How Soon After Having Coolsculpting Are Measurable Results Seen?

Hello and thank-you for your question.Coolsculpting works on the basis that fat cells are more sensitive to cold than are surrounding tissues of the skin. During the Coolsculpting treatment the fat is cooled to cause cryolipolyis while carefully monitoring the tempature of the skin surface. The fat cells release their fat and shrink.  Unlike liposuction where the fat is removed, the released fat is metabolized and eliminated by your body.  The improvement can generally be seen at 3 weeks, but it typically takes 3 months to see the final result.  Most people require more than one treatment depending on degree of improvement needed and expectations. We utilize the new Cool Advantage applicators which are much more comfortable and reduce treatment time to 35 minutes.  We currently have 4 Coolsculpting machines and can offer "Dual Sculpting" which further reduces the treatment time.  I recommend scheduling a consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon well versed in all options for body contouring to determine if you an ideal candidate for Coolsculpting. Best wishes

Thank you for your good question. CoolSculpting uses cryolipolysis (controlled cooling) to freeze fat cells. The treated cells slowly shrink and die and then are gradually eliminated through natural body processes. Because the elimination process is completed over time, you will not see your full CoolSculpting results right away. My patients may start to see some improvement as early as three weeks after the procedure, but the full effect is usually seen in three months. Make sure your procedure is performed by a very experienced provider with expertise in CoolSculpting techniques. Proper placement of the applicators will make a big difference in the quality of your outcome.

Hi.  Measurable results can take awhile because the biologic/cellular processes of swelling(inflammation) and healing have to run their natural course. This includes the time necessary for skin contraction to occur.  The elimination of dead fat cells by the body takes time (not like liposuction in which they are removed immediately).  Talk to your CS provider about how much fat reduction you want b/c there may also be a need to retreat an area--should be done no sooner than 3 months for similar reasons.  Best wishes, Dr. Doolabh