CoolSculpting® / SculpSure® - Patients ask, Dr. Ringpfeil answers
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Philadelphia and Mainline Center of Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery
CoolSculpting
Coolsculpting is a revolutionary treatment that uses very cold temperatures to destroy fat beneath the skin. It is a safe, non-invasive treatment that requires no downtime afterward. Effective results coupled with a no-hassle procedure have helped CoolSculpting become one of the most popular body contouring treatments available today.
Our body contouring center also offers SculpSure® as well as minimally invasive laser and power-assisted liposuction. Unlike many other practices, we have surgeons with over 12 years of experience in non-invasive body contouring. As one of the largest body contouring centers in the area, we have the knowledge, experience, and technology to help you get back your younger and more athletic body.
Not sure which of Coolsculpting® or SculpSure® is better for you?
.... we carry both. We will help you choose
Treatment Areas
CoolSculpting is used to treat excess fat on many different parts of the body, including:
- Abdomen
- Flanks or love handles
- Back
- Thighs
- Under the chin
How CoolSculpting Works
CoolSculpting uses a technology called CryolipolysisTM to safely kill unwanted fat cells in areas where fat has accumulated. A CoolSculpting session lasts about 2 hours and does not require any anesthesia. At the beginning of the session, our doctor positions the cooling applicator above the targeted area. The skin is then drawn into the applicator and the cooling process begins. During the treatment, it’s normal to feel a cold sensation, but most people do not find it painful or uncomfortable.
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Ringpfeil Body Contouring Center
- Experience
- Knowledge
- Technology
- Better results
- Competitive Pricing
Recovery
There is no downtime required after CoolSculpting. Patients may experience some redness, bruising, and sensitivity in the treatment area, but this should not restrict them from resuming normal activities.
Results
In the weeks following the procedure, your body will naturally eliminate the destroyed fat cells, which reduces the thickness of the fat layer in the targeted area. Most patients begin to see results in just three weeks, with the most dramatic results seen after two months. Fat will continue to be flushed from the body for up to four months. As the fat disappears, you will see the new contour of your body. Additional treatments can be performed until the desired result is achieved.
Candidates
CoolSculpting is a body contouring treatment that is appropriate for individuals with isolated areas of fat who are close to their ideal body weight. CoolSculpting should not be used for weight loss or as a treatment for obesity. At Ringpfeil Advanced Dermatology we are one of the few offices in Philadelphia to offer both Coolsculpting and SculpSure. Both devices offer their own share of pros and cons and our expertly trained team of board-certified doctors can share their expertise to decide the best treatment plan for you. Our doctor takes the time to ensure that her patients understand what can be achieved with CoolSculpting so they will have realistic expectations for the treatment.
Learn More About CoolSculpting
If you’re ready to shape your ideal body, we encourage you to meet with our dermatologic surgeon to discuss your goals. CoolSculpting can help you get the body of your dreams without undergoing surgery. To learn more and set up an initial consultation, please contact our Philadelphia office today.
How long is recovery?
There is not usually any recovery time. The most common side effects are a little achiness for a couple of days resembling sore muscles after work put or a slight bruise for a few days. There should be no other downtime.
Cardiac problems are said to increase if waist size is over 35 inches in women. If waist is 41 Sculpsure is done does that lessen the cardiac risk?
The amount of peripheral fat does not correlate with cardiac risk. Cardiac risk is associated with the amount of visceral (internal) fat. For example, Sumo wrestlers who carry an enormous amount of peripheral fat. They train 7 hours a day and have no visceral fat. They are not at risk of cardiac disease at the heights of their careers. SculpSure only treats the peripheral fat.
Is SculpSure safe for me to undergo if I have Fibromyalgia? Are you able to do it around the knees? I am 69 yrs. old.
SculpSure is not contraindicated with fibromyalgia but we do not recommend it. SculpSure itself can cause some discomfort and it is unnecessary to potentiate pre-existing pain.
I have a large amount of fat I would like to get rid of. My BMI is about 43,is there a restriction?
Procedures like SculpSure and liposuction are suitable for body contouring. They do not help with weight loss or getting rid of large amounts of fat. You might want to discuss dietary intervention or bariatric surgery with your internist or family doctor. If large amounts of fat are located on the abdomen, a tummy tuck might be considered, too. For that you might meet with a plasttic surgeon
If you do not get approved for care credit, is there any way that you can still arrange for a payment plan as a current patient?
You may contact our office manager about an individual payment plan.
Is there an age limit for Scuptsure? I am a very active 70 yr old and and have had a tummy tuck 38 yrs ago. I also had some lipo in that area about 30 yrs ago. All was well but with age and of course not such a strict diet anymore, it has returned. With a vengence I might add. Does my age hinder me from this procedure?
Age is not a disqualifier to SculpSure treatment as long as your BMI is below 30.
Do you offer any appointments for SculpSure in your Philadelphia office? I think I know the answer but is the first appointment a free consultation?
We perform complimentary SculpSure consultations in the Philadelphia and the Haverford office. The treatment is currently only offered at the Haverford office.
Do you offer a free in office consultation in your Philadelphia location.?
Cosmetic consultation with our aestheticians are complimentary both in the Philadelphia as well as in the Haverford office. Cosmetic consultations with Dres Bird, Saedi or Ringpfeil incur a fee as do medical consultations with all of our dermatologists.
Can a type 1 diabetic undergo sculpture?
Yes, Sculpsure treatments are not contraindicated in type 1 diabetes.
Are payment plans available?
We work with Care Credit. This is a very simple way to create a payment plan. Please call the office and ask our patient care coordinators about this.