Is it possible for patients weighing more than 200 lbs participate in coolsculpting? Will it just take more session to see results?
Answer: Coolsculpting Coolsculpting is an excellent form of non-invasive fat reduction for the right patient. Some applicators take 1 or 2 hours but the new advantage applicators take only 35 minutes and have significantly less risk for delayed onset pain (especially in the abdomen). Results are seen at 2 months and typically 1-3 treatments will be necessary on each area to achieve ideal results. The number of treatments depends on the amount of fat there and the patient's goals. There is not downtime and the results can be impressive in the right patient. We also use the Zimmer Z-wave for improved patient comfort and added results. The best candidates are those who are in pretty good shape with areas of stubborn fat that won't go away no matter what. My best, Sheila Nazarian, MD, MMM Beverly Hills, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Coolsculpting Coolsculpting is an excellent form of non-invasive fat reduction for the right patient. Some applicators take 1 or 2 hours but the new advantage applicators take only 35 minutes and have significantly less risk for delayed onset pain (especially in the abdomen). Results are seen at 2 months and typically 1-3 treatments will be necessary on each area to achieve ideal results. The number of treatments depends on the amount of fat there and the patient's goals. There is not downtime and the results can be impressive in the right patient. We also use the Zimmer Z-wave for improved patient comfort and added results. The best candidates are those who are in pretty good shape with areas of stubborn fat that won't go away no matter what. My best, Sheila Nazarian, MD, MMM Beverly Hills, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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September 30, 2013
Answer: CoolSculpting in an overweight patient
CoolSculpting is amazing technology when used properly. It would take a consultation to determine whether you would benefit from inner thigh treatment. The amount of fat, shape of fat distribution, and quality of the skin are factors that should be considered.
Coolsculpting will reduce the fat in the small treatment areas only without any weight loss. It is for bulges, not bulk. With this expectation you may be very happy with the results even at a heavier weight if the bulges are disproportionate.
-York Yates MD, Utah.
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September 30, 2013
Answer: CoolSculpting in an overweight patient
CoolSculpting is amazing technology when used properly. It would take a consultation to determine whether you would benefit from inner thigh treatment. The amount of fat, shape of fat distribution, and quality of the skin are factors that should be considered.
Coolsculpting will reduce the fat in the small treatment areas only without any weight loss. It is for bulges, not bulk. With this expectation you may be very happy with the results even at a heavier weight if the bulges are disproportionate.
-York Yates MD, Utah.
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February 12, 2016
Answer: CoolSculpting Candidate Thank you for your question. CoolSculpting is not a weight loss solution for people who are obese, or a substitute for surgical methods such as liposuction. Good candidates have noticeable bulges in certain areas they’d like to get rid of. Your doctor will determine if treatment is right for you during a one-on-one consultation.
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February 12, 2016
Answer: CoolSculpting Candidate Thank you for your question. CoolSculpting is not a weight loss solution for people who are obese, or a substitute for surgical methods such as liposuction. Good candidates have noticeable bulges in certain areas they’d like to get rid of. Your doctor will determine if treatment is right for you during a one-on-one consultation.
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September 1, 2015
Answer: CoolSculpting for pt more than 200 pounds
Thank you for your question.
CoolSculpting is a procedure for patients with isolated areas of fat that are diet / exercise resistant - not for patients who have to loose a significant amount of weight. I wouldn't recommend this procedure for anyone who is over 200 pounds.
I hope this helps.
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September 1, 2015
Answer: CoolSculpting for pt more than 200 pounds
Thank you for your question.
CoolSculpting is a procedure for patients with isolated areas of fat that are diet / exercise resistant - not for patients who have to loose a significant amount of weight. I wouldn't recommend this procedure for anyone who is over 200 pounds.
I hope this helps.
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September 1, 2015
Answer: Obesity does not respond well to Zeltiq CoolSculpting
Similar to liposuction, CoolSculpting is not indicated for the obese. The ideal candidate is one who exercises and eats a healthy diet but can't lose a certain bulge. CoolSculpting only removes about 20% of the volume of fat in one treatment so there would have to be too many treatments and you would still not get a good result. In addition, you can't treat all the areas of the body. So if you started to reduce one area in an obese patient, the adjoining areas might look strange.
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September 1, 2015
Answer: Obesity does not respond well to Zeltiq CoolSculpting
Similar to liposuction, CoolSculpting is not indicated for the obese. The ideal candidate is one who exercises and eats a healthy diet but can't lose a certain bulge. CoolSculpting only removes about 20% of the volume of fat in one treatment so there would have to be too many treatments and you would still not get a good result. In addition, you can't treat all the areas of the body. So if you started to reduce one area in an obese patient, the adjoining areas might look strange.
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