CoolSculpting

If you find that putting on a bra causes an accumulation of excess fat to protrude over the straps, you’re not alone. A “bra bulge” is a widely shared aesthetic concern that’s often difficult to smooth with natural solutions like dieting and exercise. The underarms and mid-back can be challenging regions to target through workouts alone, often leading to frustration when patients fail to achieve their desired results. At our Orlando practice, board-certified plastic surgeon Jon Paul Trevisani, MD offers multiple treatment options to address bra bulges around the arms and mid- to lower back, including liposuction and CoolSculpting®.  Liposuction Liposuction is a suction-based fat removal procedure often considered the most reliable and effective approach to body contouring. With liposuction, Dr. Jon Paul Trevisani can... Continue Reading

Since its introduction in 2010, the popularity of controlled-cooling technology to remove excess fat has only grown. While researchers were initially unsure how the results of “fat freezing” would compare to surgical methods of fat removal, such as liposuction, Cryolipolysis™ is now considered a safe, predictable, and effective way to contour areas of excess fat accumulation.  Cryolipolysis™ is the process by which fat cells freeze and are naturally metabolized by the body. In studying the effects of frostbite, researchers found that fat cells die before skin cells are damaged when exposed to extremely cold temperatures. This understanding led plastic surgeons to explore whether Cryolipolysis™ could effectively remove fatty deposits without causing any damage to surrounding tissues. Through further study, it was concluded that Cryolipolysis™ was... Continue Reading

If your cosmetic goals include smoothing bulges of excess fat, body contouring can be a highly effective technique to achieve your desired physique. Liposuction surgery and CoolSculpting® are two of the most popular body contouring treatments available, and the best fat removal procedure for your concerns typically depends on several factors: Volume of fat removal desired: As a non-surgical treatment that uses controlled-cooling to eliminate fat cells, CoolSculpting® is designed to remove 20 to 30 percent of fat in a given area. In contrast, liposuction is a surgeon-controlled procedure capable of extracting up to 80 percent of accumulated fat. Timing: While liposuction can offer noticeable results almost immediately after surgery, CoolSculpting® breaks down fat over a period of several months. Therefore, patients who seek a... Continue Reading

Most men know a healthy diet and a regular exercise regimen are key components to maintaining a toned, athletic looking body. However, even very active men who eat a diet consisting of lean meats, fruits, vegetables, and complex carbohydrates may find their body stores pockets of stubborn fat in certain areas. The lower abdomen, flanks (“love handles”), and sometimes the chest are common areas of the body where men may feel they are carrying a little extra weight that prevents their exercise and diet efforts from being fully seen. To help these men achieve the definition they are striving for, CoolSculpting® can be used to eliminate this layer of excess fat. Ideal candidates for CoolSculpting® are already at or near their ideal weight and seek... Continue Reading