CoolSculpting
Coolsculpting is a whole new way to approach fat reduction. The process is all-natural – the cold temperature and your body do all of the work to remove the excess bulges.
Developed by Harvard scientists, FDA-cleared, and patented procedure uses a targeted cooling process that crystallizes the fat cells underneath the skin. Once crystallized, the fat cells die and are naturally eliminated from your body. CoolSculpting uses a vacuum applicator to draw the tissue into a receptacle and extracts heat from the fat cells to cool them, which causes them to die. Once the fat cells crystalize, they break down without causing damage to the collagen, elastin or skin.
CoolSculpting
“Noninvasive body contouring gives options to those who do not want to have surgery but still want great results. Coolsculpting is the perfect solution for that exercise-resistant fat, and requires no downtime. It sounds too good to be true, but it is just very smart technology.” – Julie Russak, MD
Before and After pictures.
Coolsculpting is Ideal For
Patients who want to permanently eliminate and reduce fat non-invasively who want no downtime. DualSculpting offered at Russak Dermatology Clinic, patients can have two sessions performed at the same time, which is great for busy professionals that need to be in and out quickly.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HOW DOES COOLSCULPTING WORK?
Developed by Harvard scientists, FDA-cleared, and patented procedure uses a targeted cooling process that crystallizes the fat cells underneath the skin. Once crystallized, the fat cells die and are naturally eliminated from your body. CoolSculpting uses a vacuum applicator to draw the tissue into a receptacle and extracts heat from the fat cells to cool them, which causes them to die. Once the fat cells crystalize, they break down without causing damage to the collagen, elastin or skin.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Unlike many other methods of fat reduction, CoolSculpting involves no needles, surgery or downtime. During the procedure, a non-invasive applicator delivers precisely controlled cooling to the treatment area thereby specifically targeting fat. Treatments last between one to two hours. Patients can have additional procedures for more pronounced effects if they desire. On average, each CoolSculpting procedure results in an undeniable reduction of fat in the treated area, and patients can start to see results as soon as three weeks following treatment, with the most dramatic results occurring over a period of two to four months in most patients.
THE RECOVERY
The treated area may be pink and stiff for up to a few hours after the applicator is removed. This is an expected but temporary effect after CoolSculpting. You may feel a temporary dulling of sensation in the treated area. This is normal and typically resolves within a few hours but may last for several weeks after your procedure. There typically is minimal recovery time after CoolSculpting. Most patients are able to return to their daily routine immediately after the procedure.
THE RESULTS
Following the procedure, a gradual reduction in the thickness of the fat layer will take place. You may start to see changes as early as three weeks after CoolSculpting and you will experience the most dramatic results after one to three months. Your body will continue naturally to process the injured fat cells from your body for approximately four months after your procedure. You’ll see a reduction of fat in the treated area after one session. Once that fat cells are eliminate, they won’t return and you shouldn’t gain weight in the treated areas as long as you don’t severely fluctuate in weight.