Check out this great article about CoolSculpting, published in the American Society of Plastic Surgeons:
Liposuction has been the gold standard for removing unwanted, stubborn fat from your body. In recent years, technology has advanced and non-surgical options for ridding yourself of stubborn body fat have come to the forefront. The leader in non-surgical fat reduction has emerged, and it is known as CoolSculpting.
What is CoolSculpting?
CoolSculpting is a technique that uses controlled cooling to freeze and eliminate unwanted fat cells without surgery. It is FDA-cleared, safe, effective and is the world’s #1 non-invasive fat reduction procedure.
Who are the ideal candidates for the procedure?
The procedure is specially designed for those who have unwanted fat that resists diet and exercise. Good candidates have noticeable bulges in certain areas of concern such as belly, love handles, arms, thighs, as well as under the chin.
Lawrence Iteld, MD