FAQs

CoolSculpting uses a patented technology based on cryolipolysis to freeze and eliminate fat from stubborn areas, non-invasively. There are no incisions, surgery, or anesthesia… ever! CoolSculpting’s patented cooling technology treats your problem areas and lowers the temperature of the treated area to just the right degree where your fat cells freeze, but your skin cells aren’t affected.

CoolSculpting can address stubborn fat in the areas that bother you most: muffin top (abdomen), love handles (flanks), double chin (submental fat), upper arms, bra fat, back fat, banana rolls (fat underneath the buttocks), saddle bags (outer thighs) or inner thighs. CoolSculpting is growing in popularity, with thousands of providers worldwide and millions of treatments performed. CoolSculpting is the treatment doctors use most for non-invasive fat removal.

The CoolSculpting fat-reduction procedure is specially designed for those who have unwanted fat in targeted areas such as:

Unlike weight-loss surgery (e.g., gastric bypass), the CoolSculpting procedure is not a weight-loss solution for people who are obese. Good candidates for the CoolSculpting procedure have noticeable bulges in certain areas they’d like to get rid of. Many people want a non-surgical alternative to liposuction.

The price for CoolSculpting procedures varies depending on your areas of concern, the number of treatments needed, and your ultimate goals. Most patients opt to receive treatments in multiple body areas in order to achieve their goals. One treatment procedure of CoolSculpting is typically about $750, but we recommend you check out our latest specials.

The total cost typically ranges between $2,000-$4,000 for a complete personalized treatment plan depending on the number of areas treated.

Create a customized treatment plan, in person, with Point Lumineux CoolSculpting that’s tailored to your body, your goals, and your budget. We offer flexible payment plans via GreenSky to help our patients achieve their goals.

First, on your free consultation we will help you create an individualized treatment plan tailored to your specific goals. The length of your CoolSculpting treatment will vary depending on the number of areas being treated during one visit. The latest technology of CoolSculpting can treat a patient in 35-60 minutes, some patients have more than one treatment during the same office visit. Some practices even have multiple CoolSculpting systems and applicators, so it’s possible for a patient to have multiple areas treated at once. You and your provider may also schedule additional treatments or office visits in order to meet your goals. Many of our patients will read, check email, watch Netflix or even take a nap during their treatments.

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If you haven’t already done so, we recommend first calling us to set up your free consultation so we can figure out a personalized treatment plan & budget that’s right for you.

CoolSculpting is an elective aesthetic procedure, which means that it is a voluntary cosmetic treatment. Insurance providers and FSA companies manage what services they will cover, but typically, aesthetic treatments such as the CoolSculpting procedure are not covered. We encourage you to check directly with your insurance or FSA provider. Give us a call and we’ll coordinate a free consultation to walk you through a personalized treatment plan that fits your goals and your budget.

Yes! The CoolSculpting procedure can treat visible fat bulges under the chin (submental) and jawline (submandibular). Freezing away fat from a double chin is as easy and tolerable as using the CoolSculpting procedure in other parts of the body (abdomen, flank/side, thighs, etc.). It is also FDA-cleared to affect the appearance of lax tissue with submental area treatments. With CoolSculpting treatment for a double chin, patients see results after just 1 to 2 visits! And with no surgery, and little to no downtime.

Once the treated fat cells are crystallized (frozen), they die and are naturally processed and eliminated from the body.

As the cooling begins during the first few minutes, you typically feel intense cold. This soon dissipates. With some applicators, you’ll feel some pulling as suction is applied. The applied area generally goes numb within 5 to 10 minutes during treatment. Many people read, watch Netflix, work on their laptop, or even take a nap during their CoolSculpting treatment.

After the treatment, you may feel some tingling as the area is massaged for 2 or 3 minutes. Patients are usually able to return to normal activities following their appointment.

In the US, the CoolSculpting procedure is FDA-cleared for the treatment of visible fat bulges in the submental area, thigh, abdomen and flank, along with bra fat, back fat, underneath the buttocks (also known as banana roll), and upper arm. It is also FDA-cleared to affect the appearance of lax tissue with submental area treatments.

The CoolSculpting procedure is not for everyone. You should not have the CoolSculpting procedure if you suffer from cryoglobulinemia, cold agglutinin disease, or paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria. The CoolSculpting procedure is not a treatment for obesity. As with any medical procedure, ask your physician if the CoolSculpting procedure is right for you.

Yes, you can. The CoolSculpting procedure is completely non-surgical, so typically you can return to normal activities immediately. Patients often return to work on the same day after a CoolSculpting treatment is completed.

During the procedure you may experience sensations of pulling, tugging, mild pinching, intense cold, tingling, stinging, aching, and cramping at the treatment site. These sensations subside as the area becomes numb. Following the procedure, typical side effects include temporary redness, swelling, blanching, bruising, firmness, tingling, stinging, tenderness, cramping, aching, itching, or skin sensitivity. Sensation of fullness in the back of the throat after submental area treatment. These effects are temporary and generally resolve within days or weeks. Though rare, some additional side effects may occur. As with any medical procedure, ask your physician if the CoolSculpting procedure is right for you.

Supplements are not required after your CoolSculpting treatment, but we do offer a full list of natural non-invasive weight management services to ensure your including:

• Dietary Counseling
• Supplements for Weight Loss
• Vitamin Injections
• Lab and Genetic Testing
• Acupuncture
• Functional Medicine
• Weight Management Packages

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You may start to see changes as quickly as 3 weeks after your treatment procedure, and will experience the most dramatic results after 2 months. Your body will still continue to flush out fat cells for up to 4 to 6 months after treatment. Our Before & After gallery shows what results look like several weeks after CoolSculpting treatment.

Yes! The foundation of Point Lumineux is to provide the best holistic, natural care attainable to promote full body functioning in its purest state, including a variety of non-invasive cosmetic treatments. Whether you are coming in for one of our non-surgical cosmetic services or to revitalize in a relaxing facial, our Point Lumineux staff assure that you are well informed and satisfied.

We are your partners in bringing to light your inner and outer beautification via:

• JuVaShape - skin tightening 
• Harmony Lite - hyperpigmentation removal (removes red or brown spots from face)
• Intense Pulse Light (IPL) Hair Removal
• Organic Facials & Skincare
• BOTOX^® and JUVÉDERM^® Filler Injections
• Cosmetic Acupuncture

Check out all of our services at https://pointlumineux.com/services/