Even though the popular fat-freezing treatment was first FDA-cleared in 2010, many patients still ask, “is CoolSculpting safe?” Do not worry because the simple answer is “yes”.
Years ago, Harvard scientists Dieter Manstein, MD and R. Rox Anderson, MD observed that some children who ate popsicles developed dimples in their cheeks. This exact observation led to the idea of targeting fat cells with cold temperatures can freeze and eliminate fat cells without damaging the skin nor surrounding tissue. Thanks to popsicles, the Harvard scientists discovered Cryolipolysis® – which is the proven science behind CoolSculpting technology.
Many doctors are CoolSculpting advocates and support the non-invasive procedure. Take a look at Dr. Roth – a board certified surgeon by both the American Society of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery – he recommends CoolSculpting to friends and family, even his 79 year old father.
CoolSculpting and FDA History
CoolSculpting is not only the most popular non-invasive fat-reduction treatment, but it is also the only procedure using fat-freezing technology that is FDA-cleared. Currently, there are eight different treatment areas cleared by the FDA, and Dr. Roth’s father was able to experience one of them – the love handles, also known as flanks or muffin top, which was the first area cleared back in 2010.
Shortly after, in 2012 a very popular area most people struggle with was cleared as well: the abdomen. Commonly known as belly fat, pot belly, or post-baby bulge.
CoolSculpting did not want to stop at only two FDA-cleared areas, so in 2014 treatment for the thighs was cleared and made readily available to patients. CoolSculpting practitioners are able to treat inner and outer thighs, meaning reaching your summer body goals is now easier and faster.
Not too long ago, in 2015 CoolSculpting gave patients the opportunity to safely eliminate fat under the chin (also known as the double chin and submental fat) thanks to the FDA.
Finally, in 2016 CoolSculpting simultaneously introduced three FDA-cleared areas for small areas of fat; the back, bra area, and underneath the buttocks commonly known as the banana roll. CoolSculpting has received plenty of love from patients, doctors, and the fat-reduction community for offering a variety of treatment options to suit clients needs and concerns. Also, adding their most recent clearance for treatment of fat on the upper-arms is another reason why CoolSculpting is the safest and most innovative fat-reduction procedure available.
So, is CoolSculpting safe for me?
Although everyone is different, we let the numbers speak for themselves. Over 6 million CoolSculpting treatments have been successfully performed. With millions of completed treatments in mind and in addition to clearance by the FDA, the advanced technology used in CoolSculpting procedures have been tested, analyzed, and observed in over 100 clinical publications; it is safe to say that you are in good hands with a certified CoolSculpting technician.
To find out if you are the right candidate for the most reliable fat-reduction treatment, contact the Body Sculpting Spa to schedule a FREE consultation with our certified technician and start your treatment plan TODAY.