Am I a Candidate for CoolSculpting?

Losing weight is important for your health and your self-confidence, but unfortunately, many people find that despite their best weight-loss efforts, they’re still left with stubborn deposits of fat that just won’t budge. While liposuction is one way to get rid of stubborn deposits, today, there are nonsurgical methods that can be just as effective.

At Vivash Medspa, our team offers CoolSculpting®, a state-of-the-art, nonsurgical treatment that eliminates fat without surgery, incisions, anesthesia, or downtime afterward. Find out how CoolSculpting works and whether it’s a good choice for helping you reach your goals.

The scoop behind CoolSculpting

Unlike many noninvasive fat-reduction treatments that use heat to break down fatty deposits, CoolSculpting uses cold energy — specifically, a technique called cryolipolysis. Cryolipolysis literally means “destroying fat with cold.” 

CoolSculpting uses a patented delivery system to administer cold energy painlessly through your skin, targeting fat deposits underneath. Once the cold energy reaches fat cells, it freezes them, breaking down cell walls so your body can naturally eliminate the remaining debris over the following weeks.

CoolSculpting is ideal for treating fat in multiple areas of your body, including:

• Your belly
• Your hips and flanks (love handles)
• Your inner and outer thighs
• Your arms
• Your back or bra area

It can even be used to get rid of that stubborn double chin. An average session takes an hour or less, depending on the area being treated, making it an ideal option for people with busy schedules.

Making the decision

With no surgery involved, CoolSculpting is a great choice for just about anyone looking to finally say goodbye to stubborn fat deposits. Still, it’s not ideal for everyone.

First, it’s important to note that while CoolSculpting gets rid of fat cells, it’s not intended to eliminate large amounts of fat. Instead, it’s a good choice for people who are already at or near their ideal body weight, eliminating areas of fatty tissue that won’t budge with diet and exercise.

Because CoolSculpting uses cold energy to eliminate fat, it’s also not a good choice for people who have medical conditions associated with excess sensitivity to cold temperatures, including those with cryoglobulinemia or paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria. During your consultation, your provider will assess your medical history to ensure the treatment is safe for you.

If you meet these criteria and are looking for a way to slim down without surgery (and the risks it entails), scheduling a consultation is definitely worthwhile. During your visit, we’ll review your medical history and discuss your goals, so we can make sure CoolSculpting is the best choice for you.

If you’re ready to finally say goodbye to your stubborn fat deposits, we can help. To learn more, request an appointment online or over the phone with the team at Vivash Medspa in Mahopac and Cold Spring, New York, today.