What Is Difference Between Liposonix and Coolsculpting?

I was curious as to what is the difference between the two procedures? Thank you for your input.

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Liposonix is focused ultrasound for fat reduction

Liposonix and Coolsculpting are both FDA-approved noninvasive technologies for reduction of localized fat tissue that is disproportionate to the rest of the body. Coolsculpting (Zeltiq) used cold therapy to reduce the number of fat cells in areas that can be pinched between two paddles. Liposonix uses focused ultrasound energy to destry fat tissue in a specific layer that can be mapped out precisely, just as we do with liposuction. With both procedures, the fat cells that have been destroyed... more

Liposonix vs. Coolsculpting (Zeltiq)

We tested Zeltiq (Coolsculpting) at our clinic, and I just wasn't impressed with it. To my recollection, we scheduled 4 patients (volunteers) who were considered to be "ideal candidates" by Zeltiq representative, in that the patients were in good shape, ate well, exercised regularly, but just had a little bit of stubborn abdominal fat. We took many "before and after photos" and measurements, and then we saw the patients back 4 months after their procedure. Maybe... more

TruSculpt is the third and newest option

TruSculpt is the newest non-invasive fat reduction technology that uses heat instead of cold or lasers. It uses RF energy (electricity) at a specific wavelength to target the fat cells. We have seen significant results in our patients. We take 3D before and after photos that will demonstrate the improvement. The treatment is comfortable and just feels warm like a hot rock treatment. It takes about 30-60 minutes to treat one area and the results will be visible in 30-60 days. more

LipoSonix vs. Zeltiq

LipoSonix uses laser light to kill fat cells and Coolsculpting uses cold technology. Both are effective. No clinical trials in a randomized double blinded fashion have been done to distinguish between the efficacy of the two. It is my instinct that both treatments are effective, however it is important to note that it is difficult to use CoolSculpting in areas where the handpiece does not fit the contour of the body, specifically the arms and thighs. These areas are easy with LipoSonix. more

Liposonix and CoolSculpting, great but different approaches to fat reduction.

We have been reducing fat noninvasively with both CoolSculpting and Liposonix long enough to appreciate both technologies. Results are consistent and satisfying for both. For CoolSculpting the ideal patient will have fat that can be "pinched" so that it can be easily drawn into the CoolSculpting handpiece where the fat is slowly chilled over one hour. The fat layer is reduced by 20% or more with one treatment. With Liposonix, you need at least one inch of fat... more

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Liposonix uses HIFU, coolscultping freezes fat

We have both technologies in our office and both work! LipoSonix uses ultrasound energy (HIFU)light to kill fat cells and Coolsculpting uses cold technology. Both are effective. No clinical trials in a randomized double blinded fashion have been done to distinguish between the efficacy of the two. One difference is that CoolSculpting can only be used in areas where the handpiece fits the area of fat to be treated, while liposonix can be used where you can "pinch and inch" of fat more

Liposonix vs. coolsculpting

I have never been very impressed that CoolSculpt did very much. I find it to be painful, lengthy (it takes a lot of time), and it has to be done 3 times - and therefore more expensive. Liposonix is a one-hour treatment that can treat the abdomen and love handle areas in this time period. It only needs to be done one time which is better time savings for the patient. This involves HIFU (high intensity focused ultrasound) technology and therefore "heat" as compared to cold... more

Liposonix and Coolsculpting (Zeltiq) are both effective

Liposonix uses ultrasound technology to melt away fat, whereas CoolSclupting (Zeltiq) brings the temperature of fat down to a level where the fat cells die but the skin overlying the fat remains healthy and intact. Both work well when the right candidate is selected. In other words, after a careful examination, I can determine whether a patient is better suited for one procedure or another. Ideally, you should meet with a dermatologist or plastic surgeon who offers BOTH... more