How Does CoolSculpting Compare to Liposuction?
CoolSculpting and liposuction tackle the same problem: Stubborn pockets of fat in areas like the belly, thighs, and hips. However, the two methods work in different ways.
At Greenwald Plastic Surgery, Dr. Joshua Greenwald, a board-certified and fellowship-trained plastic surgeon, believes our patients deserve the best nonsurgical and surgical fat reduction options. In offering CoolSculpting and liposuction in NYC, Westchester County, and Fairfield County, we give you options that fit your busy life while providing the desired body contouring results.
Whether you’re looking for a nonsurgical solution or a more comprehensive approach, understanding how CoolSculpting and liposuction compare can help you decide which procedure is right for you.
What Is CoolSculpting?
CoolSculpting is an FDA-approved noninvasive fat reduction treatment that freezes and eliminates fat cells. The treatment destroys fat cells by cooling them to a specific temperature range (usually around 39-41 degrees Fahrenheit).
CoolSculpting only targets unwanted fat deposits, so the healthy tissue nearby isn’t harmed. The common treatment areas for CoolSculpting are:
• Abdomen
• Thighs
• Flanks
• Back
• Upper arms
• Under the chin
After treatment, your body’s normal elimination processes lead to fat loss in the targeted area. You may see results after several weeks, steadily improving over the next few months.
Many patients experience a 20%-40% reduction in the targeted fat.
CoolSculpting may be ideal for patients who are at their ideal weight (or close to it) and have fat deposits in specific small- or medium-sized areas.
There’s no downtime after CoolSculpting.
What Is Liposuction?
Liposuction is a surgical fat removal procedure that targets larger fat deposits and provides more immediate results. With liposuction, Dr. Greenwald creates small incisions to insert a slim tube (cannula) and suction out excess fat.
Liposuction can target fat nearly anywhere on the body and is effective for even large areas of fat. The most popular areas for liposuction are the abdomen, thighs, hips, back, and upper arms. Dr. Greenwald can treat multiple places at once.
Liposuction can provide more dramatic results than CoolSculpting. Because it removes fat surgically, you can see results right away. However, it does require general anesthesia and a recovery period.
Which Body Contouring Method Is Right for You?
Choosing between CoolSculpting and liposuction depends on your treatment goals, the amount of fat you want to reduce, and your preference for nonsurgical versus surgical procedures.
CoolSculpting is a great option for those seeking a quick, noninvasive treatment for minor fat reduction. Conversely, liposuction is better suited for those looking to target larger fat deposits or multiple areas in a single session.
CoolSculpting and Liposuction in NYC
If you’re considering CoolSculpting or liposuction, Dr. Greenwald can help determine the best way to beat your fat for good. Schedule your consultation by calling our office at 914-421-0113.
Dr. Joshua Greenwald is a board-certified plastic surgeon in New York City who studied and trained at prestigious educational institutions including Columbia University, Emory University, and New York University School of Medicine. His keen aesthetic eye and refined surgical techniques have led him to be a top choice for cosmetic face, breast, and body procedures in NYC. His exceptional patient care has earned him the distinction of “Top Doc” by both Westchester Magazine and Castle & Connolly for over 10 years running. Dr. Greenwald is an active member of the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the American Medical Association, and the Westchester County Medical Society.