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CoolSculpting
Does Zeltiq Tighten the Skin While Reducing the Fat?
CoolSculpting usually gives very uniform and even results. While it does not specifically tighten skin, if the skin is supple and elastic, it will recoil and retract to a certain extent slowly after the fat is reduced from the area. Results typically appear gradually over one to four months as the treated fat cells are cleared by the body. It is always best to have a consultation so that you may be assessed to determine if you are a good candidate for treatment and have your skin quality be evaluated.
Clinical Context
After CoolSculpting, treated fat cells break down gradually and are cleared by the body over several weeks to months, so final results take time to appear. If skin retraction occurs, it happens slowly as collagen adjusts to the smaller fat layer underneath. Because both fat reduction and any skin change happen gradually, early photos may not reflect your final outcome. Skin quality before treatment plays a large role in how much retraction, if any, you can expect.
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