CoolSculpting

Coolsculpting permanently removes fat from areas resistant to diet and exercise. Typically, it takes only one treatment to see up to a 30% reduction in the fat layer. And it doesn’t require anesthesia, surgery, or downtime, and the results improve over two to three months.

For the treatment, Dr. Shel positions the applicator at the site and leaves it there for 30 minutes to an hour. We have multiple applicators, each ideal for different treatment sites.

This fat-reducer works by freezing unwanted fat cells, which then crystallize and are naturally eliminated from the body through the lymphatic system. You see, fat cells either die from high temperatures or low temperatures.

Though you’ll notice some results shortly after the treatment, the final outcome is realized two to three months afterward. That’s because once you receive treatment, you need to wait for apoptosis (cell death), which can take some time.

Ideal candidates have areas of fat that won’t improve with diet and exercise and are healthy patients seeking a non-invasive treatment to resolve these areas. Some people are better candidates than others, such as those with the following:

• Are Unhappy With Stubborn Fat: If that unwanted fat isn’t going anywhere no matter what you do, getting a little help from some freezing temperatures might be the answer.
• Have Enough Fat: For us to position the applicator, you need enough fat to treat. As a rule of thumb, you should be able to pinch an inch to qualify.
• Are Near Your Target Weight: For you to receive noticeable results, and the ones you want, you’ll need to be near your target weight. Fortunately, if you’re struggling, we offer medical weight loss and can help you get there before you receive CoolSculpting.
• Don’t Want Surgery: Liposuction is an invasive procedure that can help you remove body fat in a specific area, but it’s not for everyone. If you’re looking for something non-surgical, this might be the answer.
• Weren’t Recently Pregnant: To allow your body time to bounce back hormonally and physically, you should wait a bit after you have a baby to receive the treatment. Even your skin elasticity changes during pregnancy, which can lead to less effective results. We also don’t recommend the treatment if you’re pregnant because not many studies have been conducted on expecting mothers.