This is a surgical procedure which means there is a chance for infection, scarring and pain.
Some lumps and bumps are possible after healing.
The final results are not visible for up to 12 months
Does not tighten skin, requires additional technology such as Renuvion or J-plasma to tighten skin after liposuction or occasionally excision of the excess skin.
Can only be used to reduce discreet areas of pinchable fat that fit in the applicators
Results take 4-6 weeks to develop and Coolsculpting often needs to be repeated to obtain the desired effect.
Potential for rare side effect of adipose hypertrophy
Can get expensive as multiple treatment areas are added or additional sessions are necessary.
Both methods are proven safe and effective at removing unwanted fat. The method chosen should take into account how much fat you want to remove vs how much downtime and pain you can tolerate. We are happy to help you with your decision. Both technologies remove fat permanently. If your diet and exercise habits do not change however, more fat can again be deposited in other areas of the body.
At Larson Plastic Surgery, the safety and health of our patients and clients are our top priority.
We are closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation as it evolves and following the best-practice recommendations and guidelines put forth by the CDC.
We will continue to provide necessary care to our patients in the safest manner possible. To that end, virtual consultation and follow-up is available and we encourage you to use this service whenever possible.
We are all in this together! We will have staff available via email or phone to help answer your questions during this difficult time. Stay healthy, stay safe.
We look forward to seeing you in the office again once this has passed.
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