When can I see full result of fat freezing? 1 month post-op.

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I had a fat freezing session on my tummy one month ago but i'm not seeing any results at all, and i got a second session few days ago but still not seeing a deference what could be the reason? I also started dieting and exercising 3 to 5 days a week to help but i have to say I'm really disappointed and feel like quitting everything. Is there a reason i'm not loosing the belly fat?

Calvin Jung, MD · Answer

Hi there,

Coolsculpting or "fat freezing" does take a period of time before the final results will be apparent.  If you are expecting dramatic changes, I would proceed cautiously with your expectations.  Most freezing methods will only improve the area 10-20%.  If you have a lot of stubborn adipose tissue in that area then the results will also not seem very impressive.  Give it some time and if your results are not as you had envisioned, I would go with minimally invasive liposculpture which will remove the fat from the area of your concern without question!

Douglas Wu, MD · Answer

After your fat cells have been killed with cryolipolysis, your body breaks them down and eliminates them through the lymph system. This process takes months. Some people see results from their CoolSculpting just a couple of weeks after their first session. However, for the most part your full results won't be visible for at least 3 months, maybe as many as six. Keep dieting and exercising – providing your routines are healthy and can be continued over the long term! Also, ask your dermatologist for a Zimmer Z-Wave radial pulsed therapy session after CoolSculpting – it can improve results over manual massage by 50%. Consulting with a board-certified dermatologist who has been certified by Zeltiq as a CoolSculpting practitioner will get you the best results.

Mitchell Chasin, MD · Answer

Results from a fat freezing procedure are gradual - once the cells are destroyed your body will naturally eliminate them through your lymphatic system which can take anywhere from 3 weeks to 6 months post procedure.
Most patients will typically see a fat reduction of 25%-35% in the area that was treated and combining diet and exercise the results prove to be incredibly long lasting. 
  
Not all patients have the 'right' type of fat to get great results from a fat freezing procedure like Coolsculpting.
  
To achieve great results from Coolsculpting you need the 'right' type of fat. You want subcutaneous, pinchable fat - fat that lies above the muscle. The fat that is below the muscle is called visceral fat and will not provide ideal results for the patient. 
  
An incorrect evaluation is the most common reason a patient may not see results from a fat freezing treatment.

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