Welcome to Element Body Lab, where our commitment is to provide the safest and most effective body contouring solutions through CoolSculpting. We root our mission in delivering exceptional outcomes while ensuring your comfort and safety throughout the process. As pioneers in the field of non-invasive fat reduction, we understand that CoolSculpting is more than just a treatment—it’s a transformative journey towards a more confident you. We pride ourselves on offering personalized care that begins with a thorough consultation and continues through meticulous treatment planning and follow-up. Join us as we explore why choosing a trained professional for your CoolSculpting procedure is crucial for achieving lasting results and peace of mind, or better yet, book a consultation with our team to talk one on one.
This week on the blog, we’re delving into a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of CoolSculpting: why it’s essential to choose a highly trained professional for your CoolSculpting procedure. While cost is a consideration, the expertise and training of your provider play a pivotal role in achieving long-lasting results from this permanent body contouring treatment.
Who Can Perform CoolSculpting?
CoolSculpting isn’t just a procedure; it’s a meticulous art that demands specialized training and expertise. At Element Body Lab, extensively trained specialists conduct the CoolSculpting procedure, dedicating their careers to mastering non-invasive body contouring techniques. This ensures meticulous planning and execution of every treatment to deliver optimal results tailored to your unique anatomy.
Should CoolSculpting Be Performed By A Doctor?
In Texas, CoolSculpting is classified as a Class 2 medical device, requiring oversight by a medical doctor. This ensures compliance with state regulations and prompt management of any unforeseen complications. At Element Body Lab, our practice operates under the medical direction of a Dallas-based physician. This ensures that each client undergoes a thorough medical evaluation before their CoolSculpting procedure, prioritizing both safety and efficacy.
However, our highly trained CoolSculpting specialists are who execute the treatments and deliver great outcomes. Some practices insist that physicians must perform treatments. We emphasize that what truly matters is the dedication and expertise of the practitioner. Passion and proficiency in CoolSculpting are paramount, regardless of medical credentials alone. All treatments performed at Element Body Lab are in compliance with TMB193.17. For more information on compliance, go here.
What is a CoolSculpting Specialist?
In our industry, a CoolSculpting specialist refers to any treating provider offering the CoolSculpting procedure. It’s a loosely used term without oversight or required training.
At Element Body Lab, a CoolSculpting specialist goes beyond a title—it signifies an expert in non-invasive body contouring. Our specialists undergo rigorous training through programs like CoolSculpting University and receive ongoing education from the Allergan Medical Institute Faculty. This comprehensive training equips them with the knowledge and skills to create customized treatment plans that maximize results while minimizing risks.
Training Opportunities for CoolSculpting Specialists
Understanding the varying levels of training in the industry is crucial for anyone considering the CoolSculpting procedure. Here’s an overview of the training opportunities available for CoolSculpting Specialists:
- Manufacturer CoolSculpting Certification: This is the basic level of training offered to providers. It includes watching instructional videos on an online portal and minimal hands-on training. Hands on training is facilitated by a sales representative to review basic manufacturer protocol. The “hands-on” assumes the practice can provide models for treatment. The training is led by someone who does not facilitate any treatments themselves.
- CoolSculpting University: This is a much more advanced hands on training. The 3-day immersive training, including didactic presentations and hands on breakout sessions. This allows time to review all treatment protocols in a much better format. The manufacturers host the training, with support from treating providers who travel in to lead the breakout rooms.
- CoolSculpting University, Clinical Masters: Similar to CoolSculpting University, this program takes place at the manufacturer’s training facility. It is led by their staff and supported by treating providers who travel in to lead breakout rooms. Treating providers facilitate hands-on conversations with real clients, and ensure comprehensive training. The difference is the material covers more advanced treatment planning, such as asymmetrical plans and scar tissue.
- Allergan Medical Institute Faculty Led Training: Additionally, practices can request a skilled member of their contract training team, who serve as current CoolSculpting providers to come and train the practice within their own four walls. These trainings provide valuable insight and exposure to new schools of thought, new treatment techniques, and advanced hands-on training.
- In-House Allergan Medical Institute Faculty Member: Element Body Lab benefits from having an esteemed Allergan Medical Institute Faculty member on our team. This allows for continuous improvement through weekly technique discussions, monthly treatment audits, and ongoing education sessions.
Why You Need A Highly Trained Professional
The expertise of a trained professional is paramount in CoolSculpting for several reasons. Only trained specialists can accurately map out treatment areas and determine the optimal placement of applicators to achieve natural-looking results. Our providers ensure that each session tailors to the body’s unique contours by understanding anatomy. We also understand CoolSculpting technology deeply, thereby enhancing the treatment’s effectiveness.
Remember, CoolSculpting results are permanent, making the skill and precision of your provider essential to achieving the desired outcome.
What is the CoolSculpting Procedure
CoolSculpting utilizes cryolipolysis, a non-surgical method that freezes and eliminates stubborn fat cells permanently. This innovative technique employs applicators of various sizes and shapes, custom-fit to target specific areas. Precise placement of these applicators is critical in sculpting away unwanted fat effectively while maintaining natural contours.
Applicator Selection and Placement – Be Positive On A Monday
Applicator Selection and Placement is a crucial step in the CoolSculpting procedure, often referred to as “treatment mapping.” Similar to how a skilled injector maps out the precise areas for neurotoxin or filler injections, our specialists apply meticulous planning to ensure optimal results.
During this phase, we follow the mnemonic “Be Positive On A Monday” to guide our approach:
- Be – Boundaries: Defining the treatment area’s boundaries, whether it’s the abdomen, love handles, or another specific region, and understanding the client’s desired silhouette.
- Positive – Peaks/Tapers: Identifying any peaks or tapers in the targeted area to determine focal points for cold energy application, strategically placing applicators with overlap as needed.
- On – Orientation: Assessing the natural orientation of the fat pad and body contours, considering factors like scar tissue or asymmetry, while aligning with the client’s aesthetic goals.
- A – Applicator Selection: Choosing the appropriate applicator based on tissue dimensions, depth, and treatment objectives to ensure comprehensive fat reduction and sculpting.
- Monday – Markings: Mapping out the treatment plan, including the sequence of applicator placements and considering competitive tissues for effective treatment progression.
This detailed mapping process ensures that each CoolSculpting session is tailored to the client’s unique anatomy and goals, highlighting the artistry and precision involved beyond simply attaching the device.
Take a look at the following video, showing the mapping of applicators, not including the detailed notes on applicator selection. Then continue reading for more information on the tools currently available and the robust selection we can choose from when selecting applicators for treatment!
The Elite Technology Difference – Up to 30% more Tissue Treated
It’s important to note that not all CoolSculpting technologies are the same. As of July 2024, the most advanced version available is the CoolSculpting Elite. At Element Body Lab, we exclusively utilize CoolSculpting Elite due to its superior capabilities:
- Treats up to 30% more tissue per session compared to previous models.
- Reduces treatment time by half while doubling fat reduction outcomes.
- Features redesigned applicators that enhance coverage and efficacy, ensuring optimal results with every treatment.
The synergy of advanced technology and expert training is pivotal in achieving exceptional CoolSculpting outcomes. While the technology is powerful, it’s the expertise of our highly trained professionals that maximizes its potential, delivering safe, effective, and transformative results.
Additionally, there’s many different applicators within the CoolSculpting Elite portfolio that we can select from. Take a look at the current portfolio of applicators, and keep in mind that new applicators are constantly being developed!
Understanding the CoolSculpting Procedure
Beyond the technical aspects of CoolSculpting, our commitment at Element Body Lab extends to ensuring each client feels informed and comfortable throughout their journey. We prioritize transparency and education during consultations, where clients often express surprise at the level of detail involved in treatment planning. This personalized approach not only enhances client satisfaction but also underscores our dedication to delivering results that align with individual expectations. By combining state-of-the-art technology with a deep understanding of body aesthetics, we empower clients to make informed decisions about their body contouring goals, setting a new standard for excellence in non-invasive fat reduction.
Want to learn more from us? Book a consultation wit hour expert team of specialists to learn more about the CoolSculpting Procedure.
Can CoolSculpting Be Done Wrong?
While CoolSculpting is generally safe, proper technique and adherence to best practices are essential to avoiding complications. At Element Body Lab, we follow a very specific technique to ensure uniform cooling and consistent results.
CoolSculpting can be done wrong, which can give you unnatural looking results. Botched CoolSculpting is a real thing, just like botched plastic surgery. The provider you select to facilitate your treatment is the difference in seeing great outcomes and botched outcomes.
Choosing a trained professional for your CoolSculpting procedure is not just about achieving visible results; it’s about trusting your body to experts who prioritize safety, precision, and artistry. At Element Body Lab, our dedication to excellence ensures that each treatment is meticulously planned and executed, from initial consultation to final results. Whether you’re targeting stubborn fat or enhancing your body contours, our team of highly trained specialists is here to guide you through a transformative journey. Trust in our expertise, backed by the latest technology and continuous education, to deliver the exceptional outcomes you deserve! Just take a look at the hundreds of before and after photos we currently have in our online portfolio. This is just a handful of the thousands of treatments we’ve performed! Are you ready to get started? Let’s talk one on one. Book a consultation with our team online.