How much fat, percentage-wise, can I expect to lose from CoolSculpting? (photos)

Question

Like many, I have a muffin-top. I've heard it quoted that CoolSculpting can remove ~20% of fat. I'm wondering if this 20% estimate is per-treatment? Also, I'm wondering if you experts out there think CoolSculpting would be the best approach for me based on the attached photos, or whether lipo would yield better results?

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

A single CoolSculpting treatment will normally result in destruction of about 20-25% of the fat cells in the treated area.  With multiple treatment sessions, more fat can be destroyed.  You appear to be a good candidate for CoolSculpting, but liposuction is an alternative.  More fat can potentially be removed in a single liposuction procedure, compared with a single CoolSculpting session, but liposuction is invasive and requires a recovery period.

Andrew T. Lyos, MD, FACS · Answer

CoolSculpting is a great, FDA-approved treatment for fat reduction of the abdomen. 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 may take more than one treatment to achieve optimal results. 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.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Coolsculpting eliminates 20 - 25% of fat cells per treatment. Coolsculpting and liposuction yields different result and has different benefits. I recommend consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon to determine which you are best suited for. Regards,

William Groff, DO · Answer

As you've learned, CoolSculpting will destroy about 20% to 30% of fat cells from a treated area. Most patients need two to three or even more treatment sessions to get the results they want. If you have two sessions, you can lose between 40% to 60% of your fat; at three sessions you'd be up to 60% to 75% of the fat.Both liposuction and CoolSculpting can eliminate stubborn muffin tops and give your abdomen a more sculpted shape. The advantage to CoolSculpting is that there is almost no downtime. Most people will have a few days of tenderness or swelling. It will take between three to six months after your final treatment before your full results can be appreciated. Be sure to consult a board-certified dermatologist who is a certified CoolSculpting practitioner to have your muffin top removed for good.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

A Coolsculpting treatment will destroy up to 20% of the fat cells within the treated area. Coolsculpting is good for stubborn areas of fat, but lacks body contouring and shaping.  WE often combine with vanquish as a "fire and ice" treatment for better results. However for best contouring, I recommend a hi definition procedure like VASER liposuction. I use VASER HI DEF with ThermRF and fat grafting to get the most fat removal, skin tightening, contour and definition. This combination will give you the most toned and athletic-looking result. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a hi definition physique expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Vaishali B. Doolabh, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi deandavis.  Thanks for sharing pics.  The best way to know if you are a candidate for CS is to have the applicator templates placed on the different areas during your consultation.  It is estimated that 20% of fat reduction occurs with each applicator, and yes, if you did a second treatment 3 months later, another 20% is theoretically feasible.  Your CS specialist will assess how much fat thickness (vs. fibrous tissue) there is to guide you on the number of treatments. New applicators only require 35 minutes per area, and an office with multiple machines can treat even faster. Liposuction will be able to remove more fat in a single session in any given area and multiple areas can be addressed sometimes faster than CS.  Choosing between the two depends upon your preference/aversion to anesthesia, time frame for results, etc.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. A single treatment destroys 20-25% of the fat cells in the area treated. Therefore, more fat cells can be destroyed with multiple treatment sessions. From your photo’s you appear to be a good candidate for Coolsculpting treatment. However, liposuction is another option, but this is an invasive procedure and requires a recovery period. I recommend having a consultation with an expert to discuss your concerns and to determine the best treatment plan for you. Best of Luck!

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. A single treatment destroys 20-25% of the fat cells in the area treated. Therefore, more fat cells can be destroyed with multiple treatment sessions. From your photo’s you appear to be a good candidate for Coolsculpting treatment. However, liposuction is another option, but this is an invasive procedure and requires a recovery period. I recommend having a consultation with an expert to discuss your concerns and to determine the best treatment plan for you. Best of Luck!

Karen Beasley, MD · Answer

Your muffin top is just the kind of stubborn area of fat that CoolSculpting is designed to treat. Based on your photos, you would be a good candidate, because you are already fit and just need help contouring your abdomen. CoolSculpting removes about 20% of fat with each treatment, which is why most people opt for two or three treatments. Three sessions of CoolSculpting is about equivalent to one session of liposuction, but without the longer recovery time. Consulting a board-certified dermatologist will help you decide which procedure is best for you.

Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS · Answer

While coolsculpting is an excellent procedure and about 20% of the fat cells in the treated area are killed based on clinical studies of the abdomen, liposuction does provide better control and certainty of results. Liposuction in many parts of the country may still be a better value. Consult in person with an experienced and expert board certified plastic surgeon who also directs a Certified Coolsculpting Center to understand your options.

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