CoolSculpting Side Effects
CoolSculpting is the #1 fat reduction method used to eliminate fat cells from stubborn problem areas like the belly or thighs. Many patients choose to freeze their fat as a safe alternative to liposuction due to CoolSculpting’s high safety profile. While CoolSculpting is a safe procedure FDA cleared to reduce fat cells, patients need to take precautions to ensure you receive the best treatment possible.
CoolSculpting’s High Safety Profile
CoolSculpting is hailed for its safety. It is one of the safest cosmetic treatments available today. In addition to FDA clearance, CoolSculpting’s safety is backed by several clinical studies. “Safety, tolerance, and patient satisfaction with noninvasive cryolipolysis,” a comprehensive study found in the journal of Dermatological Surgery, gathered information on more than 500 CoolSculpting patients. The authors of the study found, “No significant side effects or adverse events were reported,” and added “the procedure is well-tolerated, with 89% of [subjects having] a positive perception of treatment duration and 96% [of subjects] reporting minimal discomfort.” The authors concluded, “cryolipolysis is a safe, well-tolerated, and effective treatment method for reduction of subcutaneous fat.”
CoolSculpting Side Effects
CoolSculpting side effects are increasingly rare. Some patients do, however, experience post-treatment symptoms caused by a natural immune response. Cryolipolysis causes the body’s lymphatic system to work after the treatment as it gathers the frozen fat cells and processes them out of the body as a form of waste. Patient symptoms can include redness, bruising, tenderness, and swelling around the treatment site. The symptoms are mild and resolve themselves within a week or two.
Similarly, even if a CoolSculpting provider is reputable and certified, it is important to find one with ample experience and expert treatment specialists on staff. This is important because CoolSculpting is a technique sensitive procedure. The person who performs your fat freezing procedure influences the experiences and the outcome. This means that the more skilled and knowledgeable the treatment specialist is, the less likely you will experience side effects.
CoolSculpting Near Me
If you are interested in CoolSculpting treatments but want to avoid any side effects, KP Aesthetics can help. We are a reputable fat freezing provider with expert treatment specialists available. Schedule your free consultation by calling us at 484-420-4094 or reach out to us online.
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About the Author
I’m Dr. Steve Costalas, Medical Director with 18 years as a board-certified emergency physician. I completed my medical training at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1993 and emergency medicine residency at Christiana Care in 1997. Since 1998, I’ve worked with Main Line Healthcare System, primarily at Lankenau Medical Center. My passion for cutting-edge treatments led me to aesthetic medicine and CoolSculpting technology. As Medical Director of KP Aesthetics, I attended CoolSculpting University in 2015 and received private training from Zeltiq representatives. Beyond CoolSculpting, I’m trained in Collagen Induction Therapy, Laser Resurfacing, Intense Pulse Light Therapy, and Tattoo Removal.