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Cryolipolysis: Myths & Facts About This Fat-Freezing Procedure

17 May 2019 by Judith Davidson

Evolutions in cosmetic medicine and technology have made way for some super-cool treatment possibilities. Fat cells can literally be frozen away through a procedure known as cryolipolysis, or coolsculpting. This highly advanced procedure targets fat cells and crystallizes them, and then they are naturally broken down and eliminated in the body. Even though the fat-freezing procedure has been around for a bit, there are a lot of myths about the procedure overall. If you are considering getting cryolipolysis done, it is important that you get the facts first. Take a look at some of the myths regarding cryolipolysis and the actual facts behind them. 

Myth: Cryolipolysis only works for women and not men. 

Fact: The procedure is actually effective for both men and women, as well as people of just about every age group. A lot of people assume that since men tend to have body fat that is a little denser in composition and different than fat cells of women, cryolipolysis might not work for the male population. However, the procedure targets fats cells of all different types, so it really does not matter if you are a male or a female. 

Myth: The procedure requires you to be put to sleep. 

Fact: Cryolipolysis is not an invasive procedure, and it does not require any form of surgery. You do not have to be put to sleep or have to have any other form of anesthesia. The procedure is done right in the doctor's office most of the time, so your appointment will be as easy as stopping in at the office for treatment. 

Myth:  Cryolipolysis is very painful. 

Fact: Cryolipolysis is definitely not a painful cosmetic procedure. You may feel some slight tingling and cold sensations in the area that is being treated, but you really should not feel any pain or discomfort. At most, you may feel some slight pulling or pinching, but this is hardly anything to complain about as far as pain is concerned. The equipment used targets the fat cells and crystallizes them through the skin without having to penetrate the skin. 

Myth: Cryolipolysis has a long recovery period. 

Fact: Most people who have the fat-freezing procedure done return to their normal activities right after their treatment is over with. You may have a little redness, swelling, or bruising at the treatment site, but you will not be limited in what you can do after the treatment. 

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