CoolSculpting is a fat reduction procedure that targets unwanted bulges of subcutaneous fat cells (pinchable adipose stored just under your skin) that are often resistant to a healthy lifestyle. In essence, CoolSculpting is a non-surgical alternative to liposuction at a fraction of the cost.

Since CoolSculpting is a medical procedure, only a qualified healthcare professional can determine if you are good candidate by evaluating your individual circumstances. Therefore, the next step is to schedule a consultation at a Dr. Freeze center to determine if CoolSculpting is right for you.

IMPORTANT: You should NOT proceed with CoolSculpting if you have one of the following conditions:

• Cryoglobulinemia, a condition in which an abnormal level of cryoglobulins (proteins which thicken in cold temperatures) are present in the blood.
• Paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria, a blood disorder in which a change from cold to warm temperatures leads to red blood cell death.
• Cold agglutinin disease, an autoimmune disease in which exposure of blood to cold temperatures leads to red blood cell death.
• Active cancer which is NOT cured and/or is NOT in remission.

Please inform our specialists if you have any of the above conditions as it disqualifies you as a candidate for CoolSculpting.  Our team may recommend other solutions that can help reduce unwanted fat.

CoolSculpting is also contraindicated if you are pregnant.

NOTE:  It is important to know that CoolSculpting is NOT a weight loss solution for those that are obese. In fact, by itself CoolSculpting does NOT result in significant weight reduction. Therefore, if you are overweight or obese, we recommend combining CoolSculpting with a medical weight loss program to experience a more complete, dramatic transformation.

Unlike most other practices that offer CoolSculpting, Dr. Freeze ONLY focuses on providing CoolSculpting.  Why is that important?  Well, other practices often use CoolSculpting as a “hook” to bring people into their offices, and then they try to upsell patients with other alternatives.  Some of these alternatives are NOT as effective as CoolSculpting, and the surgical options are certainly riskier undertakings.

Since Dr. Freeze is a CoolSculpting Expert, our top priority is providing CoolSculpting, NOT promoting other fat reduction procedures.

Furthermore, thanks to our focus on CoolSculpting, Dr. Freeze has a higher degree of experience with freezing away fat and a proven track record of getting solid results for our patients.

Our expertise has led Dr. Freeze to develop proprietary CoolSculpting treatment packages that include two rounds of CoolSculpting and typically kill about 40% of targeted fat cells.  That is almost double the 20 to 25% fat cell reduction that is expected to occur after only one round of CoolSculpting.  Consequently, patients who purchase Dr. Freeze’s multi-treatment packages tend to be happier with their CoolSculpting results.^[1][2][4][5]

Certain Dr. Freeze centers are also Hyper Sculpting^® certified.  Hyper Sculpting combines Cryo Contouring^® techniques with Magnetic Muscle Strengthening for more dramatic physique enhancement.

Finally, another factor that sets Dr. Freeze apart is our state-of-the-art treatment rooms.  To make your CoolSculpting experience as pleasant as possible, Dr. Freeze has spacious treatment rooms that contain a variety of amenities. From extensive movie collections and streaming services to calming aromatherapy and gourmet coffee, we do everything possible to make killing fat cells a fun and relaxing experience.

At Dr. Freeze, we know that each person’s body sculpting needs are unique.  That is why we have created a variety of treatment packages to help reduce unwanted fat practically anywhere.*  Our packages have two key components that make them more attractive than individual CoolSculpting treatments:

Nearly DOUBLE the fat reduction - Dr. Freeze’s CoolSculpting packages include two rounds of treatment for each targeted area.  With a second round of treatment on the same area, patients can expect an approximate 40% reduction of targeted subcutaneous fat – that is close to twice the 20 to 25% reduction you typically get with a single round of CoolSculpting.  Our patients love the additional fat cell elimination our packages offer, because the fact is nobody wants to kill just 20% of their unwanted fat when a more dramatic 40% reduction is possible.^[1][2][4][5]

Lower cost –Dr. Freeze’s packages offer patients CoolSculpting at the best price with over 25% OFF the standard price of $900/treatment.  This means our packages are the most cost-effective way to get the CoolSculpting results you desire and when you buy multiple packages your price per treatment can become even lower.

For these reasons, most of our patients choose to purchase Dr. Freeze packages instead of individual CoolSculpting treatments.

*Note:  In the U.S., the CoolSculpting procedure is FDA-cleared^[1] for the treatment of visible fat bulges in the submental area (under the chin), abdomen, flanks (love handles), and thighs, along with bra fat, back fat, underneath the buttocks (also known as the banana roll), and the upper arm.

Authentic CoolSculpting is typically marketed at $650-$900 per treatment and you need at least 2 treatments to target both sides of your body (e.g. targeting both the left and right thighs requires 2 treatments). Furthermore, most patients are happier with their results when they opt for a second round of CoolSculpting – which typically delivers a more noticeable reduction in targeted fat cells.  So doing the math, treating both sides of your body with two rounds of CoolSculpting requires a total of four treatments.

Based on the popular demand for two rounds of CoolSculpting, Dr. Freeze has crafted multi-treatment packages that are designed to get people the results they want at discounted price point.  The price for these packages starts at $2,600 for each area you want to target.  For example, if you want slimmer arms, then take a look at Dr. Freeze’s Right To Bare Arms^® package that includes 4 arm treatments for $2,600.  On the other hand, if you want to target belly fat you should consider our Diamond Abs^® package which offers you 4 lower ab treatments AND 4 upper ab treatments for $5,200.

Educated consumers consider our packages to be an attractive option when compared to alternatives such as liposuction or plastic surgery, because these surgical options can cost two or even three times more to target similar areas of the body.

The CoolSculpting procedure is FDA-cleared for the treatment of visible fat bulges (aka subcutaneous or pinchable fat) in the submental (under the chin) and submandibular (under the jawline) areas, thigh, abdomen (muffin tops or spare tires) and flank (love handles), along with bra fat, back fat, underneath the buttocks (also known as banana roll) and upper arm.

Dr. Freeze also treats pinchable chest fat (man boobs) with our popular Hercules^® chest package, however it is worth noting that targeting chest fat with CoolSculpting is an “off-label” (NOT FDA-cleared) procedure. Therefore, the patient assumes any of the risks associated with an off-label procedure.

The CoolSculpting procedure is FDA-cleared for the treatment of visible fat bulges in the submental area (under the chin), abdomen, flanks (love handles), and thigh, along with bra fat, back fat, underneath the buttocks (also known as the banana roll), and the upper arm. CoolSculpting has been ranked the #1 non-invasive fat reduction procedure for several years. It has proven to be safe and effective with millions of CoolSculpting treatments performed worldwide.^[1][2][7]

The CoolSculpting procedure is NOT for everyone.  You should NOT have the CoolSculpting procedure if you suffer from any one of the following conditions:

• Cryoglobulinemia, a condition in which an abnormal level of cryoglobulins (proteins which thicken in cold temperatures) are present in the blood.
• Paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria, a blood disorder in which a change from cold to warm temperatures leads to red blood cell death.
• Cold agglutinin disease, an autoimmune disease in which exposure of blood to cold temperatures leads to red blood cell death.
• Active cancer which is NOT cured and/or is NOT in remission.

Please inform our specialists if you have any of the above conditions as it disqualifies you as a candidate for CoolSculpting.  Our team may recommend other solutions that can help reduce unwanted fat.

CoolSculpting is also NOT recommend during pregnancy.

Tell your doctor if you have any medical conditions including recent surgery, pre-existing hernia at (or close to) the site of your planned treatment(s), cancer, and any known sensitivities or allergies.

NOTE:  It is important to know that CoolSculpting is NOT a weight loss solution or a treatment for obesity. In fact, by itself CoolSculpting does NOT result in significant weight reduction. Therefore, if you are overweight or obese, we recommend combining CoolSculpting with a medical weight loss program like Dr. Food (www.DrFood.com).

As with any medical procedure, ask your physician or trained professional if CoolSculpting is right for you.

The CoolSculpting procedure has NOT been studied in patients with any of the following conditions:

• Known sensitivity to cold such as cold urticaria, Raynaud’s disease, or Chilblains (Pernio)
• Known sensitivity or allergy to isopropyl alcohol, propylene glycol, fructose, or glycerin
• Impaired peripheral circulation in the area to be treated
• Nerve pain such as post-herpetic neuralgia or diabetic neuropathy
• Impaired skin sensation
• Open or infected wounds in the area to be treated
• Bleeding disorders or use of blood thinners
• Recent surgery or scar tissue in the area to be treated
• Hernia in or adjacent to the treatment site
• Skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, or rashes in the area to be treated
• Active implanted device such as pacemaker or defibrillator
• Chronic pain
• Anxiety disorder

Please inform our specialists if you have any of the above conditions as it may impact whether targeting a particular area of your body with CoolSculpting is appropriate.  If you have any of the above conditions, our team may require the following BEFORE proceeding with your CoolSculpting treatments: (i) clearance from your primary care provider (PCP) and/or a specialist, (ii) sensitivity trials, and/or (iii) blood tests.

The following effects happen frequently in the treatment area during and after a treatment. These effects are temporary and generally resolve within days or weeks.

During the treatment: 

• Sensations of pulling, tugging, and mild pinching at the treatment site
• Intense cold, tingling, stinging, aching, cramping. These sensations typically subside as the area becomes numb during the treatment.

Immediately after a treatment:   

• Redness and firmness
• Transient blanching and/or mild bruising around the edges of the treatment area
• Tingling and stinging

One to two weeks after a treatment:

• Redness, bruising, and swelling
• Tenderness, cramping, and aching
• Itching, skin sensitivity, tingling, and numbness. Numbness can persist up to several weeks after a treatment
• Sensation of fullness in the back of the throat after submental area treatment

There are other side effects that can happen with submental and submandibular area treatments that target “double chin” fat:

• Cold exposure to the hypoglossal nerve may cause tongue deviation following treatment of the submental and submandibular areas.
• Cold exposure to the marginal mandibular nerve may cause lower lip weakness following treatment of the submental and submandibular areas.

Cold exposure to the submandibular gland may cause dry mouth or decrease in saliva production following treatment of the submental and submandibular areas.

The following rare side effects can happen in the treatment area, during and after CoolSculpting. The risk for the side effects listed below is small, but possible.

A side effect is categorized as rare by estimating how likely it is to occur.  This probability is calculated by counting how many cases of a particular side effect have been reported by people treated with CoolSculpting.  Then we compare this number to the total number of CoolSculpting treatments perform around the world.  Using both these numbers we can estimate the probability of a particular side effect occurring (listed in parentheses below).

Keep in mind rare side effects are sometimes not reported, which can impact the accuracy of measuring a side effect’s occurrence and calculating its probability of happening.  This is why the probabilities provided here are merely estimates.

Rare side effects may happen in 1 to 10 out of 10,000 CoolSculpting® treatments (between 0.01% to 0.1%). These include:

• Paradoxical hyperplasia (About 1 out of 3,000 treatments, 0.033%): The gradual development of a visibly enlarged tissue volume, of varying size and shape, in the treatment area two to five months after the treatment. This is distinguished from temporary swelling and will not resolve on its own. Surgical intervention may be required.
• Severe pain (About 1 out of 6,000 treatments, 0.017%): Patients may experience pain of varying severity, which more commonly can be described as mild to moderate, and in rare instances, can be severe.
• Late-onset pain (About 1 out of 6,000 treatments, 0.017%): Pain that occur several days after a treatment and resolves within several weeks.

Very rare side effects may happen in less than 1 out of 10,000 CoolSculpting® treatments (a probability of less than 0.01%). These include:

• Hyperpigmentation (About 1 out of 11,000 treatments, 0.009%): Dark coloration of the skin may happen after treatment. Typically, it resolves spontaneously.
• Freeze burn (“frostbite”) (About 1 out of 15,000 treatments, 0.006%): First and second-degree freeze burn which may happen during treatment. It typically resolves without additional side effects with proper care.
• Treatment Area Demarcation (TAD) (About 1 out of 20,000 treatments, 0.005%): An aesthetic outcome of treatment in which the patient experiences excessive fat removal in the treatment area, resulting in a visible disruption to the continuous contour of fat, or unwanted indentation in the treated area.
• Vasovagal symptoms (About 1 out of 30,000 treatments, 0.003%): Dizziness, lightheadedness, nausea, flushing, sweating, or fainting might happen during or immediately after the treatment.
• Subcutaneous induration (About 1 out of 30,000 treatments, 0.003%): Generalized hardness and/or discrete nodules within the treatment area, which can develop after the treatment and be accompanied by pain and/or discomfort.
• Cold panniculitis (About 1 out of 60,000 treatments, 0.002%): Cold panniculitis results from injury to adipose tissue exposed to cold and may result in a mild to severe inflammatory response. In mild cases, the symptoms are self-resolving and may include redness, swelling, skin nodules, warmth, tenderness, and possible low-grade fever. These cases typically resolve without long-term side effects. In more severe cases, an intense inflammatory response may result in more extensive tissue damage, including fat tissue death, which may require medical or surgical intervention.
• Hernia (About 1 out of 185,000 treatments, 0.001%): The CoolSculpting treatment may cause new hernia formation or worsen preexisting hernia, which may require surgical repair.