Imagine sitting in a comfortable massage chair, watching a big screen TV, sipping on your favorite drink, while literally freezing your butt (fat) off. Sound too good to be true.....
Zeltiq is the newest innovation in noninvasive body sculpting and lipolysis (destroying unwanted fat). Unlike other devices which have claimed to be noninvasive and painless, this device truly is. Noninvasive means that there are no injections or anything which would penetrate your skin. Painless means.....well....literally painless.
Zeltiq is a patented method of removing fat based on a new and exciting science know as cryolipolysis. This device selectively targets and destroys fat cells (adipocytes) by supercooling them leaving skin and other nonfat tissue unharmed. This device is FDA approved and has been the subject of notable peer reviewed publications.
Zeltiq is not intended for weight loss but is designed for body contouring. An ideal patient would have a small amount of fat in a localized area such as the lower abdomen, flanks (love handles), or outer thighs. These areas are notoriously difficult to improve with diet and exercise making Zeltiq a perfect option.
The procedure is literally done in a massage chair and is painless. There is an initial cold sensation which quickly goes away. You can watch TV, drink coffee, or work on your laptop during the procedure which lasts about an hour. The treated area will gradually diminish and the final result is evident in 4 to 8 weeks. There are no postprocedure garments, medications, or restrictions.
This exciting new procedure in now available in our state of the art laser and skin care centers: EpiCentre Park Lane and EpiCentre Legacy (http://www.epicentre-dallas.com/). More information is available at the following links:
1. http://www.zeltiq.com/
2. http://cosmeticmdnation.blogspot.com/2009/04/war-on-fat-updates-on-zeltiq-and.html
3. http://www.newbeauty.com/DailyBeauty/Entry.aspx?ID=2776
4. http://www.aestheticmedicinenews.com/zeltiq-receives-ce-mark-for-non-invasive-fat-reduction.htm#
Dr. John Burns
http://www.drjohnburns.com/
