Cryolipolysis

Cryolipolysis is an extremely gentle method of reducing fat deposits on various parts of the body. In the process, fat cells are damaged by the local action of cold in such a way that they die off and are broken down step by step – without injuring the skin or the surrounding tissue.

In contrast to liposuction, cryolipolysis is a non-invasive procedure that is now very popular not only with Hollywood stars.

How long has cryolipolysis been available?

Cryolipolysis has been in use since 2010. In that year the company Zeltiq from California in the USA – as the first company worldwide – received FDA approval for its device “CoolSculpting®”, which kills fat cells by means of cold. A short time later it was also approved in the EU as a class IIa medical device. CoolSculpting® is now successfully in use in more than 80 countries.

Who discovered cryolipolysis for the treatment of fat deposits?

The medical basis of cryolipolysis comes from Dr. Dieter Manstein and Dr. R. Rox Anderson, two dermatologists from the Wellman Center for Photomedicine at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. In the course of their research they discovered that fat cells react more sensitively to cold than the cells of other tissues. This particular feature is made use of in cryolipolysis in order to get rid of stubborn little fat deposits in the simplest possible way.

What advantages does cryolipolysis have compared with liposuction?

In contrast to liposuction, cryolipolysis is a gentle, non-invasive procedure for reducing fat. As no operation takes place, your skin is not damaged, there are no scars and there is no downtime. Immediately after the short treatment, which as a rule lasts only 35 minutes, you are fully able to perform again.

What is the difference between cryolipolysis and CoolSculpting?

Cryolipolysis is the umbrella term for a targeted cold treatment against unwanted fat deposits. CoolSculpting® is currently the best device for a cryolipolysis treatment, as it brings convincing results and its application is very safe. Six different applicators are used, depending on the area of the body.

What advantages does cryolipolysis with CoolSculpting® at the Viennese Kuzbari Centre have?

Only the best is good enough for our patients. That is why the Kuzbari Centre in Vienna has decided on CoolSculpting®, which has proved itself for years. It has a number of advantages, because it

• works particularly effectively and lastingly
• is used exclusively by doctors
• is currently the only device with an approval from the FDA (American Food & Drug Administration)
• has proved its effectiveness and tolerability in dozens of studies
• is successfully used by more than 2,500 doctors and clinics in more than 80 countries
• is, with more than 4 million treatments worldwide, one of the best treatment methods in the field of body shaping and has been for many years
• is particularly safe (frostbite is ruled out with CoolSculpting® because of the built-in safety systems).

Why should a cryolipolysis be carried out only by specialists such as the specialists of the Kuzbari Centre?

The cold treatment is ideal for gentle fat removal and appears to be relatively simple to apply. That is why we work exclusively with the original CoolSculpting device. A cryolipolysis should, however, always be carried out with a demonstrably safe device under medical supervision in order to prevent severe side effects such as frostbite.

If you decide on a treatment at the Kuzbari Centre in Vienna, you are on the safe side. With CoolSculpting® our specialists use the currently best cryolipolysis device on the market and have years of experience in the application of cold therapy. In addition, you benefit from our Beautiful Body guarantee.

Who is a cryolipolysis treatment suitable for?

A cryolipolysis is suitable for all men and women who, despite a balanced diet and sport, suffer from stubborn fat deposits. The procedure is not a means of reducing fat in cases of obesity. It is used only in the context of body forming, for clear, aesthetically appealing contours.

In the case of certain illnesses, as well as during pregnancy and breastfeeding, no cryolipolysis may be carried out. If in doubt, seek advice from our experienced specialists at the Kuzbari Centre in Vienna.

Which areas of the body can be treated with cryolipolysis?

With the six different applicators of the CoolSculpting® system, all parts of the body on which unwanted and stubborn little fat deposits can occur are treatable – from the thighs to the upper arms. (A double chin can be treated very well at our centre in the course of a liposuction.) Thanks to the improved technology of the new CoolAdvantage applicators, the application is more comfortable and shortens the treatment time by almost 50% compared with the previous models.

CoolCore

Is used most frequently at the Kuzbari Centre. Against fat on the abdomen, hips and chest as well as fat deposits below the buttock fold.

CoolCurve+

Ideal for fat deposits on the flanks, the hips, under the buttocks and in the area of the bra strap on the back (with a slimmer figure).

CoolFit

For larger treatment areas on the abdomen and back as well as the inner sides of the arms and legs.

CoolAdvantage Plus

Ensures the breakdown of extensive, stubborn fat deposits on the abdomen. Only afterwards does the actual body shaping with a smaller applicator take place.

CoolAdvantage Petite

Against smaller fat deposits on the abdomen, lower back, along the bra strap and the arms.

CoolSmooth Pro

Thanks to its flexibility it also reaches areas of the body that could not be treated previously. These include fat deposits that are difficult to access on the abdomen and hips, the outer thighs and “saddlebags” (e.g. cryolipolysis for lipoedema).

How safe is a cryolipolysis with the CoolSculpting system?

With its Freeze Detect technology, the CoolSculpting system prevents unwanted side effects during the treatment. Special sensors ensure that the skin and the underlying tissue layers do not suffer any frostbite. As an additional safeguard, a thin cloth pad is placed between the cooling element and the skin.

How many cryolipolysis applications are necessary?

How often the cryolipolysis has to be repeated depends on the part of the body and the extent of the fat deposits that are to be removed. Sometimes a single application is already sufficient. In other cases several sessions are necessary in order to achieve the desired result.

The specialists of the Kuzbari Centre in Vienna will advise you in detail in your initial consultation about the exact procedure. On the basis of their experience they will also tell you how often the cryolipolysis treatment should be carried out in your particular case in order to achieve an optimal result.

How long is the average treatment time with cryolipolysis at the Kuzbari Centre in Vienna?

In most cases a cryolipolysis treatment at the Viennese Kuzbari Centre takes only 35 minutes. This has become possible through the use of the latest applicators from CoolSculpting®, which once again clearly reduce the treatment time compared with earlier models.

When are the first results of the cryolipolysis visible?

With cryolipolysis the first results only become visible after about four weeks, because the body needs some time to break down the dead fat cells. After about three months you will see the final result of the treatment.

How long does the result of the cryolipolysis treatment last?

With a balanced diet and regular exercise, a renewed deposition of fat in the treated areas is unlikely. However, fat cells can also multiply again if calorie intake is increased.