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What is CoolSculpting?
CoolSculpting is a medical procedure that permanently destroys fat cells by selectively freezing stubborn fat pockets.
- CoolSculpting uses patented cooling technology to reshape your body with long-lasting results
- It’s a noninvasive body sculpting procedure that requires zero downtime
- This service is best suited for people who are already at their ideal weight but are dealing with stubborn fat
Sometimes diet and exercise simply aren’t enough – you’re still stuck dealing with problem areas, no matter how disciplined you are. Enter CoolSculpting, a revolutionary technology that eliminates unwanted subcutaneous fat with no recovery time involved. It’s a fast, painless way to finally achieve the look you’ve been working toward!
At Advanced Cosmetic Surgery, our CoolSculpting team is led by board-certified plastic surgeon DR. THOMAS C. MCFADDEN. We’ve provided cutting-edge medical aesthetic procedures to the Greenville, Spartanburg and Anderson areas since 2001. BOOK your virtual or in-person consultation to discover the transformative power of CoolSculpting!
CoolSculpting at Advanced Cosmetic Surgery
CoolSculpting features a cooling process that was developed by Harvard scientists. This patented technology targets and freezes fat cells – which are more sensitive to cold temperatures than other cell types. In this method, known as cryolipolysis, the fat cells then die and are naturally expelled from the body, leaving you with a slender new look.
The CoolSculpting apparatus consists of applicators controlled by a precise temperature monitoring system. Since its introduction over a decade ago, CoolSculpting has helped over 4 million people finally achieve the silhouette they’ve dreamed of.
Why Choose Us for CoolSculpting?
When choosing a provider for any medical procedure, it’s vital to find a reputable establishment with a track record of exceptional patient safety and care. Discover some reasons why Advanced Cosmetic Surgery fits the bill:
- Our founder and medical director, Dr. Thomas C. McFadden, is the recipient of numerous awards, including being named one of the 10 Best Plastic Surgeons in South Carolina by the American Institute of Plastic Surgeons and a Top 10 Doctor in South Carolina
- We’ve achieved successful outcomes for patients in the Greenville area for two decades
- We’re accredited by AAAASF, the gold standard for outpatient facilities in the US
- All CoolSculpting procedures are performed by an experienced licensed medical esthetician
- We’re committed to upholding the highest standards of safety and comfort for all our patients
What Can You Treat with CoolSculpting?
CoolSculpting is performed on those areas of the body where subcutaneous fat typically resides such as:
- Arms
- Back fat
- Bra bulge
- Chin area
- Flanks (love handles)
- Inner, outer and upper thighs
- Upper and lower abdomen
What to Expect During Your CoolSculpting Treatment
To start your CoolSculpting session, one of our licensed estheticians will apply a gel pad to the area being treated to protect your skin from the freezing effects of the technology. Next, she will place the applicator over the targeted area. The applicator vacuum seals over your skin, creating a sucking or pulling sensation.
The applicator connects to a system that safely lowers the temperature of fat cells beneath your skin until they freeze. The length of treatment depends on the area being targeted but is typically around 30 minutes.
In the meantime, you can take a nap, catch up on work or simply relax. Most of our patients find CoolSculpting perfectly comfortable, experiencing only sensations of cold and pressure.
Once the fat cells have reached the desired temperature, the esthetician removes the applicator and immediately uses a special vibrating tool and her hands to vigorously massage the treated area. This process breaks up any frozen tissue and provides an even, final result.
Although some people find the massage uncomfortable, others liken it to a tickling sensation. If you’re treating more than one area—for instance, treating both legs—she’ll then move on and repeat the entire process.
CoolSculpting has no downtime, but you should avoid strenuous activity for the rest of the day. If you experience redness, swelling, bruising, cramping or skin sensitivity over the next few days, you are advised to take ibuprofen or apply a warm compress to the area.
Advanced Cosmetic Surgery Reviews
38 Years Old. 2 Kids - Greenville SC - I decided to get cool sculpting on inner thighs. I am 38 years old and have 2 kids. Approximately 5'4 and 117 lbs. Working out and being active did not seem to target this area. I have only had one treatment and I definitely could tell a positive change and fat reduction after just the one treatment! The procedure was very tolerable and I had very minimal pain during and after the procedure. Immediately after the procedure they massage the area for 2 minutes. I had minimal bruising and soreness a few days after treatment. The area did itch for a week or two after treatment but wasn't uncomfortable. Would recommend this treatment in this area!
30 Years Old, CoolSculpting, Great Experience - Greenville, SC - Dr. McFadden and his staff were very kind, knowledgeable, and absolutely wonderful. I already have a slender build but have some stubborn areas I can't seem to get rid of with diet or exercise. I had treatment on my abdomen, love handles, inner and outer thighs, and couldn't be happier. Treatment performed by Ashley, who was extremely professional and I could tell she knows what she's doing. Definitely the results I was looking for. Thank you Dr. McFadden!
Ashley did coolsculpting on my arms. She is such a sweetheart and goes out of her way to make you comfortable. She addresses any and every concern. I also want to put in a good review for Jo. I had a rash in-between my breasts. I showed it to Ashley. She immediately got Jo to look at it. Jo advised a cream. The cream was ineffective so I called the office. She called in a prescription and that was amazing. Worked right off. I so appreciate their help. I would have had to suffer with the horrible itching until I was able to get into my regular doctor. So by both of these nice ladies going over and above their normal duties and taking the extra time and care for me I was able to be healed so quickly. I just wanted to make sure they are recognized for their efforts! Also the cool sculpting was pain free and so far in 6 weeks I've already lost a half inch on each arm. Yay!
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Who are the Best Candidates for CoolSculpting?
It is important to understand that CoolSculpting isn’t a weight loss solution, but a sculpting procedure for people who already have a healthy lifestyle and are looking to fine-tune their figures.
With this in mind, CoolSculpting is most effective for men and women who are at or close to their ideal weight, but have stubborn areas of fat that aren’t responding to diet or exercise. Where these areas are located on your body is a matter of genetics and the way your body naturally stores fat. At your consultation, we’ll discuss whether CoolSculpting is right for you!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is CoolSculpting permanent?
Technically, the results of CoolSculpting are permanent – once a fat cell is gone, it’s gone! Unfortunately, if you gain weight, fat cells surrounding the CoolSculpted area will likely migrate to the treated area and negate the results. However, It’s helpful to know that a CoolSculpting treatment won’t result in any unevenness.
Does CoolSculpting hurt?
The experience varies from individual to individual, but very few people say that CoolSculpting hurts. Most patients report sensations of pulling, pressure and coldness during treatment. While some describe the post-treatment massage as uncomfortable, others don’t mind it.
What happens to the frozen fat cells?
The destroyed cells are metabolized by the lymph system and naturally eliminated; the fat will not be reabsorbed elsewhere in your body.
Will I need more than one session?
Most people only require 1 treatment; however, if you want to address more areas of the body than can be covered in a few hours, you’ll need to schedule additional sessions.
What’s the difference between CoolSculpting and traditional liposuction?
CoolSculpting achieves the same fundamental outcome as liposuction – it permanently reduces the number of fat cells in the treated area. However, liposuction is a surgical procedure that requires full anesthesia and significant downtime. CoolSculpting requires neither!
Alternative Services
If for any reason CoolSculpting isn’t right for you, we offer alternative services, both surgical and nonsurgical, to help you achieve the body you want. These solutions may be more effective for people who are overweight or have recently lost a significant amount of weight.
- KYBELLA INJECTIONS are minimally invasive and reduce excess fat below the chin
- A TUMMY TUCK is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat, tightens the abdominal wall muscles and trims the waistline
- BELT LIPOSUCTION is a surgery performed to remove excess skin and fat from the torso and upper legs
- ARM LIFT surgically reduces excess skin and fat between the underarm and the elbow
- A LOWER BODY LIFT tightens loose, sagging skin in the buttocks, posterior thighs, hips, outer thighs and anterior thighs through surgery
Book Your CoolSculpting Consultation
Curious to learn if you’re eligible for CoolSculpting? If you’re in the Greenville, Spartanburg, and Anderson area, BOOK your virtual or in-person consultation with a member of Dr. McFadden’s team at Advanced Cosmetic Surgery. At your free consultation, we can discuss the areas you’d like to address and create a CoolSculpting solution that caters to your needs. It’s time to finally achieve the silhouette you want!