All About Secret PRO

Majewski Plastic Surgery and Spa is proud to offer Secret PRO, a skin revitalization treatment that uniquely combines two proven technologies - fractional CO2 and radio frequency microneedling – to safely and effectively treat all layers of the skin. The procedure options are ideal for skin revitalization concerns improving scarring, wrinkles, and stretch marks while enhancing skin tone and texture, and promoting neocollagenesis through skin resurfacing.

Read on to learn more about this exciting new treatment!

What is the Secret PRO Refine treatment?

The Secret PRO Refine treatment is an innovative RF microneedling treatment that provides fast and comfortable treatments that safely and effectively treat multiple skin concerns on the face and body for patients with all skin tones, all year long.

What conditions does it treat?

The Secret PRO Refine treatment series improves some of the most visible signs of aging by reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, large pores, stretch marks, acne scars, and many other skin concerns. This treatment is ideal for skin revitalization of the face, neck, decollate, knees, and other body areas.

What is the treatment like?

Before the procedure, your provider will apply a numbing cream to the treatment area for increased comfort during the treatment. During the treatment, you may feel slight pressure and tingling while the micro-sized needles gently penetrate the skin and deliver heat to stimulate collagen production. The treatment is comfortable, and your provider will work with you to maintain your comfort level throughout the entire treatment. You can expect the treatment to take about 20 minutes.

Is there downtime after the treatment?

Typically, there is no downtime after the treatment. Your skin will have moderate redness after the treatment, which will subside significantly within a few hours. Your face will feel warm, like being in the sun, which also goes away within a few hours. You can expect to return to your normal activities immediately following your treatment. You may have some slight flushing the next day, which can be covered with makeup.

How many treatments will I need?

Patients typically need 3-4 treatments spaced 4-6 weeks apart to achieve optimal results. Most patients report seeing improvement after the second treatment, but optimal results appear 3 months after the last treatment.

When will I see results?

Best results are seen 3 months after the last treatment. To maintain your results, maintenance treatments can be done every 12-18 months after the initial series.

Am I a candidate for Secret PRO Refine?

Secret PRO Refine is an excellent treatment for patients with all skin tones, looking to improve the skin’s appearance on the face and body, all year long, with little to no downtime.

Schedule your appointment online here or call us to get scheduled!

CoolSculpting vs. Liposuction: Which is Right for You?

Stubborn fat. It’s part of our reality. Despite a healthy diet and consistent exercise essential to your health and wellness, many bodies are simply resistant to change. And that means that a suitable surgical or nonsurgical fat reduction treatment might just be the answer for a more slimmed and toned physique. 

Two favorite medical procedures known to reduce and eliminate fat are liposuction (the second most commonly performed cosmetic surgery procedures in 2019) and CoolSculpting®, a noninvasive fat-freezing treatment. While both are effective techniques to slim and contour specific body areas, but there are a few key differences that might help you determine which is best for your own body. 

What’s the Main Difference? 

We’re glad you asked! One key difference is that liposuction is a surgical procedure and CoolScultping is a nonsurgical procedure. 

During liposuction, excessive fat is removed from deposits beneath the skin using cannulas (hollowed tubes) connected to a suction device. It’s a technique designed to contour localized areas of unwanted fat, while reshaping specific parts of the body. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, more than 250,000 people underwent liposuction procedures in the U.S. in 2019, ranking it just behind breast augmentation as the most popular cosmetic surgery in the States.

CoolSculpting, on the other hand, is a noninvasive treatment that uses a precise cooling device to gently freeze away fat cells underneath the skin. The in-office procedure is virtually painless and requires minimal, if any, recovery time. While CoolSculpting can target specific, treatable areas anywhere there’s excess fat on the body, it cannot remove large areas of fat from the body. If you wish to remove a lot of fat, we will likely suggest liposuction (along with a healthy lifestyle!) 

What Can I Expect From the Procedures? 

The success of liposuction, which involves small, inconspicuous incisions and a long, narrow suction tool, depends not only on adequate fat removal but also on retraction (shrinking) of the skin overlying treated areas. This is why it requires a board certified plastic surgeon with experience precisely sculpting away fat to enhance the shape of an area. It is typically performed under general anesthesia, and medications are administered for your comfort. After a liposuction procedure, results are immediate and only get better as you recover. (This is in contrast with CoolSculpting results, which are typically seen 2-3 months down the line.) 

The CoolSculpting® treatment, however, takes about one hour and is done in our office. Using the applicator device, our trained professionals safely deliver controlled cooling to a specific area. As its name suggests,it will feel a little chilly. This gently and effectively targets the fat cells underneath the skin, drawing fatty tissue in. Treated fat cells are then crystalized (frozen), and die. Over time, your body naturally processes the fat and eliminates these dead cells, leaving a more sculpted you!

What Areas Do They Target?

As we mentioned, CoolSculpting is the ideal treatment for smaller, stubborn areas of fat on the body, like love handles or a double chin! The treatment can also be used in a variety of areas to reduce excess fat, including the abdomen, back, thighs, chest or bra rolls. 

While CoolSculpting can only treat one area at a time, liposuction gives patients far more freedom with the ability to tackle a variety of areas in one surgery. Typical treatment areas include the chin/jowls/neck, abdomen, flanks, back (including bra rolls), chest (specifically to address male breasts), hips, thighs, knees, calves and ankles or the butt. Liposuction can also be performed alone or in combination with other procedures (like a tummy tuck, breast reduction or facelift). 

What’s the Difference in Recovery and Treatment Frequency? 

During your liposuction recovery, a compression garment or elastic bandage may be used to control swelling and compress the skin. And although results will be immediately visible, your improved body contour will be more apparent once the swelling and fluid retention subside. The exact timeline will vary depending on the extent of your procedure, but you should prepare for a recovery period with limited activity for a few weeks to months. In general, most patients enjoy the fact that liposuction leaves very small incisions that are easy to conceal. And even better, liposuction is one of the most permanent fat-reduction surgeries available. 

In contrast, CoolSculpting has little recovery, if any. In fact, many patients get the procedure during their lunch break. After your treatment, you are free to resume all regular activity, including work. Although side effects might include temporary redness, skin sensitivity, swelling, bruising, tenderness or itching, all of these are temporary and should resolve within days or weeks. When it comes to results, those will be visible within one to three months. With CoolSculpting, most patients see results after a series of two or more treatments on a specific area, and we suggest spacing these procedures out by several weeks so progress can be assessed.

Are Both Effective Options? 

Yes! Which procedure is right for you depends entirely on your lifestyle and aesthetic goals. The most important checklist item is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Majewski. The purpose of this is to evaluate whether you’re a candidate for either treatment and to develop a plan that will help you achieve your goals. 

If you’ve been considering fat-reduction treatments, give us a call or schedule your appointment here! 

How Injectables Can Help Tired-Looking Eyes and Crow’s Feet

Crow’s feet. Heavy eyes. Dark circles. Puffiness. While it might be tempting to point out the various signs of aging around the eyes, let’s remember to give ourselves a little break! Because the skin around the eyes is delicate and thin, it’s true that it becomes more susceptible to damage from the sun and the fine lines, wrinkles and pigmentation that come along with aging. 

No matter, there are ways to help. Whether you want to improve the appearance of fine lines or address dark circles and under eye hollows, here are some at-home and in-office solutions to make your eyes look more energetic and restored. 

At-Home Treatments

Under eye creams and serums can help improve the look of crow’s feet and dark circles by plumping and brightening the skin. For Majewski Plastic Surgery and Spa aesthetician Virginia McIntosh, the Skin Medica TNS Recovery Complex is a non-negotiable in her skincare routine—she uses the growth factor serum year round. “It forces your skin to turn on its own healing mechanisms to get rid of lines. I’ve never used anything better for my crows feet,” she says. You can also use it all over your face, including under the eyes. 

Another under eye must: SkinCeuticals' A.G.E. Eye Complex. This treatment tackles both under eye darkness and fine lines around the eyes and offers both instant and long-lasting anti-aging benefits. “Optical diffusers” reduce the appearance of dark circles and capillaries while natural flavanoids and peptides work to dramatically improve puffiness over time. (Both products are available in our office. Give us a call to place your order!)

Dermal Fillers Under the Eyes

When even the strongest under eye creams and brightening serums aren’t cutting it, ask Dr. Majewski if under eye filler (often called tear-trough filler) is right for you. Primarily made from a modified version of hyaluronic acid (found naturally in the skin), dermal fillers are injected under the skin to plump cheek hollows, lips, deep facial wrinkles, or in this case, under eye hollows. 

You’ll want to first determine if your under eye dark circles are a result of hyperpigmentation (fillers won’t help this) or a loss of volume (fillers can help this!). If you’d like to restore volume, fill out the hollowness or help diffuse the dark shadows under your eyes, dermal fillers can be an incredibly effective option. But remember: The area under your eyes is incredibly delicate, which means choosing a reputable doctor to administer under eye filler is imperative. Depending on the area treated and amount injected, fillers can last between 6-9 months. 

Injectable Wrinkle Reducer for Crow’s Feet

Considered “dynamic wrinkles” (they happen when you’re making an expression or moving your face), fine lines and crow’s feet around the eyes can both contribute to the appearance of aging and fatigue, even when you feel at your youngest and best! 

Temporary injectable wrinkle reducers like Botox and Dysport can work to combat this. Typically used on the top third of the face, wrinkle reducers temporarily smooth the appearance of lines by weakening or limiting the contraction of muscles—in this case, the lines that grow from the outer corners of your eyes. The treatment itself only takes a few minutes, with results lasting an average of 3-4 months. 

If tired-looking eyes and fine lines are frustrating you, schedule a consultation with Dr. Majewski to learn more about the injectable process and whether dermal fillers or wrinkle reducers are right for you!

The New RHA Fillers Are Here! Why We’re Excited to Start Offering Them

Our faces make some dynamic demands of us, and to keep up, we need a filler that’s able to move (naturally) with our emotions and laughter and smiles. Which is why it’s a celebration here at Majewski Plastic Surgery and Spa as we announce a new product offering: The RHA Collection of fillers.

Named RHA (Resilient Hyaluronic Acid), this luxury line is really the first innovation to dermal fillers in more than 10 years, and it’s designed to be a cleaner, more natural option to fill dynamic wrinkles that appear when the face moves repetitively. Want to know more about this Swiss-innovated, new-to-the-States hyaluronic acid filler (including how long they promise to last)? Read on. 

First, what’s the Difference Between RHA and Injectable Fillers? 

Movement is the most significant difference between RHA and other dermal fillers, meaning it’s designed to adapt to facial movement. The RHA collection specifically targets the dynamic wrinkles and folds that appear in areas of the face that move repetitively—think frowning, laughing and talking. These wrinkles and folds can be difficult to treat with other fillers because they tend to cause the area to appear stiff or unnatural when the face moves.

RHA on the other hand integrates better into the face (thanks to its construction, which we’ll touch on below!) and provides a softer, more natural result—so the face looks equally as good when it’s rest as when it’s in motion. 

Because RHA is made to replicate (or be most similar) to the native hyaluronic acid that’s present in our skin, it can be incredibly flexible and look most natural. And that brings us to the other major difference: how it’s made. 

How is RHA Made? 

Like other dermal fillers, RHA is made from hyaluronic acid—but RHA is different because it's made differently. 

When hyaluronic acid is present in the skin and in skin care, it breaks down rapidly. To make sure the HA doesn’t metabolize too quickly, typical HA dermal fillers crosslink HA chains with chemical proteins. More modifications and crosslinking, however, means a less pure product. 

RHA fillers use a gentler manufacturing process with fewer modifications that other dermal fillers, making RHA an ultimately cleaner product that more closely mimics the natural HA found in our skin.

All this allows it to not only perform in the most dynamic areas of the face (without looking stiff or unnatural), but also perform longer. The RHA Collection has proven clinical effectiveness and duration up to 15 months.

Which Areas Do RHA Fillers Target? 

The RHA Collection includes three different formulations: RHA 2, RHA 3 and RHA 4. Each contains hyaluronic acid (see more on how it’s made with fewer modifications below) and a small amount of local anesthetic (lidocaine) to help reduce pain of the injection. Dr. Majewski will choose which formulation makes the most sense for each patient, but typically, RHA 2 is best for  plumping the lips and filling wrinkles around the mouth, as well as more superficial smoothing. RHA 3 may be injected into the mid-to-deep dermis, like nasolabial folds or the corners of the mouth. And RHA 4 is most appropriate for deeper folds and lines in the lower face.

Is RHA Collection Completely New? 

No! This collection of fillers has actually been available in Europe for more than five years, but is finally making its debut in the States. It is now only available in select practices with a reputation for providing exceptional patient treatment outcomes—and Majewski Plastic Surgery and Spa is thrilled to be one of those practices! 

If you’re interested in learning more about this luxury collection of (cleaner!) hyaluronic acid fillers and whether they’re right for you, schedule a consultation with Dr. Majewski here. 

How You Can Observe National Mammography Day This October

At Majewski Plastic Surgery and Spa, we take breast health seriously, which means this October, we’re helping to spread some knowledge about various ways we can all take part in Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Every year since the mid-90s, the third Friday in October has served as a reminder to all women that the best defense for breast cancer is early detection. National Mammography Day (October 16) is meant to encourage women to not only schedule or undergo their regularly planned screenings, but also talk to their doctors about what prevention, screening intervals and healthy lifestyles choices are best for them.

Mammograms for Early Detection

An X-ray picture of the breast, mammograms allow doctors to detect breast cancer early through the examination of the breast tissue. They’re looking for abnormalities or hints of cancer that other methods may not be able to detect. And early diagnosis significantly increases the chance for successful treatment.

When Should I Get a Mammogram?

While the recommendations have changed throughout the years—currently it’s suggested by the American Cancer Society that women ages 45 to 54 should get mammograms every year, while women 55 and older can switch to mammograms every two years—it’s important to be fully aware of your risk and lifestyle choices much earlier. 

Your family’s history of breast cancer will play a major role in preventative measures you take and can affect when you start mammography screening. According to the CDC, if you have a parent or sibling with breast cancer, your risk is higher and you should consider talking to your doctor about starting mammography screening in your early 40s. If you’re under 40, mammograms are generally not recommended unless you have a mutation, a genetic reason or physical symptoms.

However, it’s also important to note that while your risk is higher if immediate family members have the disease, most women diagnosed with breast cancer don't have a family history of it. Yes, one in eight females in the United States will develop the disease, so it’s important to use National Mammography Day to not only talk to your doctor about whether or not it’s time for a mammogram based on your unique health profile, but also understand other ways in which you can protect yourself against breast cancer.

While no food or diet can prevent the disease, lifestyle habits such as regular exercise, avoiding smoking and excessive drinking and maintaining a healthy diet have been shown to reduce the likelihood of developing it. But because even the healthiest women are at risk, here are some ways you can partake in National Mammography Day and stay on top of your health this month!

Do a Self Exam at Home

While there has been debate over the value of at-home breast self exams (the American Cancer Society says physical exams at home have not shown a clear benefit), it’s still very important to be aware of your body and potential changes. The self breast exam can be useful in combination with regular physical exams by a doctor or a mammogram, depending on your age. While looking at your breasts, if you see any changes including dimpling or bulging of the skin, redness, soreness, rashes or swelling; or a nipple that has changed, you should call your doctor. 

Schedule a Mammogram 

If you’re between 45-55 and you haven’t started menopause, schedule your mammogram for the week after your menstrual period. Your breasts usually are less tender then. If your past screening mammograms have shown you have dense breasts, ask about extra tests, like the recommended breast ultrasound. If you’re between 40-45, talk to your doctor about whether a mammogram is right for you based on your family history and health profile. 

Schedule an Annual Appointment With Your Physician or OBGYN

Aside from radiation concerns, mammograms are not typically recommended before the age of 40 because younger women tend to have dense breast tissue as it is. If you’re under 40, know that breast cancer continues to be extremely rare among women your age. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be proactive. Schedule an annual appointment with your physician or OBGYN to evaluate your breast cancer risk (do you have the BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation? Have you had radiation therapy to the chest?) and ask for a breast exam (the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecology believes clinical breast exams should be offered every 1-3 years if you’re between 25-39 years old).

If You Have Breast Implants, Know This

Cancer detection and survival rates are no different between women with or without implants, but routine screenings can be a bit more involved. If you have implants, be sure to tell the scheduler before your mammogram as there are extra steps involved, like how to position the breast and how much compression is used.

All The Terms You Need to Know Before Your First Injectables Appointment

We know that there can be some confusion around the different types of injectables (a catchall term for fillers and botulinum toxin), their uses, ingredients and more. But we’re here to help. Whether you’re a first time injectable patient ready to take the plunge into the world of dermal fillers and neurotoxins, or you’d just like to brush up on your vocabulary, below are a list of terms you should know.

Injectable Wrinkle Reducers: 

This is the most common cosmetic procedure in the United States. Injectable Wrinkle Reducers (like Botox or Dysport) are typically used on the top third of the face and are considered reducers or relaxers because they temporarily smooth the appearance of lines by weakening or paralyzing specific muscles or by blocking specific nerves. By temporarily limiting the contraction of wrinkles on your forehead, around your eyes or between your eyebrows, muscle activity decreases, and the appearance of wrinkles diminishes. As for results, give it one to two days, with full results in one to two weeks and maintenance every three to four months.

Before and After, Dysport

Botox and Dysport: For many, the term “Botox,” has become synonymous and interchangeable with the category itself (the Kleenex of wrinkle reducers!). But it is in fact a brand name. Botox tends to be more well known, but both Botox and Dysport are brands of botulinum toxin injectables.

Botulinum toxin: This is the main ingredient in Botox and Dysport, the cosmetic form of which is able to temporarily reduce or eliminates facial fine lines and wrinkles.  

Dynamic Wrinkles: These wrinkles occur when the face making repeated motions or expressions—imagine the forehead wrinkles when you’re lifting your brows or the Crow’s Feet when you’re smiling. These are the types of wrinkles that Botox and Dysport will tackle by reducing their motion and visibility.

AREAS TREATED

Forehead Lines: These lines run horizontally on your forehead, across the top of the T-zone.

Elevens: Essentially vertical frown lines that sit between your eyebrows, you’ll see elevens (also called glabellar lines) when you squint and push your eyebrows together.

Crow’s Feet: These grow from the outer corners of the eyes.

“Elevens” Before and After, Dysport

Dermal Fillers 

Dermal fillers are designed to temporarily restore volume and fullness to areas that might have lost volume over time. They can plump up thin lips, define and highlight the cheekbones and jawline when injected in certain areas, and even improve the surface and texture of skin.

And while Botox and Dysport reduce the activity of muscles in the face that cause wrinkles, dermal fillers are able to add volume to correct deep facial wrinkles and creases, including those deep-set parentheses lines around the nose and mouth. In most patients, results last six to nine months, but some products can last up to a year or longer.

Before and After, Restylane Lyft

Juvederm and Restylane: Just as Botox and Dysport are brands of wrinkle reducers, Juvederm and Restylane are two of the most popular brands of dermal fillers.

Hyaluronic Acid: A modified version of the water-loving molecule hyaluronic acid (which is found naturally in the skin) is the primary ingredient in most injectable fillers. HA is fantastic for fillers because it helps your skin retain moisture, keeping it looking plump and healthy.

Static Wrinkles: Dermal fillers are ideal for static wrinkles, the ones that are still visible even when your face is relaxed. These areas are depleted and sunken in and vary from the always-moving dynamic wrinkles treated by wrinkle reducers.

Before and After, Restylane Lips

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Nasolabial Folds: Also called laugh lines, these create those parenthesis around the lips.

Marionette Lines: Jowl wrinkles can form when your cheeks begin to droop. Marionette lines form and frame the chin vertically. 

Lips + Cheeks: Whether you want fuller lips, a more proportioned profile or to restore volume lost in the cheeks, fillers (properly injected gradually over time) can create more balanced facial proportions.

Before and After, Restylane Lips

Schedule your consultation with Dr. Majewski to learn more about the process and whether temporary injectable treatments are right for you! 

Get Selfie-Ready at Majewski Plastic Surgery and Spa!

Clean the house? Check. Hang the lights? Check. Trim the tree? Check. 

Schedule your skincare appointments? Check, check!

In the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, don’t forget to take a moment for yourself. No one is immune to stress, whether external stressors like dreaded winter blues (more sun, please!) or lack of time to sit, unwind and enjoy the company of family and friends. As you get ready for a calendar full of holiday parties, family photos and festive fetes, consider adding your skin (and well-being!) to the top of your To-Do list. 

And don’t worry, we’re here to help. Whether it’s with a relaxing (and results-driven!) facial, Botox®, fillers or manicures and pedicures, we’ll help you look absolutely radiant throughout the holiday season. Be on the lookout for holiday specials throughout November and December. And in the mean time, check out some of our offerings below: 

Intraceuticals® Oxygen Facial 

$150 Special ($300+ value)

We already know the endless benefits of regular facials, including deep cleansing for fewer breakouts, skincare absorption, and professional strength exfoliation. And with the parties, food and drinks that the holidays inevitably bring, nourishing the skin is essential.

The Intraceuticals® Oxygen Facial is not only a relaxing one-hour break from the whirlwind of December, it’s also known as a Red Carpet favorite for it’s immediate results, plumping and hydrating skin by delivering oxygen and professional-strength serums deep down. The results are dramatic and instant with no down time. This holiday season, we’re offering our clients the Oxygen Facial, plus microdermabrasion and a custom peel for just $150! (over $300 value)

Injectables: Botox®/Dysport® 

$300 (reg. $350-375)

Take advantage of our holiday specials and schedule your injectable treatments ASAP! Whether you have pesky lines or are looking for a preventative measure against wrinkles, Botox® and Dysport® are ideal choices. Used in the top third of the face, these temporary injectable wrinkle reducers relax facial muscles to diminish the appearance of fine lines — and prevent new ones from popping up. 

First time patient? Check out our blog post about what you should know here.

Lip Fillers 

$500 (reg. $600)

Interested in plumping that pout? Not only can fillers add a little more oomph to the lips, they’re can also balance the face, creating a more feminine and proportional silhouette. Which means you’ll look like you—just an enhanced version! If you’ve been curious about lip injections, now’s the time to schedule your appointment and take full advantage of our holiday specials. 

Gift Certificates 

10% off

And while you’re at it, why not take care of everyone on your list with 10% off gift certificates to Majewski Plastic Surgery and Spa. The gift certificates will never expire and can be applied toward the purchase of any product or service — facials, peels, manicures, pedicures, even surgery! 

be sure to SCHEDULE YOUR HOLIDAY APPOINTMENTS soon!

Breast Health 101: Are You Taking Care of Your Breasts?

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, it’s important to remember that breast health is a year-round commitment. It’s vital to be proactive about your breast health. Here are a few ways you can stay on top of it all. 

Give yourself regular breast self-exams.

Self-awareness is the first step in breast health. Be informed about your own body by performing regular breast self-exams—make a date with yourself once a month! You’ll learn more about the variance throughout the month in sensitivity and texture, and you’ll want to understand your breast tissue so that if any change did occur, you could be on top of it. Concerns about breast lumps, breast pain or discharge? Consult your doctor. 

Moisturize.

They will thank you! During weight loss, weight gain, pregnancy and during your menstrual cycle, the skin around the breast goes on a roller coaster. Find a natural, safe moisturizer to keep the girls happy and nourished.

Maintain a healthy lifestyle.

While there’s no food or ingredient that can prevent or cause breast cancer, dietary choices (as well as lifestyle decisions such as physical activity levels, not smoking, and keeping body weight under control) do make a difference when it comes to risk of developing the disease.

Incorporate fruits and vegetables daily.

A study recently found that nearly 100,000 women whose diet comprised mainly of plants, cut the risk of developing breast cancer by 15 percent. Dietary fiber is also something to consider. Since the development (and spread) of many types of breast cancer can be related to excess estrogen, eating a high-fiber diet can support the digestive system’s regular elimination of waste, including the excess hormone.. 

Know your family history, and stay on top of screening.

Just because a relative was diagnosed with breast cancer does not mean another will develop it, but understanding your family history is essential to learning about risk and prevention.

If breast cancer runs in your family, ask about genetic testing or high-risk evaluation and monitoring and determine a schedule for future screening. It's also important to consult with your doctor to better understand common screening and diagnostic tests like clinical breast exams, mammograms and breast ultrasounds, and which are right for you! 

Schedule a consultation.

Are you considering breast augmentation, breast reduction or breast lift? Schedule a consultation with Dr. Majewski to better understand the surgical process, whether or not you’re a candidate, what to expect from the procedure and more!

Here’s Why You Should Schedule Your CoolSculpting® Treatments in the Fall

Stubborn fat is stubborn fat, no matter the season. Those first 20, 30 or even 50 pounds can often times be easier to lose than the final 5-10. And whether you’re trying to get beach body ready in the spring or hoping to shed some weight before the holidays, those stubborn final pounds can be discouraging.

Luckily, we have a few solutions here at Majewski Plastic Surgery & Spa to help you target difficult-to-burn fat cells. One of those is the non-surgical option, CoolSculpting®—the only FDA-approved, fat reduction treatment that actually freezes fat away! 

The procedure is ideal for people who are close to their target weight. It targets pockets of fat using a controlled cooling device that crystalizes — freezes! — the cells before they die and are naturally eliminated from the body. Areas you can target include your chin, chest, arms, love handles, thighs, upper back and more.

The treatment is non-invasive, virtually painless and only takes about an hour. Most patients start seeing results within 1-3 months after their first treatment, with even more drastic changes after their second treatment. So if you want to see beach-body results by next summer, it’s actually important to begin CoolSculpting® soon. 

Consider the Number of Sessions

Fall is the perfect time to begin CoolSculpting treatments. Rather than waiting for spring to start to frantically diet or exercise ahead of summer vacations, warm weather and beach days, take advantage of the winter months! With CoolSculpting®, patients typically see results after a series of two or more treatments on a specific area. Additionally, these treatments should be spaced out by one month for best results and so progress can be assessed. So if the average patient chooses three treatments on his or her “love handles”, for instance, we would suggest the first appointment in October/November, so you have time to squeeze in another treatment in the spring. That way, you’ll see full results by summer!

Results by Spring

Another reason to start in fall? Results take time, and as they say, patience is a virtue! Although you’ll notice the treated area will gradually appear smoother and more toned after just one session, the full results will continue to develop over the following six months. For many patients, most frozen fat cells will be eliminated within the first two months, which means you’ll want to give your body time to process the results before the spring and summer. It’ll be like getting a kickstart on your

Interested in learning more about CoolSculpting®? Remember to plan ahead! Schedule a consultation with Dr. Majewski today!