CoolSculpting is a powerful tool to reshape specific areas of the body by targeting and removing undesired fat. Although the procedure is effective, care must be taken to prevent fat from accumulating again after treatment. This post summarizes our recommendations on how best to achieve and maintain the best results. Pre and Post-Treatment Care Carefully follow all preparation instructions provided by your practitioner. Promote faster removal of fat cells by...
How Did CoolSculpting Begin?
Posted on June 9, 2023 by
CoolSculpting is a non-invasive fat reduction procedure that uses cryolipolysis to freeze and destroy fat cells in targeted areas of the body. The origin story behind CoolSculpting is quite unusual and starts with a serendipitous observation made in the 1970s. A phenomenon called “popsicle panniculitis” has been noted in the medical literature. It described how some children who regularly ate frozen popsicles developed swelling, inflammation in their cheeks, and ultimately...
CoolSculpting is an FDA-approved non-invasive procedure that freezes and eliminates stubborn fat cells in targeted areas. CoolSculpting uses cryolipolysis, in which unwanted fat cells are cooled to a very precise temperature that causes them to shrink and die while leaving adjacent skin cells undamaged. CoolSculpting has become increasingly popular among patients who are looking for safe and effective ways to reduce unwanted fat in areas such as the abdomen, thighs,...
How Does CoolSculpting Work?
Posted on February 21, 2023 by
CoolSculpting is a fast-growing non-invasive cosmetic procedure that can selectively remove unwanted fat from many parts of the body. It uses precisely controlled cooling pads to cool fat cells down to a temperature that kills them, while leaving adjacent skin cells undamaged. This article explains the history of CoolSculpting, how it’s able to achieve remarkably effective results, and which patients are the best candidates for the procedure. The History of...
CoolSculpting Recovery Tips
Posted on February 25, 2022 by
CoolSculpting is the up-and-coming highly effective way to selectively remove fat deposits from particular parts of the body. It uses cooling pads to chill unwanted fat cells until they’re damaged, after which they are naturally disposed of by the body. It’s a non-invasive procedure, and it doesn’t involve any injections. In the hands of a skillful practitioner, it’s possible to achieve very natural-looking results after only a couple of visits....
CoolSculpting is a safe and effective non-invasive way to selectively remove fat deposits near the surface of the skin. CoolSculpting is primarily a way to improve one’s cosmetic appearance – it is not an effective way to actually lose weight. So, if one is actively trying to lose weight, the question arises: should you wait until after you’ve reached your target weight before considering CoolSculpting, or should you go ahead...
We’ve written about CoolSculpting on several previous occasions – it’s a highly effective way to remove fat cells from specific body areas in a non-invasive way. The procedure works by cooling down fat cells using specialized applicators which are able to rapidly cool down unwanted fat without damaging surrounding skin and tissue. The targeted fat cells are damaged by the low temperature and are subsequently eliminated from the body naturally,...
Why Men Should Get Sculptra
Posted on June 28, 2021 by
Sculptra Aesthetic is an FDA-approved injectable that can help combat the wrinkles and facial sagging that occurs when the body’s natural production of collagen decreases as we age. Sculptra Aesthetic can also promote natural-looking progressive rejuvenation as it helps to stimulate the ongoing production of collagen. Men’s faces are every bit as likely as women’s to develop lines as they age; although men are typically less sensitive to minor wrinkles,...
CoolSculpting uses localized cooling pads to cool unwanted fat deposits down to a temperature at which fat cells will be killed off, without damaging adjacent skin cells. Damaged fat cells will then be naturally eliminated from the body in the weeks and months following treatment. The CoolSculpting cooling pads allow fat cells in specific areas to be targeted, while having no effect on adjacent areas. This allows a skilled practitioner...
Following childbirth (whether naturally or via cesarean section), many women are left with stubborn fat deposits, especially in the lower stomach area. CoolSculpting is an effective non-invasive procedure designed to reduce or eliminate unwanted fat, so increasing numbers of women consider CoolSculpting after childbirth. There are, however, certain factors that must be taken into consideration before CoolSculpting can be recommended. Post-Childbirth Recovery General medical opinion is that it’s best to...
Meet Dr. Fedonenko
Dr. Fedonenko is a member of the American College of Physicians and is Board Certified in Internal Medicine.
She completed her Residency at the University of Virginia School of Medicine in 1998 and has since specialized in Cosmetic Dermatology.
She obtained additional training in aesthetic medicine procedures soon thereafter, and the results of her extensive training and experience show in each and every patient’s face. She’s a doctor that can truly been trusted with your skin care and anti-aging needs.