Are You A Better Candidate for Liposuction or CoolSculpting?

Should I Get Liposuction in Virginia Beach?

                As typical American people, we see a lot of news all day every day about the newest trends, insider looks into the lives of the rich and famous, and every how-to article on how you (yes you!) can elevate your life. Cosmetic surgeries began as something exclusive to the wealthy- liposuction included. In 2018 alone 1.7 million people underwent the surgery! That is a LOT of fat, people!

                As typical Americans, we also take up a lot of space being statistics. In the year 2023, it is estimated that a whopping 52% of people between 18-34 years old tried to diet away their bulk. Looking at all ages, 95% of want to lose weight for themselves- to feel happier and healthier! With that in mind, it’s clear why a lot of people turn towards lipo. It’s not bad, per se, but what if there was something better?

The Problem

Liposuction is an invasive procedure that involves shots, cutting the skin, downtime, and the possibility of scarring and scar tissue. According to Mayo Clinic, Other risks specific to liposuction include: Contour irregularities. Your skin may appear bumpy, wavy or withered due to uneven fat removal, poor skin elasticity and scarring. These changes may be permanent. Patients can have up to 6 weeks of downtime, having drainage tubes put in, and not lifting anything over 15 pounds. It’s reported that patients typically don’t even feel “like themselves” until a month post-procedure. 


The Solution

CoolSculpting Elite is a wonderful alternative that, while having a lot of similarities, boasts a 0% fatality rate, little to no downtime, and is 100% noninvasive.

                Like liposuction, CoolSculpting in virginia beach is more of an art form than just science- who you go to matters. Experience and knowledge of how the body moves and contours are vital, as well as having the ability to understand clearly what the set goals are and their attainability. For either procedure, you also need to be a good candidate. This means having good skin elasticity, being in good medical health, and ideally within 30% of your ideal body weight.

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Which Is Cheaper Liposuction or CoolSculpting in Virginia Beach?

CoolSculpting Elite and liposuction in virginia beach, while different, are both effective ways to permanently remove fat cells One is successful with freezing the fat, the other suctioning it out. Objectively, the costs can vary quite a bit. CoolSculpting sessions usually cost around $2,000 - $3,000 per area treated. Alternatively, liposuction can range from $2,000 to $10,000 depending on the area and amount of fat being removed.

Cool Body Sculpting Center

To see if you are a candidate for CoolSculpting, give us a call at 757-761-9317 or follow the link below to set up your free virtual or in person consultation!