No matter how much effort we put into being active and eating healthy, sometimes there are parts of our bodies that need a little extra help. CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive body contouring treatment that is ideal for patients who need help eliminating stubborn fat in places that are resistant to diet and exercise. With over 8 million treatments performed worldwide, CoolSculpting® can help both men and women shape their bodies and boost their self-confidence.
What is CoolSculpting®?
CoolSculpting®, also known as cryolipolysis, offers a medical-grade, non-surgical alternative to liposuction without surgery, downtime, or needles. CoolSculpting is not a weight-loss treatment; it is a body contouring procedure that freezes, kills, and breaks down fat cells without causing damage to other tissues. Approved by Health Canada in 2010, the story behind the birth of CoolSculpting® is just as interesting as the results it produces. Two doctors, Dr. Rox Anderson from the Harvard School of Medicine, and Dr. Dieter Manstein from the Massachusetts General Hospital noticed that children who frequently ate popsicles tended to have dimples on their cheeks. After several tests and studies, they discovered that these dimples formed because fat cells freeze at a higher temperature than skin. Low temperatures destroy fat cells while leaving your skin and other tissues unharmed. Now, we utilize this method as an effective way to remove fat from various regions of the body.
How Does CoolSculpting® Work?
CoolSculpting® uses rounded applicators of various sizes to suction your skin and subcutaneous fat like a vacuum to deliver precisely controlled cooling that freezes and destroys fat cells. These treatments target subcutaneous fat, which is incredibly difficult to eliminate, even with a healthy lifestyle. This type of fat is usually the pinchable, fluffy, jiggly type of fat located directly under the skin. In the weeks that follow your CoolSculpting® treatment, your body gradually processes the fat and eliminates these dead cells naturally. Untreated areas will have no change in fat cell distribution because fat cells don’t migrate to other areas of the body.
What Areas Can You Treat With CoolSculpting®?
Approved by Health Canada for fat reduction and elimination, CoolSculpting® can be used in nine different treatment areas:
1. Abdomen
2. Back fat
3. Bra fat
4. Chest
5. Flanks, also known as love handles or muffin top
6. Under the buttock
7. Under the chin
8. Upper arms
9. Thighs, including inner thighs and outer thighs
Will CoolSculpting® Work For Me?
This body contouring treatment is ideal for candidates who want to eliminate stubborn fat in places that are resistant to diet and exercise. However, CoolSculpting® treatments are not for everyone. CoolSculpting® is not designed for major fat removal like liposuction. You should not have a CoolSculpting® treatment if you suffer from cryoglobulinemia, cold agglutinin disease, paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria, areas of impaired peripheral circulation, or pregnancy and lactation. It is also important that you tell us if you have any medical conditions, including recent surgery, pre-existing hernia, and any known sensitivities or allergies. The best and most accurate way to find out if CoolSculpting® will work for you is to schedule a free consultation at Clinic 805.
How Much Fat Will I Burn With CoolSculpting®?
CoolSculpting® typically reduces the number of fat cells in multiple treatment areas by up to 27% after six months. Two or more treatment sessions are recommended for most patients to reach your body contouring goals. CoolSculpting® results can be seen as early as three weeks after treatment. The most dramatic results are usually visible after two to three months, though individual results will vary. CoolSculpting® is a permanent fat-reduction technology. However, to maintain results, patients must maintain a stable and healthy weight through diet and exercise.
Is CoolSculpting® Safe?
Health Canada has certified CoolSculpting® as a safe and effective medical treatment to reduce the number of fat cells in a small target area. Because this is a non-invasive procedure, the risks are generally low. Rarely, 1% of people who receive a CoolSculpting® treatment may experience complications. This procedure continues to be one of the safest, most effective fat removal options in the cosmetic industry. However, to minimize risks, consult a CoolSculpting® specialist who will assess whether you qualify as a good candidate for CoolSculpting®.
What To Expect During Your CoolSculpting® Treatment?
Your first step will be to schedule a one-on-one consultation with a CoolSculpting® clinician at Clinic 805. We’ll work with you to determine if you’re an ideal candidate and develop a personalized treatment plan with your body goals in mind. A CoolSculpting® treatment typically takes as little as 35-75 minutes, depending on the treatment area. For larger treatment areas, sessions can last between 1-3 hours on average. During your treatment, you may experience sensations of pulling, tugging, mild pinching, intense cold, tingling, stinging, aching, and/or cramping at the treatment site. These sensations subside as the area becomes numb. CoolSculpting® has little-to-no downtime. However, following the treatment, typical side effects include temporary redness, swelling, blanching, bruising, firmness, tingling, stinging, tenderness, cramping, aching, itching, or skin sensitivity.
Some patients experience a sensation of fullness in the back of the throat after submental or submandibular area treatment.
Book a Complimentary Consultation Today
Your first step before any procedure should always be to book a complimentary in-person consultation with a certified medical professional. They will be able to assess whether you are a good candidate and can make a treatment plan that will help you achieve your desired results. At Clinic 805, our CoolSculpting® clinician Etsuko has over nine years of experience in body contouring procedures and completed an advanced CoolSculpting® Master Course in 2019. Etsuko gets outstanding patient results and is known for her exceptional care and gentle touch.
If you’re ready to freeze away fat cells with CoolSculpting®, Clinic 805 is here to help. Book a consultation with us today.
