How cold are the treatments?

“Cold” is a
relative term and will vary by individual perception. In terms of
temperature, the fat is lowered to about 14-degrees Fahrenheit during
CoolSculpting – enough to freeze it without affecting surrounding
skin or other tissue. While this may seem “cold,” most patients
feel the chill for only a few moments; it soon develops into a
sensation of numbness.

At our center, we
use the CoolAdvantage applicators, which nearly halve treatment time
to just about 35 minutes per area. We can also treat more than one
area of the body simultaneously with our DualSculpting System –
which also lessens overall treatment time.
I've found that my
patients tolerate the CoolSculpting procedure very well and have
little to no discomfort. Afterward, it is common to experience some
bruising, swelling, and/or numbness that may last from hours to days.
Most patients opt for another treatment or two spaced about two weeks
apart, as only 20% to 30% of fat can be removed from an area at one
time. It will take two to three several months before your body can
completely eliminate the destroyed fat cells and reveal your final
results. Please see a board-certified dermatologist who has expertise
in sculpting the body with CoolSculpting and CoolAdvantage.

CoolSculpting® uses controlled cooling to freeze fat cells while preserving surrounding tissue, in a process known as cryolipolysis. Depending upon the type of applicator used, the cooling panel can get down to about -10 degrees Celsius, which is equivalent to 14 degrees Fahrenheit. However, you won’t actually feel these cold temperatures, as the initial cooling sensation will give way to numbness.  For best results, always consult with a certified CoolSculpting® Technician.

 

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. The panels can get as cold as -10 C which is the tempt. needed to freeze the fat; however, the skin is completely protected.

My best,

Sheila Nazarian, MD, MMM

Beverly Hills, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon