Does fat freeze really work?

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does it really work? the doctors that don't offer it (they say they have better techniques) say it doesn't work and the ones that do say it's the best. is it suitable for someone who has very little fat to loose? Also, how do you choose the best doctor? I have seen few and I always feel I am being sold the technique they have not the best for me.

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

Coolsculpting is best when performed on an area that has an excess number of fat cells.  For example, women say, "When I gain weight, it goes straight to my belly."  That means that you were born with more fat cells in your abdominal area.  It would be great to perform coolsculpting in that area to reduce the number of fat cells there and make that are more proportional with the rest of your body.  Then, if you gain weight, it will be more evenly distributed over your body.  It won't just "go straight" to one area.  
The fat loss is permanent after Coolsculpting.  You typically lose 20-25% of the fat in the area treated, each time you treat it.  I have done it to myself and my staff.  It is truly effective and has no down time.
  
Best of Luck,
 Sheila Nazarian

Steve Merten, FRACS - Account Suspended · Answer

Clatuu is usually very effective, can do 2 areas simultaneously and this makes it time and cost effective. Regards, Dr Steve Merten, Sydney, Australia

Kimberly Butterwick, MD · Answer

CoolSculpting is
FDA approved for fat elimination because it has been proven to be
effective. Certainly, each center has fat elimination techniques that
they favor. We have been using CoolSculpting for many years and find
it to be extremely effective for the right patient.  Sometimes other
treatment options would give a better result, depending on skin
looseness and the amount of fat.  I think it is best to consult with
a board-certified dermatologist with expertise in, not only
CoolSculpting, but with several other modalities. Then they can
choose what is best for your situation rather than just use the same
treatment for everyone.

Rebecca Fitzgerald, MD · Answer

Every physician is entitled to opinion - and you are right, sometimes they will only speak well of what they have in their office. But the FDA won't approve a device unless it is proven to do what it says it will do. CoolSculpting is FDA approved and it does work. But it won't work if it's used for the wrong reason. The right reason: You have a few fat bulges that have been resistant to exercise and diet.The wrong reason: You are overweight, want to lose weight and you don't want to diet or exercise.CoolSculpting is not surgery so it can't be directly compared to liposuction. Remember, this is a completely noninvasive treatment and the applicators only cover a certain area. But for helping trim down small fat pockets, it's a simple and effective process.Your treating provider (this could be a doctor, nurse or PA) can tell you if you are a good candidate...and you need to have that "inch to pinch" to even consider it. As to how you choose - a good recommendation is to pick a practice that is supported by a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon. Both will have ample education and training working with the skin and body tissues.

Andrew T. Lyos, MD, FACS · Answer

CoolSculpting is a great, FDA-approved treatment for fat reduction of the abdomen and flanks. It can be used safely for off-label treatment of the upper arms, inner/outer thighs, bra-strap area and above the knees. 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 one treatment. I recommend scheduling a consultation to determine if your an ideal candidate for CoolSculpting.

Lorrie Klein, MD · Answer

We were one of the first offices to offer CoolSculpting in Orange County, 4 years ago.  We have found it works great, for the right patient.  Patients that are too thin with just loose skin, or those that are too "round" do not do as well as patients who just have bulges.Doctors who don't offer a procedure will usually say something doesn't work because they want to do surgery instead or have you try something else.  CoolSculpting is the most effective non-surgical procedure available for fat reduction.  In my office we find it especially useful for our many patients who do not want lipo-suction.  If you research who is doing CoolSculpting, most of the top cosmetic physicians offer it.We find it so successful we just bought a second machine to do "dual sculpting" (2 areas at the same time).

Miguel Delgado, MD · Answer

CoolSculpting is an excellent technique for the person that has a small amount of fat to lose. If you can pinch more than 2" it would be better to lose weight first or have liposuction done. Be sure to see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon that offers both CoolSculpting and liposuction to determine which may be best for you. Ask to speak to a patient that has had the treatment done. Good luck!

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

CoolSculpting (freezing fat) really does work.  It is ideal for treating people who are not overweight but have small areas of unwanted fat at the front or sides of the stomach.  Liposuction (surgical fat removal) also works very well, but it is an invasive procedure with recovery time, whereas CoolSculpting is not.  You might consider consulting with a doctor who does both CoolSculpting and liposuction so that you can get the pros and cons of both.

Melda A. Isaac, MD · Answer

Cryolipolysis is a patented technique developed by Zeltiq for their CoolSculpting system. It lowers the temperature of fat sufficiently to freeze and destroy it, so it can be eliminated by the body over the next three to four months. It really works, and the results are permanent. CoolSculpting is best for people who have only small amounts of fat to lose. Keep interviewing board-certified dermatologists with expertise in CoolSculpting until you find one who inspires confidence.

Angela Bowers, MD · Answer

Yes, coolsculpting works great. It has been such a wonderful procedure to offer patients since it is safe with no downtime and excellent results!  There are other great comments already listed.

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