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Cool sculpting dent

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Cool sculpting dent

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G5555
$1,500
I saw Lauren at Dr. Rafal's to discuss Coolsculpting on my outer thighs. Being slim to begin with, I was told a good outcome would be achieved with one treatment/cycle. I made an appointment and received treatment on the 2 areas (outer thighs) for an hour each. I did more than the required post treatment protocol by massaging the area for 15 minutes, every day for 3 months. I went back for every required follow up to have pictures taken in order to fulfill the coolsculpting guarantee for fat loss. Several months afterward, I noticed a dimple in one treatment area and then finally a very noticeable, significant dent developed. It is very noticeable while wearing leggings, shorts or a bathing suit. I made another appointment with Lauren to discuss my concerns. (Before the meeting, I researched the causes of such a large indent after Coolsculpting. It is caused by an error of the practitioner in site application and/or time of the paddle on the skin during treatment). Lauren agreed that the dent was significant and suggested a plan for repair. I was happy Lauren saw what I saw and felt it could be corrected. She said that although the price for Coolsculpting had increased since my treatment, she'd honor the price I originally paid to do the repair! I left the office in disgust and embarrassment never to return. For Dr. Rafal's practice to charge a patient for their error is both insulting and laughable at the same time. I've decided to have and pay for the correction of the dent in my leg madly Lauren at Dr. Rafal's practice. I will be treated by a doctor who stands behind the integrity of his work and is focused on my satisfaction, not his bottom line.

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Elyse Rafal, MD

Elyse Rafal, MD

Board Certified Dermatologist

4.8 | 24 Reviews
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Replies (6)

September 3, 2020
Yeah, that's bad. They did the damage, they should fix it.
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May 8, 2021
Thank you! I complete;y agree. Unfortunately they see it differently
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March 20, 2021
That is disappointing. How are you doing now?
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May 8, 2021
Thank you for your response. Actually, I did see another doctor who agreed that the correction should have been done, free of charge by Dr. Rafael's office. He was very understanding and said he could make the correction at a discounted price! I am very happy!
September 24, 2021
Can you explain how do you repair a dent with more coolsculpting treatments in that area.. so just causing a further reduction.? Thanks
January 28, 2023
Sounds like PAH! Please message me for any help