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Nonsurgical Fat Removal With CoolSculpting BY CHARLES A. MESSA, III, M.D., F.A.C.S. he number one over. Over the next several weeks to months the cosmetic surgi- treatment area shows a reduction in subcutanecal procedure ous fat and improved contour. in the United States We are now offering the most advanced in 2016 was liposuctechniques in CoolSculpting and CoolSmooth tion, with just over techniques to ensure our patients receive the 400,000 liposuction best positive treatments for body contouring. procedures performed last year in n Dr. Messa is board certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of the United States according to statistics Surgery, an active member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American Society of Plastic from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. With an emphasis on nutrition, exercise, Surgeons, and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is a recognized expert in cosmetic plastic and leading a healthy lifestyle to look and feel better, there comes a time when despite diet and exercise unwanted localized fat deposits don’t go away. For many patients, removal of these pockets of subcutaneous fat through liposuction is the best option. However, there are cases when a person is not a candidate for surgical fat removal. The reason for not undergoing surgery may be multifactorial. There may be a medical contraindication or another personal reason why an individual would rather have a noninvasive approach to improving their body contour. Today there are several nonsurgical fat removal options. The majority of which have only shown minimal or no benefit in controlled experimental studies with the exception of Cryolipolysis. The removal of fat by application of localized “freezing” technique is how CoolSculpting works. By no means is this technique equal in efficacy or outcome to liposuction, but it can be an effective method to reduce localized fat deposits for certain individuals. Based upon evidence of safe and effective body contouring clinical studies in humans, Cryolipolysis (CoolSculpting) received FDA clearance for fat reduction in the flanks in 2010, then for the abdomen in 2012. Recent studies have shown benefit in treatment of the lateral thighs, arms, inner thighs, bra fat area, and double chin with evidence of skin tightening in the neck region. Eighty-six percent of the patients treated noticed a visible fat reduction and with 90% satisfaction with the treatment. There are several vacuum cup applicators available now including the standard contoured cup, CoolCore, and the flat cup, CoolFit, applicator. The applicator is placed over the region of localized fat excess; the fat is treated with a vacuum assisted device which delivers cold to the subcutaneous fat destroying the fat cells which are metabolized by the body and eliminated naturally. Some patients experience redness, minor bruising, tingling, numbness or discomfort in the treated areas, but this is temporary and will resolve completely. Often times, patients return to work immediately after their CoolSculpting session is
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surgery and has achieved Allergan’s Black Diamond Award as one of the top 1% of plastic surgery practices in the country by volume. Dr. Messa has also achieved Chairman status with Medicis and Mentor Corporation. This award honors distinguished leaders in cosmetic surgery for demonstrating expertise and excellence through a high volume of aesthetic product procedures. The certification is awarded to leaders in the field of medical aesthetics and demonstrates their commitment to innovation, excellence, and the highest level of patient care.
To schedule your consultation with Dr. Messa, please call our office at (954) 659-7760.
