CoolSculpting – Fat Reduction and Body Contouring – FAQ’s

CoolSculpting is a non-invasive, painless and simple procedure. We place a gel pad and a specialized applicator to deliver cooling to the fat cells in the targeted area. This process, called Cryolipolysis, chills fat cells and stimulates the natural removal of these cells. Your own body then metabolizes the fat.

Each CoolSculpting treatment can last anywhere from one to several hours, depending on the size of the area(s) being treated. We will tell you during the consultation how many hours you will require. If you require more than two hours, these sessions can be broken up over several days or can be scheduled all together in one sitting.

CoolSculpting is a gentle and entirely non-invasive procedure. It does not require any anesthesia, needles or pain medication. Most patients experience no pain to minimal discomfort during this procedure. While everything necessary will be provided, you are welcome to bring any additional comforts of home such as music or pillows.

The CoolSculpting procedure is proven to be a safe and effective FDA-cleared treatment for non-surgical fat reduction. The procedure is performed under the supervision of Dr. William Greenberg or a trusted, experienced Aesthetician. The technology enables precise, controlled delivery of the cooling that affects only fat cells on your body, ensuring that no surrounding tissue or cells are affected or damaged. Other common methods for shrinking fat cells such as lasers, ultrasound and radio frequency can impact other cells, posing a greater risk to you. Additionally, because CoolSculpting is non-invasive, there is no risk of infection, complications from anesthesia, or other side effects that are normally associated with surgery.

Results may vary for each individual but typically patients may resume their daily activities immediately following the procedure. You can even exercise right after the procedure. Mild redness in the treated area can last several minutes up to two weeks. Some people may bruise, which can last up to two weeks. Within the first two weeks you may experience, tingling, tenderness, cramping, itching or soreness. You may feel a temporary dulling sensation in the treated area for up to eight weeks. Side effects may vary and while many patients experience no reaction, others may experience mild side effects.

Yes, you can. Since CoolSculpting is a nonsurgical procedure, you can return to your normal activities quickly after the treatment. You may experience common side effects, after the treatment, such as temporary numbness, mild soreness, and mild bruising. However, these symptoms are temporary and don’t require medication or time off from work or other activities.

CoolSculpting is designed for individuals who are healthy and fit, but want to reduce fat in areas of their body that have not responded well to diet or exercise such as the abdomen, love handles, thighs, back, arms, and under the chin. While CoolSculpting is a popular and effective alternative to liposuction and other fat reduction focused treatments, it is not intended for extensive weight loss, nor does it address problems with obesity. If you are looking for a non-surgical solution to fat reduction in New York City and Westchester County, call us to schedule your free consultation.

You should see results within 2 to 4 months*.

Fat cells do not reproduce or regenerate. Once the CoolSculpting system freezes fat cells, they will not reappear. A healthy lifestyle, with good nutrition and exercise, will maintain the optimal appearance of the achieved results.

After assessing the effects of your first treatment, speak to Dr. Greenberg or one of our Aestheticians about whether you could benefit from additional treatments. For more dramatic results, some patients opt for multiple follow-up treatments over the course of a year.