CoolSculpting in Chicago, IL

CoolSculpting is thought to be more effective than these modalities in head to head studies.

A study found in reduction of fat in adolescents consistent wand satisfactory results.

A common question we get asked a lot is: Am I a candidate for CoolSculpting? Below is a list of who is an ideal candidate and who is not for CoolSculpting.

Ideal Candidate for CoolSculpting
-Odeal for discrete fat
-Does not treat obesity
-Less effective in patients with more fat due to temperature not reaching peak temps
-Age is not a factor
-Skin laxity is not an issue- thought to cause skin tightness by stimulating collagen and improves skin flaccidity

Not an Ideal candidate for CoolSculpting
-Orthopedic problems
-Poor renal function
-Raynaud’s Syndrome
-Cold urticaria
-Cryoglobulinmia
-Varicose vein dermatitis
-Positive rheumatoid factor (hepatitis , sjorgens, lupus)
-Increased cholesterol
-Increased liver enzymes
-Excessive visceral fat
-AIDS
-Lactation
-Peripheral circulation issue
-Open or infected wounds

It is thought to tighten the skin by production of collagen. Ultrasound imaging by Drs. Bloom and bernstein demonstrated thickening of the dermis

A study by Meyer, et al demonstrated destruction of fat in a patient who had previously undergone CoolSculpting when the fat from a tummy tuck was examined. Fibrosis or thickening of the skin was observed.

Patient with localized adiposity who seeks treatment. This protocol consists of identification, anamnesis, physical examination, measurements, and tests. Ideally, an evaluation should be performed before treatment, with follow-up with reassessments in the middle and at the end of treatment. Basic anamnesis information should be collected, such as main complaint, situational background, eating and social habits (smoking and alcoholism), use of medication, sleep quality, and physical exercise.

During the physical examination, the following things are observed: body shape and presence of associated aesthetic dysfunctions (stretch marks, cellulite, tissue flaccidity, skin trophism, muscular strength, and painful sensitivity). In addition, body measurements are also carried out with the use of an adipometer, a dermographic pencil, and tape measure

Contrast cryolipolysis is the use of combination of radiofrequency and cryolipolysis in a specific pattern. Contrast cryolipolysis theoretically promotes blood reperfusion. Contrast reperfusion promotes an immediate effect that accelerates the inflammatory response. Limited studies have taken place on contrast cryolipolysis and most have included the use of a polarys heating device similar to a topically placed rf probe.

A recent protocol was discovered when Neil Saddick of NY and authors studied cryolipolysis and a form of injection lipolysis (similar to kybella). They found a dramatic reduction in fat without side effects. Based on this study and our protocols, combination of kybella and CoolSculpting can be performed at the same visit.

Zimmer lipo is a competitor to CoolSculpting released in non-US markets. Z wave lipo typically takes 60-90 minutes per cycle while CoolSculpting advantage takes around 35 minutes per cycle

Z wave pro use shock waves to help break up the fat after using CoolSculpting. It is incorporated.

CoolSculpting has built in safety mechanisms which cause it to shut off making it the safes device.

A recent case report examined a patient found to have low T and he took androgel.

He discontinued androgel and then had CoolSculpting.

His raised from low to normal to high.

If you live near Chicago, IL, Anil Shah Facial Plastic Surgery offers CoolSculpting among its services and is conveniently located at 200 West Superior St., Suite 200 Chicago, IL 60654