Do you have one or two problem areas preventing you from sculpting your ideal physique? Are you tired of the disciplined caloric deficit and strict exercise routine you stick to? Do you feel confident you can maintain your weight after you achieve your desired aesthetic? If so, keep reading this comprehensive guide by your aesthetic experts at Tarola Plastic Surgery in Murfreesboro, TN to learn everything you need to know about CoolSculpting.
What Specific Areas Does CoolSculpting Target Effectively?
CoolSculpting effectively targets many specific areas with moderate or severe excess fat deposits, including the chest, upper back, and lower back. Other large areas that can benefit from treatment include the buttocks, inner thighs, outer thighs, flanks, and abdomen. However, the cryolipolysis device can also be used to eliminate excess fat from smaller areas, including the:
- Upper arms
- Underarms
- Submental region
How Many Sessions Are Required To Achieve Optimal Results?
Dr. Nicholas A. Tarola, MD uses the most advanced cryolipolysis technology on the market. In the past, up to six sessions per area of concern were required to achieve optimal results. When treated with the CoolSculpting Elite device, you may only need one session to sculpt your desired contours. However, individual treatment plans vary. We’ll let you know during your consultation if you are likely to need more than one session per area.
How Soon Will My Optimal Results Become Apparent?
Initial results of treatment will begin to be seen as early as three weeks after the treatment session. However, everyone’s timeline of results is unique, and it may be closer to four weeks before you start seeing a change. All told, it may take you around four months to enjoy the final results of your non-invasive fat removal treatment.
Are There Any Preparation Steps Required Before Treatment?
No, there isn’t anything special you need to do to prepare for treatment. However, it is advisable to wear loose, comfortable clothing and skip applying cosmetics before your appointment. During your treatment, a special gel will be applied to your trouble region, and we’ll clean your skin off before we apply the gel.
Am I a Good Candidate for Freezing My Stubborn Fat Away?
We’ll let you know if cold therapy can effectively eliminate your stubborn fat during your initial evaluation. Generally, a good CoolSculpting candidate is near their ideal body weight if they are not at their desired weight already. This treatment isn’t effective for people who suffer from obesity. You also should have good skin elasticity, a healthy lifestyle, and at least an inch of pinchable fat in each of your areas of concern.
Are There Any Contraindications?
There are contraindications for this treatment that make it unsuitable for some people. You should hold off on getting this treatment if you nursing, pregnant, or trying to conceive because the FDA has not approved this treatment for use in such women. Additionally, this may not be the ideal fat removal treatment for you if you have very lax skin.
Additionally, you’ll be deemed a poor cryolipolysis candidate if you suffer from a medical condition triggered by cold temperatures, like paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria or cold agglutin disease. Furthermore, we won’t be able to treat your trouble regions if you experience any skin irritation in the areas, like eczema, sunburn, or open wounds.
How Long Will My Appointment Take?
Generally, each treatment takes between 35 and 75 minutes to complete depending on which area is targeted for treatment. If you want to treat several areas, your appointment may take around one to three hours. We’ll give you a better idea of what to expect once we’ve evaluated your problem areas and discussed what results you want to get out of treatment.
Are There Any Aftercare Rules I Need To Follow?
There are several things you should do after treatment to facilitate rapid results. One vital step is massaging the treated areas several times daily. You should also apply warm compresses and wear compression garments.
What Other Cosmetic Treatments May I Be a Good Candidate for?
If you are tired of always looking tired due to dynamic wrinkles, you may be a good candidate for BOTOX injections. This FDA-approved neuromodulator has been used for decades to treat myriad concerns. However, it is typically used to treat signs of premature aging in the upper face, like crow’s feet, forehead folds, and brow lines.
Note that a consultation is required to determine if you qualify for BOTOX. There are contraindications for this treatment, including a history of anaphylaxis, bleeding disorders, and hypertension. You also may not be a great fit for BOTOX injections if you have a history of keloid scarring or suffer from a disorder, like diabetes, that causes slow wound healing.
Schedule Your Initial Consultation Today
If you have a moderate or severe amount of excess fat in a problem area, it can probably be treated effectively with CoolSculpting. Cryolipolysis is usually used to treat large areas with excess fat deposits, but stubborn fat can also be removed from smaller areas. To confirm your candidacy for this treatment, schedule an appointment with us at Tarola Plastic Surgery in Murfreesboro, TN today.
