CoolSculpting

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• So What Exactly Is Coolsculpting, And How Can This Freeze My Fat Off?

  You hate your stubborn fat because it never seems to budge, well you are not alone. Millions of people have stubborn fat that is resistant to diet and exercise, whereas CoolSculpting will help. This is because fat does not like the cold, so when put under temperatures to freeze it, it is simply destroyed-for good. This is done with CoolSculpting and its treatment applicators such as the CoolMini, CoolMax, CoolAdvantage, based on what area you wish to treat.

• Does Coolsculpting Involve Surgery?

  Absolutely not, which is why CoolSculpting is so great. This treatment is performed in our beautiful and comfortable treatment rooms that feature Tempur-Pedic beds and Apple TVs. So while you watch your favorite show, you can forever say goodbye to your stubborn fat.

• Are Results From Coolsculpting Permanent?

  Yes. CoolSculpting kills fat cells permanently in the treated area(s) by 20-25% each time. Secondary or additional treatments continue to reduce the fat by 20-25% each time.

• Is There Downtime After Coolsculpting?

  Absolutely not, which is why CoolSculpting is so great. Some may experience a sensation of numbness or tingling in the treated area(s), which is the fat being processed out by your body post treatment. After a CoolSculpting treatment you will be able to return to work and normal activities right away as there are typically no signs a procedure was performed.

• What Does A Coolsculpting Treatment Feel Like?

  The CoolSculpting treatment feels like a freezing ice pack has been applied to your skin. It may provide a stinging sensation for just a few minutes, after which point your treatment area will feel numb to the pain. When the treatment applicator is removed, there is a massage that is applied at treatment end to help the treated area return to its normal temperature and unfrozen state. Your body will not show signs a procedure was performed.

• Is Coolsculpting Painful?

  While most people state no pain during a CoolSculpting procedure, others may find some mild discomfort during various times throughout. The New CoolAdvantage applicators are ideal for those who are sensitive to pain.

• How Many Coolsculpting Treatments Will I Need?

  The typical candidate for CoolSculpting may need one or two treatments. In order to best assess you and your goals, please schedule a free consultation with us. We are open daily.

• I'm Not Rich, Can I Afford Coolsculpting?

  Because this is a non-invasive procedure performed in the office rather than in a hospital or surgery center, costs can be lower than other invasive methods of treating unwanted fat. In addition, we have various financing options, including 0% interest options. Please schedule a free consult with us to determine the best course of action for your treatments to be as affordable as possible.

• How Long Does A Coolsculpting Consult Take?

  Your results will develop in as little as 4 weeks post treatment and may take up to 6 months to fully develop.

• Are There Any Side Effects Of Coolsculpting?

  Typically there are no side effects from CoolSculpting, however some may feel tingling or numbness in the treated area. Treated areas may become slightly flushed post treatment for a period of up to one hour. But that's it!

• What Happens If I Gain Weight Or Get Pregnant After Coolsculpting?

  If you were to gain weight post treatment, your weight gain will not appear as obvious as your treated body now has fewer fat cells in the treated area(s).

• I Have Lump From Previous Liposuction, Can Coolsculpting Help Me?

  Yes, CoolSculpting is the ideal treatment to smooth out irregularities from a liposuction or other surgical procedure that may leave abnormal fat pockets. CoolSculpting can correct these areas permanently.

• Is It Possible To Get Lumpy Results With Coolsculpting?

  When performed by an experienced provider of Cienega Med Spa locations, the CoolSculpting procedure should leave a smooth & "seamless" finished result. Should any irregularities form, that too can be treated with CoolSculpting as well.

• What Are The Risks For Coolsculpting?

  Typical risks are a minor chance of freezer burn and or numbness to the treated area. All side effects are transient and will completely resolve with time.

• How Will I Know How Many Sessions I Will Need?

  Great question that we get all the time. Once we see you at our free consultation, we can determine exactly what it will take to get the results you are looking for. We are upfront in our pricing, honest in our assessments and work to provide the best discounts and promotions for our clients.

• How Long Does A Coolsculpting Consult Take?

  Our free consults are scheduled for 30 minutes and we are open daily to serve you. Once you are deemed a good candidate you may treat same day. We have 8 CoolSculpting machines to serve you and are ranked top 3 Worldwide for CoolSculpting.

• How Was Coolsculpting Discovered?

  Harvard scientists learned that children who would hold popsicles in their mouths would have trace amounts of fat killed off from the inside of their cheeks. This lead to the discovery that fat cells are sensitive to cold temperatures.

• Why Does Coolsculpting Work When Diet And Exercise Do Not?

  Chances are, you have some “problem areas”, these problem areas contain more fat cells than the adjacent areas, and you may NOT need to lose any weight. This is the exact reason CoolSculpting is such a great solution. Now you can finally target those problem areas without having to go through strenuous diet and exercise. When adults gain weight (excluding obesity) the fat cells are simply getting bigger.  When you lose weight, these very fat cells just get smaller.  Thus, the fat gained is NEVER lost. This is why CoolSculpting is such a great option.  Once treated with CoolSculpting, that number of fat cells begin reducing. With repeated treatments, the fat bulge can be eliminated to a minimal or nearly completely gone state. Once destroyed the body's natural processes remove the fat from targeted treatment areas.

• What Is A Coolsculpting Treatment Like?

  When you decide to treat with Coolsculpting, certain "applicators" are chosen for the specific area you want treated. For example, a CoolMax for the abdomen area or CoolFit for the arms. These applicators will then attach to the areas you want treated and stay on for the duration of the treatment. When these applicators are put on your body, a vacuum pulls and holds the fat between cooling plates, which then freeze the fat to a temperature that will freeze the area to a solid block of ice.  That is right, your fat will be frozen solid! This stimulates a process called apoptosis which is a programmed cell death. No other cells or organs are harmed, just fat! When the treatment has completed, your nurse will provide a manual massage to further break down the fat, by as much as 68%.  When the massage is done, your fat will return to its normal state. So you won't be walking out with a block of ice!

• Is Coolsculpting Safe?

  No damage is done to the skin, organs or any other tissue. Coolsculpting is the ONLY treatment for destroying fat by freezing it. Coolsculpting is FDA cleared for safety and efficacy and can be used on any part of the body or face. Coolsculpting has been studied and tested over 10 years to ensure safe and effective results that diet and exercise are intended to provide. With Coolsculpting you can have NATURAL looking results. No lump and bumps that are typical with liposuction here!

• Is Coolsculpting Fda Cleared?

  Yes, CoolSculpting is the only non-invasive treatment cleared by the FDA for permanent destruction of fat cells

• Can Any Area Of The Body Be Treated?

  CoolSculpting has been designed to treat nearly every part of the body such as the abdomen, arms, love handles, bra bulges, inner and outer thighs and even the chin. Treatment can be received during your lunch break and will not take you away from your daily routine.

• How Long Does Coolsculpting Take?

  A Coolsculpting treatment takes 35 minutes to 1 hour per area depending on which applicator you choose to treat with. CoolAdvantage (the newer, faster, better, stronger) applicators for the arms, bra bulges, abdomen, love handles and inner thighs, treat in just 35 mins. Original CoolSculpting applicators take 1 hour to treat with. CoolMini for the chin takes 45 minutes. CoolSmooth for the outer thighs and non-pinchable areas take 1 hour 15 minutes to treat with. Because we offer multiple machines, you can treat multiple areas at once, that means you can treat both love handles at once (instead of one at a time) thus reducing your treatment time.

• What Happens To The Treated Fat?

  Just like any other dead cell in your body, the destroyed fat cells are processed out naturally through digestion, metabolization and the lymphatic drainage system. You will not notice any change in your body while these fat cells are eliminated.

• Does Coolsculpting Involve Incisions Or Injections?

  No. Coolsculpting is a non-invasive technology that destroys fat without cutting the skin, chemicals or injections of any kind. By simply using cold temperature, we can destroy fat for good anywhere on the body as well as the chin.

• Who Is An Ideal Candidate For Coolsculpting?

  Generally healthy individuals who are 20-30 pounds to their goal weight looking to treat areas of stubborn fat. Those above 30 pounds may still receive CoolSculpting, however, more treatments may be needed to achieve a peak result. Those who are closer to 50 pounds overweight would be advised to try diet and exercise and return to the clinic at a future date for treatment of the stubborn fat.

• Can A "beer Belly" Be Treated With Coolsculpting?

  No. Because this type of fat “visceral” is deep in the body surrounding the organs.  CoolSculpting treats subcutaneous fat, meaning that “giggly” fat just beneath the skin.  This is the fat that is typically unresponsive to diet and exercise. There are several forms of fat on the body.  The type of fat that can be treated with Coolsculpting is called subcutaneous fat. This is fat that is directly below the skin, is very soft and "jiggly" and usually unresponsive to diet and exercise.

• What Happens To The Skin Post Coolsculpting?

  Naturally, the skin will also reduce in size post CoolSculpting.  Thus, loose skin will NOT be a issue after successive treatments of CoolSculpting.

• Medical Considerations And Restrictions For Coolsculpting

  If you have a hernia mesh, you are not a candidate to treat areas of the abdomen with suction applicators such as CoolMax or CoolCore.  CoolSmooth may be used however. Alternate areas may still be treated safely. Those taking blood thinners are advised against treatment with CoolSculpting.

• Is Coolsculpting An Alternative To Liposuction?

  Liposuction is a very effective method of fat reduction because the fat is physically removed from the body. It is an invasive procedure however, which typically involves the loss of blood, requires anesthesia, surgical incisions which will result in scars, and several months of recovery time. As an alternative to liposuction, CoolSculpting does not have any of these drawbacks and has had zero long term adverse events in millions of cases treated, which is why patients in the Los Angeles area may find that CoolSculpting is the “practical” choice.

• Is Coolsculpting Or Liposuction Better For Me?

  CoolSculpting is a treatment best for those who do not wish to undergo a surgery like liposuction, which is invasive, costly and comes with downtime. Studies and before and after photos have shown that CoolSculpting typically produces excellent results with 2-3 treatments, making it a great alternative to Liposuction.  Those who do not want downtime, scars or pain are best suited to seek treatment with CoolSculpting.

• How Does Coolsculpting Compare To Sculpsure, Velashape, Or Venus Freeze?

  While they have similar names, they should not be confused with CoolSculpting, an FDA cleared treatment for non-invasive, fat reduction. Treatments like SculptSure, Velashape and Venus Freeze are "laser treatments" that shrink fat cells temporarily. While they can possibly kill fat off, they are not as strong as CoolSculpting to break down fat for good. So while you may see a reduction in the areas treated, there is no long-term damage sustained to fat cells that CoolSculpting provides.

• Can I Really Do Coolsculpting During My Lunch Break?

  Because we have multiple CoolSculpting machines at each location, we can treat up to 4 areas at one time! This helps save you time vs other clinics may have one machine and can only provide treatment to one area at a time. After your treatment you can drive back to work, workout or travel right away. There is no downtime with CoolSculpting.

• Can I Get Treatment Same Day?

  Yes, we often have same-day availability for appointments. You may search online to see available times and confirm your appointment within minutes, all online.