CoolSculpting
CoolSculpting™ is a new, non-invasive way to reduce fat using a patented cooling technology. The result is a noticeable, natural-looking reduction of fat in the treated area.
No Needles, No anesthesia, No pain medication and No downtime. Because CoolSculpting is non-invasive, you can immediately return to daily activities, including work and exercise. The results may be seen as early as three weeks following the procedure, and will continue to improve over three to four months.
Most procedures last one to three hours, so the treatment can easily be performed without major disruption to the day. Many patients spend this time reading, working on their laptops, watching TV or sleeping.
How does it work? CoolSculpting uses Cryolipolysis™ , a precisely controlled cooling method to target, cool and eliminate fat cells. Most patients notice a difference in just 2-3 weeks after the treatment, and will experience a 20-25% reduction at this time. The cold causes crystallization of the fat cells in the treated area which damages the cell walls and the fat cells begin to die. Over time, the affected fat cells are naturally eliminated from the body, with continued improvement up to 4 months post-procedure.
After the procedure you can immediately return to normal activities. Some patients experience redness, minor bruising, tingling or numbness in the treated area which is temporary.
A good candidate is near his or her ideal body weight with diet and exercise-resistant fat bulges. If the surgical alternatives are not for you, coolsculpting can be used to get you on your way to a more sculpted look. Coolsculpting is not intended as a weight reduction program for overweight individuals.
The treatment result in a noticeable, natural-looking reduction in fat bulges. Because the treated fat cells are eliminated, long term results will remain stable if you maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Does the procedure hurt? The Coolsculpting procedure is comfortable for most patients. No anesthesia is needed and typically, no pain medication is needed after the procedure, and during the procedure, most patients are comfortable enough to reat, work on their laptops, listen to music, or just relax during the procedure.
Immediately after the procedure, the treated tissue may redden and look or feel stiff which is normal and will disappear within ten to twenty minutes. The vacuum pressure can cause bruising and tenderness. If it occurs, it typically resolves within a few weeks. Numbness or dulling of the sensation in the treated area may occur and is normal. This can last a few hours up to eight weeks. Tingling, tenderness, cramping and /or soreness can occur but should not persist beyond two weeks.
During the consultation, these processes and effects will be explained to the patient, and appropriate expectations will be discussed. Contraindications include Paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria, Cold Urticaria, cryoglobulinemia, and Raynaud’s phenomenon or syndrome. Pregnancy is a relative contraindication.
During the procedure, the patient may feel some discomfort in the first ten minutes as the skin is drawn into the device and cooled. Some nausea, sweating dizziness or light-headed ness may occur. Pictures will be taken prior to the procedure, and at monthly intervals after the procedure.
EXERCISE RESISTANT FAT:
You go to the gym and your weight is relatively stable. You have a healthy diet and lifestyle. No matter how much you exercise or diet, you have lumps, bumps and bulges you just can’t get rid of. The Muffin top, love handles, back fat or bra line is noticeable through a snug fitting t-shirt or blouse. You don’t need surgery or liposuction, you need CoolSculpting.
On average each CS procedure results in a 20 percent reduction of fat in the treated area. The perceived reduction in the fat bulge is closer to 50%. You can attain further reductions as necessary with additional procedures. Some patients only require one procedure.
WHAT DOES IT FEEL LIKE?
The pressure and pulling on the area becomes cold and then numb. The treatment is comfortable and many people spend this time reading, working on their laptop or even taking a nap.
CAN I RETURN TO NORMAL ACTIVITIES AFTER MY PROCEDURE?
Yes, Coolsculpting is completely non-invasive, so you can return to your normal activities immediately. Some patients experience redness, minor bruising, tingling or numbness in the treated area but this is temporary. You may see results as quickly as three weeks after your treatment, and will experience the most dramatic results after two months. But your body is still flushing fat cells and will continue doing so for up to six months.
No supplements or pills are required and you do not have to adopt new diet and exercise habits.
ARE THE RESULTS PERMANENT?
When the have your CoolSculpting procedure, the treated fat cells will be eliminated. As long as you maintain your weight with your normal diet and exercise, your long-term results should remain stable.
Cryolipolysis is a precisely controlled cooling method that targets, cools, and eliminates fat cells without damage to neighboring cells. Crystallized fat cells break down and they are naturally flushed from your body.
Our Procedures
- SmartLipo is a revolutionary system that uses multiple lasers to destroy fat cells and tighten the skin. The system was developed to help get rid of stubborn areas that won’t tone, despite your attempts at following a healthy diet and following a good exercise plan. The procedure is done in the office based setting. Downtime is minimal but not everyone with a fatty bulge is a good candidate, and the Physician and his staff will determine the appropriateness after evaluation of the patient. The usual patient is 10-30 pounds over ideal body weight who wants to look better in clothing and more youthful.
- CoolSculpting is the registered name for a patented process of Cryolipolysis, a method of freezing fat to destroy fat cells and allow your body to naturally reabsorb the destroyed cells. You can say "Bye-Bye" to bulges as the Coolsculpting process freezes away stubborn fat to re shape your body. Say "Ta Ta" to your muffin top and watch your body once again fit your clothes. No Surgery, No Pain and No Recovery. Yes, you can actually go from the treatment to the gym. Get rid of those bulges that don't seem to go away with dieting and exercise.