Is it safe to have a third Cool Sculpting session on my abdomen?

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HI, I have had 2 sessions of CS on my abdomen (lower - with large applicator) done but want to go in for a 3rd time. 1> Would that be harmful to me in anyway? 2> Its been about 4 months since my last session. Is it the right time to get the 3rd session? 3>I have experienced a lot of pain with each treatment. What is the best OTC medication I can use(my doctor does prescribe something but I was wondering if there was anything milder and effective) Thanks & regards

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.You might need more treatments The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

At 4 months post CoolSculpting treatment it is safe to have another treatment on your abdomen. As for pain recommendation I recommend Extra strength Tylenol (if no allergy or contraindication is present).

Paul Vitenas, Jr., MD · Answer

In some cases patients looking to remove more fat may be capable of having a third treatment to an area. My recomendation for the pain would be Tylenol.

Michael A. Zadeh, MD, FACS · Answer

If you still have fat in the area, then it is ok to have another CoolSculpting treatment done. Four months after your last treatment is actually a good time to get re-treated. As far as the pain goes, you can try and control it with Tylenol or Ibuprofen.

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

Hi There!Your experienced Coolsculpting practitioner should be able to let you know at the outset how many procedures you can expect to require to achieve your optimal results.  If that is three sessions, that's ok.

Is it safe to have a third Cool Sculpting session on my abdomen?

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