Does CoolSculpting Work?
With celebrity devotees like Kristin Davis and Molly Sims, CoolSculpting is one of the most popular non-surgical body contouring treatments.
In fact, the fat-freezing procedures shaping capabilities are well documented in countless before and after photos.
Nevertheless, some individuals may question these results and wonder: Does CoolSculpting work?
If youre considering CoolSculpting, keep reading to learn exactly how it works and the kind of results you may expect.
What Is CoolSculpting?
CoolSculpting is a non-invasive treatment that can permanently remove fat from various parts of the body through cryolipolysis.
The device is used with a series of applicators that suction and apply very cold temperatures to fatty tissue. This process causes destruction of fat cells, which are gradually removed by the lymphatic system over the next few months.
Because It doesnt cause any damage to skin or tissue, CoolSculpting is a zero-downtime treatment.
Why Should You Consider CoolSculpting?
This non-surgical body contouring procedure can help women and men spot-reduce unwanted bulges from their abdomen, flanks, thighs, hips, back, chest, arms, and chin, without incisions, anesthesia, or downtime.
Each CoolSculpting cycle takes as little as 35 minutes, and most patients find the procedure very tolerable. You can even recline, read, or watch tv for the duration of the session.
Post-treatment, patients may experience temporary and mild redness, swelling, numbness, tingling, itching, or bruising, which resolve on their own in a few days.
Does CoolSculpting Work?
CoolSculpting is well-regarded among patients and providers as a safe treatment, with a high success rate.
Patients can begin to note visible slimming as early as four-to-six weeks post-procedure, and may achieve up to a 25 percent reduction of subcutaneous fat.
Results usually peak at three months, and a series of one-to-two sessions is often recommended for optimal outcomes.
That being said, CoolSculpting is not a weight loss treatment and is designed to target and eliminate small pockets of diet and exercise-resistant fat.
Accordingly, its best-suited for women and men that are committed to a healthy lifestyle and want to improve the shape of their physique.
How Long Do CoolSculpting Results Last?
Once CoolSculpting destroys fat cells, they are unable to return. Nevertheless, if a person gains a considerable amount of weight and doesnt adhere to a clean diet and regular exercise, other fat cells can still expand.
Therefore, while CoolSculpting can effectively reduce fat and shape the body, it is not a replacement for eating well and working out.
To learn more about CoolSculpting and if it may be right for you, please contact our office today to schedule a comprehensive consultation.
Dr. Eliot Battle
Dr. Eliot Battle, CEO of Cultura Dermatology, is a global leader in cosmetic dermatology and laser innovation. His Harvard research pioneered “color-blind” lasers, making treatments safe for all skin tones. A sought-after expert featured in TIME, Oprah, and The New York Times, he continues to advance inclusive, cutting-edge dermatological care.
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