No Results After 1st CoolSculpting Session. (photos)

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I had one session of CoolSculpting done to both of my inner thighs & flanks with a licensed master aesthetician at a reputable medspa but at the ten-week mark, saw no signs of progress. For reference, I'm 5'9" and weigh 149 pounds. My lifestyle consists of regular exercise and a healthy diet. No weight change has occurred since my first session - in fact, I have toned up slightly. Is it normal to not see any sort of results at this point in either of the treated areas?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It will take about 3-6 months to see your final results. For best results with Coolsculpting, I recommend a combination approach. I recommend adding radiofrequency treatments like Vanquish, Venus Legacy, Exilis Ultra for skin tightening and with Z wave/Cellutone for skin smoothing. VASER with ThermiRF is a great alternative. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

William Groff, DO · Answer

It takes three to six months to be able to appreciate your final results with CoolSculpting, as it takes the body time to eliminate the destroyed fat cells. Also, generally, you need more than one session to achieve optimal results, as only about 25% of fat can be removed during each treatment. You didn't say how long it had been since your CoolSculpting session, but if it's less than six months, your results are probably not yet visible.From your description of looking more “toned,” however, you may already be seeing some of the benefits of your CoolSculpting session. CoolSculpting is a body-contouring treatment, not a a weight-loss method, so you will see your results in your shape, not your scale. Be sure to consult a board-certified dermatologist who is certified by Zeltiq as a CoolSculpting practitioner if you have any other questions or concerns.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

It can take up to 12 weeks to see the full effects from a CoolSculpting treatment.  Given the fact that your starting point had relatively little fat, I would expect only subtle improvement with the treatment as well.  In addition, some people need more than one treatment session to obtain improvement.

Margaret Weiss, MD · Answer

It takes from 3 to 6 months before you see your final CoolSculpting results because the body must eliminate all of the components of the fat cells that were killed in the procedure. Also, most patients need at least two or three sessions spaced about two months apart to remove as much fat as they desire. You can only kill about 25% of fat cells in a single treatment. If you don't notice a difference in the treated area after the 6-month mark, please see a board-certified dermatologist to schedule your next session.

Edward Stokes, MD · Answer

Hi jlc08002, thank you for your question.  Having successfully performed over ten thousand treatment hours of CoolSculpting, we have found that the consultation is key to understanding what to expect from the treatment.  One of the things that we always educate out patients on is that CoolSculpting is not a weight loss modality.  This treatment will not provide any noticeable weight loss whatsoever, and is only intended to sculpt the body by permanently removing pockets of subcutaneous fat.  Each treatment will most likely remove from 20-25% of the fat from the areas that are treated.  This is not an easy thing to see.  The first treatment is usually felt, more than seen.  Clothes will fit better, and the patient may have the impression that they are more toned, as you described. In addition, full results may take anywhere from 3-6 month to present completely.  So, at 10 weeks, it would be premature to speculate how successful the treatment actually was.  I hope that this was helpful to you.  Good luck with your CoolSculpting results!

Manish Khanna, MD, FRCP(C) · Answer

Hi jlc08002,Typically were tell patients that it could take up to 3-4 months to see results, although most patients will notice some changes around 2  months. We have seen faster results since we started to combine CoolSculpting with Zwave technology. The combination of these two has shown to provide better results, faster results, and faster post treatment recovery. I imagine you will be going back for a second follow-up visit around the 12-16 week mark. Hopefully you will then see a difference and be pleased with your results. The clinic took great pictures so the before and after assessment should be easy. Best of luck, Manish Khanna MDFRCPC

Renee Burke, MD · Answer

Hello. After your CoolSculpting procedure, it can take 3-6 months to see full results. I recommend you go back to the provider that treated you to evaluate doing additional treatments to get the best result. Keep in mind that CoolSculpting is not a weight loss procedure. Best of luck to you.

Jill C. Fichtel, MD · Answer

It can take 3-5 months to appreciate the full effect of CoolSculpting.  Beyond that, for maximum results, I often recommend a total of two or three sessions, depending on the area treated.  Stay patient, continue regular exercise and healthy diet.

No Results After 1st CoolSculpting Session. (photos)

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