Coolsculpting by ZELTIQ

Laserderm announces the revolutionary new fat freezing procedure Coolsculpting™ by ZELTIQ™

Men and women alike face the frustrating truth every day: A muffin top. A post-pregnancy pooch. Love handles. Back fat—not much, but just enough to show through a snug-fitting t-shirt or blouse. These small areas of fat don't seem to warrant a surgical procedure and losing abdominal fat and back fat through diet and exercise is practically impossible for many of us.

Laserderm is excited to announce the introduction of their new and exclusive non-invasive fat reduction treatment CoolSculpting™. Having received clearance from the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) The CoolSculpting™ procedure offers a safe, pain-free and effective way to reduce the fat layer of selected areas by 20 to 40% without the need of an anaesthetic or pain-medication.

Developed at a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School in the United States, the Coolsculpting™ breakthrough is based on extensive scientific research that demonstrates that fat cells are more susceptible to extreme cold and are selectively and permanently destroyed. This process is called Cryolipolysis (cold lipolysis).  The sub-zero temperatures cause the fat cells to die.  The cells are then absorbed and the flushed away by the body over the next few months leaving the patient sleeker. The average fat layer reduction of 20% was observed at two months after the procedure.

The introduction of this exciting procedure is a natural extension for Laserderm as we continue to offer our clients the latest in products and procedures. We are delighted to be the first company to have this treatment available for our clients and is definitely an option for patients who don’t want to go the liposuction route and is almost painless!  A single treatment is usually enough for each love handle but a larger beer belly or flaps under the arms might require two treatments

Each selected area takes approximately one hour and as this procedure is non-invasive, patients can return to normal activities immediately, the perfect treatment for a lunch-break!  The patient may feel a sensation of coldness at the beginning which passes and then the feeling of a firm tug and pull. Some patients experience redness, minor bruising, tingling, or numbness in the treated area, but this is temporary. Changes may be noticed as quickly as three weeks after treatment and will experience the most dramatic results after two months.

Pricing ranges from R7000 – R12000 per area but symmetrical treatments (i.e. love handles / inner thighs) are charged at R10 500.

Patient cannot be treated with the Zeltiq Coolsculpting if they have any of the following conditions:

  • Reynaud's disease
  • Pregnancy
  • Implanted medical device
  • Recent surgery in the treatment area
  • Umbilical or inguinal hernia
  • Cold sensitivities
  • Patients with Hepatitis C (cryoglobulins)

What to Expect During Your CoolSculpting Procedure

  • No general/topical anaesthesia or pain medication is needed
  • The applicator cup uses a strong vacuum pressure to draw tissue between the cooling panels
  • The client will feel a pulling sensation caused by the vacuum pressure in the area being treated and a cooling sensation in the procedure area as the fat cells begins to freeze
  • Clients can either sit or lie down during your procedure, depending on the area being treated
  • The procedure time per area treated is one hour, during which time you can read, listen to music or simply relax
  • Some clients experience a sharp but brief pain sensation immediately after the applicator is removed from the treated area.  This dissipates within minutes.

What to after the Procedure

  • Bruising and redness is normal
  • It is normal to experience the following sensations post treatment:
  • Stiffness / Minor swelling
  • Redness
  • Tenderness / Sensitivity / Discomfort
  • Itchiness
  • Dryness
  • Tingling – pins & needles                                                                                          
  • Abdominal cramping / soreness
  • A burning sensation
  • Numbness                                                           

These post procedure conditions are temporary and typically resolve within two weeks.  Typically post procedure discomfort can be successfully treated with medications. 

Recommendations post the Coolsculpting Procedure

In order to achieve optimum results, we strongly recommend the following:

  • Drink a minimum of 2 litres of water a day – this will assist with the ‘flushing’ out of the crystallized lipids in the fat cells
  • Lymphatic massage is also a great way to accelerate the process of removing the fat cells Alternatively, regular body brushing at home is another great way of stimulating the lymphatic system to naturally eliminate the fat cells
  • Exercise a minimum of 1 hour a week
  • It is extremely important for us to be able to monitor weight for the three months post the Coolsculpting procedure and therefore recommend the clients pop in to the clinic for a weigh in every 2 weeks. 

Am I a candidate for Coolsculpting?

  1. Are you within 10 to 15 pounds of your ideal body weight?
  2. Do you have noticeable bulges or bumps that you would like reduced?
  3. Do you want subtle, natural-looking results?
  4. Do you want a procedure with little to no pain or discomfort?
  5. Do you need a procedure with no downtime?
  6. Do you prefer a natural process over drugs, chemicals, or surgery?

If you answered yes to four or more of these questions, contact us to set up a consultation to discuss the procedure further.