When looking for ways to contour your body, you may have come across something called CoolSculpting.
CoolSculpting freezes any unwanted fat and it is then eliminated by the body over the next few months. But is it affordable?
How Does CoolSculpting Work?
A cold patch is applied to the skin with the help of a vacuum, and the fat cells are frozen. This procedure can take about 45 minutes and doesn’t involve any needles or scalpels. Some side effects include numbness, redness, and bruising.
You might need more than one treatment, but it is usually done within three months and your results will be permanent. There is little to no recovery tie, so you can drive yourself home after your treatments and return to your regular activities right away.
Who Is CoolSculpting For?
CoolSculpting is not a treatment for people looking for extreme weight loss. Instead, it is appropriate for helping remove small amounts of fat resistant to other weight loss attempts, such as diet and exercise.
People who have conditions, such as, cryoglobulinemia, cold agglutinin disease, and paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria (PCH), should not do this treatment because of the risk of severe complications.
Even if you don’t have these conditions, it’s important to talk with your doctor before seeking out the procedure.
What Are the Costs of CoolSculpting?
On average, a personalized plan can cost from $2000 to $4000. Small applicators cost around $750 per one-hour session. The largest applicator costs around $1500.
Smaller applicators are used for areas like the upper arms, while larger ones are used for areas like the abdomen. Since it’s considered an elective cosmetic procedure, CoolSculpting isn’t covered by insurance.
While DC Derm Docs doesn’t offer CoolSculpting, the comparatively safer and less expensive Emsculpt and SculpSure are offered, so call today at (202) 822-9591 to schedule a consultation to see if SculpSure is a better fit for you.