I want a smaller waist and flatter stomach. Is CoolSculpting or laser lipo for me or will I need regular lipo? (photos)

Hi there, thank you for your question and photo. While it appears that you could be a great candidate for CoolSculpting, the best way to find out for sure would be to schedule an in-person consultation with an experienced CoolSculpting provider. Typically, the best candidates are already close to their ideal weight, but with small pockets of “pinchable” fat that isn’t responding to diet and exercise. Based on your photo, CoolSculpting should be able to help you achieve your body contouring goals.

Great question! From what I can see from your photo, I believe that LaserLipo may be your best option, since a single treatment will remove your fat permanently as well as tighten up some skin laxity that appears to be present. CoolSculpting is a great treatment but will need multiple applications of the device with at least 2 sessions and will not address any skin laxity, so it is possible that you could have some loose skin afterwards. Traditional liposuction will remove the fat but will not help any skin laxity, so I think for you, either the LaserLipo or CoolSculpting are probably better options. I would suggest consultation with a physician experienced in both LaserLipo as well as CoolSculpting who can assess your problem areas as well as your skin to help you decide what treatment will give you the best final results. Best wishes, Mary Beth Mudd