Coolsculpting is completely non invasive
and is a common lunchtime procedure in our clinic. Many of our patients
take an hour or two of time-off during lunch time for the procedure.
Typically, you can expect the area treated (e.g. abdomen) to feel a
little sore, just like having done too many sit-ups. Some patients
experienced a tingling sensation, some redness, minor bruising and/ or
numbness in the treatment areas, which will resolve.
When can results be expected?
Results will be evident within 1 – 5
months, although some patients have noticed results after 3 weeks,
results peaks in the 2nd or 3rd month.
Am I a suitable candidate? Is there any age limit?
Patients in good health, physically and
mentally, with stubborn fat areas that are resistant to diet and
exercise are good potential candidates for the procedure. However, like
any medical treatments, our doctor will need to assess you prior to the
treatment to ensure suitability.
How many treatments are needed? If multiple treatments are required, how many weeks apart between the treatments is recommended?
This
will be very much dependent on the amount of reduction required, your
expectations and how your body will respond to the treatment. But
typically, we recommend at least 8 to 12 weeks between treatments for
optimal results.
Can I have the treatment on the same day of the consultation?
This will be dependent on the booking
schedule of the Coolsculpting machines, as this treatment is very
popular with our patients. Do let our patient co-ordinators know that
you will be keen on the treatment on the same day, when booking your
consultation, so that arrangements can be made to block the machine for
your treatment.
What is the cost like?
Contact us for more information. It will provide you with an insight on why our machines are frequently booked!
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The new, non-invasive way to reduce fat.
CoolSculpting by ZELTIQ was developed from
breakthrough research by world-renowned dermatologists Dieter Manstein,
MD and R.Rox Anderson, MD of the Wellman Center for Photomedicine at
Masschusetts General Hospital, a teaching affiliate of Havard Medical
School.
CoolSculpting is a new, non-invasive way to reduce fat using patented
cooling technology. The result is noticeable, natural-looking fat
reduction in the treated area.
Cool Benefits
No Needles! No Downtime!
No anesthesia or pain medication is needed during the procedure.
Because
the CoolSculpting procedure is non-invasive, you can resume daily
activities, including work and exercise, immediately following
treatment.
Clinically Proven
Patients can expect an average 20% reduction of fat in
the treated areas. Results may be seen as early as three weeks following
the procedure, with best results seen between three and four months.
Safe and Convenient
Procedures last about one to two hours, so treatment can
easily be performed during a lunch hour or without major disruption to
the day.
Easy
Many patients spend their time reading, working on their laptops, listening to music or simply relaxing.
How It Works
This revolutionary procedure uses a precisely controlled
cooling method called Cryolipolysis™ to target, cool, and eliminate fat
cells.
Over the next two to four months after your procedure,
the crystallized fat cells break down and they are naturally flushed
from your body.
CoolSculpting Results
Noticeable, natural-looking reduction fat bulges in 2 to 5 months.
Because
the treated fat cells are eliminated, as long as you maintain your
healthy lifestyle, long term results should remain stable.
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Info As reviewed on RealSelf.com by Dermatologists and Plastic Surgeons.
Whatsapp + 65 93874604 to schedule for an appointment so that our
doctor can evaluate if you are suitable for Coolsculpting = Fat Freeze
Coolsculpting by ZELTIQ - US FDA Clearance for Non-invasive Fat Reduction
Coolsculpting
by ZELTIQ is the first and only clinically proven, non-invasive
procedure to selectively and reliably reduce fat in the problem areas
using a patented cooling technology.
Key Message Points:
- Coolsculpting is a safe, effective
procedure that permanently eliminates fat from trouble spots that are
diet and/ or exercise resistant.
- On average, each Coolscuplting
Procedure results in a 20% 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 after two months.
- Common areas that have been
successfully treated worldwide using Coolsculpting include: the muffin
top, back fat, love handles and post-pregnancy pooch.
- The Coolsculpting Procedure was developed at Massachusetts General Hospital (Harvard) in the United States
- It is a medical fact that fat is
uniquely susceptiple to extreme cold. ZELTIQ Technology harnesses the
power of cold to trigger fat reduction in the body.
- Coolsculpting by ZELTIQ is not a laser-assisted or ultrasound fat reduction technology.
FAQ:
Q: WHAT IS COOLSCULPTING? HOW DOES IT WORK?
A: Coolsculpting by
ZELTIQ is a breakthrough, FDA-cleared, non-invasive procedure that
gently and effectively reduces fat in problem areas of the body. This
results in noticeable, natural- looking fat reduction in the treated
areas for men and women. What makes Coolsculpting different than other
fat reduction procudures is its patented cooling technology that
targets and eliminates fat cells.
During the procedure, a non-invasive
applicator delivers precisely controlled cooling to target and
eliminate fat cells in specific areas of your body. When fat cells are
exposed to cooling, it triggers a process of natural removal, which
gradually reduces the thickness of the fat layer. The result is a
reduction in fat bulges that is visible in most patients from three
weeks to four months.
Q: WHAT IS CRYOLIPOLYSIS?
A: Exclusive to
ZELTIQ, Cryolipolysis is the non-invasive cooling of fat cells to break
them down without damage to other tissues. The result over three weeks
to four months is a noticeable, natural–looking reduction in fat.
Cryolipolysis? Is based on the principle
that fat cells are more vulnerable to cooling than surrounding
tissues. A non-invasive applicator is attached to the targeted area to
extract energy from the underlying fat tissue, while protecting the
skin, nerves, muscles and other tissue, The cooled fat cells undergo
apoptosis (controlled cell death) and are gradually eliminated,
reducing the thickness of the fat layer.
Q: HOW LONG HAS THE COOLSCULPTING BY ZELTIQ PROCEDURE BEEN AVAILABLE? HOW MANY PEOPLE HAVE BEEN TREATED TO DATE?
A: CoolSculpting has
been commercialized since October 2009 in Canada, Europe and regions in
Asia with clinical trials beginning in May 2006. There have already
been 7,500 cycles (2.5 cycles per procedure) which equates to
approximately several thousand patients.
FAQ: Procedure
Q: IS THE COOLSCULPTING PROCEDURE SAFE? PAINFUL? SIDE AFFECTS?
A: The CoolSculpting
Procedure is safe and generally comfortable for most patients.
Typically patients are comfortable enough to read, work on their laptop
computers, listen to music, or just relax during the procedure. After
the procedure some patients experience redness, tingling, minor
bruising or numbness in the treated areas, but this is temporary. No
pain medication is required.
Q: WHO IS ELIGBLE FOR COOLSCULPTING? IS THERE A MINIMUM AGE?
A: CoolSculpting is
not a weight loss solution and it is not substitute for invasive
methods such as liposuction. The ideal Cool Sculpting candidate
maintains a healthy weight yet struggles with bulges in common areas
that do not lend themselves to easy removal through exercise or diet.
They are seeking spot reduction for specific
areas of fat, but are not considering a
surgical procedure. Commercially, doctors will decide on a case-by-case
basis whether a patient is “age-appropriate” for the CoolSculpting
Procedure.
Q: WHAT CAN PEOPLE EXPECT IN TERMS OF FAT REDUCTION-WHAT IS THE AVERAGE OUTCOME?
A: In all
CoolSculpting cases, patients will experience an average 20% reduction
in fat in the area treated. However, visible results can vary based on
the patients’ initial fat deposits in the area treated.
Q: IN ESSENCE, THE COOLSCULPTING PROCEDURE “FREEZES” FAT, RIGHT? AT WHAT TEMPERATURES DO THE FAT CELLS DIE?
A: No. Actually, the
CoolSculpting Procedure does not “freeze fat”. The system delivers
precisely controlled cooling to target areas and eliminates fat cells
in those specific areas of your body. When fat cells are exposed to
cooling, it triggers a process of natural removal, which gradually
reduces the thickness of the fat layer.
Q: IF COOLSCULPTING IS SIMPLY JUST FREEZING FAT AWAY, WHY COULDN'T I JUST APPLY AN ICE PACK AND GET THE SAME RESULT?
A: Because an ice pack
would not be able to reach cold enough temperatures in order to
effectively kill fat cells. And, the application of the cooling
technology is done through a controlled process which could not be
duplicated with an ice pack.
Q: HOW LONG IS EACH COOLSCULPTINH TREATMENT?
A: Procedure time can
be up to two hours or more depending on the size of the area to be
treated. During the consultation, the doctor will discuss how long the
procedure will take and how much time should be allotted for your office
visit.
Q: HOW MANY TREATMENTS ARE NECESSARY TO ACHIEVE DESIRED RESULTS?
A: Every patient/ case
is different which is why ZELTIQ recommends a follow-up visit be
scheduled with the doctor, following the procedure to assess the
cosmetic improvement and consider additional CoolSculpting Procedures to
achieve greater fat reduction.
Q: WHAT HAPPENS TO THE FAT CELLS ONCE THEY DIE? HOW DOES BODY PROCESS THEM?
A: The dead fat cells are naturally processed by the liver which is an organ in the body designed to perform this very function.
Q: IS COOLSCULPTING SOMETHING PEOPLE CAN DO IN THEIR LUNCHBREAK?
A: Yes, one of the
many benefits of the CoolSculpting Procedure is its convenience.
Because it’s non-invasive, the procedure can usually be completed
within one to two hours which means no downtime for patients. In fact,
during treatment, patients can be positioned comfortably enough to read
or work on a laptop.
Q: WHAT IS THE RECOVERY PROCESS ONCE YOU’VE HAD THE PROCUDURE DONE?
A: There is no
recovery (down) time after the CoolSculpting Procedure. Patients may
resume normal activities on the same day as their procedure, including
work and exercise.
Q: WHEN YOU KILL THE FAT IN ONE
AREA, WHAT HAPPENS TO THE FAT IN OTHER AREAS? DO THEY MOVE OVER TO
COMPENSATE? IF THERE ARE FAT AREA, WHAT HAPPENS TO THE REST OF IT?
A: Once the fat cells
are killed from the CoolSculpting Procedure, they are gone and results
are permanent. Fat will never deposit again in the same area that was
treated. So there is no risk of fat from other areas moving over to the
treated area to compensate.
Q: WHAT PROOF/ CLINICAL EVIDENCE IS AVAILABLE THAT ZELTIQ WORKS?
A: Clinical studies
involving hundreds of patients (in the United States, Canada, Europe
and Asia) show that the CoolSculpting Procedure is an effective way to
reduce fat without pain, risk, and recovery time of surgical
procedures. The result is noticeable, natural-looking fat reduction of
up to 20% in the treated areas. Specific results can be found in the
case gallery on our Website at:
www.coolsculpting.com
Q: ONCE THE TREATMENT IS COMPLETE, ARE THE COOLSCULPTING RESULTS PERMANENT? HOW LONG DO THE RESULTS LAST?
A: The CoolSculpting
Procedure results are lasting and cumulative. Once the fat cells are
killed in a specific area they will not come back there. The
elimination of fat cells as a result of the ZELTIQ Procedure is expected
to last about as long as fat cells removed by invasive procedures such
as liposuction.
Q: IS THERE ANYTHING COOLSCULPTING BY ZELTIQ CAN NOT DO? (i.e. what kind of cases is it not appropriate for?)
A: Yes, CoolSculpting
is not a weight loss solution, it is not for people who are obese and
it is not a substitute for invasive methods such as liposuction. The
areas that have been successfully treated worldwide using Coolsculpting
include: the muffin top, back fat, love handles and post-pregnancy
pooch.
Q: HOW MUCH TIME (AT A MINIMUM) IS NEEDED BETWEEN EACH ZELTIQ APPOINTMENT?
A: This is a decision
that should be discussed between patient and physician as it relates to
reaching specific goals and ensuring the best possible outcomes.
However, ZELTIQ typically four to eight weeks between treatments.
Q: WHAT ARE THE SPECIFIC AREAS OF THE BODY THAT ARE IDEAL TO TREAT WITH COOLSCULPTING PROCEDURE?
A: Some of the most
common “problem areas” that haven been successfully treated with
CoolSculpting worldwide include: the abdomen or “muffin top” area,
saddle bags, back fat areas for women and love handles for men.
Q: CAN THE COOLSCULPTING MACHINE/ PROCEDURE WORK ON ANY OTHER THINGS SUCH AS CELLULITE?
A: ZELTIQ does not recommend the CoolSculpting Procedure to treat cellulite.
Like many women and mothers her age - 46-year-old Monique Robinson wants to tighten and tone her body.
- (Photo: WJLA)
But, after spending countless hours in the gym without
losing that dreaded “pooch,” Robinson is turning to different measures
to rid herself of those extra inches.
“I was hoping that this technique might help get those areas that just come along after getting older,” Robinson said.
The procedure is called CoolSculpting—it’s a non-surgical device just
approved by the FDA that works by freezing fat cells to the point where
they break down. So, instead of burning fat off at the gym, you can
freeze it off at the doctor’s office.
“It was like jumping into a cold ice bath,” Robinson said.
The whole process takes about an hour and begins with a gel patch put
on the skin. A suction applicator is then put on to the fatty area,
cooling it and then finally numbing it.
“It’s basically a non-surgical liposuction,” said Dr. Scott Gerrish,
who is one of a handful of doctors in the area offering CoolSculpting.
HOW DOES IT WORK? PHOTOS OF THE PROCEDURE.
He says it is an ideal option for men and women who are in relatively
good shape but just cannot get rid of that muffin top, love-handles or
pesky back fat. The website boasts that “developed by Harvard
scientists, our unique, patented, clinically proven procedure involves
freezing fat cells without damage to your skin. There’s no knife. No
suction hoses. No needles. No lasers, even. After your treatment, you
get on with your busy day.”
Zeltiq—the manufacturer of CoolSculpting—says the majority of people see a 20-percent reduction in fat.
“Patients are incredibly happy that they can walk out, lose a bump or
bulge, maybe an inch around their waist, and have no down time and go
right back to working out,” Gerrish said.
Kat Mahan is one of those happy customers. She came to Dr. Gerrish about a year ago.
“I believe I started to see results in about two weeks, I felt it in my waist band in my pants,” Mahan said.
CoolSculpting does carry risks like bruising, pigment loss and frost
bite. It also will not work for anyone who is overweight—it just works
for those with concentrated pockets of fat.
But, for many, like Monique Robinson, the positives outweigh the negatives.
“I'm hoping that this just does the trick for me and I’ll be happy with the results,” Robinson said.
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For more information you can visit www.coolsculpting.com
Offices in our area offering CoolSculpting:
Melda Isaac, MD & Christine DeWitt, MD
2440 M Street NW
Suite 703
Washington, DC 20037
202-393-SKIN (7546)
Tina Alster, MD & Elizabeth Tanzi, MD
1430 K Street
NW Suite 200
Washington, DC 20007
1-202-684-8571
Jennifer MacGregor, MD
1430 K Street
NW Suite 200
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 628-8855
Drew Varano, MD
2 Wisconsin Circle
Suite 220
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
301-200-1062
Tina B. West, MD
5530 Wisconsin Ave
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
301-909-5772
Vineet Mehan, MD
3289 Woodburn Rd., # 245
Annandale, VA 22003
703-672-8506
Roberta F. Palestine, MD & Geeta M. Shah, MD
6410 Rockledge Dr.
Suite 201
Bethesda, MD 20817
301-969-2004
Scott Gerrish, MD
112 Pleasant Street, SW
Vienna, VA 22180
(571) 723-4338
Christopher L. Hess, M.D.
3930 Pender Dr.
Suite 120
Fairfax, VA 22030
703-752-6608
Timothy S. Mountcastle, M.D.
21785 Filigree Ct.
Suite 208
Ashburn, VA 20147
703-858-3208
✔ is scarless?
Coolsculpting
is a device made by a company known as Zeltiq. It uses a non surgical
technique known as Cryolipolysis to effectively and permanently remove
fats by freezing.
We
have successfully applied treatment to both men and women for the upper
and lower abdomen, the lovehandles, lower back, arms as well as the
inner and outer thighs. The treatments have yielded very good feedback
from patients of both genders, especially for new mummies who are unable
to lose that post-pregnancy pouch and thighs.
