I am 18 and I am interested in CoolSculpting for my lower abdomen. This has always been my problem area and, due to hypothyroidism, it is extremely difficult for me to lose weight. However, I am a healthy weight and I am close to my goal body. As I said, losing weight is very difficult for me, but I have always wanted a flat stomach. Would I be a good candidate for CoolSculpting? Am I too young for this procedure even though it is noninvasive? Also, what would the cost be?
July 9, 2016
Answer: 18 year old with hypothyroidism and cool sculpting Dear Hannah, Hypothyroidism in and of itself is not a contraindication for cool sculpting. We have been doing cool sculpting for over about 2 years and honestly we rarely do clients your age however that does not mean a practice wouldn't do it. Since you are 18 it would be worth a consultation at a reputable medical practice. Since you mentioned you are at a healthy weight with a problem area it is worth an evaluation. Best of Luck.
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July 9, 2016
Answer: 18 year old with hypothyroidism and cool sculpting Dear Hannah, Hypothyroidism in and of itself is not a contraindication for cool sculpting. We have been doing cool sculpting for over about 2 years and honestly we rarely do clients your age however that does not mean a practice wouldn't do it. Since you are 18 it would be worth a consultation at a reputable medical practice. Since you mentioned you are at a healthy weight with a problem area it is worth an evaluation. Best of Luck.
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July 18, 2016
Answer: CoolSculpting and hypothyroidism Being 18 itself is not a contraindication but given that you have hypothyroidism, it is best to ensure that is properly managed before having a CoolSculpting consultation. The other benefit is that it is non invasive. It is not uncommon for teenagers in late teens to have plastic surgery such as rhinoplasty and breast augmentation. So age itself in this scenario is not the contraindicationIn addition, results work best for people at or near their ideal body weight because it is one of the most effective non invasive devices for body contouring. However it is not a weight loss solution. I do have clients who use it to kickstart a healthier lifestyle of diet and exercise. Do your research and meet with a qualified provider who is going to take all these things into consideration and not just sell you the CoolSculpting procedure. All the bestDr Soni
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July 18, 2016
Answer: CoolSculpting and hypothyroidism Being 18 itself is not a contraindication but given that you have hypothyroidism, it is best to ensure that is properly managed before having a CoolSculpting consultation. The other benefit is that it is non invasive. It is not uncommon for teenagers in late teens to have plastic surgery such as rhinoplasty and breast augmentation. So age itself in this scenario is not the contraindicationIn addition, results work best for people at or near their ideal body weight because it is one of the most effective non invasive devices for body contouring. However it is not a weight loss solution. I do have clients who use it to kickstart a healthier lifestyle of diet and exercise. Do your research and meet with a qualified provider who is going to take all these things into consideration and not just sell you the CoolSculpting procedure. All the bestDr Soni
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