The innovative way to contour your body by freezing unwanted fat away with no surgery and little to no downtime!
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Trying to eliminate body fat that is resistant to traditional means of reduction can be incredibly difficult and frustrating, even with strict adherence to a fitness and nutrition program. Fortunately, there is an FDA-approved non-surgical treatment available that can help to reduce pockets of fat from typical “problem areas,” including the stomach, flanks/hips, thighs, and under the chin. CoolSculpting® is a revolutionary procedure that uses freezing temperatures to induce the body to break down and eliminate fat cells from the body. Dr. Jerome Liu and Dr. Tom Liu, our board-certified plastic surgeons in San Jose, offer this method for patients who are close to their ideal weight and desire a non-invasive approach to fat reduction.
For more information about CoolSculpting® treatments or to schedule a consultation with one of our physicians, please contact us today.
Why People Choose CoolSculpting®
While liposuction typically can provide excellent body contouring for qualified patients, not everyone is ready for a surgical procedure. CoolSculpting® is FDA approved and offers a non-invasive way to reduce pockets of fatty tissue on the stomach, hips/flanks, and thighs with little downtime, minimal discomfort, and gradual, natural looking results. CoolSculpting® focuses cold energy into the area of concern to spot reduce fat, a benefit exercise can’t claim. Furthermore, this process can be completed quickly, usually in about one hour per each “cycle” or treatment area. During the procedure, individuals can rest, relax, or work while reclining comfortably in our chairs.
- Safe
- Precise
- Controlled
- Effective
About CoolSculpting®
The innovative technology behind CoolSculpting® is a process called Cryolipolysis™, which destroys fat cells by freezing them. Because fat cells are more sensitive to cold temperatures than surrounding tissue, the technology is safe for surrounding tissue and minimizes patient discomfort and side effects. Once the fat cells have been broken down, the body can naturally eliminate the tissue through the normal metabolic processes. For many people, a single CoolSculpting® treatment can reduce fat by up to 20 percent in the treatment area. For many patients, this may be sufficient to provide the desired contour and outcome; however, individual results may vary, and some patients will require additional sessions for additional fat reduction or sculpting.
CoolSculpting® offers gradual results. Patients usually can begin to see improvement after approximately one month, with full benefits apparent after approximately two to four months. After this period, additional treatment sessions can be scheduled for more extensive fat reduction.
CoolSculpting technology uses controlled cooling to target and kill only these fat cells.
In the weeks to follow, your body naturally processes the fat and eliminates dead cells.
CoolSculpting results are long term,* because treated fat cells are gone.
Your CoolSculpting® Consultation
During your CoolSculpting® consultation, you will meet with one of our double-certified CoolSculpting® clinicians to discuss your body goals. Under the direction of our board-certified plastic surgeons, we will create a customized treatment plan for you. We use only the latest CoolSculpting® technology to accommodate every body type and deliver the highest efficacy possible in approximately half the time.
Liu Plastic Surgery is also one of the only practices in the Bay Area to offer DualSculpting®—which enables treatment of multiple areas during the same session—so our busy patients need not take an entire day off from their families or work. Relax in your own private room with a warm blanket and put on a movie during your treatment—or feel free to order from our VIP menu of HydraFacials®, skincare treatments, and complimentary snacks. With more than 7 million CoolSculpting treatments worldwide, people everywhere are getting a better view of themselves, thanks to the one-of-a-kind CoolSculpting® procedure.
DualSculpting®
For the convenience of our patients, Liu Plastic Surgery has invested in DualSculpting®, which utilizes two CoolSculpting® machines at once so individuals can be treated twice as fast. Our plastic surgeons are thrilled to be among the only providers in the Bay Area to offer DualSculpting®, ensuring San Jose patients are the first to receive the most advanced CoolSculpting® technology. DualSculpting® often allows us to treat two regions at the same time, shortening the length of your CoolSculpting® session if you wish to contour multiple areas. This is particularly beneficial if the arms, thighs, or flanks plan to be treated, as utilizing two machines can help ensure a symmetrical result on each side of the body. Generally speaking, the average person requires four to six “cycles,” or treatment zones. In many instances, total procedural time is cut in half simply by treating two zones simultaneously. For example, a typical flank and abdomen treatment with six “cycles” can be completed in three hours instead of six hours. Not only can this state-of-the-art technology help you return to your normal schedule in less time than a typical CoolSculpting® session, but DualSculpting® also usually allows our patients to actualize their desired body sculpting results faster than other techniques.
Two Machines to Freeze Fat Twice as Fast!
After 3 months, the results are amazing (& what I expected) and the level of care was excellent. I no longer have to wear tops that are too big for me and my bump has dramatically reduced! I am so thankful for the staff at Liu Plastic Surgery – thank you!
CoolSculpting® FAQ
Am I a good candidate for CoolSculpting®?
What areas can I treat with CoolSculpting®?
Am I a good candidate for CoolSculpting®?
CoolSculpting® is great solution for patients who want to reduce fat in typical problem areas. While it is not designed to be a weight loss solution, it does help contour the body by targeting specific areas of excess fat. A great candidate for the CoolSculpting® procedure is a patient who is within 30 lbs of their ideal weight. When considering a body contouring procedure, many patients prefer a non-invasive option with no downtime and long-lasting results, and CoolSculpting®technology allows patients to have that opportunity. At your consultation, the dedicated CoolSculpting® team at Liu Plastic Surgery will evaluate how the CoolSculpting® procedure can help you to achieve your goal!
What areas can I treat with CoolSculpting®?
CoolSculpting® technology allows patients to reduce fat in common problem areas. Patients often point to or pinch at these problem areas. The CoolSculpting® procedure is FDA-cleared for treating areas, such as the abdomen, flanks, inner and outer thighs, as well as underneath the chin. During the procedure, a designated applicator applies controlled cooling to help eliminate fat and contour the region. For the abdomen, flanks, and inner thighs, there are specialized handpieces that suction the pinchable fat and freeze the fat in a controlled environment. For the outer thighs, a specialized cooling plate is used to freeze the fat, which is often less pinchable in this location. The area under the chin requires a special “mini” applicator to freeze the fat with minimal suction.
