CoolSculpting/Zeltiq™™ - Related FAQ's
Q: I just had Zeltiq™ CoolSculpting in NYC three weeks ago and I don't see any improvement yet, why?A: Zeltiq™ relies on your body to process and metabolize the dead fat cells that result from the freezing in CoolSculpting. It takes about four months to obtain the average 20% reduction in fat volume. Many patients feel the improvement by their clothes not feeling as tight rather than seeing the difference visually. Remember Zeltiq™ is a non-invasive, minimal to no down-time procedure to lessen fat collections, but it is not liposuction that removes a lot of fat at one time.
Q: I have fat thighs that go around the whole leg. Can Zeltiq™ Coolsculpting help me?
A: Zeltiq™ is designed to perform CoolSculpting on localized areas, not homogenous full or overweight circumferential thighs. The applicator has a shape designed certain areas of the body that are prone to localized fat accumulations, but don't work well on a diffuse fatty area. I would be concerned about creating irregularities trying to patch multiple areas together around the thigh. Zeltiq™ works very well on the abdomen and love handles and the company may be developing, in the future, more applicators.
Q: I had Zeltiq™ CoolSculpting two days ago on my abdomen and I now see a purple area one inch below the area. Should I see my doctor?
A: You are describing a delayed bruise. Most bruises occur immediately because of the suction, (similar to a "hickey") but if it truly wasn't present immediately after the treatment you should ask your doctor if they need to see you to make sure that nothing else is occurring. Vbeam laser and topical vitamin K cream may help lessen the days of the bruise.
Q: I am getting married in three weeks and my wedding gown is fitting a little more tightly. Would Zeltiq™ CoolSculpting help me in time for the wedding?
A: There shouldn't be any visible problems from treatment to disturb your appearance during your ceremony or reception . It is not realistic to expect any significant improvement in reduction in waist size or seeing a lessening in the lower abdominal pouch in such a short time as three weeks. The average result is only 20% reduction in four months, and although at one month there is some reduction, it is a small percent. It would be better for you to watch your diet carefully and try to exercise a little despite your hectic prewedding schedule.
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