DR. JF: The outer thighs, lower abdomen, and love handles have shown the most dramatic results in our experience.
AM: Does age play a factor in effectiveness?
DR. JF: Age is relative, as we have seen women in their 50’s with great skin tone and elasticity. They get great results and the outcome is comparable to what we have seen in 22 years olds. In general, as someone gets older, the skin quality does get looser, and less elastic, making the fat contouring treatment less powerful.
AM: What happens to the skin when a patient undergoes Venus Freeze?
DR. JF: The skin becomes tighter after Venus Freeze treatments, potentially enhancing the effects of Cool Sculpting to make a smoother, smaller waistline.
AM: How long does the patient see the effects of Cool Sculpting/Venus Freeze?
DR. JF: If the patient is good about maintaining healthy lifestyle and weight, the results are permanent.
AM: Post the treatments, is a patient able to exercise and do other activities?
DR. JF: The are no restrictions after, a major advantage over surgical offerings.
AM: How often would one need to continue to do the treatments for long terms results?
DR JF: Because the skin continues to age over time, at the Few Institute we recommend patients do 1 to 2 annual maintenance treatments to maintain skin tightness. There is no need for maintenance with Cool Sculpting, as there is permanent fat reduction.
AM: Is there anything else you'd like to add?
DR. JF: It is really important to consider “Stackable Treatments,” where both Venus Freeze and Cool Sculpting are combined in those patients who have looser skin and want to reduce unwanted fat for body contouring.
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