Presently, CoolSculpting is a popular and non-invasive technique for reducing excess fat. This method provides optimal and safe results for persons who wish to contour their bodies with non-surgical intervention when diet and exercise are not enough. In fast, simple treatments, CoolSculpting freezes and abolishes excess fat cells in the body before they are then eliminated from the body through the lymphatic system. Once the fat cells have been eradicated from the body, they do grow back. While CoolSculpting is efficient in reducing body fat, following expert tips is crucial for experiencing the best outcomes. This blog analyzes cooperative tips that can assist individuals in attaining the best outcomes possible from CoolSculpting treatment.

Detailed Consultation and Customization

Prior to your first CoolSculpting session, you must attend a consultation with a professional at J. Sweat Plastic Surgery. During the consultation, you will have the chance to discuss your concerns and goals regarding CoolSculpting treatments. The information you provide will allow your provider to determine whether or not the treatment is right for you. Your provider will then draft a customized treatment plan targeted at fat reduction and optimizing the results.

Hydrating and Nourishing the Body

Hydration is crucial for overall well-being as well as for enhancing the effectiveness of CoolSculpting. After CoolSculpting, drinking plenty of water will aid in the removal of the demolished fat cells from your body. Following treatment, the body should be nourished with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Individuals might also decide to use nourishing skin care products to support skin health.

Maintaining Healthy Lifestyles

It is undeniable that CoolSculpting is effective in eliminating excess fat in the body. However, it should not be treated as a substitute for leading a healthy lifestyle. If CoolSculpting is combined with a healthy lifestyle, the results will be even better. Some ways of maintaining a healthy lifestyle include regular exercise and maintaining a balanced diet. A healthy lifestyle can not only complement CoolSculpting but will also encourage individuals to achieve overall fitness and long-term fat loss. A healthy diet should contain a lot of fruits, lean proteins, whole grains, and vegetables while a balanced exercise plan should combine strength training and cardiovascular workout.

Following Post-treatment Instructions

After every treatment, you will receive post-treatment instructions and CoolSculpting is no exception. After CoolSculpting, follow all post-treatment instructions given to you by your provider in order to achieve the best results. The instructions might include proper skin care, and wearing certain garments. Carefully following these instructions can enable individuals to heal faster and achieve the best results.

Be Patient with the Results

CoolSculpting is effective in reducing fat but it is a gradual process. It can take up to a few months for individuals to see the full results. Therefore, it is important to maintain patience. It is also important to maintain a healthy lifestyle for faster and better results.

Schedule a Consultation

CoolSculpting is an effective and safe solution for eliminating unwanted fat. If you are ready to start your CoolSculpting journey and experience the transformative results of this wonderful procedure, schedule a consultation at J. Sweat Plastic Surgery. Our team will guide you through every step of the CoolSculpting process. Contact J. Sweat Plastic Surgery today by filling out an online contact form.

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Weight loss is among the most challenging and time-consuming journeys, but the results are equally as satisfying. However, it can be challenging to lose stubborn fat deposits, especially in the abdomen, thighs, flanks, back, chin, and upper arms. People find it easy to lose the first 20 to 50 pounds but difficult to lose the last five or ten pounds. That can be devastating whether you are working towards fitting in a new dress, achieving a summer body, or just getting in shape for the holidays.

Luckily, Dr. Jeffery Sweat from J. Sweat Plastic Surgery is here to help you eliminate those stubborn fat deposits using a safe CoolSculpting® procedure. It is a non-surgical procedure that helps eliminate the fat by freezing it, and it’s the only one of its kind to get FDA approval. Read on to learn more about CoolSculpting and why fall is the best time to receive treatments.

What is CoolSculpting?

Unlike other procedures like liposuction, CoolSculpting is best suited for patients nearing their target weight. Specialists use a cooling device that suctions the skin above the target area. The device then crystallizes or freezes the fat cells, which the body naturally expels.

Since it is a non-invasive procedure, it takes between 35 and 60 minutes, depending on your target area and the amount of fat being eliminated. You might experience intense cold, mild pinching, tugging, stinging, tingling, pulling, and slight cramping at the target site. There is no downtime, meaning you can return to your daily activities after the procedure. It also does not damage your skin or tissues underneath.

Many patients report seeing results one to three months after their first appointment, but you will experience more drastic results after the second appointment. Therefore, you should begin the sessions early to achieve your summer body before the season kicks in. While fat cells are non-regenerative, it is still important to maintain a proper diet and regular exercise so that weight gain in areas surrounding the treatment site do not change the desired appearance of the site.

Undergoing CoolSculpting During the Autumn Months

Experts recommend that you schedule your CoolSculpting appointments for the fall months. This eliminates any worry that the results are not ready by spring. As an added bonus, it gives you time to relax practice healthy living while results fully develop through the colder months. Plus, it gives you time to complete the session without a long waiting period.

Starting your first appointment in October or November gives you enough time to squeeze in another appointment (after the recommended one month waiting period) before the warmer months begin.

While you might notice a smoother, more toned appearance after your first procedure, the results gradually improve over the next six months. For many patients, the frozen cells are mostly eliminated during the first two months after the procedure. Therefore, the cold winter months bundled up at home give your body time to process the results, and you can surprise everyone with your new body before summer. Also, the cold weather reduces the negative effects of sun exposure on the gradual results.

Schedule a Consultation

If you have been working out and dieting but can’t get rid of stubborn fat deposits, it is time to book a CoolSculpting appointment. This treatment gives you realistic results, and you don’t have to worry about scars. Our team at J. Sweat Plastic Surgery has the proper training, experience, and state-of-the-art equipment to help you achieve your new body goals. Contact us today for additional information, or book an online appointment by filling out their contact form.

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Imagine finding out the best procedure to eliminate your unwanted body fat without surgery or downtime. Thankfully, such a procedure does exist! CoolSculpting is a cosmetic procedure scientifically proven to permanently reduce excess fat by freezing fat cells using intense cold. It is the most proven and safest nonsurgical fat reduction contouring technology available today. To get the best possible results from this procedure, you have to be an ideal candidate.

1. Do you have Pinchable Fat?

CoolSculpting involves suction handpieces that are aimed at pinchable fat found above the muscle wall. CoolSculpting treatments target subcutaneous fat, which is one type of fat that is in the body. The other fat is visceral fat that lies below the muscle walls and should not be targeted by CoolSculpting, as it is connected with many health issues. Viserval fat is amicable to weight loss, and if you are targeting it, you should invest in other procedures, not CoolSculpting.

2. Are you Looking to Spot-Treat an Area?

CoolSculpting is not a weight-loss option but a body-contouring procedure that can be a great addition to a healthy lifestyle that includes a healthy diet and exercise. The approved clearance for most bodies includes a BMI below thirty and a double chin BMI below forty-three. However, BMI alone doesn’t always matter. If you have a BMI of over thirty, but are happy with your body and weight and simply looking to eradicate fatty tissue from a specific treatment area like the upper arms, chin, or bra line, the CoolSculpting procedure is the best option. Coolsculpting can also act as a catalyst for weight loss, as many clients find it easy to lose weight after the procedure results begin to show.

3. Do you Notice Fat or Skin?

The Coolsculpting procedure requires at least one inch of pinchable unwanted fat. Some patients come in thinking they have fat when it’s really just skin they are pinching. If you do not know if you have pinchable stubborn fat or skin, schedule a free consultation with an expert. We are happy to help you determine the right procedure for your needs.

4. Is there a CoolSculpting Applicator that Fits Your Needs?

Going for the right applicator will lead to tremendous results. The reason for this is that the suitable applicator ensures sufficient contact with the treatment area and the CoolSculpting device’s cooling plates. Over five different CoolSculpting devices perform overlap treatments for better results, but they are not used to treat the exact same areas.

5. Do you Need Time before Seeing Results?

The CoolSculpting procedure results take time to show. An ideal candidate for the procedure needs to be okay with waiting three to six months before seeing results. Some clients have two to four treatment sessions to achieve their goals, which means if there is an event they are preparing for, they have to plan for their treatment early.

Schedule a Consultation

CoolSculpting is a procedure that needs thorough planning and preparation. You cannot accomplish it without the help of experts. Schedule a consultation with our certified CoolSculpting technicians at J. Sweat Plastic Surgery to learn more about the procedure and what to expect after treatment.

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You may desire the confidence of a beach body by eliminating unwanted body fat and improving muscle tone but also want to enjoy your summer without discomfort or downtime. If this sounds like you, you might consider a nonsurgical body contouring procedure like Coolsculpting®! Here are some benefits you can expect:

No Incisions

With Coolsculpting, there are no incisions and it’s a completely non-invasive, nonsurgical fat reduction procedure! Instead, a cold applicator directs controlled cooling at pockets of stubborn fat in the abdominal, flanks, back, outer thighs, or beneath the chin, destroying the unwanted fat cells by freezing them while protecting the outside skin and tissue in the treatment area.

With no incisions, you can enjoy a comfortable fat-reduction treatment process without the use of sedation or anesthesia and with no risk of scarring. Eliminate stubborn fat and achieve a more youthful appearance with nonsurgical body sculpting treatments.

No Downtime

With a surgical procedure, you can expect some degree of downtime, especially if anesthesia is required. This often means taking work off and having someone care for you for several days. But with nonsurgical body contouring like Coolsculpting, you won’t miss a beat when getting back to your daily schedule. With no incisions or medication required, no downtime follows only some occasional minor discomfort.

Lasting Results

The results from a Coolsculpting procedure aren’t immediate, but they are long-lasting, just like a surgical procedure like liposuction! After your nonsurgical body contouring treatment, your body will need time to process and naturally eliminate the destroyed excess fat cells. This could take up to twelve weeks with results starting to become visible in as short as 3-4 weeks. A second treatment to the areas of concern is usually always recommended for maximal results usually within 60-90 days of the first treatment.  After recovery from the treatments, you can enjoy a slimmer contour that lasts as long as you maintain your weight. Although the treated fat cells are gone for good, you can still gain weight in other untreated areas of your body. You can help ensure long-lasting results through a healthy diet and regular exercise routine.

To learn more about nonsurgical body contouring, contact our office! We can schedule your consultation with Dr. Sweat to determine the best course of treatment for you.

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