What Are the Odds of Contour Deformities with Zeltiq CoolSculpt?

Cool sculpting can lead to a contour deformity if it is done in an area where the fat distribution is misunderstand such as the inner thigh.

If cool sculpting is performed by expert physician, then it is safe and very rare to experience any odd contouring.  Coolsculpting is an excellent form of non-invasive  fat reduction for the right patient. Some applicators take 1 or 2 hours but the new advantage applicators take only 35 minutes and have significantly less risk for delayed onset pain (especially in the abdomen). Results are seen at 2 months and typically 1-3 treatments will be necessary on each area to achieve ideal results. The number of treatments depends on the amount of fat there and the patient's goals.  There is not downtime and the results can be impressive in the right patient.  We also use the Zimmer Z-wave for improved patient comfort and added results. The best candidates are those who are in pretty good shape with areas of stubborn fat that won't go away no matter what.My best,Sheila Nazarian, MD, MMMBeverly Hills, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

The odds of contour deformities are quite slim and your physician should have an aesthetic eye to make sure everything is done in proportion.