CoolSculpting® – Plastic Surgery for Torrance & Los Angeles

Ozempic®, Liposuction, or CoolSculpting® Elite: Which Is Right for Your Fat Loss Goals?

March 17, 2023

Woman's torso wearing black bra and underwear (model)

It's nothing new for people to turn to prescription drugs as a quick and easy way to lose unwanted fat. Lately, Ozempic has been the most talked-about option. The FDA approved Novo Nordisk's drug Ozempic for treating Type 2 diabetes, but it has also shown promising results for weight loss. The company now also markets the drug specifically for weight loss as Wegovy®, approved by the FDA in 2021. These drugs aren't your only options for fat reduction, however. Other, longer-lasting treatments are available and …

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Does CoolSculpting® Really Work? Let’s Look at the Facts

October 23, 2020

By: South Bay Plastic Surgeons

Woman in Los Angeles, CA who has received CoolSculpting treatments that worked to eliminate fat

Ever wondered if CoolSculpting is really worth the hype? If you’ve heard about the treatment’s ability to “freeze the fat” and help you slim down without surgery, you probably have questions about how it actually works and whether you’ll really be able to see a difference. At our Torrance med spa, we perform CoolSculpting for people from Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, and throughout the Los Angeles region, and we’ve seen some pretty powerful transformations. Read on to learn more about the science behind CoolSculpting and …

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CoolSculpting®: Before, During, & After Treatment

December 2, 2019

By: South Bay Plastic Surgeons

Athletic woman in workout attire smiling and eating apple

As body contouring grows increasingly popular, more patients are interested in nonsurgical treatments such as CoolSculpting®. At our Manhattan Beach-area plastic surgery practice, we help men and women every day who want to freeze away stubborn fat. CoolSculpting is an excellent choice for those who are new to cosmetic procedures. But if you’re unsure of what to expect, don’t worry–we're here to help. You can feel more confident heading into treatment by knowing what lies ahead. In this blog post, we’ll walk step-by-step through the …

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CoolSculpting® vs. Liposuction: Which Is Right for You?

August 13, 2019

By: South Bay Plastic Surgeons

Two people in a pool after having body contouring procedures

When it comes to body contouring, CoolSculpting and liposuction are the go-to treatments for our Manhattan Beach and Torrance, CA, patients. Both options offer powerful fat reduction results that help the men and women who visit us feel more confident in their skin. However, these treatments do very different things and involve very different treatment experiences. The choice between them is ultimately a personal one, but it’s important to know the key differences between each approach. Which body contouring treatment is right for you? In …

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Your Top CoolSculpting® Questions Answered

July 8, 2019

By: South Bay Plastic Surgeons

It’s likely you’ve heard about CoolSculpting at our Manhattan Beach-area practice in Torrance. The nonsurgical body contouring approach has become a favorite of men and women who are looking to slim stubborn fat pockets without surgery. But as popular as the treatment is, many people still have questions about how it works, who it’s right for, and why it’s worth trying. In this blog post, we’re answering a few of your most commonly asked CoolSculpting questions. Q: How does CoolSculpting work? A: CoolSculpting works using …

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Dad Bod? Here Are Your Options to Look Trimmer by Summer

April 25, 2019

By: South Bay Plastic Surgeons

Slim dad walking on the beach with his son.

While some men love rocking the “dad bod,” not every man is crazy about the pockets of unwanted fat that accumulate with age. It’s a common concern for dads who want to feel confident and youthful, especially when they hit the pool or beach in the summer. There’s good news: Body contouring procedures performed at our Torrance practice, such as liposuction and CoolSculpting®, can help Manhattan Beach-area men look and feel better than ever. In this post, we’ll look at the most common dad bod …

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Unwanted Fat or Sagging Skin? Your Best Options for Each

December 27, 2018

By: South Bay Plastic Surgeons

When it comes to contouring your body, it can be difficult to know where to start—especially if you're not sure whether your concern is caused by excess skin or excess fat. Although both issues are common, they're often treated in very different ways. In some cases, nonsurgical treatments are good options. In other cases, a surgical option such as liposuction is your best bet to address unwanted fat. At our Manhattan Beach-area practice, we know that understanding the cause of your problem area is key …

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Join us for a Cool Night Out

January 7, 2015

By: South Bay Plastic Surgeons

On Thursday, January 15 from 6 - 8:30 p.m., our Torrance office will be hosting a fun-filled evening. Our Cool Night Out event will highlight our non-surgical fat reduction treatment, CoolSculpting®. We will be doing live demos of CoolSculpting, raffling off free treatments, and hosting consultations for anyone interested. We'll also have food and drinks, presentations by the maker of CoolSculpting, and our skin care specialists will be on hand to answer other questions for you. The event is free to attend but you must …

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How CoolSculpting® Works for Non-Surgical Body Contouring

December 3, 2014

By: DrNewman

In Torrance, South Bay Plastic Surgeons offers the FDA-cleared procedure to safely and effectively reduce subcutaneous fat. CoolSculpting is a fantastic option for people from Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, and throughout the South Bay who are hesitant to undergo liposuction or surgical fat removal. It is also a great addition to other options for body contouring. How Does CoolSculpting Work? This innovative procedure is based on science that found that fat cells are more sensitive to cold temperatures than other tissues. When exposed to controlled cooling, …

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