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CoolSculpting is a innovative body contouring treatment that is currently FDA-approved for permanent fat elimination from multiple areas of the body including the flanks, the abdomen, inner thighs, and the chin. Now, Zeltiq, the makers of Coolsculpting, have approval for areas that have long been considered tougher to target. “The back, bra bulge, and lower glutes/posterior leg are notoriously stubborn Continue reading
If you want to help eliminate problem areas that you’ve been struggling with for a long time, then you need to consider CoolSculpting. This procedure is not only FDA approved, but also an effective way of treating those problems areas that aren’t affected by diet and exercise. “We are really seeing this as an alternative to surgical procedures like liposuction, Continue reading
Though we’re still in the early stages of research, an important question is beginning to be resolved: can weight loss help psoriasis? And thus far, it appears that the answer is yes! A recent study in San Francisco has shown that patients who suffered from psoriasis before their bariatric surgery have shown improvement of their symptoms post-op. Considering how common Continue reading
Like other physicians, dermatologists rely on medical history and physical exam to diagnose a patient’s skin condition. When a patient’s skin problem isn’t straightforward, an additional work up is required. “Acne, eczema, psoriasis are all pretty common conditions,” says Dr. Adam Mamelak, board certified dermatologist in Austin, Texas. “However, in cases where a patient’s rash has an unusual distribution, where Continue reading
The double chin has become a major cosmetic concern for patients. “Submental fullness, or the bulge that accumulates under the chin can be frustrating,” says Dr. Miriam Hanson, board certified dermatologist and cosmetic expert at Sanova Dermatology. “No matter what your weight, no matter how much dieting, these anatomic fat pads on the neck don’t seem to budge.” Previously, patients Continue reading
With Body Contouring procedures like Emsculpt Neo, Kybella and CoolSculpting becoming so popular, it can be a bit difficult to understand how exactly these treatments re-contour the body. What Is Body Contouring? Procedures like CoolSculpting are use to treat targeted areas of fat. “This technique will destroy around 20-30% of the fat cells in the treated area,” notes Dr. Hanson. Continue reading
Coolsculpting is a noninvasive technique that involves subjecting fat cells to a cooling process. The cooling breaks down the fat cells, which are them eliminated from the body, rendering them gone forever. Coolsculpting has been used to deal with belly fat, love handles, and bulges in the thighs. A new device, called the New Coolsculpting “CoolMini”, has recently been approved Continue reading
Kybella, or deoxycholic acid, is a new fat-dissolving, injectable drug used to treat double chin. “Kybella was introduced in the United States this past summer,” says Dr. Adam Mamelak, board certified dermatologist and cosmetic specialist in Austin, Texas. Currently, the gold standard for this procedure is liposuction. Will this new trend stand the test of time and replace liposuction as Continue reading
CoolSculpting is a relatively new medical body sculpting procedure that targets and eliminates body fat, just like Emsculpt. Its distinguishing factor compared to liposuction is that it is non-invasive, which significantly lowers health risks and eliminates any scarring. CoolSculpting works by freezing fat cells, which then die and are naturally secreted from the body via the bloodstream. It works because fat Continue reading
