Coolsculpting and skin tightening in India

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Cool sculpting is a non-surgical fat removal technique that was invented by Dieter Manstein in 2005. The technique is also known by alternate names such as cryolipolysis and fat freezing. Cool sculpting has proven to reduce 20 to 25 percent of fat in the treated region. The technique works on the principle that adipocytes (fat cells) react to cold temperature and causes what is called apoptosis or cell death. The cells that have died is then eliminated naturally from the body with the help of the liver. Cool sculpting is done by exposing the treatment site to extreme cold temperatures and triggering the body to break down fat cells.

There are no needles or incisions needed for this procedure, and no anesthesia. The patient will be awake during the procedure and it is completely painless. An applicator will be used to provide extreme cold temperature to the targetted region. There are different sizes of applicators depending on the area and the extent of fat to be treated. In some cases more than 1 applicator will be used for the procedure. This will be decided by the cosmetic surgeon depending on the area to be treated and the patient’s expectation of fat removal from the region. The procedure is commonly used to treat regions such as the abdomen, arms, things, back and love handles.

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Cool sculpting is not a weight loss technique. People who are obese might be first advised by the cosmetic surgeon to lose weight by means of exercise and diet. This procedure is done to treat a region where there is stubborn fat.

Reducing abdominal fat

While treating the abdominal region, the doctor might use two or more applicators to treat the region. For treating the entire abdominal region, four applicators could be used.

Reducing love handles or fat on the back

Usually a single applicator is used to treat fat in the love handles and back.

Reducing fat on the thighs

For the thighs and the arm region, a single applicator is used. Inner thigh is a commonly treated area with cool sculpting.

It will also be performed for reducing aft in the chin, armpits, buttocks and other regions.

It is very important to discuss medical history and any allergies or intolerance to cold before going ahead with the procedure. Cool sculpting is also not advised for patients who have loose skin or on those who experience any illness when exposed to cold temperatures such as cold urticaria, cryoglobulinema. Pregnant and nursing women should also avoid the procedure.

After checking for these pre-requisites, a patient can go ahead with the treatment. Some of the most important care to be taken are

Avoid medications such as aspirin, ibuprofen and other anticoagulants which can thin the blood
Avoid smoking for 1 week before the procedure and its best to avoid the consumption of alcohol
Protect the skin from overexposure to the sun and from any possible bruising or cuts
Adopt a healthy diet and lifestyle
Ensure a good sleep the day prior to the procedure
Avoid any medications that you might be taking before the treatment
Wear comfortable and lose fitting clothes
Light and nutritious meals must be ensured
Books or other medium of entertainment can be used to help you relax during the procedure

To ensure there is minimal risks and complications, one must ensure to get treated by a board-certified and well-qualified cosmetic surgeon who has a history of having done cool sculpting.

Scarring or discoloration on the treated region
Pain and numbness that might stay for a week or month
Muscle weakness especially from procedures done in the neck or chin
Frostbite from the cold temperature
Nausea, dizziness, fatigue and light-headedness

In rare cases, a side effect known as paradoxical adipose hyperplasia (PAH) may occur. This is as rare as in 1% of the patients. The condition is characterized by an increase in fat cells post the procedure instead of a decrease. This is more likely to happen with men and when done on the abdominal region. The chances of getting the complication is higher among patients of hispanic decent.

It is important to follow post-procedural care for effective results and fast recovery.

Wear comfortable and loose fitting clothes after the procedure
Take any medications if suggested by the doctor
Ensure a light diet for a few days following the procedure
Compression garments might be advised for use
It is best to keep yourself active by walking around
In case of any intolerable pain, report it to the doctor at the earliest
Any after effects such as nausea or dizziness must be highlighted immediately
Ensure you have the contact details of the care provider and follow up visits
Ensure good sleep and avoid smoking and alcohol for a week after the procedure

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