Certified surgeon in your area to evaluate your areas of conc...

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Kimberly Butterwick, MD

 CoolSculpting treats fat and really has no effect on other tissues, nor should it interact with your hip replacement. However, I’d suggest either doing the CoolSculpting before your surgery or wait until some time afterwards. Your skin may be too tender for CoolSculpting if you have it done to...

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Alan N. Larsen, MD

Thank you for your interest and question. Having a hernia in or adjacent to the treatment site is contraindicated for Coolsculpting.  There is a chance that Coolsculpting could exacerbate a pre-existing hernia.   Coolsculpting could still be an option for you for other areas such as flanks, in...

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