CoolSculpting sounds like a simple cooling treatment that could be the answer for removing stubborn body fat but there are downsides. It turns out, however, that a not-so-cool side effect is more common than previously thought!
By now we know that losing fat isn’t always as easy as eating well and working out. Some people seem to have tried everything, and yet certain areas of the body still don’t budge. If you find yourself dealing with unwanted bulges of fat on the body our Weston, FL, cosmetic doctors offer Emsculpt Neo treatment, a safe, non-invasive, and non-surgical way to remove unwanted fat while firming and tightening areas of the body.
What is CoolSculpting?
When CoolSculpting hit the market in 2010, it sounded almost too good to be true: freeze away stubborn fat bulges without surgery or downtime and all you have to do is sit there for an hour? Yet here we are more than a decade later, and CoolSculpting seems to be soaring in popularity among patients and cosmetic practices alike.
Like Emsculpt Neo, CoolSculpting is an FDA-cleared, non-surgical procedure that uses cooling technology to freeze and get rid of unwanted fat cells just about anywhere in the body. This cooling technology freezes and destroys the fat cells, which are then naturally absorbed back into the body. Once these cells are gone they are permanently gone.
If CoolSculpting is not painful, WHY SHOULD I AVOID IT?
As with our safe, fat melting, muscle toning Emsculpt Neo treatments, with CoolSculpting, you should not experience pain. In the first few minutes of CoolSculpting treatment, you may feel some pressure or cold, but this will go away after a few minutes. Patients won’t feel discomfort or pain during the procedure and, like with Emsculpt Neo, often spend their time reading or watching a show on their smartphones.
However, a serious CoolSculpting side effect appears to be more common than we originally thought. We are talking about a complication called “paradoxical adipose hyperplasia (PAH)” or, in layman’s terms, the “stick of butter” effect.
Is PAH after CoolSculpting happening more than we think?
We don’t exactly know why PAH happens to certain patients, and recent studies suggest that PAH occurs far more often (1 out of 138 treatments) than the manufacturer has previously reported (1 out of 4,000 treatments). While this is still an incidence rate of less than 1%, it concerns the physicians at Emsculpt Neo of Weston any time we hear of a rise in complication rates with a procedure—particularly one with such strong claims of safety and ease.
Fortunately, PAH is not life-threatening, and it is fully treatable with liposuction. However, patients who develop the condition have to live with a conspicuous bulge for about six to nine months until the fat softens enough to remove safely. This can be hard on a patient both emotionally and physically, especially considering they sought out fat reduction in the first place to address a bothersome issue that now appears worse.
Moreover, this means the patient ends up having to undergo and pay for two procedures to address unwanted fat that could have been safely taken care of the first time—with a safer, non-surgical treatment option: Emsculpt Neo.
When will I notice results?
Emsculpt Neo results, like CoolSculpting results, aren’t instant. It may take a couple of weeks after your first treatment to see changes; however, this change will be rather visible and you’ll notice significant results at around two months. Your body will continue to remove fat cells for up to four to six months after your Emsculpt Neo procedure.
Is there a recovery period after getting Emsculpt Neo treatments?
Since this procedure, as CoolSculpting, is non-surgical, the need for any downtime is eliminated. This means that you can return to your daily activities immediately after your treatment. No recovery period or post-procedural discomfort to contend with!
How long will it take to get Emsculpt Neo treatment?
Before your procedure, our Weston, FL, cosmetic doctors and technicians will sit down with you to create a treatment plan that is unique to your specific needs. This also means that the treatment session will vary in length depending on how many areas you want to treat. You may also need to schedule at least four sessions to get the results you want.
Is Emsculpt Neo right for me?
If you’ve had trouble getting rid of excess fat in certain parts of your body despite a healthy diet and regular exercise, then you could benefit from Emsculpt Neo treatment without the risk associated with CoolSculpting. It’s important to note that this treatment is not a weight loss remedy for those who are overweight or obese.
Are you interested in turning to our Weston, FL, cosmetic team for sculpting your body? We offer free consultations so patients feel fully comfortable and confident in the treatment they receive. Want to get more defined muscles while removing unwanted fat? Then considering Emsculpt Neo instead of CoolSculpting could be right for you. Schedule a consultation with EMSCULPT NEO of Weston by calling (954) 217-3457.