Should I get coolsculpting done before or after diet? Does it make a difference?

Question

I am on a hardcore diet getting ready for the summertime and I am planning to get cool sculpting on my love handles. I was thinking if I diet before I will have less fat to remove and it will have a better effect.

Kimberly Butterwick, MD · Answer

CoolSculpting and
all other permanent fat-elimination techniques – including
liposuction – are designed to remove stubborn pockets of fat from
people who are already in good shape and at or near their ideal
weight or mildly overweight. Therefore, if you are planning to lose a
lot of weight, it's best that you do so before considering
CoolSculpting.  However, most people try hard but find it very
difficult to be at ideal weight. If not obese, CoolSculpting can
reduce bulges that are out of proportion with the rest of you. It’s
basically impossible to spot reduce only one area, so that’s where
CoolSculpting fits in. Whether at ideal weight or a bit chunky,
CoolSculpting can give you a better body. Oftentimes, seeing the
improvement can motivate a person to get in even better shape.  I
believe this is a personal decision…try it now for motivation or
wait until you’ve lost some weight as a reward.

Remember,
too, that CoolSculpting can only eliminate up to 20% to 30% of fat in
one session, so you may need more than one CoolSculpting session to
completely remove muffin tops, love handles, saddlebags and other
stubborn fat. Please find a board-certified dermatologist who is an
expert with CoolSculpting so you can contour your body before
summertime.

Shahriar Mabourakh, MD, FACS · Answer

Almost all cosmetic procedures are best done when your weight is stable. Coolsculpting can be done at anytime, if you are a candidate for it. But if you can loose the weight with diet and exercise, why pay for the procedure. However if you want to speed thing up or just get that jump on getting ready for summer then Collsculpting is a reasonable alternative.

Bradley Bengtson, MD, FACS · Answer

It somewhat depends on how much weight you have to lose and
if your fat in the flanks is pinchable/pliable.  If the fat is pinchable,
and you are on the trend of losing weight, I think you can start CoolSculpting.  Especially if you want to see your results by summer, as the
optimal results take about 3 months.  If your
fat is intra-abdominal or you have a lot of weight to loose > 30
pounds…probably best to wait.

Elisa A. Burgess, MD · Answer

We always hope for patient to be at a steady state weight or ideal weight before coolsculpting treatment.  But more importantly, it is good to have healthy habits instead of a temporary diet. We always say move more and eat a little less. Our patients are weighed at every visit to make sure that the results are accurate. If weight is gained from poor habits during the post treatment period then it can alter your coolsculpting results. So a motivated patient with healthy habits will have the best results. Good luck and make sure to chose a practice with lots of experience with coolsculpting.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is always recommended that you be at your ideal weight before doing the coolsculpting treatment.You can do coolsculpting alongside your diet. Combining the treatment with a healthy diet and exercise is great for achieving the best results.Regards,

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

For best results, it is recommended to be at your ideal or stable weight before getting a sculpting liposuction procedure. 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. However, you may be a better candidate for liposuction. VASER with ThermiRF is a great alternative if you want a more contouring and defined look.  Often multiple sessions of coolsculpting combinations are needed for nonsurgical results. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer.

Janet Allenby, DO · Answer

Hello,Thank you for your question. Dieting before CoolSculpting can be beneficial. When you diet, your fat cells shrink. The smaller the cells, the more that can fit in the coolSculpting applicator. So you could have a stronger reaction. Good luck!

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is recommended that you be at your ideal weight before having Coolsculpting treatment. However, you can do CoolSculpting alongside your diet. Also, combining the treatment with a healthy diet and exercise is great way to achieve the best results. I recommend having a consultation with an expert to determine if you are a good candidate for treatment. Best of Luck!

Elbert T. Cheng, MD · Answer

Hello, thanks for the question. Per session, CoolSculpting should eliminate about 20% of the
fat in the affected area. CoolSculpting is designed to freeze, kill, and permanently remove
smaller areas of fat that are stubborn and hard to get rid of with only diet and exercise. This is
why it is recommended to be close to having your ideal figure prior to CoolSculpting, therefore it
might be a good idea to diet/ lose the weight the want to lose beforehand.

Melanie L. Petro, MD · Answer

What a great question! CoolSculpting can be done either before or after weight loss. CoolSculpting is ideally designed to treat stubborn pockets of fat when you are close to your target weight, but it will also work if you are further away from your goal. Getting the treatment now will help give you a better result for summer, and give you some motivation for keeping up with your diet and exercise plan. Most people require at least two treatments, so getting the 2nd treatment once you are closer to your goal will help give you the optimal results you are looking for. Good luck!

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