Yes, CoolSculpting works! Over 4 million CoolSculpting treatments performed to date show how CoolSculpting can help men and women reduce stubborn fat deposits. Besides its ever increasing popularity, CoolSculpting’s ability to reduce unwanted body fat has been substantiated in numerous clinical studies. One study in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology found that on average, participants experienced a “23% reduction in fat layer thickness” 3 months after a single CoolSculpting session. Of the participants in that study “82% of patients would recommend the Cryolipolysis procedure to a friend.” This, and other substantiating evidence allowed researchers to conclude “With proper patient selection, Cryolipolysis is a safe, well-tolerated, and effective treatment method for reduction of subcutaneous fat.”

CoolSculpting is a non-invasive fat reduction treatment. It does not traumatize the body like other fat reduction procedures such as liposuction. Of course, individual experiences may vary but the majority of our patients report CoolSculpting to be relatively painless.* Your CoolSculpting specialist at Grace Medical Aesthetics prioritizes both your fat reduction results following your CoolSculpting treatment as well as your experience during your procedure, and will do everything possible to ensure your comfort. But please, if there is anything you can think of that would make your CoolSculpting experience more enjoyable, don’t hesitate to ask. During the CoolSculpting procedure, the most likely occurrence of mild discomfort takes place at the beginning of the treatment, after the CoolSculpting applicator is in place and the CoolSculpting machine is turned on, exposing the treatment area to controlled cooling. Patients liken the sensation during this part of the CoolSculpting procedure to an ice pack placed on your skin. You may feel cold. But shouldn’t feel like you’re freezing. Typically, the skin becomes numb within a few minutes and any discomfort dissipates quickly.* The other instance during the procedure that can be uncomfortable for a few patients comes after the CoolSculpting machine is turned off and the applicator is removed. At this point your CoolSculpting specialist will massage the treatment area for a couple of minutes. This ensures your fat reduction looks natural and symmetrical. Some patients may experience discomfort during the massage, but most do not.* One clinical study measuring the efficacy of CoolSculpting and patient perception of the CoolSculpting procedure reported “The majority” of patients “described minimal to tolerable discomfort during the procedure.” So, while discomfort varies from patient to patient, most CoolSculpting reviews by patients say CoolSculpting was not painful. In fact, most clients just lay back, relax, play on their phone, work from their phone, or take a nap.

Many clients want to know if CoolSculpting is affordable. Overall, when compared to other fat reduction treatments, such as liposuction, a typical CoolSculpting price tag is a lower than many clients expect. However, the specific CoolSculpting cost depends on the number of areas being treated and the number of treatments performed. Grace Medical Aesthetics offers some of the most affordable CoolSculpting prices in Southbury and during your free consultation we will discuss CoolSculpting prices, our CoolSculpting Loyalty program, and available payment options. Grace Medical Aesthetics proudly accepts CareCredit with 6 month no interest financing; apply here.

During a CoolSculpting session, an applicator is positioned to the treatment area. When the machine begins cooling, you may feel a bit tight and strange in the treatment area. Typically around the 4-minute mark, the treatment area will go numb and many patients don’t feel a thing for the remainder of the treatment. After the applicator is removed, we massage the area for 2 minutes and the treatment is completed.

At Grace Medical Aesthetics, we want you to have a luxurious experience that is as comfortable as possible. For your entertainment, our CoolSculpting room is equipped with a TV hooked up to Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime. There is an iPad with Spotify and Pandora for your listening pleasures, as well as beverages for your enjoyment. If you are on your lunch break or simply feel hungry, we can have food delivered, because there is nothing quite like eating while you are having your fat frozen.

While experiences may vary, typically, optimal CoolSculpting results are seen at 8-12 weeks post treatment. Every client’s body reacts differently. We have clients see results in 3-5 weeks, while other clients see gradual improvement up to the 12-16 weeks mark. During your free consultation, your CoolSculpting specialist will discuss what to expect and when you may begin to see CoolSculpting results after your CoolSculpting session.*

Yes. In fact, at Grace Medical Aesthetics, we often combine CoolSculpting with Ultherapy, a skin tightening treatment, for optimal results. A combination of CoolSculpting and Ultherapy is especially effective with improving the appearance of a double chin. After fat reduction using the CoolMini, the applicator specifically designed to reduce submental fat (a double chin.) Ultherapy can be used to help tighten loose skin that commonly results after reducing a double chin. Typically, these treatments can be performed at the same appointment for the convenience of the client.