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How Long Until the Average Zeltiq Patient Starts to Notice Results?

asked 1 year ago by DaniJeanine85 in Connecticut
Latest answer by Ronald Shelton, MD
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Tags: stomach, female, 110-129 lbs, 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in, 1 month post-op, love handles, results, timing

I got Zeltiq done on 3/29/11. It's been one month and one week and I really haven't noticed a difference. I'm 5'2" and 117 lbs, so I'm thin, but I've always had larger than expected love handles/lower stomach. I'm starting to get worried that I'm not seeing results, as many patients report that they saw a difference after one month. Is it normal that I'm not seeing anything yet? I know that they say the full result isn't until 4 months after, but when should I first start to see it working?

11 answers to How Long Until the Average Zeltiq Patient Starts to Notice Results?

Zeltiq Procedure Results, Coolsculpting Treatment

Yes, this is normal - some patients start to see Zeltiq results as quickly as three weeks after treatment, and will experience the most dramatic results after two to three months. But your body is still flushing fat cells and will continue doing so for up to four to six months after treatment. You can also attain further reduction with an additional procedure resulting in a higher percentage of fat loss. Some patients though, find that one treatment fully addresses their goals. You and... more

Karyn Grossman, MD
Santa Monica Dermatologic Surgeon

www.grossmandermatology.com

Noticing results gradually after Zeltiq

Greetings~ Don't worry if you haven't noticed results yet. Some people do notice results quickly (within the first few weeks) but others can take a number of months (2-4, but some even 4-6). Quick results are not indicative of better results overall, they're just quicker. You are still very much in the running for a good result from your treatment, but do keep in mind that some patients do require 2-3 treatments in an area for optimal results. It's... more

Grant Stevens, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

marinaplasticsurgery.com

CoolSculpting Results Can Take 2-3 Months to Show

After using CoolSculpting for over 1 year, we have found that only a few patients will show results in as soon as 1 month, but a more consistent finding is that it takes 2-3 months to see the final result. So we typically see patients for follow up between 8 - 10 weeks. At that point, we can make an assessment if the treatment worked well for them, if they need another treatment in the same area or if they would like to treat a different area.

Kent V. Hasen, MD
Naples Plastic Surgeon

How long until I see results after Coolsculpting treatment

The average is about 2-4 months after your treatment when you would begin to see results. Final results are usually seen by 4-6 months. There are some patients who can begin to see changes even earlier and this is more frequent with the large applicator. Clinical trial data has shown for most people, a 2nd treatment within about 2 months of the first does lead to greater reduction. This is best to be discussed with your treating physician and can determine which would be ideal for... more

Lori A. Brightman, MD
New York Dermatologic Surgeon

How Long Before I see Coolsculpting Results?

Hi, On average, most patients start noticing a difference in the way their clothes fit and how they look right around 3-4 weeks. Some patients have reported changes in as early as 1-2 weeks. However, you will continue to improve for 2-4 months after your treatment as long as you maintain your ideal weight. Every one of our patients at two months have been very happy with their treatments and want to do more areas! Be patient, you will see results! Best, Dr... more

Grace Liu, MD
Newport Beach Dermatologic Surgeon

www.newportcoastdermatology.com

Zeltiq Coolsculpting Results are seen within four weeks

We have been using Coolsculpting in our practice since it's FDA approval. Our patients are showing results consistently by four weeks and continue to improve over four months. The results have been excellent for reducing fat.

Steven Hacker, MD
West Palm Beach Dermatologic Surgeon

www.palmbeachdermasurgery.com

CoolSculpting can provide improvement in a few weeks or a few months

Many patients only show improvement after several months. Studies showed that there was about 20% reduction at four monnths but the improvement continued thereafter for a couple of months on ultrasound analysis. The percent improvement was not significantly greater though, so we refer to the four month point as a practical matter. We have offered repeat treatments at two months for patients who want to maximize their results, but retreatment can be doneat four months or... more

Ronald Shelton, MD
Manhattan Dermatologist

www.thenyac.com

Noticing Results after CoolSculpting

Thank you for your question. Although some patients see results after 3-4 weeks, most start seeing the results at 2 months after the treatment and even sometimes takes up to 4-5 months after the treatment. Be patient to see how your body responds and hopefully you will be happy with the results.. Remember that some patients need more than one treatment in an area to see the results they want. Best Wishes! see video

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

1 month is not a lot of time

The results on average take about 3 months and you may not see full results until later. since you are relatively thin to start with you probably have less fat to lose, and therefore will not see as dramatic results as early.

Eric Chang, MD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

www.columbiaaesthetic.com

Coolsculpting results take time - about 2-4 months

Coolsculpting is a slow process that takes 2-4 months to get results. Most patients will start to see results by 2 months, but you won't know the full result for 4 months. This assumes that your weight is stable (as yours is).

Melissa Chiang, MD
Houston Dermatologist

www.integratedplasticsurgery.com

How Long Does it Take to See Results with CoolSculpting

Don't worry. Although some patients see results in as early as three weeks most patients will see the most dramatic results between the 2nd to 4th month after treatment. Early results are not predictive of the degree of benefit one will eventually see. Keep your spirits up.