So you want to get rid of that extra stubborn fat via Coolsculpting, congrats! However, in your research you find that there are two main options:
Coolsculpting Elite
Coolsculpting Legacy
Some providers offer one, some offer both, but what’s the difference between the two? Do they vary in price? Are the results any different? And most importantly, which machine should you go with?
We outline the differences in usability, results, and pricing between the new Coolsculpting Elite and its predecessor, Coolsculpting Legacy.
First Off, What Is Traditional Coolsculpting?
Coolsculpting is a non-surgical fat-removing procedure that uses cold temperatures to freeze fat cells beneath the skin. Coolsculpting […]
Summer is a beautiful time of year to be outdoors, however with this comes increased sun exposure. UVA/UVB rays cause brown spots, melasma, wrinkles, texture irregularities, and red blotchy skin. What can we do to help repair the damage? Besides a high-quality skin care regimen at home, in office treatments are also necessary for improvement.
For a reduction of brown spots and broken blood vessels, the gold standard is BBL or IPL Photofacial. This is a light-based device with minimal downtime, meaning mild swelling, and a pink skin tone for 1-2 days. Brown spots initially turn a bit darker, similar to […]
Not Happy with Your Chin? Here are 4 Fixes
The solution for your chin depends on why you are not happy with it. Most patients are not satisfied with their chin because they have too much (a double chin) or too little (a weak chin). There are both non-surgical and surgical options to address each problem.
Double Chin
We offer multiple solutions for patients unhappy with the fullness or fat under the chin that does not go away with eating healthy and exercising regularly.
1. Kybella: Non-surgical treatment for a double chin
Kybella® is an FDA-approved injection to reduce fat around the chin and neck. […]
IS COOLSCULPTING SAFE?
The short answer is: YES!
We talked last year about the facts and benefits of Coolsculpting. However, Coolsculpt has made a recent splash in the news with ‘90s supermodel Linda Evangelista publicizing that the fat freezing procedure left her “brutally disfigured.” The New York Times article reports that Evangelista developed paradoxical adipose hyperplasia (PAH) after receiving seven treatments of Coolsculpt to the abdomen, flanks, back, inner thighs, and chin between 2015 and 2016.[1] The 50-million-dollar lawsuit alleged that she was not “adequately warned” of the risks.
QUICK FACTS:
Coolsculpt is the 4th most popular noninvasive cosmetic procedure in the U.S.[2]
Coolsculpt cools […]
Technology has made it a reality to achieve non-surgical fat reduction with the CoolSculpting treatment. Coolsculpting is a technology that safely and effectively reduces one’s fat by freezing the fat cells. It improves the contour of unsightly bulges of the body that are resistant to exercise and diet.
Facts About CoolSculpting
CoolSculpting can reduce fat by up to 22%
CoolSculpting does not require surgery or downtime
CoolSculpting is suitable for both men and women
CoolSculpting is a great alternative to liposuction
CoolSculpting is proven to be safe and effective
How the Coolsculpting Procedure Works
One of our certified Coolsculpting specialists will start by marking the treatment area with […]
A lot of patients wonder what the difference is between microdermabrasion and dermabrasion. The answer is the depth of the treatment and the amount of recovery involved. Another difference between dermabrasion and microdermabrasion is who can perform the treatment.
Microdermabrasion is typically performed in a medical spa setting by a trained aesthetician. Dermabrasion is a type of surgery and should only be performed by a highly trained and experienced surgeon. Learn more about the differences between the procedures so that you can decide which one is right for you.
What Happens During Dermabrasion
Before dermabrasion, your skin is washed and the surgeon will […]
While Queen Bey is never far from the spotlight, recently social media has been obsessed with Mrs. Knowles Carter and the images she has posted on Twitter and Instagram. The attention, however, has not been focused on her “baby bump” or her figure, but the changes in her face. Her lips have garnered much attention and have led some to suggest, even accuse, the diva of getting lip injections during pregnancy. So, has she?
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Photoaging refers to the damage that is done to the skin from prolonged exposure over a person’s lifetime to ultraviolet radiation from the sun. Many of the same changes in the skin that occur as we get older are greatly accelerated by sun exposure. Those who have fair skin, have difficulty tanning and burn easily, are at greater risk for photoaging. Smoking also speeds up the photo aging process. Signs of skin changes from photo aging include: (more…)
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Whether you have plans to wear a two-piece on the beach or want to be able to pull off a form-fitting dress at an upcoming event, you might long for a flatter stomach. The size of your abdominal area can vary throughout your life, and even from day to day, based on what you eat, how much you’re exercising, and whether you’ve lost a lot of weight or had children.
How you achieve a flatter stomach varies based on what’s causing your tummy trouble. It might be that a few quick diet fixes help to minimize bloating. If the issue stems […]
In the world of plastic surgery and cosmetic treatments, new treatment options are constantly being tested and brought to the market. Botox, for example, was a practically unheard of treatment in mainstream culture less than 15 years ago. Today, it’s one of the most popular anti-aging treatments out there. New products and treatments are introduced and approved by the FDA on a fairly regular basis. The injectables below were all recently approved by the FDA and are now available. (more…)
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