CoolSculpting and Fat Freezing
in Mentor, Ohio

At Greer Plastic Surgery, we pride ourselves on not only offering the latest in plastic surgery and non-surgical body sculpting options, but also for having the best staff and results available in the Cleveland area.

CoolSculpting, body sculpting, and plastic surgery are often used interchangeably, but there are differences between the three options. Dr. Greer and her team understand that not everyone wants to have surgery, but they do want the results, so she takes special care in recognizing the differences and offering a professional opinion for all of them.

The Science of Body Sculpting

The body naturally has a certain number of fat cells. These cells can swell when weight is gained and shrink when it is lost. Often, these cells tend to congregate in certain areas of the body, like the stomach, inner and outer thighs, and the hips. When they group together, the fat cells can form pockets of fat that are difficult to eliminate, even with the most rigorous diet and exercise. CoolSculpting freezes these fat cells, which the body will then naturally eliminate.

Developed in 2008, cryolipolysis – or CoolSculpting – has been carefully perfected, receiving FDA approval in 2010. At Greer Plastic Surgery, we promise every CoolSculpting session is one-of-a-kind, specially modeled for each patient so they can get the most results in the shortest amount of time.

When fat cells experience the localized cooling agent that CoolSculpting uses, they freeze and die. This is a very natural process, and the body will eliminate the dead fat cells in about 4 months, providing long-lasting results.

How can I be sure I’ll see a result?

We’ve all got that one friend who had CoolSculpting and didn’t see a result. There are two reasons this can happen:

1. CoolSculpting wasn’t the best treatment option.
   CoolSculpting doesn’t treat visceral fat (the fat inside the abdomen, behind the muscle layer). And it doesn’t address loose skin. If you go to a medspa for CoolSculpting, it may be the only treatment option they offer. But as a board-certified Plastic surgeon, Dr. Greer will recommend the best option to get you the results you want, whether that’s CoolSculpting, liposuction, or a tummy tuck.
2. The treatment plan was not well-designed.
   Some offices will skimp on their treatment recommendations so they can lure patients in with cheaper treatments. The problem with this is if you don’t have the appropriate treatment plan, you don’t see any results. We have had great success treating patients who didn’t see results elsewhere, because we design the best plan to get you results.

Faster treatments, because your time is valuable!

The CoolSculpting procedure can take anywhere from 45 minutes to a couple hours, depending on the area being treated. In our office, Dr. Greer uses two CoolSculpting machines at once, cutting the procedure time in half!

During the first few minutes of the body sculpting procedure, you may feel an intense chill and a tugging sensation, but this will dissipate quickly.

After the procedure, the area that received treatment may tingle for a few minutes. The area may become red and you may experience some swelling, bruising, tenderness, or skin sensitivity, but these will subside within a few days. It’s also normal to have numbness over the treatment area, which resolves after about a month.

No Downtime

Unlike with plastic surgery, after you have received your body sculpting treatment you can resume your normal activity level immediately.

Because the recovery time for this procedure is minimal, many patients have found that they can resume physical activity immediately or even return to work after the CoolSculpting treatment is completed.

No special diet or exercise is required post-treatment, but many patients often feel more motivated to avoid weight gain after undergoing treatment with CoolSculpting.

CoolSculpting Cost

The price of CoolSculpting can vary depending on the client. The price changes with the area that is being sculpted, but at Greer Plastic Surgery the average price to treat the entire abdomen is between $4,000-$5,000. Because the procedure price can vary based off what area or areas a patient is having treated, the average price can be anywhere between $2000 and $5000. Greer Plastic Surgery offers financing for patients who qualify.

To find out if this procedure is right for you, and the cost of your one-of-a-kind treatment, schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr. Greer.

Top Rated Plastic Surgeon in Mentor, Ohio

Greer Plastic Surgery is known for offering state-of-the-art equipment in a very convenient location on Heisley Road in Mentor, with easy access to Route 2. With a special focus on building confidence, Dr. Greer knows how hard it can be to feel confident in your skin as you age. She offers only the highest-quality treatments and doesn’t perform any procedures she does not believe in. She also serves as the chairperson for the Ethics Committee for the Lake Hospital System, demonstrating her commitment to quality care that puts patients first. When you trust the team at Greer, you can always feel confident putting all of your plastic surgery and non-surgical body sculpting needs in her hand.

To find out if this procedure is right for you, and the cost of your one-of-a-kind treatment, schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr. Greer.

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