Does CoolSculpting Really Work?

CoolSculpting DOES work.  But, I wold strongly disagree with the dermatologist who started her answer with "CoolSculpting works for everyone" It does not.   Most healthy people with areas of stubborn, unwanted fat can achieve wonderful results with CoolSculpting

 

  Some people simply do not have enough body fat for Coolsculpting to work effectively. There are areas where a person may have unwanted small bulges, but if the handpiece doesn't fit securely, the patient will not see results.  Even people with large bellies, but very firm fat may not be ideal candidates if the handp[iece does not fit securely over the skin and fat .  Additionally people who are obese, and looking for weight loss vs. reduction or elimination of stubborn areas of excess fat are not ideal candidates.

Yes, CoolSculpting works. It works for most people, but not for everyone. Please take your time and ask a lot of questions before and during your consultation. if you feel any pressure during a consultation, do not procedure with a treatment at that time.

We have had people disappointed to learn they are not ideal candidates for CoolSculpting in my practice. But, being turned away with an explanation is far less disappointing than having someone take your money and time for a procedure that may not be ideal for you.

 

CoolSculpting® is absolutely effective when applied to the right candidate. CoolSculpting works best on targeted areas of unwanted fat, so it’s not appropriate for individuals who want significant, all-over fat loss. Some patients see good results after a single procedure, but for those who require 2 treatments, I recommend waiting a month before considering a second one.

CoolSculpting is a great option for patients who have pinchable fat in the abdomen, arms, inner/outer thighs, flanks, banana roll (under the buttocks), as well as under the chin and "back" fat. Patients need to understand that there is a 25% reduction of fat each time the area is treated---it is not immediately fat reduction as in liposuction. The benefits of CoolSculpting are that it does not require anesthesia, and it has no downtime. The results, while permanent, take longer to see since the fat cells die over a period of 4-6 weeks. We offer consultations for CoolSculpting as well as liposuction to weigh the best options and to find out if you are a candidate for CoolSculpting.

My practice has completed well over a thousand CoolSculpting sessions. I can a say that with very few exceptions, they all loose volume due to the treatment. The amount of fat reduced varies with patients, but I think of the volume reduction to be nearly the size of a stick of butter. So if you can imagine your unwanted fat as multiple butter sticks, you can get an idea of how many sessions you might require. CoolSculpting works best with fit patients who want to loose discrete areas of fat in localized areas. I don't recommend it for obese patients (they won't see it) or generalized fat deposits (where do you stop). Is liposuction more effective, yes! But liposuction has multiple hassles and requires some recovery, not to mention the risks. CoolSculpting has very few risks, and little discomfort. You can eat your lunch during the session, but it might be a little ironic to eat the fat back. We can do additional treatments of the same areas as soon as six weeks but the final result may take three months. 

Thank you for your question! 
The CoolSculpting fat-freezing procedure is the only FDA-cleared, non-surgical, non-invasive fat-reduction procedure  that uses controlled cooling to eliminate stubborn fat cells that are immune to all efforts of diet and exercise.The CoolSculpting treatment uses a method called Cryolipolysis (fat freezing) once the fat is frozen it goes through apoptosis (programmed cell death). Over time, your body will naturally processes the fat and eliminates the dead cells, leaving a more sculpted and contoured treatment area. The best way to know if this is right for you and how many treatments you will need is by setting up a consultation with a CoolSculpting. This process is important because everyone has different desires and concerns for their treatment. Having a consultation will equip you with the knowledge and special treatment plan needed to move forward. 
For more information regarding your question, please see the video below. 
Good luck to you!
Anil Rajani, MD

It is recommended to wait a minimum of 6 weeks in between before re-treating the same area. However, you are able to treat other areas through dual-sculpting. This is where an office has two cool sculpting machines making it faster to treat more than one area at a time. For example, you can treat your flank and abdomen at the same time with dual-sculpting.  This cuts your time in half and only requires you to come back for a possible second treatment after 6 weeks.

The answer to your question is yes, Coolsculpting works.  A successful treatment will result in a 25% reduction of the thickness of  of pinched fat from an area such as the lower abdomen or flanks.  We generally recommend that patients wait 8 weeks between Coolsculpting sessions to allow time to see the results. The best results from Coolsculpting are generally achieved by patients with a BMI less than 30 and good skin thickness and skin elasticity.  A complete evaluation by a plastic surgeon will help a patient understand whether Coolsculpting, liposuction, smartlipo, a miniabdominoplasty, a noninvasive skin tightening procedure, or some staged combination of the above is the best treatment for her.

Thank you for your question!CoolSculpting is a great, FDA-approved treatment for fat reduction. Coolsculpting relies on Cryolipolysis due to the fact that fat cells are more sensitive to cold than are other tissues. We utilize the new Cool Advantage applicators which are much more comfortable and reduce treatment time to 35 minutes. The advance cooling technology selectively targets and eliminates fat cells gently and gradually without affecting the surrounding tissue. Patients in our office have seen an average fat reduction of 20-25% with each treatment. Depending on the patient's body composition and outcome goals, it generally takes more than one treatment to achieve optimal results. A second treatment is general scheduled 30 to 45 days after the initial treatment. It takes about 2-3 months to get a general idea of the final results. The results are long-lasting as long as you maintain a stable healthy lifestyle.  I recommend scheduling a consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon well versed in all aspects of body contouring to determine if your an ideal candidate for CoolSculpting.Best of Luck ,Andrew T. Lyos, MD, FACS

Hi.  Coolsculpting really can work to reduce fat.  If skin is loose and saggy, there may not be an obvious correction after the fat has been reduced, bringing into question whether it worked or not.  The interval of time between treatments is about 3 months so that the initial treatment has had a chance to fully work.  Signs of an experienced, busy CS provider is that he/she has had advanced training through Coolsculpting University, uses the new Advantage applicators that cool more and work faster, and has multiple machines.  Best wishes,

CoolSculpting does work, when you treat the right areas. The best results received from Coolsculpting are in patients who have small areas of exercise resistant fat.  It is not a weight loss procedure and does not work on dense or intra-abdominal fat. It works on 'pinchable' fat and most patients will see a 20-25% reduction of the fat cells in the area being treated.  Depending on the treatment area the results can be subtle and provide more of a contour or 'sculpting' result than dropping inches of fat.  It is always best to consult with an experienced Coolsculpting clinician in person prior to your treatment to see if you are a good candidate for the treatment. 

Thank you for your question! Yes, CoolSculpting does work if you are the proper candidate for this treatment. CoolSculpting is geared towards the patients who have stubborn areas of fat that they would like to get rid of despite diet and exercise. Following one CoolSculpitng treatment patients will notice up to a 25% fat reduction in the treated area. This treatment is not a fat loss tool nor does it tighten sagging, loose skin. The key to a success story with CoolSculpting is to make sure you are going to an expert who is CoolSculpitng certified. Good luck!