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Yes, as long as you are cleared by your Doctor, you can have Coolsculpting. For best results with Coolsculpting, a combination approach is needed. I recommend adding radiofrequency treatments like Vanquish for skin tightening and with Z wave/Cellutone for skin smoothing. However, a Vaser with ThermiRF procedure is the best combination for a toned result, but requires more downtime. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer
Thank you for your question. In general, there is no reason for avoiding Coolsculpting in Lupus patients. Having an autoimmune disease doesn't mean you would have a complication from CoolSculpting. I recommend checking with your rheumatologist if they have any concerns regarding the cold temperature that your fat is subjected to during CoolSculpting.Best of Luck ,Andrew T. Lyos, MD, FACS
We have treated patients with various autoimmune conditions in our Del Mar, CA dermatology practice. Lupus included. However, I would check with the PCP or Rheumatologist that is following you for your Lupus and make sure they are in agreement.
CoolSculpting should be fine with lupus, but it would be best to check with your primary doctor or whoever manages your lupus first.
CoolSculpting works well for the majority of people who are good candidates. It's not clear if you were treated 6 times or in 6 areas. If you were treated in the same area(s) over 6 treatments, then maybe consider an alternative treatment. Also remember, if you gain weight...
Thank you for your question. Based on your photos, I do think that Coolsculpting has the potential to help address the asymmetry of your lower buttocks. It is important to consider that Coolsculpting is said to deliver about a 15-20% reduction of the treated area. I recommend setting up a...
There haven't been any published medical studies looking at the efficacy or safety of EMS device use in conjunction with CoolSculpting, so there is no "right" answer to your question. I recommend you bring your EMS device into your Dermatologist's office during your consultation so they can lo...
It takes between 2-3 weeks for you to start seeing results after your first treatment, At the time of your initial consultation wand treatment, it should have been explained to you how many treatments you will need to target the fat in your problem areas. Some people need one...
SonoBello is a trademarked brand of minimally-invasive (meaning local anesthesia with sedation rather than general anesthesia) surgical procedures, including various forms of liposuction. This is usually provided by a plastic surgeon operating at a SonoBello facility. Typically, surgeons work...
While it is legal to have these services performed by an aesthetician, it is important to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon or dermatologists prior to treatment to insure that you do not have any underlying medical conditions that could interfere with your results. In the case...
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