CoolSculpting Elite

CoolSculpting Elite is a nonsurgical body-contouring treatment designed to reduce localized areas of unwanted fat that have not responded to diet and exercise.

Using controlled cooling, CoolSculpting targets and eliminates fat cells beneath the skin while leaving the surrounding tissues unharmed. Over time, the body naturally processes the treated fat cells, resulting in a gradual reduction of fullness and improved body contours.

How Does CoolSculpting Elite Work?

CoolSculpting uses a process called cryolipolysis, which uses controlled cooling to target fat cells beneath the skin.

A CoolSculpting applicator is placed over the treatment area and gently draws the tissue between cooling panels. The temperature is carefully controlled to target fat cells while protecting the surrounding skin and tissues.

The treated fat cells are gradually broken down and naturally eliminated by the body over the following weeks and months.

CoolSculpting Elite features multiple applicator options, allowing treatment to be customized to the size and shape of the area being treated.

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Who Is CoolSculpting Elite For?

CoolSculpting can be a good option for healthy patients who are close to their ideal weight and have localized areas of fat that are resistant to diet and exercise.

It may be helpful for:

Abdomen

Flanks or “love handles”

Inner or outer thighs

Under the chin

Upper arms

Back and bra-line areas

Other areas with localized, pinchable fat

CoolSculpting is not a weight-loss treatment. It is best suited for patients who are already near their desired weight but have specific areas of stubborn fat they would like to improve. It is not designed to remove large amounts of fat, treat significant loose skin, or replace surgical body-contouring procedures.

What Are the Benefits of CoolSculpting Elite?

CoolSculpting provides a nonsurgical option for reducing localized areas of unwanted fat.

Benefits may include:

Reduction of stubborn, localized fat

Improved body contours

No incisions or surgery

No general anesthesia

Little to no required downtime

Gradual, natural-looking results

Because the treatment eliminates fat cells rather than simply shrinking them, the treated cells are permanently removed. However, remaining fat cells can still enlarge with significant weight gain, so maintaining a stable weight is important.

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What to Expect During Your CoolSculpting Treatment

Treatment time varies depending on the areas being treated and the number of applicators used.

The CoolSculpting applicator is positioned over the treatment area and held in place with controlled suction. You will initially feel pulling, pressure, and intense cold. The area typically becomes numb within several minutes.

Once the area is numb, most patients are able to relax, read, work on a computer, or use their phone during treatment.

After the applicator is removed, the treated area may be massaged briefly to help break up the treated tissue.

What to Expect After Treatment

CoolSculpting requires little to no downtime, and most patients can return to their normal activities immediately.

The treated area may temporarily experience:

Redness

Swelling

Bruising

Tenderness

Numbness or decreased sensation

Tingling or sensitivity

These effects generally improve gradually. Temporary numbness or altered sensation can sometimes persist for several weeks.

The body eliminates the treated fat cells gradually, so results do not appear immediately. Most patients begin to notice changes over the first several weeks, with the final result developing over several months.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will CoolSculpting help me lose weight?

No. CoolSculpting is designed to reduce localized areas of fat and improve body contours. It is not intended to treat obesity or produce significant weight loss.

How much fat can CoolSculpting remove?

The amount of fat reduction varies depending on the treatment area and the individual patient. CoolSculpting is intended for localized contour improvement rather than large-volume fat removal.

When will I see results?

Results develop gradually as your body processes the treated fat cells. Some patients begin to notice improvement within several weeks, but the final result can take several months to develop.

How many CoolSculpting treatments will I need?

The number of treatments depends on the area being treated, the amount of fat present, and your goals. Some patients achieve their desired improvement with a single treatment, while others may benefit from additional treatments.

Should I have CoolSculpting or Liposuction?

CoolSculpting and liposuction can both reduce unwanted areas of fat, but they are very different treatments.

CoolSculpting is nonsurgical and best suited for smaller, localized areas of fat in patients who want modest contour improvement without surgery or downtime.

Liposuction physically removes fat and allows a surgeon to sculpt and contour larger areas more precisely. It may be a better option when there is a greater amount of excess fat or when more significant contouring is desired.

During your consultation, we can help determine which approach is most appropriate based on your anatomy and goals.

Is CoolSculpting painful?

Most patients describe the initial sensation as strong pulling, pressure, and intense cold. The area generally becomes numb within several minutes. Some patients experience temporary tenderness, tingling, or sensitivity afterward.

How long does CoolSculpting take?

CoolSculpting Elite allows some treatments to be completed in as little as 35 minutes. Treatment time varies depending on the areas being treated and the applicators used. During your consultation, we can give you a better estimate based on your individualized treatment plan.

Can CoolSculpting treat loose skin?

CoolSculpting is primarily a fat-reduction treatment, not a skin-tightening treatment. While reducing a small amount of fat may improve the appearance of some areas, CoolSculpting should not be expected to tighten significant loose or excess skin.

Patients with substantial skin laxity or excess skin may benefit more from a surgical procedure such as an abdominoplasty, arm lift, or thigh lift.

Because our practice offers both nonsurgical treatments and surgical body-contouring procedures, we can evaluate your anatomy and recommend the treatment that is most likely to achieve the result you want.

Is CoolSculpting permanent?

The fat cells eliminated by CoolSculpting are permanently removed. However, the remaining fat cells can still increase in size with weight gain. Maintaining a stable weight is important for preserving your results.

What’s the Difference Between CoolSculpting and CoolSculpting Elite?

CoolSculpting Elite is the newer generation of the CoolSculpting system, and it is the technology we have invested in at our practice. It uses the same proven cryolipolysis technology as the original CoolSculpting system, but offers several advantages.

CoolSculpting Elite features newer, more contoured applicators that can better fit different areas of the body and allows two areas to be treated simultaneously. This can make treatments more efficient and provide greater flexibility when treating multiple areas.

The goal remains the same: to reduce localized areas of stubborn fat without surgery. CoolSculpting Elite is still best suited for patients who are near their desired weight and looking for targeted improvement rather than significant fat removal.

Can CoolSculpting be combined with other treatments?

Yes. Depending on your anatomy and goals, CoolSculpting may be incorporated into a broader body-contouring treatment plan. Other nonsurgical treatments or surgery may provide a better result for certain concerns.

Is CoolSculpting right for me?

CoolSculpting can be an excellent option for patients with localized areas of stubborn fat who want improvement without surgery. However, it is not the right treatment for everyone.

During your consultation, we will evaluate your fat distribution, skin quality, degree of skin laxity, anatomy, and goals. Because we offer a full range of nonsurgical and surgical body-contouring treatments, we can help you determine whether CoolSculpting—or another treatment—will best help you achieve the result you are looking for.

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