CoolSculpting FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions:
Question: Am I a good candidate?
ANSWER: Good candidates will have noticeable bulges in certain areas of the body they wish to get rid of. The CoolSculpting fat reduction procedure is engineered specifically to address those unwanted fat areas that are resistant to diet and exercise. Unlike gastric bypass surgery, the CoolSculpting procedure should not be seen as a weight loss solution for obese people. This technique is however a non-surgical alternative to liposuction. Please request a one-on-one consultation with our team to discuss if the CoolSculpting procedure is best for you.
QUESTION: How much does the CoolSculpting procedure cost?
ANSWER: Pricing for CoolSculpting procedures varies depending on the number of areas of concern, the number of sessions needed, and your ultimate goals. Our team will assist in creating a customized treatment plan that’s tailored to your unique goals, budget and body.
QUESTION: How long is each sessions? How many session will I need?
Will will help craft an individualized treatment plan tailored to your specific goals. The length of your sessions will vary depending on the breadth of treatment areas per visit. We may schedule addition office visits in order to meet your bodily goals.
QUESTION: What does it feel like?
ANSWER: One the cooling begins in the first few minutes, your sensory perception will feel pressure and intense cold. This effect soon dissipates. Most patients will read, watch videos, check email, or even take a nap.
QUESTION: Is the CoolSculpting procedure safe?
ANSWER: The procedure is FDA-cleared for the flank (love handles), abdomen, and thigh. Thanks to over one million CoolSculpting procedures performed worldwide, this is a proven safe, effective treatment for non-surgical fat reduction.
QUESTION: Are there any side effects?
ANSWER: Throughout the procedure you may feel tingling, pulling, numbness or discomfort. Directly proceeding the treatment, typical side effects include temporary numbness, bruising, redness, swelling, firmness, stinging, and pain. The CoolSculpting procedure is not for everyone. You should not undergo a CoolSculpting procedure if you suffer from cryoglobulinemia or paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria. Also, CoolSculpting treatment is not suitable for obesity. As with any medical procedure, please check with the team at North Texas Breast to decide if the procedure is right for you.
QUESTION: When will I see results?
ANSWER: You may begin seeing results as quickly as three weeks after your treatment, and will mostly likely experience the most dramatic results after two months. Your body will still flush out fat cells and continue this process between 4-6 months after treatment.
QUESTION: Do I need to take special supplements or follow a strict diet and exercise program?
ANSWER: No supplements or pills are necessary. You do not have to adopt a new diet or exercise habits. The majority of CoolSculpting patients feel motivated to take care of themselves after their respected treatment.