Why Do Some People Not See Results with Coolsculpting?

I have searched for this and have not been able to find a definitive answer. Perhaps there has not been any research into the issue. I read online that one doctor speculated that some individuals have fat cells that are more resilient, and either do not die from cryolipolysis, or die at a much lower percentage. Does anyone have any insight into this, or care to speculate?

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CoolSculpting Results

I think it is important to find a practice that understands the importance of patient selection. In addition to patient selection, technicians must be well trained. The attachments must have ideal contact and "grab" of the skin and fat treated. CoolSculpting, it is a spot reducing procedure, rather than a weight loss procedure. Ideal candidates for CoolSculpting are people looking for reduction of stubborn areas of fat. They are at or near a healthy weight and not... more

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CoolSculpting by Zeltiq can induce fat loss for most patients. Others may not obtain as good results

Many procedures can produce great results for the majority of patients but the minority might not receive as good results. If the fat and skin is not as pinchable in one area as others, then the fat can't gain access into the CoolSculpting's device's applicator and wont' get as good a result. There may be a difference in results depending on the type of fat and its saturated vs. unsaturated fatty content. see video

CoolSculpting Results

CoolSculpting is not a weight loss solution for people who are obese, or a substitute for surgical methods such as liposuction. Good candidates have noticeable bulges in certain areas they’d like to get rid of. If someone receives the treatment but is not the right candidate, their results will not be as optimal.

CoolSculpting as non invasive fat reduction result

Coolsculpting is FDA approved for the abdomen and waistline. In my experience, the best results are seen in patients who are good candidate for the procedure. Good candidate receive good to excellent results with coolsculpting. It is not a weight loss procedure. The area of interest has to fit the cooling panels. The fat tissue has to be drawn into the cooling panel for maximum effectiveness. Coolsculpting is designed to removal fatty areas that does not respond to diet and... more