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How Does CoolSculpting Work?

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Some bulges of body fat are really stubborn. Even with a proper diet, exercise and a healthy lifestyle, there are still a few problem areas that just don’t seem to respond well. You can blame genetics, but you don’t have to live with it. If you are tired of working hard and not seeing results, it might be time to get a little help from the professionals. And while you may think that liposuction is the only surefire way to rid yourself of pesky, unwanted fat, you’d be wrong. CoolSculpting is a non-invasive alternative to liposuction. It can help freeze off unwanted fat to reveal the slimmer, more contoured body that you seek. You’re probably skeptical, and we don’t blame you. How does CoolSculpting work? This article will answer common questions and help put your skepticism to rest.

How does CoolSculpting work?

CoolSculpting uses a specialized fat freezing technology called cryolipolysis; this process targets and eliminates unwanted fat cells by using a low temperature that targets only fat cells, leaving surrounding tissue untouched. After a few treatments, most patients see a noticeable reduction in fat. Some even see results after just one treatment. This is all without any scalpels or needles.

How does CoolSculpting work when compared to liposuction?

Rather than making an incision to physically extract excess fat, cryolipolysis utilizes a machine to target and freeze specific areas of fat without surgery. No surgery means less recovery time, less pain and no scarring. Results happen over the long term, and while you may not notice an immediate difference, your body will transform over time as the fat cells are steadily eliminated from your body.

How does CoolSculpting work compared to other non-surgical body contouring treatments?

CoolSculpting is the only non-surgical liposuction alternative that utilizes crylipolysis. Other FDA-approved devices use heat or laser to melt away fat. While these are useful as an alternative to liposuction and have shown good results, the risk of damaging surrounding tissue is higher with heating. CoolSculpting is also the only device approved to treat the double chin and some other areas of the body, giving you more options with cryolipolysis than fat melting methods offer.

FDA-Approved Treatment Areas for CoolSculpting

Is CoolSculpting safe? CoolSculpting is FDA approved to treat a variety of areas where stubborn fat bulges tend to hide. This includes the arms, double chin, thighs, tummy, love handles, bra bulge, back fat, and buttocks. New treatment areas are being approved all the time, and clinical trials show that CoolSculpting really does work to reduce unwanted fat without surgery.

How Does CoolSculpting Work? Find Out for Yourself!

Does CoolSculpting work for everyone? No treatment is right for all patients, so it’s important to have a consultation with providers you can trust, like the aesthetic providers at the Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Indiana. Contact us for a consultation today and find out more. Our friendly and professional staff is more than happy to speak with you and work out a specialized plan to get the results you’re looking for.

CoolSculpting for Arms

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The dreaded “bat wings.” Do you have them? If your upper arms have a noticeable sag despite the number of bicep curls you complete at the gym, then consider trying CoolSculpting for arms. The #1 non-surgical alternative to liposuction, CoolSculpting gained national and international recognition for its ability to eliminate belly fat and love handles and has quickly grown to accommodate more treatment areas. Arm fat is just the latest in a series of treatment areas that have been FDA-approved, and we’re pleased to announce that the Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Indiana was the FIRST medical practice in Indiana to offer the new applicator for arms. We’re excited to tell you all about this new treatment, so keep reading to learn more and find out if CoolSculpting is right for you!

CoolSculpting for Arms: How does CoolSculpting work?

While liposuction and brachioplasty surgeries have been around for years, CoolSculpting for arms is a new treatment option for the smooth, toned arms you’ve always wanted without surgery. FDA approved CoolSculpting uses advanced cooling technology to freeze away unwanted fat just about anywhere on the body. With the new CoolSculpting for arms applicator, we are able to target smaller areas of the body and complete a treatment in only 35 minutes; this is much faster than with larger treatment areas that typically take 1 hour to perform.

CoolSculpting is a system designed to break down unwanted fat almost anywhere on the body. The FDA approved it for those who have a Body Mass Index, or BMI, of 30 or less. When you have a CoolSculpting treatment, it can minimize the appearance of stubborn fat bulges that won’t respond to diet and exercise.

CoolSculpting is a non-surgical treatment option that takes advantage of a technique known as cryolipolysis. With this technique, your provider freezes the fat beneath the areas of your body that you want to be treated. This destroys fat cells permanently. Once frozen, fat cells die off, and your body’s lymphatic system eliminates them.

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Individual results may vary from person to person.

It usually takes a few treatments to see results, but most people report that CoolSculpting triggers a noticeable decrease in unwanted bulge. In addition, these fat cells will never come back, which means that you’ll enjoy long-term results without facing surgery or needles.

Even people who eat properly and exercise have areas on their body that maintain sections of fat. This is often hereditary. Before your CoolSculpting treatment, you will have a consultation with our team to determine whether you’re a good candidate for the procedure.

Try CoolSculpting for Arms and Other Areas of Unwanted Fat at the LASSI

If you’re looking for CoolSculpting in Indianapolis, then look no further than the Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Indiana. At the LASSI, we specialize in a variety of cosmetic treatments, including CoolSculpting for arms, double chin, belly fat, and other treatment areas. Our founder, Dr. C. William Hanke, is a leader in tumescent liposuction, making him an expert in fat reduction and body contouring. He has a triple professorship and completed his fellowship training at the Cleveland Clinic. If you’re interested in CoolSculpting for arms or other treatment areas, contact us for a consultation and find out if CoolSculpting is right for you.

Cosmetic Fillers and Botox Event: Fine Wines, No Fine Lines

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Join us for our Cosmetic Fillers and Botox Event

Fine Wines, No Fine Lines

Thursday, May 18, 2017
4pm to 7pm

Enjoy fine wines, with no fine lines at the Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Indiana, our renowned dermatologic surgery practice just north of Indianapolis in Carmel, IN.

Join dermatologic surgeon Dr. C. William Hanke and his expert staff for an evening of wine and hors d’oeuvres, complete with cosmetic fillers and Botox offered at a promotional rate exclusively at the Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Indiana in Carmel. Our cosmetic injectables are exclusively administered by our board-certified dermatologic surgeon Dr. Hanke himself.

*BY APPOINTMENT ONLY AS SPACE IS LIMITED*

Special Discounts on Cosmetic Fillers and Botox during this event include:

Please Note: These exclusive offers on cosmetic fillers and Botox are only available at the time of the specified event and you must be present at the event in order to be eligible for these promotions. This is not an open house and you must have a scheduled appointment in order to participate in this event. Also, if you have pre-purchased BOTOX Cosmetic from a past event, you must use up your bank of BOTOX before you can purchase more BOTOX. You can be treated at this event, but you will not be able to buy additional BOTOX as long as you have some in your bank.

RSVP for Fine Wines, No Fine Lines, our exclusive cosmetic fillers and Botox event

Call our Indianapolis dermatology practice today to reserve your spot for our cosmetic fillers and Botox event: 317-660-4900. Please ask for Whitney or Evelyn when you call to schedule your appointment.

Spring Open House

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Join us for the Beauty in Bloom Spring Open House

April 20, 2017
4:00-8:00pm

Don’t miss The LASSI’s 2nd Annual Beauty In Bloom Spring Open House on Thursday, April 20, 2017, from 4PM to 8PM.

Featuring CoolSculpting & Hydrafacial demonstrations, treatment & product specials, the opportunity to win free gifts, wine, hors d’oeuvres, and more!

Please RSVP via e-mail to marketing@thelassi.com or phone at 317.660.4900.

Come spend the evening with us and enjoy:

  • wine and hors d’oeuvres
  • treatment and product specials
  • live CoolSculpting & Hydrafacial demonstrations
  • the opportunity to win free gifts

Botox and fillers will be available for purchase at promotional rates.

Interested in purchasing Botox/fillers AND getting treated at the open house?

Call 317.660.4900 to schedule your appointment as space is limited and treatments are by appointment only.

Please RSVP to marketing@thelassi.com, or by phone at 317.660.4900.

How Long Do Dermal Fillers Last?

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It isn’t just loose skin that makes you look older; lost facial volume is primarily responsible for most of your facial aging woes. Restoring lost facial volume is one of the primary goals in facial anti-aging, which led to the introduction of injectable dermal fillers. These fillers vary in consistency, active ingredients, and application. Some fillers are thicker and recommended for the cheek area, while others are thinner and softer for better results in the lips, for example. Each filler has its own job to do, but how affordable are these fillers in terms of cost and longevity? Why should you choose one filler over another? How long do dermal fillers last?

Dermal Filler Longevity: How long do dermal fillers last and why?

There are many factors that affect the longevity of a dermal filler. These include:

Ingredients: Certain active ingredients tend to increase the longevity of a dermal filler over other fillers meant for the same treatment area and results
Consistency: Thicker fillers tend to last longer than thinner fillers
Patient Lifestyle: Patients that are very active or spend a lot of time in the sun and heat tend to break down their filler more quickly than other patients.
Patient Biology: Body chemistry and behavior are always factors in determining how well any prescription will work. Dermal fillers are no different.

How Long Do Dermal Fillers Last?

Below is a list of all of the FDA-approved injectable fillers we offer at the Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Indiana.

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Belotero Balance

Belotero Balance is an FDA-approved dermal filler that’s useful for:

  • Lines around the nose
  • Vertical lip lines
  • Corners of the lips
  • Chin wrinkles
  • Smile lines

Results last 6+ months, but this varies by treatment area.

Juvederm Family of Fillers, from the Makers of Botox

Juvederm Ultra XC is a hyaluronic acid filler from the makers of Botox that’s used for:

  • Mild to moderate wrinkles and folds
  • Nasolabial folds
  • Marionette lines
  • Lip enhancement

Results last 10-12 months on average.

how long do dermal fillers last Juvederm Ultra and Ultra Plus

Juvederm Ultra Plus XC is a thicker hyaluronic acid filler that is useful for:

  • Moderate to severe wrinkles and folds
  • Deep nasolabial folds
  • More pronounced marionette lines
  • Cheek enhancement
  • Non-surgical nose job

Results last 10-12 months on average.

Juvederm Volbella is useful for:

  • Lip enhancement
  • Smoothing of lines around the mouth
  • Lip symmetry
  • Under-eye rejuvenation

Results last for 12 months.

Juvederm Voluma is a thicker hyaluronic acid filler from Allergan that provides patients with:

  • Long-lasting cheek enhancement
  • Subtle lower facelift
  • Smoother jawline

Results last up to 2 years, the longest lasting dermal filler on the market.

Radiesse

Radiesse provides patients with a solution to:

  • Frown lines
  • Smile lines
  • Marionette lines
  • Nasolabial folds
  • Cheek enhancement

Results last for 1-2 years, depending on the patient.

Restylane Products from Galderma

Restylane-L is a hyaluronic acid filler from Galderma that provides patients with an anti-aging solution for:

  • Nasolabial folds
  • Loss of volume in the brow area
  • Marionette lines
  • Sagging tear-troughs
  • Deep infraorbital hollows

Results last approximately 6 months.

Restylane Lyft is a thick filler that provides patients with profound volume and anti-aging results for facial aging problems, such as:

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  • Deep wrinkles and folds
  • Smile Lines
  • Worry Lines
  • Crow’s feet
  • Cheek depressions
  • Marionette lines
  • Acne scars
  • Lip border definition
  • Chin augmentation

Results vary from patient to patient but typically last approximately 9 months.

Restylane Silk is a softer, smoother hyaluronic acid filler that provides:

  • Lip enhancement
  • Lip symmetry
  • Smoothing of lines around the mouth

Results typically last 6+ months.

Sculptra Aesthetic

Sculptra is a long-lasting filler that provides gradually improved results over time for aging issues such as:

  • Shallow facial wrinkles
  • Deep facial folds
  • Loss of collagen

Results last for 2 years on average.

Interested in Dermal Fillers in Indianapolis?

Are you interested in seeing what dermal fillers can do for you? Whether you just want fuller lips or you want to improve your face’s overall youthful look, dermal fillers are a safe and affordable option. At the Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Indiana, dermatologic surgeon Dr. C. William Hanke is a renowned expert in injectables for facial rejuvenation and anti-aging. Schedule an appointment today for your consultation.

Awake for Liposuction? Tumescent Liposuction Safety

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Awake for Liposuction: Why patients are choosing local over general anesthesia

When we think of any type of surgery, we usually picture a patient in a bed who is completely asleep as surgeons perform a procedure. There are well-known exceptions to this, such as cesarean births that provide patients with a spinal that blocks nerve impulses, affecting the sense of touch and ability to move. However, there are a growing number of both medically necessary surgeries and cosmetic surgeries that are exploring local anesthesia over general anesthesia, effectively keeping patients awake for surgery. Tumescent liposuction is no different, keeping patients awake for liposuction surgery. Why are dermatologic surgeons embracing this concept?

Awake for Liposuction and Other Surgeries: How does it work?

As stated above, many surgeries usually require general anesthesia with a few notable exceptions. The most well-known and extensive are c-section births. However, there are other well-known surgeries that use local anesthesia while patients are awake, including mole and skin cancer removals, wisdom tooth extractions, and cyst extractions. However, as these procedures are generally small and less invasive, many patients forget that they are surgeries.

Local anesthesia works by delivering a localized anesthetic to the treatment area. With a mole removal, for example, lidocaine is administered via needle to the treatment area. Once the area is sufficiently numbed, the dermatologic surgeon gets to work removing the mole. The same is true of other surgeries mentioned above, with the exception of c-sections that have anesthesia administered into the spinal column.

Liposuction, being less invasive that a cesarean, also uses local anesthesia that is injected directly into the treatment area. The anesthesia contains a combination of diluted lidocaine and epinephrine, which keeps the patient comfortable while minimizing bleeding. The patient feels no pain but may feel movement and some pressure to the area while the unwanted fat is extracted through a slim cannula that is placed through a very small incision.

Why do patients want to be awake for liposuction?

All surgeries carry risk, but that risk increases when general anesthesia is introduced. Risks associated with general anesthesia include, but aren’t limited to:

  • Sudden drop in blood pressure
  • Allergic reaction
  • Heart Attack
  • Stroke
  • Postoperative confusion and stress

These are only some of the risks associated with general anesthesia. In some cases, patients metabolize the anesthesia too quickly, resulting in a patient who wakes during surgery. Other patients have the opposite reaction, where the surgeons have trouble waking the patient once the procedure is completed.

Being awake for liposuction sounds scary. What if I’m nervous?

All surgery carries some anxiety with it, and this is totally normal for patients receiving tumescent liposuction. Dr. C. William Hanke, dermatologic surgeon at the Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Indiana, will be able to provide you with an anti-anxiety medication or sedative to calm your nerves for your procedure.

What do patients say about tumescent liposuction?

The majority of patients find that being awake for liposuction is worth it for the results and the reduction of risks associated with dermatologic surgery. Our primary goal is patient safety and comfort at every step of the process. Our team will ensure that the patient is both emotionally and physically comfortable. Patients report feeling relaxed during the procedure, experience less downtime than with surgeries requiring general anesthesia, and experience less postoperative discomfort.

Not everyone is a good candidate for tumescent liposuction for a number of reasons. Patients who are allergic to lidocaine should not have tumescent liposuction. Other patients would benefit more from a non-surgical procedure such as CoolSculpting or Kybella. Every patient is different and should schedule a consultation to discuss their concerns and desired outcome with our team.

Schedule a Consultation for Fat Reduction in Indianapolis

Dermatologic surgeon Dr. C. William Hanke is a leader in tumescent liposuction, performing countless procedures every year while also lecturing and training other dermatologic surgeons on his techniques. He has also contributed to numerous peer-reviewed publications about the trend of being awake for liposuction in addition to other high-profile dermatologic procedures. Our Indianapolis dermatology practice also participated in a clinical trial for Kybella, the first non-surgical double chin treatment to be FDA-approved. Dr. Hanke’s reputation, skill, knowledge, and expertise make him a top choice for patients seeking cosmetic fat reduction in Indiana, and we invite you to schedule a consultation with our team today to find out how we can help you achieve the figure of your dreams.