CoolSculpting for slightly overweight (15 to 20 lbs) - will it work well? (Photos)

Hello, based on your photos it is difficult to tell for sure if you would make an ideal CoolSculpting candidate. It is recommended to be at or very close to your ideal end weight with a few "pockets" of fat that are difficult to get rid of on your own. You may be able to achieve your desired results after several CoolSculpting treatments, or you may be a better candidate for liposuction/ Tummy Tuck. I recommend planning a consultation in person with a board certified plastic surgeon for more accurate feedback.

It is always nice to be your ideal weight but menopause can wreak havoc with weight gain around the middle.  It is important to start moving more and watching what you are eating. In the meantime, find a practice that has lots of experience with coolsculpting. We are doing Fire and Ice. The fire is Thermismooth to get some slimming and skin improvement using radiofrequency. Then the ice with coolsculpting to reduce the fat. Layering these techniques can lead to some really nice results in the right hands. These techniques will not fix underlying rectus muscles, if they are stretched out, nor does it remove poor quality skin. If these are the main issues then a tummy tuck would be better. Make sure to do your part with a healthy lifestyle for longterm improvement and maintenance.

Thank you for your question. Coolsculpting is best suited for individuals who are at their ideal weight with small pockets of pinchable fat. It is a bit difficult to determine based on photos only whether or not coolsculpting is the best treatment for you. I recommend consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon. Regards,