Who knew freezing body fat could change your body’s fat composition? CoolSculpting has been around for more than a decade as a reliable way to eliminate moderate amounts of fat without the need for incisions and surgery. It’s a great way to reduce excess arm fat, slim your waistline, and smooth jiggly thighs.
But how much does coolsculpting cost?
For the vast majority of patients, the price of the treatment starts at $750 and goes up from there. Facial fat removal (along the neck and jawline) costs slightly more per cycle than an abs and flanks treatment.
Below, we’ll discuss more about the cost of CoolSculpting and the procedure in general.
What Is CoolSculpting Treatment?
Approved by the FDA in 2010, CoolSculpting treatment freezes fat cells to reduce and eliminate unwanted fat on the body. It is one of the only noninvasive fat reduction procedures with a proven track record of outstanding results.
So, how does CoolSculpting work?
Scientists actually came up with this body contouring procedure by studying frostbite. Of course, frostbite, caused by exposure to extremely low temperatures, can kill off a person’s skin.
When scientists started studying how frostbite actually works, they found that cold temperatures resulting in frostbite can also kill off fat. What was interesting to them was that the fat was frozen and dying off before the skin was.
CoolSculpting is an FDA-approved nonsurgical fat reduction treatment that freezes the skin and fat in a designated treatment area to a temperature where fat is frozen and dies off, but the skin is left unharmed.
What Happens to the Fat After Treatment?
After your CoolSculpting session, the treated fat cells are frozen and gradually die off. Over the next few weeks, these dead fat cells are naturally eliminated by your body through its lymphatic system, leaving behind a more sculpted appearance.
Whether you’re treating multiple areas or just focusing on one, the process works similarly across each zone. It effectively targets stubborn fat cells that are resistant to traditional weight loss methods, making CoolSculpting an excellent choice for areas where fat is harder to reduce through diet and exercise.
How Much Is CoolSculpting Procedure?
Dr. Smita requires that all CoolSculpting patients have a consultation appointment with her before undergoing this procedure. She will want to look at your anatomy, talk to you about the areas of your body where you hope to reduce fat, and get an idea of how many CoolSculpting cycles you’ll need.
Once we have the details down and we know that you’re a good candidate for this body contouring procedure, we can give you an accurate price quote and schedule you for treatment.
The price of the treatment start at $750 and go up from there.
How much does the treatment cost for the chin and neck?
One cycle of CoolSculpting on the chin and neck area costs $1000.
How much does the treatment cost for lower abdomen?
One cycle of CoolSculpting on the abdominal and love handles (flanks) area costs $750.
FAQ: CoolSculpting Treatment
Does CoolSculpting hurt?
This procedure freezes the skin and fat, so you may feel some slight discomfort at the beginning of your treatment simply because the apparatus will be quite cold. It also tugs on your skin quite a bit, which can be slightly uncomfortable. After a while, however, most patients say they become comfortable, and some are even able to sleep during the treatment.
After CoolSculpting cosmetic procedures, patients sometimes say they have slight discomfort around the treated area, but this should not last for long. Over the counter pain meds can be taken to improve comfort during this time.
How long does CoolSculpting take?
Most CoolSculpting treatments take between 30 and 60 minutes. Some patients only need one cosmetic procedure to achieve their desired results, while others may benefit from more fat reduction and multiple cycles on multiple treatment areas.
Does CoolSculpting help you lose weight?
No, CoolSculpting isn’t designed for overall slimming. Instead, it targets specific areas by freezing and permanently reducing stubborn fat. Once treated, the fat cells are frozen, die off, and are naturally eliminated by the body over time.
While you may technically lose a few pounds on the scale, your results will be more visual. If you are overweight or obese and have a lot of excess fat you’d like to get rid of, you might want to consider lifestyle changes, weight loss medication, or surgery. Liposuction is a surgical procedure option for more significant fat reductions, but it is also not a weight loss surgery.
Are fat cells eliminated permanently with CoolSculpting?
Yes. CoolSculpting is a fat-freezing body sculpting procedure that kills body fat permanently so they won’t come back. However, if you gain weight in the future, new fat cells can regrow, and you can certainly regain fat in these areas. This is why it’s important to continue leading a healthy lifestyle: maintain your ideal body weight, eat a healthy diet, and exercise.
Schedule a Consultation with Dr. Smita
The vast majority of patients who undergo this treatment say that CoolSculpting costs are definitely worth it. Not only can you reduce existing fat cells in trouble areas, but you can do so without surgery or scars.
If you would like to learn more about Coolsculpting elite treatment or any other surgical procedure, please contact our New Jersey office today to schedule your consultation with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Smita Ramanadham.