If stubborn fat is keeping you from reaching your goals, there is a nonsurgical solution that can help eliminate that stubborn fat, and it’s not a gimmick. It’s safe, scientific, and painless, and it delivers real, natural results. At Worcester Dermatology, with locations in Worcester and Chelmsford, MA, we offer Coolsculpting Elite, a treatment that takes fat loss to the next level.
What Is CoolSculpting Elite?
CoolSculpting® Elite is a noninvasive body contouring treatment that uses controlled cooling (cryolipolysis) to freeze and eliminate stubborn fat cells. It’s FDA-cleared, surgery-free, and designed to target areas of fat that resist diet and exercise, like the abdomen, flanks, thighs, and under the chin. Once frozen, the fat cells are naturally flushed from the body over time, leaving behind a slimmer, more sculpted appearance.
The Elite Difference: CoolSculpting vs. CoolSculpting Elite
You may already be familiar with CoolSculpting, the original fat-freezing treatment that changed noninvasive body contouring. All the good things you’ve heard about CoolSculpting just got even better. This treatment can still target and treat pockets of stubborn fat; CoolSculpting Elite just does it better than the original version. CoolSculpting Elite deserved a name change to alert everyone of its new status as the best body contouring treatment yet.
Improved Applicator Shape for Better Coverage
The new device is fitted with an applicator shaped like a C instead of the original U-shaped applicator. The C-shaped applicator helps improve the treatment and the results by helping create a better suction, a uniform distribution of cooling temperatures, and better tissue interaction. The new applicator also helps speed your treatment times while covering 18 percent more surface area during treatment.
Dual Applicators for Double the Efficiency
CoolSculpting Elite features dual applicators, allowing two areas to be treated at once, cutting your appointment time in half compared to the original device. That means less time in the chair and more time enjoying your results.
Enhanced Comfort With a More Ergonomic Fit
In addition to increased efficiency, CoolSculpting Elite offers better patient comfort. The redesigned applicators contour more naturally to the body, resulting in improved suction, smoother skin contact, and reduced pinching during treatment. The system also operates more quietly and features a sleeker, modern design for a more refined experience.
More Even Results With Updated Cooling Technology
CoolSculpting Elite produces enhanced results. Its updated technology delivers a more even distribution of cold, improving fat cell elimination and helping to create smoother, more symmetrical contours.
What Can It Treat?
Coolsculpting Elite treats pockets of stubborn fat. If you have areas that won’t respond to your diet changes or fitness routine, you probably have stubborn fat. However, this treatment can finally help eliminate that stubborn fat for good. Thanks to recent advancements and updates, the device now features different applicators that can help better target and treat your stubborn fat even faster. The most common treatment areas include the:
- Neck
- Submental and submandibular fullness (chin and jawline fat)
- Arms
- Abdomen
- Back
- Bra roll
- Flanks
- Love handles
- Inner and outer thighs
- Buttocks
How Does It Work?
This treatment can utilize dual applicators to help target your problem areas in half the time. When you arrive for your treatment, you’ll be situated in one of our treatment rooms. Your technician will then place the appropriate applicator on your problem area, and the treatment will begin. You’ll feel an intense cooling sensation that will subside as the area becomes numb.
The cooling process will freeze your fat cells and destroy them permanently. Once the cells are destroyed, you won’t see an initial improvement in your treatment area, but your body will slowly begin to eliminate those dead fat cells in the next several weeks. You will gradually notice that your problem areas will feel and look tighter and toned, and so will everyone else, but since the results are gradual, no one will suspect you went and had something done.
Benefits of CoolSculpting® Elite
CoolSculpting Elite helps you reach your body goals without the stress, recovery, or uncertainty of surgery. From consultation to results, every part of the experience is designed with simplicity, comfort, and results in mind.
- Eliminates isolated fat bulges without incisions or scarring
- Fits easily into your schedule—no time off needed
- Offers gradual, natural-looking improvements without drawing attention
- Supports body confidence with visible contouring in targeted areas
CoolSculpting Elite vs. Other Body Contouring Options
CoolSculpting® Elite vs. Liposuction
While liposuction remains a popular surgical solution for fat removal, CoolSculpting Elite offers a nonsurgical alternative with no incisions, anesthesia, or downtime.
- Non-invasive & Needle-Free: No surgery or scarring, just controlled cooling technology that targets fat cells beneath the skin.
- No Downtime Required: Patients can return to normal activities immediately after treatment.
- Gradual, Natural-Looking Results: Fat reduction appears over time as the body flushes out destroyed fat cells.
- Lower Risk: No general anesthesia or surgical complications involved.
CoolSculpting® Elite vs. SculpSure® & truSculpt®
While all three are nonsurgical, CoolSculpting Elite utilizes cryolipolysis (fat freezing), whereas SculpSure and truSculpt employ heat-based technologies, such as laser or radiofrequency (RF) energy.
- Greater Comfort: Most patients find cooling more tolerable than heat-based treatments.
- Expanded Applicator Range: CoolSculpting Elite features updated C-shaped applicators that treat 18% more surface area, increasing efficiency.
- FDA-Cleared for More Areas: CoolSculpting Elite is cleared to treat nine areas, including the double chin, abdomen, flanks, thighs, and more.
CoolSculpting® Elite vs. Emsculpt®
Emsculpt uses electromagnetic energy to stimulate muscle contractions for toning, not fat reduction. It’s best for improving muscle definition, not for removing fat pockets.
- Fat Reduction vs. Muscle Toning: CoolSculpting Elite targets fat cells. Emsculpt tones muscle but doesn’t reduce fat.
- Better for Spot Reduction: CoolSculpting Elite is specifically designed to target and eliminate stubborn fat in select areas.
- Complementary Use: Some patients use both—CoolSculpting for fat, Emsculpt for firming—for a more sculpted overall result.
What to Expect at Your CoolSculpting Elite Appointment
Whether it’s your first time considering body contouring or you’re returning for a touch-up, knowing what to expect helps you feel confident and prepared. At Worcester Dermatology Associates, we ensure every step of your CoolSculpting Elite experience is safe, comfortable, and tailored to your goals.
Your Personalized Consultation
Every treatment begins with a one-on-one consultation with us. We’ll review your health history, evaluate your target areas, and determine whether CoolSculpting Elite is the right option for you. From there, we’ll design a customized treatment plan, including the number of areas to treat and the number of sessions that may be needed.
What to Wear
On treatment day, wear loose, comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the areas being treated. You’ll be reclined or lying down during the procedure, so cozy layers and soft fabrics are ideal. We also recommend bringing a book, tablet, or headphones. Many patients find it’s a good time to catch up on work or shows during treatment.
What It Feels Like
You’ll feel an initial cooling sensation and gentle suction as the applicator draws the targeted fat into the treatment cup. Most patients say it feels cold and firm at first, but the area quickly goes numb. The experience is generally well tolerated and doesn’t require anesthesia or pain medication.
Aftercare and Recovery
There’s no downtime after CoolSculpting Elite. Most patients return to work or daily activities immediately. You may notice temporary redness, swelling, tingling, or sensitivity in the treated areas, which usually resolves within a few days. As your body naturally eliminates the frozen fat cells over the coming weeks, you’ll start to see your results gradually improve.
Maintaining Your Results
This treatment can significantly reduce the total fat volume in your treatment area, but gaining weight after your treatment can negatively affect your results. Any fat cells left in your treatment area may expand with weight gain, which can ruin your results. It’s important that you maintain a healthy lifestyle and avoid weight gain post-treatment to enjoy your results long-term.
Coolsculpting Elite delivers results that are intended to be permanent, and they can be, but you are responsible for maintaining your results. All it takes is a healthy lifestyle and consistent exercise routine for you to enjoy your results indefinitely.
Who Is a Candidate?
The best candidates for Coolsculpting Elite are men and women at or near their goal weight with pockets of stubborn fat that are resistant to exercise and nutrition. Ideal candidates are healthy individuals who understand how important maintaining a healthy lifestyle is to their results. This treatment is not a weight-loss treatment, and it cannot treat areas with significant amounts of fat. Those who qualify as obese will not qualify as treatment candidates.
Frequently Asked Questions About CoolSculpting Elite
How Long Does It Take?
This treatment can take as little as 35 minutes to complete. It may take longer if you treat different areas at the same appointment, but you can treat multiple areas at once and reduce the treatment time by 50 percent, thanks to the dual applicators.
Will I Need More Than One Treatment?
After just one treatment, most patients will experience a 20 to 25 percent reduction in their total fat volume. However, results do vary based on the patient and their target treatment areas. During your initial consultation, one of our experts will review your goals and confirm that Coolsculpting Elite is right for you. Then, we will design your custom treatment plan and give you a better idea of whether or not you will need more than one treatment to achieve your desired results.
What Kind of Results Can I Expect?
Most patients notice a 20 to 25 percent decrease in the total fat volume in their problem areas. This is a significant amount of fat, and once your body flushes those dead fat cells from the area, you will see some dramatic results. These results typically appear within the first few weeks of your initial treatment and only improve with time. Most patients notice their final results within 12 weeks of their initial treatment.
Why Choose Worcester Dermatology Associates for CoolSculpting Elite?
At Worcester Dermatology Associates, your CoolSculpting Elite treatment is overseen by board-certified dermatologists with advanced training and decades of clinical experience. Dr. Seth Kates and Dr. A. David Simkin bring more than 50 years of combined expertise in medical and cosmetic dermatology, including advanced body contouring and skin repair techniques.
With two fully staffed offices in Worcester and Chelmsford, we offer convenient access to safe, effective fat reduction under the care of trusted professionals. Every CoolSculpting Elite treatment is performed with attention to detail, using proven protocols and the latest generation of cryolipolysis technology to deliver lasting, natural-looking results.
Whether you’re addressing stubborn belly fat, love handles, or under-chin fullness, you’ll receive a customized treatment plan in a clinical setting where safety and comfort are prioritized at every step.
Say Goodbye to Stubborn Fat With CoolSculpting Elite
There is a solution for stubborn fat, and our experts are here, ready to help you achieve your body goals. All you have to do is take the first step and schedule your treatment, and we will take care of the rest. You will see results, your problem areas will improve, and you won’t have to undergo a surgical procedure to get those results. In a quick and painless treatment, you can make all your body dreams come true.
If you’re ready to explore noninvasive body contouring in Worcester or Chelmsford, schedule a consultation with our team today. Call us at 508-744-3055 (Worcester) or 978-705-6511 (Chelmsford), or request your appointment online to find out if CoolSculpting Elite is right for you.
