Is CoolSculpting Safe?

CoolSculpting
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Raquel Gay
December 28, 2023

One of the most common questions we receive is; “Is CoolSculpting Safe?”. This method of fat reduction is a very low-risk treatment. However, it’s important to be aware of potential side effects. 

CoolSculpting is very safe, in fact, CoolSculpting is one of the safest ways to remove fat from the body. Adverse side effects from the treatment are down to an extremely low percentage of 0.0051%. Along the lines of safety, recovering from a CoolSculpting treatment here at iThriveBeauty in La Jolla is a much easier and quicker recovery process than a fat removal surgery would be.

CoolSculpting technician consulting a patient on this non-invasive ft reduction treatment in La Jolla

What Makes CoolSculpting Safe?

Yes, CoolSculpting is safe! CoolSculpting Elite is  FDA-cleared for the treatment of visible fat bulges, helping you achieve your desired “slimmed down” look.

When used as directed, CoolSculpting is a safe and effective treatment. There are over 100 peer-reviewed articles on the safety and efficacy of CoolSculpting. In addition, based on a recent clinical study, 9 out of 10 patients were satisfied with their treatment, and 9 out of 10 patients would recommend CoolSculpting to a friend or family member. There have been over 11 million CoolSculpting treatments performed worldwide.

CoolSculpting Is Non-Invasive.

CoolSculpting has been used by doctors since 2009 and is the #1 non-invasive fat reduction treatment. 

CoolSculpting is non-invasive, meaning it is designed to help you achieve your desired body contouring goals with no surgery and little to no downtime.

Clinical Studies on CoolSculpting:

In 2015, a study found that of 1,445 people treated with CoolSculpting, only 12 individuals (less than 1%) experienced any form of complication. The most common complication reported was the loss of sensation in the treatment area.

Another survey done in 2015 stated that in 363,912 CoolSculpting treatments, no instances of major complications like scarring, bleeding, or pigmentation were found

Side Effects Of CoolSculpting:

These side effects typically resolve on their own within a day or two of treatment. More severe complications like skin ulcers or scarring are extremely rare.

  • Redness
  • Swelling
  • Bruising
  • Feelings of tenderness, tingling, or numbness
  • Heightened skin sensitivity
  • Temporary loss of sensation
  • Localized pain

CoolSculpting Is Not For Everyone

These procedures are not for everyone. *You should not be treated with CoolSculpting Elite if you suffer from cryoglobulinemia, cold agglutinin disease, or paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria.*

If you are not sure if you are a good candidate for this treatment, book a free consultation with our CoolSculpting team. 

Chat with our CoolSculpting experts to see if this treatment is right for you.

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