How long before results with Coolsculpting?

Coolsculpting is an excellent form of non-invasive  fat reduction for
the right patient. Some applicators take 1 or 2 hours but the new advantage
applicators take only 35 minutes and have significantly less risk for delayed
onset pain (especially in the abdomen). Results are seen at 2 months and
typically 1-3 treatments will be necessary on each area to achieve ideal
results. The number of treatments depends on the amount of fat there and the
patient's goals.  There is not downtime and the results can be impressive
in the right patient.  We also use the Zimmer Z-wave for improved patient
comfort and added results. The best candidates are those who are in pretty
good shape with areas of stubborn fat that won't go away no matter what.

My best,

Sheila Nazarian, MD, MMM

Beverly Hills,
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

CoolSculpting technology involves crystallizing fat cells so that they can be naturally filtered from your body for good. Most patients see results after 1-3 months, but it does take the body 3-4 months to completely eliminate the treated fat cells. As CoolSculpting reduces fat in treated areas by 25% incrementally, multiple sessions are sometimes needed for a patient to achieve their personal aesthetic goal. In the next couple months, you should see a gradual reduction in thickness of your upper arms and even more with additional cycles. Consult your board-certified plastic surgeon and CoolSculpting provider regarding any questions or concerns following your procedure. Good luck!

Patients  can start to see results in as little as three to four weeks but patients usually start to see the full result by three months post treatment. I would give it some more time, i have seen great results with treatments to the upper arms. 

Dear Jenna, Patient can start to see changes in a month but we do all our follow up photos and pass our judgment on the results at month 3. You should allow more time to see full benefit. 

A:  Some people will see results as soon as 3 weeks, but most people will not see the full benefits until 3 months.  If more than one treatment cycle is needed, you would need to wait 3 months after that one as well.  If you know you will need more than one cycle for the area, retreating at 2 months can help speed things up!  Hang in there.

The usual time for optimal results is 3 months. Zeltiq recommends waiting at least 3 months between treatments. You massage in the interval time period is essenetial to optimal results as are improved diet and exercise.Best,Dr. C

Thank you for your question. Patients typically start seeing results around 3-4 weeks with final results around 3-4 months. Results can be gradual so we recommend taking before and after pictures to see results. We have had tremendous success with the upper arms. Best wishes. 

It can take 3-4 months to see the full effect from a CoolSculpting treatment but some patients can begin to see some improvement after about a month.  The number of treatment sessions can vary by patient, but in my experience, the range is usually between 1-3 sessions to obtain the desired result.  

Hi Jenna. Though some people may see improvement in as little as 3-4 weeks after a CoolSculpting treatment, it can take up to 3 months for noticeable results. Before and after pictures are very important. You may not notice a difference yourself, but when you compare before and after pictures you may notice some improvement. Almost everyone that treats the arms will need at least 2 treatments for optimal results. Having realistic expectations and being committed to multiple treatments will increase the likelihood of being satisfied with your end results. Of course, this all assumes that you were an appropriate candidate for the treatment to begin with as not everyone is, especially for the arms. Make sure you discuss all of your concerns with your treatment provider. Best wishes. 

Thank you for your question. It can take 9-12 weeks to see results. Try not to worry too much at this point as it is still early. Regards,