CoolSculpting: Non-Surgical Fat Reduction

1. CoolSculpting: Non-Surgical Fat Reduction

2. Cryolipolysis is actually a noninvasive technology that uses extreme cold to dismantle fat cells and help reduce a fat pocket. A paneled or cupped device is placed on top of the skin in the actual treatment area, where it transmits temperatures that are just low enough to freeze fat cells, essentially destroying them. Because skin, muscle as well as nerve tissue freeze at a lower temperature than fat, these tissues actually remain unharmed. CoolSculpting is actually the brand name of cryolipolysis.

3. Benefits of Non-Surgical Fat Reduction Little to no downtime is required No general anesthesia, incisions or scars Side effects are minimal for majority of patients Gradual onset of results allows patients to be discreet about treatments Results can actually last as long as a patient maintains his/her weight

4. Limitations Reduces fat only (minimal sculpting ability if we compare it to liposuction) We cannot choose exactly about how much fat is lost, only estimate a percentage Multiple treatments may also be needed to achieve desired results May not be suitable for patients with significant amounts of fat to lose

5. Facts About Cool Sculpting FDA cleared for abdomen, hips, inner or outer thighs, back (“bra rolls”), upper arms, under the buttock, and under the chin Best for patients who wish to actually reduce the size of a fat bulge with little reshaping Some of the studies show that up to 25% fat reduction per treatment is actually quite typical Treatments take 35 minutes to about an hour to perform; any discomfort is usually mild as well as includes an intense cold feeling Common side effects include temporary, mild swelling, redness, tingling as well as numbness. Serious or lasting side effects are extremely rare Typical patient is actually satisfied after 1 to 2 treatments Results are noticeable within 1 month and final after 2-3 months Results last barring significant weight gain