Can Men Get CoolSculpting?

Posted on August 29th, 2019 in Body Treatment, CoolSculpting

Cosmetic treatments such as fat reduction and body contouring have long been popular with women, while men are seemingly out of the picture. But more men are turning to cosmetic treatments to obtain their ideal look. Whether you wish to eliminate stubborn fat, enhance your body shape, or merely feel comfortable in your clothes, CoolSculpting could be a great option for you. The procedure helps to destroy fat cells from different areas of your body like the abdomen, thighs, chin, flanks, or upper arms.

What is the CoolSculpting procedure?

CoolSculpting is a noninvasive procedure for fat reduction and a revolutionary method of body contouring. The treatment freezes away unwanted fat from specific areas of your body. There is no surgery or downtime involved in the procedure. More than 5 million CoolSculpting treatments have been performed globally and it is helping people view themselves differently.

How does it work?

During your CoolSculpting procedure, controlled cooling will be delivered to target the fat cells under your skin. These frozen fat cells are then destroyed, and your body will naturally process these cells and eliminate them.

Most of us suffer from stubborn fat in certain areas which do not budge even when we exercise and diet regularly. Only your fat cells will be destroyed, and the treatment does not harm any other tissue, cells, or nerves in your body. In the weeks following your treatment, these dead cells will be eliminated naturally, and these will be gone permanently. This then leads to men having reduced fat and improved body contours.

What happens to your fat cells after CoolSculpting?

When you undergo the CoolSculpting procedure, it can reduce the number of fat cells in the treatment area by about 27 percent within 6 months. The destroyed fat cells will be eliminated from your body through its natural processes and not migrate to other areas. This means that there will be no change in the fat cells in any of the untreated areas.

What can you expect from your CoolSculpting consultation?

During your initial consultation, MDSkin’s trained, CoolSculpting specialists will talk with you to understand your concerns and aesthetic goals. We will look at your body from various angles to know which specific areas can be targeted for eliminating fat.

We understand that men have different goals than women and each patient desires something different. This is why we ensure that our CoolSculpting procedure is tailor-made to your specific requirements. In some cases, it may only take one session to help you achieve your goals. Our specialists have the option of using different applicators in order to design the most effective treatment plan for you.

For some of our male patients, we may need to develop a CoolSculpting plan with more than one session. During your consultation, the areas that can be treated with CoolSculpting and the number of treatments you will require for achieving your desired results will be discussed.

Talk to a CoolSculpting specialist at MDSkin Lounge today!

There are two types of fat, here’s how to deal with both

Posted on May 3rd, 2019 in Body Treatment, CoolSculpting

Whenever we think of body fat, the immediate thought is generally how to get rid of it. There are some rules to eliminating the fat, like eating right and exercising but this fat elimination does not consider what type of fat you are trying to remove. An important thing to know is that there are two kinds of fat. The two kinds are subcutaneous fat and visceral fat.

How does visceral fat differ from subcutaneous fat?

Even though both visceral and subcutaneous are kinds of fat, they differ on a cellular level. They are also found in different parts of the body. Visceral fat is found around the internal body organs like your liver. This means that you cannot see visceral fat from the outside but a hard beer belly, for instance, shows that you have an unhealthy amount of visceral fat. Even those people who look thin can have an unhealthy level of visceral fat on the inside. In order to check for visceral fat, you will need a doctor who uses a special bioimpedance scale. This device sends a low and painless current through your body to measure your body mass. It is calculated by comparing the rate of travel (of this current) to your height and other measurements.

The subcutaneous fat is far less complicated. This is the fat right under your skin and can be seen with the naked eye. It is soft and rubbery and can accumulate anywhere on your body. The easiest way to distinguish between these two kinds of fat is by pinching it. The subcutaneous fat is pinchable.

Which kind of fat is worse?

Both of these fats have their own challenges. Visceral fat is, however, considered to be more harmful since it can lead to metabolic syndrome and type II diabetes. There is a part of the visceral fat cells, the endoplasmic reticulum, which releases inflammatory markers and this leads to metabolic concerns. So even though your visceral fat may not lead to back rolls and muffin tops, it could lead to more serious health problems.

The subcutaneous fat is visible but it does not have a similarly dangerous cellular makeup. A healthy amount of this fat is even required to stay warm. Small amounts of the subcutaneous fat also protect the body from an injury. When you consume more calories than what your body requires, the excessive fat is stored in the fat cells to be used later. This acts as the body’s fuel reserve and is used when you run low on caloric energy. This means that a healthy amount of subcutaneous fat is actually healthy for your body.

How can you eliminate both visceral and subcutaneous fat?

If you have an unhealthy amount of visceral fat, you must change your eating habits to get rid of it. In addition to exercise, only diet and avoiding certain kinds of foods can change the amount of visceral fat in your body.

When you are dealing with subcutaneous fat, there are many more options available to you. Regular exercising and dieting can help reduce the overall fat content. However, there are always certain areas of stubborn fat deposits that do not respond well to diet and exercise. In such cases, you can turn to body sculpting procedures such as CoolSculpting.

What is CoolSculpting?

CoolSculpting is a noninvasive fat freezing treatment that reduces stubborn fat from certain body areas like the abdomen, thighs, flank, upper arms, back, and buttocks. The procedure freezes the fat cells in the treated area. During your procedure, an applicator is used to suction the skin and then a targeted blast of cold is delivered to it.

Who is a good candidate for CoolSculpting?

You must understand that this is not a weight loss option but a targeted fat cell reduction treatment for those who are near their ideal weights and are only struggling with a few areas of stubborn fat. You must have an active lifestyle and want to eliminate fat that is resistant to healthy eating and exercise.

CoolSculpting does not reduce visceral fat either. If you are struggling with both visceral and subcutaneous fat, you must first lose weight using diet, exercise, medication or surgery. Once you have lost most of the fat, CoolSculpting can then help rid you of the subcutaneous pockets of fat and offer you slimmer contours.

The Difference Between a CoolSculpting Cycle and Treatment

Posted on January 17th, 2019 in Body Treatment, CoolSculpting

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Are you tired of dealing with stubborn pockets of fat, no matter how much you exercise? If this sounds like you, you may be a good candidate for CoolSculpting! Read on to learn more about this treatment and its process regarding cycles and treatments.

What is CoolSculpting?

CoolSculpting is a permanent solution to stubborn fat. It uses controlled cooling technology to target and freeze stubborn fat cells, eliminating them for good. However, what many patients get confused about regarding CoolSculpting is the difference between a cycle and a treatment.

When it comes to the difference between these two terms, cycles consist of one specific treatment area. For example, if you are treating your arms, your right arm will be one cycle and your left arm will be another cycle, and that is considered one treatment. Then, a month later, you would come in for your second treatment which, again, consists of those two cycles.

CoolSculpting can be used in many areas of the body including a double chin, upper arms, abdomen, flanks, and inner and outer thighs. This means that the number of cycles that make up your treatment will be unique.

Is there Downtime Involved?

Because CoolSculpting is completely nonsurgical and there are no incisions or stitches involved, there is no downtime required after your treatment. While some patients may feel some soreness or tingling in the treatment area(s), this is normal and will lessen over time.

If you are interested in learning more about CoolSculpting at MDSkin Lounge, contact our Scottsdale office today to schedule a consultation appointment!

Slim Down for the Holidays with CoolSculpting

Posted on October 2nd, 2017 in Body Treatment, CoolSculpting

It is officially autumn, which means the holiday season is right around the corner! However, many people may have noticed that they have gained some stubborn weight over the last few months due to summer vacations, BBQs, and summer get-togethers. CoolSculpting can help to eliminate stubborn areas of fat without surgery, so you can look and feel your best this holiday season.

What is Treatment Like?

Because the CoolSculpting treatment is nonsurgical and does not involve incisions, stitches, or scars, no anesthesia is required. During your treatment, a gel pad and applicator will be placed on the targeted area. This applicator delivers controlled cooling to the treatment areas to freeze and kill fat cells. Once fat cells are frozen and die, they are naturally eliminated from the body over time.

During treatment, patients will feel an intense cold sensation and then the treatment area will go numb, so there is virtually no discomfort during the procedure. CoolSculpting is also a very versatile treatment, and can treat many areas of the body, including the double chin, upper arms, flanks, abdomen, and inner and outer thighs for a slimmer you!

What are the Benefits?

Many individuals who are looking to eliminate fatty areas of their body without going under the knife choose CoolSculpting treatments. There is also no downtime required following CoolSculpting, so you can return to your everyday activities as soon as you feel comfortable! No needles, no sutures, no downtime- just a slimmer you!

If you are interested in learning more about CoolSculpting treatment in the Scottsdale area, contact MDSkin The Lounge today to schedule a consultation.