Weight loss can be tricky, especially when everyone has a different way to go about it. A balanced diet and physical exercise are believed to help with weight loss. However, they are time-consuming and not the best option for severely overweight patients. Moreover, they are not helpful for spot fat reduction.
There are multiple options available for significant weight loss such as bariatric surgery procedures and those interested in spot reduction can benefit from cryolipolysis procedures such as cool sculpting. The wide availability of options has made it difficult for everyone to choose one, with people wondering, ‘should I undergo surgery or opt for fat freezing?’.
What is Gastric Sleeve?
Gastric sleeve is a type of bariatric surgery procedure that is performed with the purpose of reducing the stomach size and facilitating the weight loss process. The procedure is performed to treat obesity and improve the quality of health and life of those affected.
The gastric sleeve procedure, or sleeve gastrectomy procedure, is a surgical procedure which includes the removal of a portion of the stomach. This reduces the size of the stomach and hence helps with weight loss. The procedure is a minimally invasive procedure performed laparoscopically and it removes between 60 per cent and 80 per cent of the stomach.
The remaining 20 per cent to 40 per cent of the stomach is stapled together and because it resembles a sleeve, the procedure is known as sleeve gastrectomy. This type of bariatric surgery is preferred over other types because the procedure duration is short and the risk of complications is low.
Moreover, the gastric sleeve procedure is well-tolerated by patients and it can also act as a bridge to other types of more intensive bariatric surgery procedures such as gastric bypass.
Benefits of Gastric Sleeve
The gastric sleeve procedure has several benefits, and they are not just physical but also mental. Physically, the gastric sleeve procedure along with other bariatric surgeries results in drastic weight loss that improves the appearance of the patient. This weight loss also helps reduce the risk of developing obesity-associated diseases such as diabetes mellitus type 2, hypertension, and heart disease. The quality of life improves markedly after successful gastric sleeve surgery.
The mental health of the patients also improves with the weight loss associated with bariatric surgery. The procedure gives the patient’s the confidence boost that they deserve. The improvement of their self-esteem, mental health, and overall physical health makes the gastric sleeve procedure worth it for the patients.
What is CoolSculpting?
CoolSculpting is a relatively new weight loss procedure that is mostly known for spot weight reduction. Weight loss or bariatric surgeries work on reducing the overall weight of the person, and diets and exercise do the same. Neither of these weight loss methods helps with spot reduction, which is the fat reduction in target regions only. However, CoolSculpting can.
CoolSculpting, a type of cryolipolysis procedure, is performed on target regions with stubborn fat deposits that just won’t go away. The procedure is performed in clinics and outpatient centres by fat freezing to the point that the fat cells begin shrinking and eventually, get eliminated by the body. As fat leaves the body, the body gets a toned and contoured appearance, hence why the procedure is considered to be a type of body contouring procedure.
CoolSculpting is a non-invasive procedure that includes the application of paddles on the target region for fat freezing, and suction is applied. It is important to note that while freezing temperatures are applied to the fat cells, there will be no damage to the skin and nerves surrounding the fat cells as they are not sensitive to cold temperatures.
Benefits of CoolSculpting
CoolSculpting or fat freezing has many benefits, some of which are similar to the benefits of bariatric surgery. The non-invasive procedure has been shown to cause significant weight reduction and produce lasting results with multiple sessions. The results are permanent and long-lasting after they develop.
CoolSculpting, despite being relatively new, is an FDA-approved treatment method for weight loss. As it helps with spot reduction, the physical benefits of the fat freezing procedure are significant. It can help people who are unhappy with the appearance of one part of their body but cannot get rid of the fat deposit there.
CoolSculpting gives people confidence in their bodies and helps them get rid of their physical insecurities. The mental health benefits of these are several and people report a high satisfaction rate after undergoing CoolSculpting.
Weight Loss Surgery VS Body Contouring: Which is the right one for you?
It is difficult to choose between the two when both provide such great benefits. However, you can easily choose between the two by knowing why you want to undergo the procedure.
If you are interested in losing weight and maintaining that drastic weight loss, then a bariatric surgery like the gastric sleeve procedure might be the best for you. However, you should be committed to weight loss and be prepared for the strict lifestyle changes following the procedure.
On the other hand, if you are looking for a way to get rid of stubborn fat deposits from target regions, then the fat freezing procedure or CoolSculpting is the right fit for you. It will help you get rid of the fat deposits permanently and isn’t associated with any significant lifestyle changes post-procedure.
The decision is yours to make based on what you are looking for. Both offer a wide range of benefits and have their own set of complications associated with them. It is best to speak to a doctor before making up your mind.
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