We come in all shapes and sizes, but one thing almost
all of us can relate to is having a problem area on
our bodies. You know, a pesky pocket of fat. It
doesn’t matter what kind of shape you’re in, that
pocket of fat remains persistently there. Most of us
have learned to live with these imperfections, not
wanting to spend the money or go through an invasive
surgical treatment like liposuction. But what if you
knew that there was another option? Maybe you don’t
have to live with a problem area like stubborn love
handles, or a pesky pooch, or even a double chin
after all. That treatment is called CoolSculpting, or
fat freezing – a non-surgical liposuction alternative
that has proven results.
When diet and exercise don’t cut
it
CoolSculpting is ideal for those of us who are
in good shape, but have a problem area that, despite
all efforts, doesn’t respond to diet and exercise.
This could be tummy fat, man boobs, saddle bags etc..
Since the procedure targets localized areas, and the
results are subtler than invasive treatments like
liposuction, patients should be looking for more of a
contouring effect rather than a dramatic change. Good
candidates for fat freezing are also people who have
busy schedules and need a treatment that is
relatively quick, to avoid any downtime. The average
CoolSculpting treatment lasts around one hour, and
patients are able to resume their regular activities
immediately afterwards.
What to expect during and after a
treatment
First, you and your doctor will go over any
questions or concerns that you have about the
treatment and the results. Then you will have an
assessment. This is where your doctor will mark the
target areas on your body and decide on the correct
timing and applicators to use based on the
distribution of fat. Then a gel pad will be applied
to your skin to protect it before the applicator is
applied. At this point you will feel a suction
feeling on the target area. This means that your
treatment has begun. Now you just need to sit back
and relax. This usually lasts about an hour. Once the
CoolSculpting procedure is finished and the
applicator is removed, you will receive a ZWave
treatment, which enhances the results by destroying
additional fat cells. You can immediately return to
your day without any necessary down time. Since the
body needs to process the dead fat cells, results are
not immediately visible. But once the dead cells have
been expelled from your body, those fat cells won’t
be regenerated. A treatment that pairs well with
CoolSculpting is the Thermage treatment, which uses
radio frequencies to tighten loose skin, which can
occur after fat loss.
What is the science behind
CoolSculpting?
CoolSculpting, known as Cryolipolysis to
scientists, was originally tested out in the 1970’s
when researches noticed that children who frequently
ate icy cold popsicles tended to have dimpled cheeks.
This led to a theory that the fat cells in their
chubby cheeks were actually being frozen and expelled
from the body, resulting in dimples. Since proving
that fat freezing is an effective way to reduce fat,
cosmetic doctors have used cryolipolysis as a body
contouring treatment. The procedure involves the
localized application of cold temperatures that break
down fat cells, which are more sensitive to cold than
the surrounding tissues. This means that the skin,
muscle, and nerve cells are safe and remain unharmed,
while the targeted fat cells freeze and die. Once the
fat cells are frozen and destroyed, the body’s immune
system eliminates them. Because it takes time for the
body to process the dead fat cells, patients usually
see results after 6-8 weeks. The great thing about
fat freezing is that the body contains a finite
amount of fat cells, so the destroyed cells will not
return. Meaning that patients tend to see lasting
results.
Who are some well-known
spokespeople?
Molly Sims is the official spokesperson for
CoolSculpting. She says that, after having her three
children, she needed something extra on top of her
diet and exercise regime. Freezing her unwanted fat
was a quick and painless solution that helped her
bounce back to her pre-baby body. Another well-known
celebrity who swears by CoolSculpting is Khloe
Kardashian. She says that she’s used the treatments
to contour around her hips and butt. It’s one of the
secret ingredients to her and her siblings’ famous
silhouettes. And even timeless diva Mariah Carey has
used CoolSculpting treatments in combination with
dieting to slim down after having her twins. While
some celebrities swear by it, CoolSculpting is
actually, an affordable and convenient procedure for
just about anyone who is looking to finally get rid
of their persistent problem area. Call
Vancouver
Laser & Skin Care Centre today to book your
appointment.
