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Many of us have stubborn fat despite diet and exercise.
Coolsculpting
You do everything you’re supposed to do: You eat right, you work out, you avoid saturated fats and processed foods and you drink 8 glasses of water a day. But, if you’re like many of us, you still struggle with bumps, bulges and rolls that just won’t budge. Nothing you do—no amount of diet or exercise—seems to have any effect.
Finally, there’s an answer: the only FDA-approved, non-surgical, patented procedure that literally freezes away excess fat cells and helps you get rid of them forever. It sounds too good to be true, but it’s not: It’s CoolSculpting.
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What is CoolSculpting?
Technically speaking, it’s cryolipolysis: the process of using cold to destroy fat cells. CoolSculpting is how we use cryolipolysis to remove stubborn fat from areas that are generally resistant to diet and exercise—and change the shape of our bodies.
Everyone is born with a set number of fat cells that get bigger or smaller as they gain or lose weight. CoolSculpting technology applies a temperature cold enough to freeze out fat cells, but not so cold that it damages the surrounding tissue. The frozen cells die off, and the body then uses its own natural processes to flush them out…permanently.
Facts
CoolSculpting Fast Facts
- The #1 non-surgical body treatment in the world
- Proven safe & effective through clinical trials involving more than 5,000 patients
- Used in more than 70 countries
- 5,000,000+ procedures performed to date
- 95% of patients would recommend the treatment
How It Works
How It Works
It’s all based in science: Fat cells freeze at higher temperatures than surrounding tissues. So, the CoolSculpting applicator delivers precisely controlled cooling to the target areas, freezing the fat without damaging the skin above it.
Many people see results after just one CoolSculpting treatment! Additional sessions further enhance those results, since each treatment can reduce the number of fats cells in a given area by about 20%. The frozen fat cells die and are then eliminated. You’re left with a more toned and sculpted shape.
CoolSculpting is only offered in medical offices under the supervision of trained and licensed professionals. The device includes automated built-in safety features to ensure patient safety; if it senses the skin getting too cold it immediately shuts off.
Reference: 1. Data on file. ZELTIQ Aesthetics, Inc.
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CoolSculpting technology uses controlled cooling to target and kill only these fat cells.
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In the weeks to follow, your body naturally processes the fat and eliminates these dead cells.
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CoolSculpting procedure results are long-term,1 as treated fat cells are gone for good.
Why CoolSculpting
Why CoolSculpting at Vega Med Spa?
While there are other offices that provide fat-freezing treatment in our area, Vega Med Spa’s significant investment in CoolSculpting technology sets us apart in key ways—and provides key benefits to our patients:
The latest and most advanced CoolSculpting applicators available
- Faster cooling
- Shorter treatment times
- More comfortable patient experience
Two complete CoolSculpting treatment systems
- Dual-sculpting: treat 2 areas simultaneously
- Better results in fewer appointments
An upscale Med Spa environment
- Personal robe & slippers
- Private atmosphere for treatment
- Large cable TV (watch what you enjoy)
CoolSculpting Applicators
Our CoolSculpting Applicators
There are a variety of applicators available with the CoolSculpting system, each designed for its specific purpose. Knowing which will work best for the areas you want to treat is critical. At Vega Med Spa, we feature three versatile CoolSculpting applicators and our technicians are highly skilled at using them to achieve the best possible results:
COOLMAX™
- The original and biggest fat freezing applicator
- Best suited for volume reduction
- Excellent for treating upper & lower abdomen
COOLCORE™
- The most versatile and commonly used applicator
- Ideal for body sculpting
- Beautifully contours waist, hips, bikini area (women), and chest (men)
COOLCURVE+™
- A smaller applicator designed for those hard-to-reach areas
- Great for slimming sides and inner thighs
- Works wonders on bra bulge & love handles
Am I a Candidate?
Am I a CoolSculpting Candidate?
CoolSculpting can help women and men get rid of stubborn bumps and bulges once and for all. The non-invasive treatment is designed specifically for those who have unwanted fat that resists diet and exercise. It’s not a weight-loss solution, nor is it intended to treat obesity. However, if you’re generally healthy and within 30 pounds of your ideal weight, but struggling with certain areas of excess fat, it may be right for you.
If you have stubborn fat in one of these areas and you agree with four or more of the statements below, you’re likely a good candidate for CoolSculpting:
- I exercise & watch what I eat.
- I want treatment that’s non-surgical.
- I’m scared of needles.
- I don’t want any downtime.
- I want my clothes to fit better.
- I want to look better in a swimsuit.
- I want lasting, permanent results.
- I want my body back.
CoolSculpting fat-freezing technology is approved to treat multiple problem areas, including the neck, arms, stomach, back and legs.
What to Expect
What to Expect
Consultation & Treatment Plan
The first step of the journey to a slimmer you is a consultation with our licensed CoolSculpting technician. You’ll discuss your lifestyle, the areas of fat you want to eliminate, and your overall goals. We’ll explain the treatment and ensure you’re a good candidate for it. And together we’ll create your treatment plan, tailored just for you and designed to give you the results you’re looking for.
Appointment
An average session typically lasts between 30 and 60 minutes. During your treatment, we position the gel pad and CoolSculpting applicator to the targeted area. The applicator draws in the tissue via suction and delivers the controlled cooling. You’ll feel a cool or cold sensation for about 5 or 10 minutes, until the skin numbs.
Patients generally report that CoolSculpting is not difficult. Most multitask during the appointment—reading, checking email, even taking a nap. And since it is nonsurgical and requires no downtime, many return to work as soon as the session is over!
Post Treatment
There are no official aftercare instructions for CoolSculpting. The fat freezing procedure is completely non-surgical, so you can typically return to normal activities immediately. Some patients benefit from keeping a compression on the target area immediately following treatment. We generally recommend that you stay hydrated and maintain a healthy level of activity.
While you may begin to see results within a few weeks of your first treatment, the most dramatic results usually happen within 2 – 3 months, and your body can continue to flush out the dead fat cells for up to 6 months. You will not weigh less following CoolSclupting, but you’ll look like you did. Your body will appear thinner and more sculpted, your clothes will fit better, and you’ll love what you see in the mirror.
The Difference
The CoolSculpting Difference
| Weight Loss Surgery (gastric bypass, lap band) | Fat Removal Surgery (liposuction) | CoolSculpting | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-invasive procedure? | No | No | Yes |
| Performed without anaesthesia? | No | No | Yes |
| Permanent results? | No | Yes | Yes |
| Proecedure duration: | 1-4 Hours | 3-7 Hours | 30-60 Minutes |
| Average hospital stay: | 2-5 Days | 0-1 days | None |
| Post-procedure downtime: | 2-3 Weeks | 3-4 days | None |
| Time to full recovery: | 3-5 Weeks | 2 Weeks | Immediate |
| Time to visible results: | Near-immediate | 1 Month | 2-3 Weeks |
| Window for continued improvement: | 6-24 Months | 6-12 Months | 4-6 Months |
| Required lifestyle changes | Restricted diet for life, Vitamins & supplements for life, Regular lab checks for life | Daily exercise, Strict diet | None (diet & exercise consistent with prior behavior) |
| Possible side effects: | Hair loss, Infection, Constipation, Gallstones | Infection, Skin discoloration, Visceral fat development (can be life-threatening) | Mild bruising, tingling or stinging, Temporary aches or cramps |
Frequently Asked Questions
Am I A Good Candidate for CoolSculpting?
The CoolSculpting fat-reduction procedure is designed for those who have unwanted fat in targeted areas. Unlike gastric bypass surgery, the CoolSculpting procedure is not a weight-loss solution for people who are obese. Good candidates for the CoolSculpting procedure have noticeable bulges in certain areas they’d like to get rid of. Many people want a non-surgical alternative to liposuction.
How Much Does CoolSculpting Cost?
The price for CoolSculpting procedures varies depending the number of areas treated and of treatments needed. Following your consultation, we’ll provide you with an estimate based on your personalized treatment plan.
How Long Is Each Treatment? How Many Treatment Will I Need?
The length of your CoolSculpting treatments depends on the number of areas we treat during one visit. Treatments are usually 35-60 minutes; since Vega Med Spa has 2 CoolSCulpting systems we have the option of treating two areas during one session. Based on your individualized treatment plan, we may schedule additional treatments to meet your goals.
Can CoolSculpting Reduce Fat Anywhere On My Body?
In the U.S., the CoolSculpting procedure is FDA-cleared for the treatment of visible fat bulges in the submental area, thigh, abdomen and flank, along with bra fat, back fat, underneath the buttocks (also known as banana roll), and upper arm.
Where Does The Fat Go? Are The Results Permanent?
Once the treated fat cells are crystallized (frozen), they die and are naturally processed and eliminated from the body. Once the treated fat cells are gone, they’re gone for good.
Is CoolSculpting Safe?
The CoolSculpting procedure is FDA-cleared for the treatment of visible fat bulges in the submental area, thigh, abdomen, and flank. As the #1 non-invasive fat reduction procedure and with millions of CoolSculpting procedures performed worldwide, it is proven to be a safe and effective treatment.
Who Shouldn't Have CoolSculpting?
You should not have CoolSculpting if you suffer from cryoglobulinemia, cold agglutinin disease, or paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria. As with any medical procedure, ask your physician if the CoolSculpting procedure is right for you.
Are There Any Side Effects?
During the procedure, you may experience sensations of mild pinching, pulling or tugging, intense cold, tingling, stinging, aching, and cramping at the treatment site. These sensations subside as the area becomes numb. Following the procedure, typical side effects include temporary redness, swelling, blanching, bruising, firmness, tingling, stinging, tenderness, cramping, aching, itching, or skin sensitivity. Sensation of fullness in the back of the throat after submental area treatment. These effects are temporary and generally resolve within days or weeks. Though rare, some additional side effects may occur. As with any medical procedure, ask your physician if the CoolSculpting procedure is right for you.
Can I Resume Regular Activities After Treatment?
Yes! The CoolSculpting procedure is completely non-surgical, so typically you can return to normal activities immediately. Patients often return to work the same day of their CoolSculpting treatment.
When Will I See Results?
You may start to see changes as quickly as 3 weeks after your treatment, and will experience the most dramatic results after 2 months. Your body will still continue to flush out fat cells for up to 4 to 6 months after treatment.
Do I Need To Take Special Supplements Or Follow A Diet Program?
No supplements are required after your CoolSculpting treatment. It’s not a diet & exercise program, so you won’t need to change any of your lifestyle habits. Many patients do feel more motivated to take care of themselves after a CoolSculpting treatment: it’s as if they got a second lease on their body and want to take even better care of themselves.
I’ve Had My CoolSculpting Procedure. Now What?
Be sure to schedule a follow-up with us to review your results and discuss the option of additional treatments. Try to maintain a healthy lifestyle. A healthy body is a happy one, and we want you to be happy with your results!
What Happens If I Gain Weight After My Procedure?
Many people, after seeing the results from their CoolSculpting procedure, feel even more motivated to stay close to their ideal weight. However, if you do gain weight, you may gain it evenly all over your body, not just in the treated areas.
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