What is the Downside of CoolSculpting?

CoolSculpting is the most popular noninvasive fat reduction treatment on the market. If you’re considering a CoolSculpting treatment, in addition to the benefits, you might also want to know, “What is the downside of CoolSculpting?” Read on to find out…

More than 17 million CoolSculpting treatments have been conducted around the globe. CoolSculpting is the only FDA-cleared fat reduction technology that uses cooling technology to reduce the number of fat cells in the diet- and exercise-resistant areas of the body.

To help us better understand the downside of CoolSculpting (hint: there really aren’t any) and how to maintain results, we turn to Certified Clinical Medical Assistant and CoolSculpting Specialist Amanda McMillan. 

Why is CoolSculpting so popular?

CoolSculpting results speak to why so many turn to CoolSculpting and CoolSculpting Elite treatments. It’s a noninvasive fat loss treatment that requires no surgery, no needles, and no downtime. Plus, the treatment is relatively comfortable, with many people working, resting, or reading a book during treatment. 

People see up to a 20 to 25% reduction in fat in the treatment areas within one to three months following treatment. 

What’s the downside of CoolSculpting?

For those considering a CoolSculpting treatment, it’s natural to ask the question, “What is the downside of CoolSculpting?”

There really isn’t a “downside” to CoolSculpting for those that it’s a viable treatment for. However, CoolSculpting isn’t for everyone. It works best for those close to their idea weight, as McMillan points out.

“The ideal candidate for CoolSculpting is someone who is pretty close to their recommended weight but has some stubborn pockets of pinchable fat that do not fully resolve with diet and exercise.”

For those who are not yet near their ideal weight, other treatments would be more suitable or recommended. That said, once someone reaches their ideal weight, then they might consider CoolSculpting at that point in time. 

A CoolSculpting specialist will work with you to assess and determine if CoolSculpting is right for you. 

How can you maintain and see long-lasting results?

Though CoolSculpting results are permanent – meaning once the fat cells are gone, they’re gone for good – it is still possible to gain weight if the fat cells in the treated area grow in size. 

CoolSculpting works as a fat loss treatment vs. a weight loss treatment. We are born with a certain number of fat cells that stabilize in number by the time we reach puberty. When we gain and lose weight, our fat cells are growing and shrinking in size, respectively. After a CoolSculpting treatment, the actual number of fat cells in the treatment area are reduced, so the area will shrink in size, as a result, though you might not lose much weight. 

All of that said, if the fat cells grow in size, you could gain weight, or grow in size, in those areas. That’s why it’s essential to maintain a healthy lifestyle, as you would with any health, fat, or weight loss program. 

“I always encourage all of my patients to maintain a healthy lifestyle,” shares McMillan, “It is important to eat healthy, stay hydrated, and remain active during and after treatment with CoolSculpting. This will ensure a stable weight and maintain long lasting results, but is also beneficial in overall health.”

According to McMillan, for some, they might turn to CoolSculpting once their diet and exercise plan has stopped working to get them through the final stretch to meet their goals. For others, they might get the jumpstart they need to initiate their body goals with CoolSculpting. 

“My preference is to fine tune with CoolSculpting once a patient has plateaued with diet and exercise, but I have had some people successfully use CoolSculpting as a jumpstart to their body goals. It is important to understand that CoolSculpting is not a replacement for diet and exercise, but a beautiful compliment to those efforts you put in each day.”

How does CoolSculpting work?

CoolSculpting using cryolipolysis to freeze fat cells in treatment areas. Paddles are used to target the cooling technology on the selected treatment areas. The fat cells are then frozen and naturally eliminated from the body. Once the fat cells are eliminated, they are gone for good. 

Results can be seen in as little as three weeks, with maximum results seen within two months.

What areas does CoolSculpting treat?

CoolSculpting and CoolSculpting Elite are FDA-cleared to treat fat in nine areas of the body, including:

• Abdomen (belly fat/stomach fat)
• Knees
• Flanks (muffin top)
• Under the chin (double chin)
• Upper arms
• Below the buttocks (banana roll)
• Inner and outer thighs
• Bra fat
• Back fat

Say “bye-bye” to love handles and belly fat

CoolSculpting is cleared to help reduce the appearance of love handles and the muffin top around your waist area. It can also help to freeze away belly fat for a slimmer waistline all the way around.

Love your thighs in your swimsuit, shorts, and jeans after CoolSculpting

The thighs are another area cleared for the CoolSculpting treatment. Achieve thighs you’ll be proud to show off with CoolSculpting. CoolSculpting fat freezing technology can also be used for the underarm area, under the chin, bra fat, back fat, under the buttocks, and knee fat.

Schedule a CoolSculpting consultation 

If you’re wondering whether CoolSculpting is the right treatment for you, consider scheduling a CoolSculpting consultation with your local CoolSculpting provider.  

As one the top providers of CoolSculpting in the nation and the state of Texas, you can trust you’re in good hands with DermaTouch RN. Call us to schedule your consultation or book online 24/7, and let us help you decide if CoolSculpting is the right fat freezing treatment for you.

And, don’t forget to ask about our DermaTouch RN specials to save on your favorite cosmetic and aesthetic treatments at your premier Houston and San Antonio MedSpa. We’re here to help you meet all of your skin care goals at DermaTouch RN!

Amanda McMillan, CCMA

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, CoolSculpting Specialist

Amanda has more than nine years experience in clinical and cosmetic Dermatology. She prides herself in personal attention to patients’ concerns, offering customized treatment plans, including tailored product regimens and in-office treatments. She enjoys learning about new products and procedures and staying abreast of the latest technology. Outside of DermaTouch RN, Amanda enjoys spending time with her family. They love traveling to new places and exploring the outdoors. – with sunscreen on, of course!