Coolsculpting Results After 1 Week & 1 Month
Stubborn pockets of body fat can be a major source of frustration. Patients may follow strict diet regimens and spend hours in the gym only to find that these fatty areas are mostly unaffected. Fortunately, patients can rely on CoolSculpting. This non-invasive body sculpting procedure can help patients achieve the physique they’ve always dreamed of, burning excess fat and revealing a more chiseled physique.
As with any procedure, patients are naturally inquisitive about how it works and what the results will be like. They will also wonder how long it will take for them to see results. We have compiled some information here that will help patients feel more confident moving forward with their procedure.
What is CoolSculpting?
CoolSculpting is a body contouring procedure that is designed to eliminate pockets of fat that are resistant to exercise without requiring any surgery. First approved by the FDA in 2012, CoolSculpting has quickly become one of the most popular procedures available at MedSpas. It is appropriately titled based on its mechanism, using cold temperatures in order to freeze fat (a process known as cryolipolysis).
How does CoolSculpting work?
During a CoolSculpting session, the practitioner takes a handheld device and passes it over the selected treatment areas, administering a controlled cooling effect as the patient rests. As these fat deposits are exposed to cold temperatures, they freeze and are absorbed by the body’s lymphatic system. CoolSculpting can be performed on various areas of the body, including the:
- Midsection
- Love handles
- Back
- Chest
- Arms
- Glutes
The duration of a CoolSculpting session will ultimately depend on the areas that the patient would like to have treated. That said, most of them are short enough that they can be carried out during one’s lunch break. It is a comfortable process that allows patients to rest. Many patients use their phones, take naps, or even read. After the procedure is completed, patients are able to get back to their normal routines almost immediately. The results will take anywhere from two to four months to show up. As the fat cells are permanently destroyed, the results are very long-lasting. That said, patients can get the most out of the treatment by following a healthy diet and exercise regimen after their treatment.
Will I see CoolSculpting results after the first week of recovery?
CoolSculpting results typically do not show up right away. During the recovery period, the body is engaged in a process of flushing frozen fat cells out of the body. Patients only start to see some preliminary changes in the treatment areas about three to four weeks after undergoing a CoolSculpting procedure. That said, there are some cases in which patients notice improvements sooner.
Are CoolSculpting results visible at the one-month mark?
While it is true that some patients experience changes as early as 1 to 2 weeks after undergoing a coolsculpting procedure, it usually takes a lot longer than that to see results. Coolsculpting is a process that causes inflammation followed by cell death and then removal. It takes the body some time to complete the removal phase. During the first few weeks of recovery, most patients will only see a drop in swelling, which can be perceived as an improvement. In reality, it usually takes anywhere from two to four months for the results to be noticeable. That said, there are cases where sizable changes can be perceived after only one month.
What is the takeaway?
CoolSculpting is a miraculous procedure that can help patients who are struggling with stubborn, excess fat. As with any cosmetic treatment, patients should know what CoolSculpting entails and how long it will take for them to see the results. Patients who are expecting to see their desired outcome in a span of a few weeks must know that it will likely take longer than that. As always, it is highly recommended that patients seek out the aid of an experienced practitioner to carry out their CoolSculpting procedure.