Sometimes, changing our bodies can be tricky. No matter how much you work out in the gym, that stubborn five pounds won’t budge, or you still feel insecure about that part of your body.
You are not alone in this. A massive 83% of women and 74% of men struggle with body insecurity, regardless of diet, exercise, and other factors.
Whether you’ve had a few kids, gotten older, or just noticed changes in your body, feeling confident in your skin can be difficult.
Fortunately, there is a way to contour your body non-surgically, and non-invasively: CoolSculpting.
Coolsculpting is a non-invasive treatment that freezes fat cells to contour the body. In this blog, we’ll discuss how this procedure works, who is a candidate, and how to know it’s the right solution for you.
Let’s dive in.
How Does CoolSculpting Work?
CoolSculpting uses cold temperatures to reduce pockets of fatty tissue in localized, concentrated areas. While this procedure is not a treatment for weight loss, it can help people permanently eliminate stubborn pockets of fat.
Unlike other fat elimination treatments, this procedure is non-invasive. That means it’s non-surgical and involves virtually no recovery time.
Here’s how it works:
During a CoolSculpting session, a skilled CoolSculpting specialist uses a specialized applicator to target areas of excess fat deposits.
Like a vacuum, the applicator gently sucks on the skin and subcutaneous fat while applying concentrated cooling energy that produces temperatures between 30.2 and 39.2 degrees Fahrenheit.
This concentrated cold crystallizes and breaks down fat cells.
The science is called "Cryolipolysis." "Cryo" means intense cold, and "Lipolysis" means fat cell death.
After 30 days, your body naturally eliminates the destroyed fat cells.
The entire process takes 35-75 minutes, depending on the applicator.
People undergoing this procedure can leave the office immediately without extended healing, recovery time, or skin damage.
Most patients notice a visible reduction in fat deposits after about 3-4 weeks of treatment, with the most dramatic improvements being evident about eight weeks after treatment. On average, CoolSculpting reduces fat in treatment areas by 20%-25%.
Unlike other body contouring treatments, this procedure is permanent since it kills fat cells. Once the fat cells die off, they won’t be able to grow back again.
Is CoolSculpting Safe?
Yes. In fact, CoolSculpting is one of the safest cosmetic procedures available today. CoolSculpting® is FDA-cleared to eliminate stubborn fat under the jawline, under the chin, the upper arms, back fat, bra fat, the flank area (love handles), abdomen, thighs, and under the buttocks (banana roll).
Compared to fat-removal treatments like liposuction, this procedure has many benefits: the treatment is non-surgical and non-invasive and requires no recovery time.
A robust body of research has found that this procedure is reliable, safe, and offers limited side effects. In some cases, people who have undergone this procedure may experience pain or aching, temporary irritation at the treatment site, and other mild side effects.
Is CoolSculpting Right for You?
Because CoolSculpting is so safe, it’s a good fit for most people, including the following:
Anyone who wants to get rid of subcutaneous fat (the soft, jiggly fat that sits directly under the skin and is difficult to eliminate even with healthy lifestyle changes).
People who want body contouring but aren’t concerned about losing weight.
Anyone who leads a busy lifestyle and doesn’t want to undergo cosmetic procedures that involve lots of downtime.
People who want a cosmetic procedure that provides permanent results.
That said, people with the following conditions should avoid this procedure:
cryoglobulinemia
paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria
Even if you don’t have any of the above conditions, we recommend speaking with your provider before seeking any cosmetic procedure if you have any preexisting conditions.
If you’re unsure whether CoolSculpting is right for you, contact Laser Cosmetic Center for a free consultation. Our CoolSculpting specialists will assess your areas of concern to determine if you are a good candidate. Most often, If we can pinch the fat under your skin, we can freeze it. At Laser Cosmetic Center, we provide a 360-degree assessment to determine whether your body type is compatible with optimal CoolSculpting results.
How to Choose a CoolSculpting Provider
Are you interested in undergoing this procedure and wondering how to find a provider that works for you?
Here are a few things we recommend:
Look for a team with ample experience
CoolSculpting results are highly technique-dependent. That means that you’ll get better results by choosing an experienced provider. When in doubt, look for providers that specialize in this procedure and have provided thousands of treatments.
Find ways to enhance your treatments
If you choose to undergo this procedure, you want your treatments to be as impactful as possible, as quickly as possible.
With this in mind, look for a treatment office that offers a way to speed up treatment times. At Laser Cosmetic Center, for example, we use Legacy CoolSculpting machines. While all the latest advertising is for the Elite machines, what people don’t know is that the Legacy machine is the exact same technology.
We already have two machines in our office, which is a significant perk for anyone looking to see results quickly. Two machines mean two applicators, which allows us to speed up the treatment time and treat more areas simultaneously.
Consult before and after pictures
Any time you consider a cosmetic procedure to enhance your body image, you want to know what results other people have gotten. With this in mind, we recommend working with a team that offers a gallery of before and after photos for each of their treatments.
Look for complementary treatments
Good cosmetic dermatologists should be versatile. With this in mind, look for a team (like Laser Cosmetic Center) that can offer more than just this procedure. Additional services like lasers, injectables, and more can help you look and feel your best!
Laser Cosmetic Center: Your Source for Reliable, Professional CoolSculpting Treatments
Whether you want to lose stubborn pockets of fat, feel better in clothes, or just enjoy a lighter, more toned body, CoolSculpting is a great way to freeze body fat without surgery or downtime.
Here at Laser Cosmetic Center, we’re proud to be the go-to cosmetic dermatology provider for people in and around Kalispell and the Flathead Valley.
Ready to learn more about CoolSculpting and how our team can help you enjoy safe, effective treatments? Contact us today to speak to our providers.
