I have no results after CoolSculpting. Why doesn't it work?

Keep in mind, for best results with Coolsculpting, a combination approach is needed. I recommend adding radiofrequency treatments like Vanquish for skin tightening and with Z wave/Cellutone for skin smoothing. However, Vaser with ThermiRF procedure is the best combination for a toned result, but requires more downtime. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

There are lots of reasons that coolsculpting may not work. This is difficult to ascertain without seeing photos but it may be that you were unsuitable for various reasons.In general the effects of coolsculpting are mild and it may that you did not notice the small change or you need further  multiple treatment sessions. It has to be remembered that coolsculpting is not a bodycontouring surgery like liposuction. I have written a piece on why coolsculpting may not work anbd what your options are which you can read below

Hi.  Sorry to hear that your results were disappointing.  It's hard to answer specifically without your B & A photos. Patient selection is the key to Coolsculpting-areas with loose skin will not contour well and can make it appear as if there were "no results".  Each application will reduce one fifth of the fat thickness that is under the skin, so if there is significant thickness there, it may appear unchanged.  Any intra-abdominal fat will not be addressed.  An experienced CS provider can distinguish all of these scenarios.  Return to your provider, review your B & A photos and the choice of applicators/treatment times, etc.  Also, ask whether you need additional sessions to get your desired results.  I don't know of any connection to CS results and alcohol consumption.  Best wishes,

Thank you for your question. Without examining you in person it is difficult to give you advice. However, a factor that Coolsculpting didn’t work for you could be the fat in your abdomen could be visceral fat. This is a type of fat that is beneath the abdominal wall and cannot be treated with Coolsculpting. I recommend having a follow up with your treating physician to address your concerns. Best of Luck!

Coolsculpting works very well for subcutaneous fat, that is pinchable fat. If the stomach fat is mostly deep and inside the organs coolsculpting will not work. That is why a consultation with an experienced physician is very important.          

I would return to the place you had it done asd ask them to re evaluate with ore and post pictures and physical exam.  It sounds like you did one treatment on each site only?   It all depends on how much fat is there to begin with.  It only removes about 20% of the fat at a time so multiple sessions are usually necessary.  Also ask them about Paradoxical adipose hyperplasia.  It's rare but can stimulate fat growth.  Also see if you have gained weight since the treatments?   If not, perhaps they can retreat the sites

I'm very sorry to hear CoolSculpting did not work for you. Not everyone is a candidate for the CoolSculpting treatment or it just may be that you need more than 2 sessions to achieve your desired outcome. Another factor can be whether or not the fat you have is intra-abdominal/visceral fat. This type of fat lies out of reach, beneath the abdominal wall. It surrounds organs such as the liver and intestines. Surgical and non-surgical fat removal treatments are not able to get rid of this type of fat. It can only be reduced through diet and exercise. Anything you can pinch is treatable with CoolSculpting, while the fat you can't pinch is not.

Hi,
I assume there has been no change in weight.  It is very rare, but just like any non-surgical medical procedure, some people do not respond.  It is unclear why, and very rare.  It's not clear whether you would have any better results with the heat based fat reduction procedures.  It may be time to consider liposuction to ensure results.