Coolsculpting 101: What You Need To Know about Non-Invasive Fat Reduction

Diet and exercise are not always enough to eliminate stubborn areas of fat. Liposuction is one option, but for individuals not comfortable with surgical interventions CoolSculpting is the way to go. CoolSculpting is a non-invasive method for reducing stubborn fat. The experienced dermatology providers at Tulsa Hills Cosmetic & Laser Skin Center in Tulsa, OK, offer CoolSculpting body contouring treatment to help you sculpt a leaner body without surgery. 

What is CoolSculpting?

CoolSculpting is a painless method for safely and effectively removing stubborn areas of fat that have been resistant to diet and exercise. This non-invasive fat reduction treatment has quickly become a popular alternative to liposuction for individuals who prefer a non-surgical approach. At our dermatology center in Tulsa, OK, CoolSculpting can be applied to different areas of the body where unwanted fat is located. Common treatment areas include:

• Back
• Stomach
• Sides (love handles)
• Underarms 
• Thighs

How CoolSculpting Works

CoolSculpting is approved by the FDA for fat reduction and can permanently eliminate excess fat cells. The treatment works by freezing the fat cells, which will eventually be flushed out of the body naturally. The body treats the frozen cells as dead tissue and responds by working to remove them. It usually takes about 1-2 months for the frozen fat cells to be completely flushed out of the body.

A CoolSculpting treatment session lasts about one hour, during which time many clients choose to read, listen to music, take a nap, or simply relax. Each session potentially eliminates up to 25 percent of fat cells in the area being treated. Some individuals might need multiple sessions to achieve the desired results. 

During a CoolSculpting session, two special cooling panels are placed on the treatment area. The panels work to freeze the fat cells. Other types of cells in the area are not affected because fat cells freeze at a higher temperature. The cooling panels do not drop the temperature low enough for other types of cells to be frozen. 

Treatment is painless, but you might feel slight pressure or pulling where the cooling panels are placed. Some individuals experience slight redness or minor soreness in the are afterwards. However, there is generally little to no recovery time and most people can return to normal activities right after treatment. 

CoolSculpting might be right for you if you have trouble spots that have been resistant to diet and exercise. Schedule a consultation with one of our dermatology professionals to find out if you are a candidate for CoolSculpting by calling Tulsa Hills Cosmetic & Laser Skin Center in Tulsa, OK, at (918) 293-1287.