CoolSculpting® vs Laser Lipo: Which Is Best?
Even if you lead a healthy lifestyle, your body most likely still has a few areas where it refuses to give up its fat. These stubborn areas can keep you from achieving your aesthetic goals. At Rejuve Med-Spa, we offer non-surgical CoolSculpting® and minimally invasive VASERlipo™ laser lipo to help you sculpt these resistant spots.
What are CoolSculpting® and Laser Lipo?
CoolSculpting® and laser lipo are two forms of body contouring. They are used to remove fat from targeted areas of your body to help you achieve your desired figure.
CoolSculpting® works using cryolipolysis, a procedure that freezes fat cells at a temperature safe for skin and other tissues. Your body then removes the treated fat cells without incisions. Laser lipo uses small incisions to insert a thin tool called a cannula, then break up and suction out fat cells using ultrasound energy.
*Individual Results May Vary
CoolSculpting® vs Laser Lipo: Which Is Best?
Deciding which body contouring treatment will work best for you requires a consultation and in-depth discussion of your goals and concerns.
Which Areas Can They Treat?
CoolSculpting® and laser lipo can be used to treat most of the same areas, including:
- Abdomen
- Inner and outer thighs
- Back or bra fat
- Upper arms
- Under the chin
- Waist and flanks
In general, you can have either treatment to address the same problem spots.
How Much Downtime Do They Require?
Because CoolSculpting® is non-invasive, there is no downtime, and you can return to your usual routine immediately. Your skin may look red or feel tingly or numb for up to a few days, but this should not limit your activities. People who do not have time to miss a single activity may benefit most from CoolSculpting®.
Laser lipo is much gentler than traditional liposuction, allowing most people to return to work and light activities within a day or two. You can usually resume all your normal activities, including your exercise routine, after about two weeks. Those who can tolerate a bit of recovery time may see better results with laser lipo.
Request a Consultation
We’d love to help you get all the information you need in order to make the best choice for you. Request a consultation today! Our staff is available and happy to answer your every question.
How Quickly Do They Work?
Since CoolSculpting® relies on your lymphatic system to remove treated fat cells, its results can take up to three months to develop. Most people only need one session, but you may need an additional one. Your laser lipo results are visible immediately, although they will evolve over several weeks as the swelling goes away.
What Results Will I See?
CoolSculpting® and laser lipo both remove unwanted fat cells, although they use different methods. Your body has a limited number of these and will not grow new ones, so your results can last a lifetime if you maintain a stable weight.
Take the Next Step
Want to know more about Coolsculpting® or laser lipo? Please fill out the form on this page to request an in-person consultation, and one of our knowledgeable medical staff members at Rejuve Med Spa will contact you to schedule an appointment. You can also call (972) 265-1590 to schedule your appointment.
