CoolSculpting – Myths vs Facts

If you have pockets of unwanted fat that you want to remove, you are not alone. Many people work hard to lose weight and exercise, only to find that certain areas of fat are stubborn and hard to shift. This can be disappointing, especially if you have put a lot of time and energy into trying to get rid of the fat, but all is not lost. With CoolSculpting, getting rid of this fat is quick and easy. CoolSculpting uses specialist technology to freeze, destroy and remove fat cells from the body. This results in fat cells being removed and a slimmer, more toned appearance. Considering how simple it is to remove fat cells with CoolSculpting, it’s easy to see why it’s one of our most popular treatment options.

Despite CoolSculpting being a popular treatment, there is still a lot of misinformation about how it all works. There are a lot of facts online to educate you about CoolSculpting, but there are also a lot of myths. We have debunked some of the most popular myths and highlighted the facts below. This will give you a good idea of how CoolSculpting can effectively work for you.

Here’s What You Need to Know About CoolSculpting

FACT: CoolSculpting Permanently Destroys Unwanted Pockets of Fat

A lot of fat-reducing treatments simply reduce the size of fat cells, which reduces the appearance of fat in a significant way. However, CoolSculpting works differently, as it permanently destroys unwanted pockets of fat using fat-freezing technology. Instead of simply reducing the size of fat cells, which gives them the ability to grow and come back further down the line should you put on weight, CoolSculpting damages and destroys them completely. The fat cells are removed from the body permanently and, therefore, are not at risk of returning. Whereas other treatments reduce fat cells in size, CoolSculpting reduces them in number.

MYTH: You Need to Take a Lot of Time Off Work to Have CoolSculpting Treatment

One of the biggest myths surrounding CoolSculpting is the amount of downtime that is required. Many people make the mistake of assuming that you need to take a lot of time off work to have CoolSculpting treatment done, but this isn’t the case at all. It’s actually one of the quickest and most convenient fat-reducing treatments out there, and each session is rarely longer than one hour. You can easily fit CoolSculpting treatment into your day without wasting your annual leave.

FACT: CoolSculpting Doesn’t Damage Surrounding Tissue

Regardless of where your stubborn fat cells are located, CoolSculpting can remove them without damaging the surrounding tissue. This means that other areas of your body are not at risk of accidentally being damaged, nor will other cells be removed alongside fat cells. This is because fat cells freeze at a different temperature from other cells, so CoolSculpting technology can freeze and damage them before other cells are affected. It’s a fantastic way of purposely selecting and removing pockets of fat from various body parts without worrying about other areas.

MYTH: Recovering from CoolSculpting Takes a Long Time

Many fat reduction treatments have a long recovery time, giving the body time to heal and recover from the treatment. However, CoolSculpting works differently. As CoolSculpting is a non-surgical and non-invasive treatment, there is no downtime and no recovery time required. You can have CoolSculpting treatment and resume your normal activities immediately. Results can be seen within 12 weeks of your CoolSculpting session, but recovery is instant.

FACT: CoolSculpting Can Reduce Fat by 22% – 27%

At Cambridge Laser Clinic, we are proud to offer a treatment that is so effective. CoolSculpting can reduce fat by 22% – 27%, much more than many fat-reducing treatments. You will need to wait between six and 12 weeks after treatment to see the full extent of the results, as it takes time for the body to break down and remove the fat cells. The number of sessions required can vary depending on the results that you want to achieve. This means that you can choose CoolSculpting, knowing that you won’t be disappointed by the possible results. 

MYTH: CoolSculpting Can Only Be Done on the Stomach

CoolSculpting treatment is ideal for unwanted pockets of fat, which means it can be used on various body areas. It is commonly focused on the stomach but targeting the thighs, upper arms, back, chin, flanks, and buttocks are also common. CoolSculpting can be used on any area with fat that needs removing, and the technology can be tailored accordingly.

FACT: CoolSculpting Treatment is Not Painful

Though a lot of cosmetic procedures are painful, CoolSculpting is not one of them. CoolSculpting uses gentle suction and specialist applicators to remove fat in a comfortable, non-invasive way. You might experience mild discomfort during the session, but this quickly passes, and there is no painful recovery to navigate. Most people experience nothing more than mild aching, tingling, stinging and cramping. This passes at the beginning of treatment, and the area becomes numb, resulting in a painless treatment. This is one of the reasons that people return to CoolSculpting time and time again.

CoolSculpting at Cambridge Laser Clinic

At Cambridge Laser Clinic, we provide a wide range of services to our patients, many of which are aimed at reducing body fat and improving the body’s overall appearance. CoolSculpting is by far one of the most popular ways of getting rid of stubborn fat, and it’s a treatment that we are highly experienced in. We understand how frustrating it can be to exercise and diet only to have areas of fat that won’t budge. With CoolSculpting, this isn’t something that you need to worry about. Get in touch with our specialists to find out more about CoolSculpting and how it can work for you.