CoolSculpting is a safe, FDA-approved procedure that reduces unwanted fat without surgery. This non-surgical treatment helps reduce fat that is resistant to diet and exercise. It works by using a device that gently attacks fat cells underneath the skin, crystallizing and freezing them until they die and gradually disappear. Clinical studies have shown that CoolSculpting can reduce subcutaneous fat by 25% after a single treatment.
Before scheduling a CoolSculpting procedure, it is important to do your research and understand the process. During the consultation, the area you want to treat will be evaluated and the thickness of the fat will be manually palpated. You will also receive a detailed explanation of how CoolSculpting works, including how the treatment is administered, common and rare side effects, and the type of results you can expect from the treatment plan described. Typical side effects after the procedure include temporary numbness, redness, swelling, bruising, firmness, tingling, stinging, and pain.
For a few hours after removing the applicator, many patients experience redness in the treated area. It can take weeks or months to recover from surgical options, depending on the work done and the size of the incisions. However, non-surgical procedures carry a very low risk and recovery time is much shorter. Once the fat is shed, there are some good habits you can adopt to maintain your beautiful results. Eating healthy fats could actually help you keep your body weight down.
Additionally, non-surgical or minimally invasive options for reducing fat include technology that uses heat, cooling, or an injectable medication to reduce fat cells. If you're considering fat reduction without surgery, it is important to understand what to expect during and after your appointment for a nonsurgical fat reduction treatment. Only a board-certified plastic surgeon is trained to perform the best procedure to help you achieve your goal, whether surgical or non-surgical.
