What is the boundary area affected by one CoolSculpting Applicator? How far beyond the application area?

 Zeltiq has developed a number of different applicators to use with their highly effective CoolSculpting body-contouring procedure, which kills fat cells by lowering their temperature until they go into a slow-death cycle. The applicators that use suction only treat the tissue that is vacuumed into the head. Flat applicators treat the area that is being touched by the CoolSculpting panel. The effect does not extend beyond the applicator in either case. For best and most uniform results, we often create an overlap pattern when administering CoolSculpting.  Please find a board-certified dermatologist who is an expert at CoolSculpting and has been certified as such by Zeltiq so that you can learn more about how to remove fat without surgery and find out if you are a candidate for nonsurgical body contouring. 

The treatment area is the area that is able to be sucked into the applicator. Keep in mind, for best results with Coolsculpting, a combination approach is needed. I recommend adding radiofrequency treatments like Vanquish, Venus Legacy, Exilis Ultra for skin tightening and with Z wave/Cellutone for skin smoothing. However, a Vaser with ThermiRF procedure is the best combination for a toned result, but requires more downtime. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Thank you for your question. The affected area depends on the applicator being used. Some of the applicators use suction and the fat that is suctioned is the affected area. Others are flat panels and the affected area is where the applicator lies. You should go in for a consultation with a reputable provider so they can fit you for an applicator and you will be able to see the size of the area that will be treated. Best of luck!