CoolSculpting® in Oakville, Ontario
Achieve your body contouring goals with CoolSculpting® at Oakville Skin. This non-invasive fat reduction treatment targets stubborn fat cells, providing a slimmer and more sculpted appearance. This is not a weight loss procedure. Instead, it’s perfect for those seeking to enhance their body shape without surgery. Our team is here to help you achieve the results you’re working towards!
Oakville Skin, a leader in body contouring treatments, proudly services the Greater Toronto Area from our Oakville location. Under the expert guidance of Dr. Sheetal Sapra, our CoolSculpting® treatments are designed to deliver effective and lasting results.
What Is CoolSculpting® and How Does It Work?
So, what is CoolSculpting®? This advanced fat reduction procedure allows you to eliminate stubborn pockets of fat from your body. Using fat freezing technology, CoolSculpting freezes the fat cells underneath your skin to destroy them. CoolSculpting®’s fat freezing technology is remarkable not just because it allows for a comfortable treatment, but because it can also target fat at a temperature that affects only fat and none of the surrounding tissue. Once the fat has been crystallized and targeted, it’s naturally flushed from the body.
The Science Behind CoolSculpting®: Cryolipolysis
CoolSculpting® works through cryolipolysis, which cools the targeted area. This technology induces apoptosis, also called programmed cell death, destroying only the fat cells and leaving the surrounding skin, nerves, and muscle tissues intact. Once frozen, the fat cells die and never return, and the body naturally eliminates them over time.
The CoolSculpting® Procedure Explained
The CoolSculpting® procedure is straightforward, with little to no downtime. It’s performed using a gel pad and applicator that isolates and cools the targeted area for about 35 to 60 minutes. Patients may feel intense cold initially, followed by mild tingling, stinging, or numbness. Most patients can relax, read, or scroll through their phones during the fat freezing procedure, with minimal discomfort.
Who Is a Good Candidate for CoolSculpting®?
This non-surgical contouring option isn’t designed for weight loss. It’s for people who wish to reshape areas that won’t budge despite a healthy diet and regular exercise. The treatment is popular among those who are close to their target weight and looking for a non-surgical way to reduce localized fat pockets. It can help reshape areas that don’t respond to diet and exercise.
Ideal Candidates for Fat Freezing
The best candidates for a fat freezing treatment are:
- Within 10 to 20 pounds of their goal weight
- Living a healthy, active lifestyle
- Looking to contour, not lose weight
- Frustrated with stubborn areas like the abdomen, thighs, buttocks, or love handles
Understanding BMI and CoolSculpting®
There are no strict CoolSculpting® BMI requirements, but patients with a BMI of 30 or less tend to have the best results. Those with a higher BMI may still benefit, especially if they incorporate lifestyle changes or other therapies into the treatment. Our team can assess your goals during your initial consultation and recommend the best course of treatment.
CoolSculpting® vs. Visceral Fat
CoolSculpting® targets subcutaneous fat, the “pinchable” kind just beneath the skin, not visceral fat, which accumulates around organs. While the procedure can freeze belly fat, it won’t reach internal fat linked to an increased risk of chronic diseases and other health concerns. A physical exam and discussion of your goals and medical history will help determine whether this fat-freezing procedure is appropriate for your body composition.
What to Expect
PROCEDURE TIME
A typical treatment takes 30–60 minutes.
DOES IT HURT?
Most patients often feel a cooling sensation followed by mild pressure as the applicator is applied.
RECOVERY TIME
After treatment, you can return to normal activities immediately, though some temporary redness, swelling, or tenderness may occur.
How Much Is CoolSculpting?
Pricing varies depending on the number of areas treated and the size of each area (which also influences the size of handpiece used). We also have discounts available when treating multiple areas.
At Oakville Skin, treatments start at $805 ea, when using a small handpiece. For a personalized quote based on your goals and budget, kindly book a consultation with our team.
Areas Treatable With CoolSculpting®
We all have those so-called “problem areas,” those irregular bumps and lumps on the body that ruin what would otherwise be a healthy-looking figure. CoolSculpting® can work on the belly, the hips, thighs, back, flanks, knees, arms, and wherever else you have stubborn pockets of fat. With CoolSculpting®, you can finally target these areas for a permanently smooth and contoured body. You heard us right: With CoolSculpting®, your results will be permanent.
Abdomen and Flanks (Love Handles)
The midsection is one of the most requested areas. CoolSculpting® love handles and lower belly fat is a popular choice for patients seeking a slimmer waistline. It’s also an excellent option for postpartum contouring.
Thighs and Arms
Whether CoolSculpting® arms or fat freezing thighs, the procedure can reshape multiple areas. CoolSculpting® can contour the inner and outer thighs and reduce fat in the upper arms, making shorts, dresses, skirts, and sleeveless clothing more comfortable and flattering.
Other Treatable Areas: Back Fat, Under Butt, Bra Line
Additional treatment options include CoolSculpting® back fat, under the buttocks (“banana rolls”), and upper back areas where bra bulges may occur.
After what seems like millions of burpees and crunches, the last thing you need is another painful hour spent in the hopes of a better body. Not to fear, the magic of having a non-surgical procedure is that it can rid you of those pesky fat deposits without ever needing to make a painful cut or suture. Remarkably, even for a non-surgical procedure, many patients have reported CoolSculpting® treatment as an incredibly comfortable procedure.
What To Expect During and After Your CoolSculpting® Treatment
Sensations During the Procedure
While the CoolSculpting® treatment works on your body, all you’ll be able to feel is some mild tugging and a nice cooling sensation. These sensations typically subside quickly as the area numbs. Most say the experience is tolerable, and some even nap through it! This cold sculpting method is well-tolerated with no anesthesia required, as it’s a non-invasive procedure.
Common Side Effects
Mild swelling, redness, and numbness in the treated area are common. These effects typically resolve within a few days.
Potential Rare Side Effects
In extremely rare cases, paradoxical hyperplasia may occur. This is a condition where treated fat cells enlarge instead of shrinking. While that’s uncommon, it’s important to work with experienced providers like our Oakville Skin team to minimize risk and ensure the best outcomes.
CoolSculpting® Results and Effectiveness
Patients often ask: Does CoolSculpting® really work? The answer is yes! The FDA and Health Canada cleared body contouring method is well-studied and considered a safe and effective non-surgical fat reduction method.
How Effective Is CoolSculpting® for Fat Loss?
Research shows that fat freezing can reduce subcutaneous fat by up to 25% after a single session. Patients continue to see visible improvements after multiple sessions and over the weeks and months that follow. Plus, there’s no surgery, incisions, or recovery time involved, making it easy to fit into a busy lifestyle.
When To Expect Final Results
Initial results may appear after three weeks. You can expect to see full results within two to three months. CoolSculpting® results continue to improve as the body flushes out the destroyed fat cells.
How Long Do CoolSculpting® Results Last?
You may be wondering: How long does CoolSculpting® last? Once fat cells are gone, they’re gone for good! Maintaining a healthy diet and exercise regimen is key, however. If you gain weight after CoolSculpting®, the remaining fat cells elsewhere in your body may grow.
Can You Speed Up CoolSculpting® Results?
Remaining active, massaging the treated area, and staying well-hydrated may support lymphatic drainage and help speed up CoolSculpting® results. However, there’s no proven shortcut. Trust the process; staying consistent and patient will yield beautiful outcomes.
CoolSculpting® vs. Other Fat Reduction Treatments
With so many available fat sculpting options, it’s natural to wonder how the technology compares. Here’s a look at some alternatives you may encounter as you research body contouring procedures.
CoolSculpting® Alternatives
Alternatives include laser fat removal, radiofrequency treatments, and non-surgical liposuction in Toronto. While many of these treatments are effective, CoolSculpting® is unique in its use of cryolipolysis. It’s ideal for those seeking a non-thermal, needle-free approach with little to no downtime. While it is not a one-size-fits-all solution, it works well for many patients.
Patients in Milton, Toronto, and surrounding areas choose this option for its convenience and results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. CoolSculpting is cleared by the FDA and Health Canada and proven safe when administered by trained professionals.
Most patients report feeling only mild discomfort during the first few minutes of cooling. After that, the area typically goes numb, and patients can relax as the applicator works.
Yes, CoolSculpting is clinically proven to reduce fat in targeted areas. Results may be visible after just one session! Patients tend to see improvements after multiple sessions and continued results as the body eliminates dead fat cells.
Once fat cells die, they do not regenerate. Results can be permanent for those who maintain a stable weight. Additional weight gain may result in fat cell growth in other areas.
The required number of sessions varies by treatment area and individual. Most patients need one to three sessions per area to see the desired results. Book your consultation to learn more.