Timing between CoolSculpting cycles?

Question

I’m wondering what is the optimal timing between Coolsculpting cycles. I had one cycle on my lower abdomen about 6 weeks ago. I know I can do another cycle now, but I’m wondering if it’s more effective to wait the full 3 months before doing a second cycle? Or does that not matter?

Joe Gryskiewicz, MD, FACS · Answer

Coolsculpting results will start to show at the four to six week mark and continue to show results for weeks after.  By three months is when you will see the optimal result of the first session, which by then if you were to do your second session at the four to six week mark. The effects from the second session will start to show when you are at your optimal result from the first session, allowing for you to visually notice a much better result.  If you wanted to wait longer to do the second session, there is no harm in that. It will not negatively effect your results in the long term. Good luck and happy freezing!

Danielle Shanley, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. It's actually more effective to do the two rounds 4-6 weeks apart. Then you would come in 3 months after your second round to take after pics.

Ran Y. Rubinstein, MD · Answer

Most patients will require two treatments to achieve their desired result. It is recommended to re-treat at 6 weeks instead of waiting. At 3 months following treatment you can expect to see your final result.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

I normally wait at least 6 weeks in between CoolSculpting treatments to the same area.  I don't think there's any problem waiting a longer period though.  I don't think the results would be different if the interval was 6 weeks versus 12 weeks.

Laura A. Katz, MD · Answer

Optimal timing after one cycle is three months to see maximal improvement.  Stacking cycles closer together does not truly enhance results.  Also, it is best to do monthly follow ups with photos and circumference measurements and weights.  While Coolsculpting is not advertised as a weight loss method, weights are still helpful.  Serial circumference measurements more accurately demonstrate the difference in inches that Coolsculpting offers which result in clothes fitting differently.

Anshul Gambhir, MD · Answer

Hi, thank you for your question! In our office we recommend waiting 3 months in between each treatment. Results for cool-sculpting are typically seen 1-3 months after treatment. Full results may take up to 6 months.

Scott A. Smith, DO · Answer

Two cycles are always recommended; 6 weeks apart. You will see your best results after that second treatment. We do not recommend waiting 3 months in between cycles.

Anna Avaliani, MD · Answer

The optimal treatment time between treatments is 4-6 weeks. There is a minimum recommended number of sessions which is usually 2-3. After you have done 2 treatments, then you wait 3 months to see the best results.
Waiting 3 months between sessions is not a standard protocol.Best,DrAnna Avaliani, NYC

Leonard Grossman, MD · Answer

If you see a significant reduction in the amount of fat on your belly, then I would definitely wait three months for the second treatment. I hope this helps and good luck from New York City Plastic Surgery.

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