A non-surgical technique to remove stubborn fat from the body can have side effects.
"People think non-surgical is safer - but that's not necessarily the case," says Prof Ash Mosahebi, plastic surgeon and a member of the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons.One of the known rare side effects is that instead of the fat dissolving when frozen, it can increase in size.
This is called paradoxical adipose hyperplasia and, although it's not clear why this can happen, it means fat cells are encouraged to grow, creating the opposite effect to the one intended. Fifty-six-year-old Evangeslista said she had undergone two painful surgeries to correct the problem which were "unsuccessful" and left her "brutally disfigured".Because non-doctors are able to offer the fat-freezing procedure, it is a good idea to find out as much as you can before opting for the treatment.
Prof Mosahebi says it is important to choose someone who is experienced, trustworthy and using good quality equipment to give you the right advice, such as a qualified plastic surgeon.The technique, which is branded as CoolSculpting, is currently available in many clinics and spas across the UK, and around the world.
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