Coolsculpted chin is really swollen, hard, red and hot to touch. Is this normal? ()

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I had my chin Coolsculpting done three days ago now. I had both sides and then the middle treated. So, three in one sitting. All three resulted in the same lump that you can see in the first picture. What is concerning is that my entire chin is hot to the touch. This certainly isn't what I expected. It's so noticeable that I was asked if I was ok at the store this morning. I've included some pictures that I just took. It's swollen, hard, red and hot. What do you think?

Andrew Smith, MD, FACS · Answer

Although redness of the skin is not the typical reaction in days following the CoolMini treatment, it is likely nothing to be concerned about. Redness is a visual indicator of inflammation in the treatment area, which is what will ultimately heed your desired results. Be patient with the process, as results should be visible in 3 months time. Enjoy!

Danielle Shanley, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Yes, that is normal after treatment since the area has had trauma to it. The bruising and heat should subside in a few days.

Nissan Pilest, MD · Answer

Coolsculpting Mini is a non-surgical treatment that uses cryolipolysis (or freezing) to reduce stubborn pockets of fat. It works by delivering controlled cooling to a localized area, which then causes apoptosis (cellular death) to the submental fat. Some side-effects include swelling and numbness may last up to 4 weeks, but most patients return to normal activities the same day. Always follow up with you Board Certified Dermatologist if redness or swelling do not subside.

Grant Stevens, MD · Answer

Though some amount of redness and swelling is common after Coolsculpting with CoolMini to the chin area, by the looks of your photos you may have had a CoolAdvantage Petite and not a Mini. It is difficult to know for sure with photos and not seeing you in person, if for some reason they decided to use the larger applicator for your treatment , you will have much more noticeable swelling, redness, etc.  CoolAdvantage applicators are meant for the body and not the face/chin.  The size, suction and temperatures are calibrated for the body while the Mini is specifically designed for the more delicate chin area.   Follow up with the office that performed your treatment.  In the meantime, many patients find compression helpful, ibuprofen and massage.  Best of luck.

Violetta Mailyan, DO, MS · Answer

Hello,
It sounds like you had three treatments in one day, considering some of it must have been overlapping this may be normal for the version of the treatment you had done, it is an aggressive approach to coolmini but I am sure you discussed risks and benefits before  treatment, hope that helps, Dr Violetta Mailyan.

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