CoolSculpting® (or cryolipolysis) is a nonsurgical fat reduction procedure that uses cold temperature to reduce fat deposits in certain areas of your body. The procedure is designed to reduce localized fat deposits or bulges that don’t respond to diet and exercise.
Areas commonly addressed with this treatment include your abdomen, hips, back fat, thighs, arms and neck. The effect is similar to liposuction in that it reduces fat but not skin. Liposuction reduces fat by vacuum suction, while CoolSculpting® does so by freezing fat (if loose skin is the problem, then traditional surgical procedures are generally preferable).
CoolSculpting® is completely nonsurgical, so you can typically return to work and normal activities immediately.
When considering CoolSculpting®, choose a surgeon with significant experience performing the procedure. Friends, family members or an internist or primary care doctor are often helpful in suggesting the best surgeon.
For the best results, choose a cosmetic surgeon who’s affiliated with a major medical center, such as Cleveland Clinic. Make sure to ask your cosmetic surgeon about their credentials, training and how many procedures they’ve performed.
All CoolSculpting® treatments get rid of fat in stubborn areas. Here are some other things to expect:
Good candidates for CoolSculpting® have noticeable bulges in certain areas. The procedure is specifically designed for those who have unwanted fat that resists diet and exercise. Unlike gastric bypass surgery, this procedure isn’t a weight loss solution for people who have obesity. It is, however, a nonsurgical alternative to liposuction. Request a one-on-one consultation with us to determine if CoolSculpting® is right for you.
Once the treated fat cells are crystallized (frozen), your body processes the fat and eliminates these dead cells. Once the treated fat cells are gone, they’re gone for good.
As the cooling begins during the first few minutes, you’ll feel pressure and intense cold. This soon dissipates. Many people read, watch videos, work on their laptop or even take a nap during their treatment.
CoolSculpting® is FDA-cleared for the flank (love handles), abdomen and thigh. With over one million treatments performed worldwide, it’s proven to be a safe and effective treatment for nonsurgical fat reduction.
You may start to see changes as quickly as three weeks after your treatment and will experience the most dramatic results after two months. But your body will still flush out fat cells and continue to do so for up to four to six months after the procedure.
Insurance rarely covers the cost of elective cosmetic surgery and procedures. Please call 216.444.4004 and ask to speak with one of our financial representatives who can explain payment options, including CareCredit financing.
