Who Says You Look Your Best in High School - Atlanta, GA

After working out 4-5 days a week, eating as healthy as I could, I had just about given up. Yes, I had seen my body change but not like I wanted to- not until CoolSculpting. I always thought, "This little belly is all due to genetics. There is nothing I can do." Never did I think being wrong would make me so happy!Shawndelle at Beaty Facial Plastic Surgery was amazing. She really made me feel comfortable about the procedure and about the assessment. I admit, I was totally nervous to be exposed and show the area that I had been so unhappy with for years. Even in high school, when I weighed nothing and was made of muscle, I still always had this little belly. Shawndelle gave me an entire assessment of what areas I should treat. I was really worried that it was going to hurt or it was going to hinder me from the workout I had to do that evening- so I only did treatment on my lower abdomen even though she suggested my upper abdomen and flanks. I really wanted to see what the treatment was like before I committed to doing it everywhere. When the treatment began, I was pleasantly surprised at how much it didn't hurt at all. After about 10 minutes had passed, I was sound asleep! The initial draw of tissue into the applicator was a surprise but nothing compared to what I expected. I think the gel liner on my skin before that was the most uncomfortable, but still that was nothing more than cold! After almost an hour, Shawndelle returned to complete a gentle massage and place the applicator on the right, lower abdomen. This time, I stayed awake so that I would be able to discuss my treatment. It was wonderful! I felt relaxed and comfortable. When my treatment was complete, I was a little sore and did bruise a little bit. I was able, however, to do an entire leg workout that evening with squats, lunges, leg press, etc. All exercises that rely on stabilization of your core. Portions of the area felt numb for about 6 weeks but it was nothing I had not been warned of. A few weeks later I was in the ladies room and noticed that my stomach felt flatter than I had ever felt. I came flying out in front of the mirror and turned from side to side like a little bird doing a dance! Never in my entire life had my stomach been so flat! Never had I ran my hands down my stomach and not felt that little belly bulge! But it was gone! Completely smooth and it looks amazing! Whomever said that your body is the best in high school had never heard of CoolSculpting! Because of this procedure, I have confidence I have never had, I will try on any dress, and I am nothing but motivated and determined to keep improving in the gym. I feel like I finally have a result that mimics the hard work I have put into my body!The photos I provided show me at baseline, at two weeks out, and then at 4 weeks out. The area treated only improved more and more over the next 8 weeks. In retrospect, I wish I had followed Shawndelle's assessment and done all the areas of opportunity at the same time. Since then, I have had my upper abdomen treated and my lower flanks. I am so happy with the progress and cannot wait to show you my full transformation photos! Oh, and that cute little pair of shorts I wore in high school- they fit me better than they did then... but that style... you can't CoolSculpt that into fashion!