
How to Get the Best Out of Your CoolSculpting Session! (Important Post-Treatment Care)
CoolSculpting is an amazing fat reduction technique and is a widely sought-after cosmetic procedure in the U.S. today. Alternative techniques like liposuction are slowly losing their appeal because of the risks associated, given the invasive nature of these procedures.
If you're looking for a CoolSculpting practice near you, we recommend coming to Aesthetic Gynecology Specialists of WNY - an experienced and trusted clinic in Buffalo, NY. Our certified CoolSculpting specialists have helped hundreds of patients reach their fat reduction goals through this FDA-cleared treatment.
An Overview of the CoolSculpting Procedure
What is CoolSculpting?
Introduced in 2010,
CoolSculpting (or Cryolipolysis)
is a non-invasive treatment that
is geared toward body
contouring. It precisely freezes
targeted fat cells that lie
under the skin, cools and
eventually crystallizes them.
Once these cells are
destroyed, the liver
deconstructs them in the 8-12
weeks following the procedure
and eliminates the crystallized
cells from the body.
CoolSculpting uses an applicator
that resembles a suction hose,
and with every treatment. The
size of the applicator used will
vary based on the expanse of the
treatment area, its location,
and how easy/tricky it is to
access. About 20% of fat is
pulled into the hose, thus
reducing the fat cell count
permanently.
Now when we
use the word 'permanent' we mean
that the results are
long-lasting only if the patient
maintains a fit lifestyle moving
forward.
A question we
get asked is; Can you gain
weight after CoolSculpting?
Absolutely! There is always the
possibility of the remaining fat
cells expanding in size and
causing the patient to pack on
the pounds again if they do not
exercise regularly and lead a
healthy lifestyle.
Which areas of the body
are ideal for CoolSculpting? The
most common areas that patients
seek to treat are;
- Stomach
- Flanks (love handles)
- Bra fat
- Thighs
- Back
- Arms
- Chin
This procedure has had
immense success in women and men
alike. Even high-profile
celebrities like Kris Jenner and
Khloe Kardashian have given
CoolSculpting a stellar
endorsement because of the
simplicity and effectiveness of
the treatment.
The Ideal Candidate for CoolSculpting
CoolSculpting is ideal for
those patients who have stubborn
pockets of fat in the stomach,
thighs, neck, lower back and
arms that refuse to go away even
with the right diet and
exercise. It is not a quick fix
for those patients who are
obese.
In short, the
ideal candidate for this
treatment is someone who
maintains a healthy lifestyle
but needs to get rid of excess
fat that may have accumulated
due to childbirth, aging, and
other uncontrollable factors.
What to Expect Before the Treatment
The first step in the process
is scheduling an appointment
with your physician so that they
can examine your medical
history, body type, and
lifestyle habits and determine
whether you would be a good
candidate.
The
CoolSculpting applicator can
only be applied to those areas
that have 'pinchable' fat, that
is, excess flab that can be
tugged or grabbed. Your
physician will also set certain
real expectations as to how many
sessions you will need and what
you should and shouldn't expect
from the procedure.
What to Expect During the Treatment
Each area can take about 60
minutes to be treated by the
applicator. Seeing as the pain
experienced is minimal with
perhaps a minor numbness, the
patient is able to sleep or read
a book during their session.
Because of its non-surgical
nature, no anesthesia is needed
during and no medications are
prescribed after the treatment.
You can return to work as soon
as your session is done.
Your doctor may suggest
getting more than one area
treated per session so as to
reduce overall treatment times.
What to Expect After the Treatment
How long does it take to see
results of CoolSculpting? It
takes about 3 weeks for the
initial results to kick in, with
the final results showing up
after 6 months. In most cases,
patients have to wait at least
30 days between one session and
the next.
In a majority
of cases, patients will have to
undergo two or three sessions
until they reach their fat
reduction goal.
Our
doctors often get asked; What
can I expect after
CoolSculpting? There is little
to no downtime after the
session. Minor side effects like
bruising, tingling, soreness,
redness and numbness could arise
in the treated area, though
these symptoms subside quickly.
Some patients have
reported that the treated skin
has become a tad discolored,
however, your doctor should
easily be able to address this
with a topical cream or
medication.
Important Post-Treatment Care
If you are experiencing any
post-session pain, it's
important to convey these to
your doctor right away.
Any pain or swelling can be
addressed with over-the-counter
painkillers - but make sure you
always check with your doctor
before you take anything. For
further pain relief, you can
try;
Deep breathing
Gentle exercises
Warm compresses
Massage therapy
Guided imagery
To be comfortable and accelerate your relief after the treatment, we recommend the following;
Wear comfortable
clothing and try Spanx or
other such compression
clothing
Keep the treated areas
exercised so that they don't
fall into disuse
Report any severe
effects to your doctor
immediately
Can you take a bath after CoolSculpting?
It's advisable to
not take a steam shower or use a
sauna as excessive heat applied
to the skin during the 24-hour
period following the treatment
can reverse any positive
effects.
How do you
massage after CoolSculpting? The
specialists will administer a
2-minute massage after the
treatment that involves vigorous
kneading and circular massages.
This further breaks down fat
cells and improves the
therapeutic outcome by as high
as 60%.
Besides the
above, it is very very important
to maintain a healthy diet and
exercise plan following the
surgery. This is one of the only
ways to ensure that the results
last for as long as possible.
Don't be afraid to ask your
doctor for guidance on how to
maintain the contouring effects
of the procedure.
The Amazing Benefits of CoolSculpting Are Within Your Reach!
The team at Aesthetic
Gynecology Specialists of WNY
have extensive training and
knowledge about CoolSculpting
and can help you achieve your
desired fat reduction goals.
But first. We
encourage questions - Ask as
many as you like! We are
standing by right now.
Contact us and we'd be happy to
help.