CoolSculpting® treatment areas · Arlington, VA
CoolSculpting® treatment areas in Arlington, VA
Stubborn fat on your belly, love handles, arms, back, thighs or chin? See every area we treat, which treatment covers it, and how we plan it around your whole body.
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The short answer
What areas can CoolSculpting® treat?
CoolSculpting® Elite is FDA-cleared for nine areas: under the chin, below the jawline, the upper arms, bra fat, back fat, the abdomen, the flanks (love handles), the thighs and under the buttocks (the “banana roll”). Which areas make sense for you depends on your anatomy and the shape you want. How CoolSculpting® works →
Stubborn, pinchable fat just under the skin, in one targeted area at a time.
Weight loss, loose skin, muscle tone or cellulite. Those need a different approach.
Adults at or near their goal weight with pockets of fat that diet and exercise won’t touch.
We look at how connected areas flow together, so your shape looks balanced from every angle.
Find your area
Tap the area that’s bothering you
These are the nine FDA-cleared CoolSculpting® areas. Pick one to see what it covers, then read more about how we plan it below.
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Abdomen
Upper or lower belly fat that sticks around despite diet and exercise.
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Flanks (love handles)
The pinchable fat on your sides, just above the hips.
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Thighs
Pockets of fat on the inner or outer thighs.
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Under the chin
The fullness under your chin that shows up in photos.
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Below the jawline
The area along the jawline and upper neck.
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Upper arms
Pinchable fat on the back of the upper arms.
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Bra fat
The fat that pushes out around your bra strap.
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Back fat
Pockets of fat on the upper or lower back.
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Under the buttocks
The “banana roll” just under the buttocks.
Areas and treatments at a glance
Which treatment covers each area?
CoolSculpting® reduces stubborn fat. Some areas also benefit from toning the muscle underneath or smoothing cellulite, so here’s what we offer for each one.
Fat CoolSculpting® · Muscle CoolTone® · Cellulite Avéli®
CoolSculpting® is FDA-cleared for the nine areas covered above. The male chest isn’t an FDA-cleared area, so we evaluate it case by case. CoolTone® is FDA-cleared for the abdomen, buttocks and thighs, and Avéli® for cellulite on the buttocks and thighs of adult women.
The whole picture
Your body doesn’t exist in sections
You might come in bothered by your stomach, but how it flows into your waist, love handles and back changes the plan. Treat one spot in isolation and the area next to it can look out of proportion. Jennifer Kim is Allergan Medical Institute faculty and trains other providers on CoolSculpting®, and this is how she and Paige plan every treatment.
Look at connected areas together
Your stomach, flanks and back shape your waist together. Your arms, underarms and bra line do the same for your upper body. We look at how each area flows into the next.
Choose and place the applicators
There are many CoolSculpting® applicators. Picking the right ones and placing them well is what makes results look smooth and natural instead of uneven.
Plan the order and timing
Some areas are best treated in the same visit, and others work better in a different sequence. We plan it around your result, not around getting you out the door faster.
Area by area
How we plan each CoolSculpting® area
Every area has its own anatomy, and most connect to the areas around them. Here’s what we look at for each one.
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CoolSculpting® for the stomach and belly
The stomach is one of the most common areas we treat. CoolSculpting® targets pinchable fat above the abdominal muscles on the upper and lower belly. It isn’t a weight-loss treatment, so the goal is a change in shape, not a change on the scale.
We also look at how your stomach transitions into your waist and flanks. If muscle tone is part of what you’re seeing, CoolTone® may be part of the plan, with CoolSculpting® refining the fat that’s left.
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CoolSculpting® for love handles and flanks
Love handles can be a small pocket of fat with a big effect on the shape of your waist from the front, side and back, even when you’re happy with your weight.
We look at how your flanks flow into your waist, hips and back, then place CoolSculpting® where it creates a smoother line and keeps your proportions balanced.
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CoolSculpting® for upper arms
What feels like an arm problem often goes past the upper arm. Fat can collect along the back of the arm, near the underarm, or where the arm meets the bra line.
CoolSculpting® reduces pinchable fat on the upper arms. We look at the arm from several angles and how it connects to your shoulder, underarm and torso, then decide whether to treat the arms alone or with a connected area.
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CoolSculpting® for bra and back fat
Bra and back fat can show through clothes even when you’re happy with your weight. It can sit near the bra line, across the mid or lower back, or where the underarm meets the torso.
Your back connects visually with your arms, waist and love handles, so we look at the whole backline. You don’t need to know whether it’s technically bra fat or back fat. Show us what bothers you and we’ll plan around it.
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CoolSculpting® for thighs and the banana roll
When someone doesn’t like their thighs, fat isn’t always the whole story. CoolSculpting® treats stubborn fat on the inner and outer thighs and under the buttocks (the banana roll), but muscle tone and cellulite shape the lower body too.
For some patients, combining treatments gets a more complete result than asking one technology to do everything. We’ll tell you what’s contributing to the shape you see.
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CoolSculpting® for a double chin and jawline
You don’t need a lot of fat for a small pocket under the chin to soften your profile. CoolSculpting® treats pinchable fat under the chin and below the jawline.
Because it’s a small, very visible area, placement matters. Loose skin and anatomy can also play a part, so we check in person whether CoolSculpting® is the right fit or whether another option suits your goals better.
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CoolSculpting® for men
Men respond well to CoolSculpting®. The stomach, love handles and double chin are the most common areas we treat in men, and we also evaluate some male chest concerns at a consultation.
For men, the goal is often a stronger taper through the waist and torso, so where we reduce fat matters as much as how much.
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16 weeks after 4 CoolSculpting® Elite sessions. Individual results vary.
New patient special
Get an extra CoolSculpting® area free
A $2,999 value with any CoolSculpting® package, for new patients. Terms apply. Ask us for details at your consultation.
The right treatment starts with the right assessment
Is it fat, muscle, skin or cellulite?
What bothers you in the mirror isn’t always fat, and treating the wrong concern won’t give you the result you want. That’s why every plan starts with an in-person assessment.
Fat
Stubborn, pinchable fat that stays put after diet and exercise. CoolSculpting® reduces it to refine your contour.
Muscle
When muscle tone or definition is part of the shape you see, CoolTone® strengthens and tones the muscle.
Cellulite
Dimpling on the buttocks and thighs comes from bands under the skin, not extra fat. Avéli® is designed for cellulite.
Loose skin
When loose or excess skin is a big part of the concern, surgery may be a better option for both skin and fat. We’ll tell you if that’s the case.
Not sure what you need? Book a free consultation →
Your next step
How to get started
You don’t need to know which areas or treatments you need before you come in. That’s our job.
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Free consultation
Show us every area that bothers you. We look at fat, muscle and skin, and how each area connects to the next.
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Your custom plan
You get a plan with the areas, treatments and order that make sense for your body, plus full pricing and flexible monthly payment plans.
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Treatment and follow-up
Most people go right back to their day. We check your progress and adjust the plan if needed.
The questions everyone asks
CoolSculpting® treatment areas, answered
What areas can CoolSculpting treat?
CoolSculpting® Elite is FDA-cleared for nine areas: under the chin, below the jawline, the upper arms, bra fat, back fat, the abdomen, the flanks, the thighs and under the buttocks. We can also evaluate some non-cleared areas, like the male chest, at your consultation. Which areas belong in your plan depends on your anatomy and goals.
What is the best area for CoolSculpting?
There isn’t one area that responds best for everyone. Results depend on the type and amount of fat, your anatomy, how well the applicator fits and the shape you’re after. Individual results vary.
Can CoolSculpting treat underarm or neck fat?
Often, yes. Fat near the underarm usually falls within the bra fat or upper arm areas, and fat on the upper neck falls within the below-the-jawline area. Both are FDA-cleared CoolSculpting® areas. We’ll check whether yours is a good fit at your consultation.
How many CoolSculpting areas can you do at once?
Yes. Cool Contours can treat up to 10 areas at a time, which makes full-body contouring more efficient. More areas at once isn’t always the best plan, though. If an area is better treated separately or in a different order, we’ll plan it that way.
Does CoolSculpting help you lose weight?
No. CoolSculpting® is for targeted fat reduction and body contouring, not weight loss. The goal is a change in the shape of a specific area, not a change on the scale.
How do I know if what bothers me is actually fat?
You don’t have to figure that out yourself. Pinchable fat under the skin may respond to CoolSculpting®, while muscle tone, cellulite or loose skin may need a different approach. Your consultation tells us what’s contributing to the shape you see.
What if I have loose skin too?
CoolSculpting® treats fat, not excess skin. If loose skin is a big part of what bothers you, we’ll talk through whether fat reduction alone will give you the result you want or whether another approach makes more sense.
How many CoolSculpting treatments will I need?
There isn’t one number for everyone. It depends on the area, how much treatable fat you have, your anatomy and how much change you want. We map it out with you at your free consultation.
Can I combine CoolSculpting with CoolTone or Avéli?
Yes, when it fits your goals. CoolSculpting® reduces fat, CoolTone® strengthens and tones the muscle underneath on the abdomen, buttocks and thighs, and Avéli® treats cellulite on the buttocks and thighs. We only recommend what your body needs.
How much does CoolSculpting cost in Arlington?
CoolSculpting® starts at $2,999 per area, all-inclusive, so your final price depends on how many areas you treat and how dramatic a change you’re looking for. You’ll get full pricing at your complimentary consultation, and flexible monthly payment plans are available. See payment options. See full pricing details.
CoolSculpting® and CoolSculpting® Elite Uses and Important Safety Information
CoolSculpting® and CoolSculpting® Elite Uses
CoolSculpting® and CoolSculpting® Elite are FDA-cleared for the treatment of visible fat bulges in the submental (under the chin) and submandibular (under the jawline) areas, 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. CoolSculpting® and CoolSculpting® Elite are not treatments for weight loss.
CoolSculpting® and CoolSculpting® Elite Important Safety Information
This procedure is not for everyone. You should not be treated with CoolSculpting® or CoolSculpting® Elite if you suffer from cryoglobulinemia, cold agglutinin disease, or paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or have any medical conditions including recent surgery, pre-existing hernia, and any known sensitivities or allergies.
During the procedure you may experience sensations of pulling, tugging, mild pinching, intense cold, tingling, stinging, aching, cramping and discomfort at the treatment site. These sensations lessen as the area becomes numb. Following the procedure, typical side effects include temporary redness, swelling, blanching, bruising, firmness, stinging, tenderness, cramping, skin inflammation and aching. Sensory alteration (itching, skin sensitivity, tingling, and numbness) can persist up to several weeks after treatment. You may also experience throat discomfort/soreness and sensation of fullness in the back of the throat after submental or submandibular area treatment.
Rare side effects may happen in 1 to 10 out of 10,000 CoolSculpting® and CoolSculpting® Elite treatments (between 0.01% to 0.1%). One such rare side effect is a visible enlargement in the treated area, which may develop 2 to 5 months after treatment, will not resolve on its own, and may require surgical intervention for correction.
Please see full Important Safety Information for CoolSculpting® and CoolSculpting® Elite on CoolSculpting.com.
CoolTone® Uses and Important Safety Information
Uses
The CoolTone® device is FDA-cleared in adults aged 22 years or older for:
- Strengthening, toning, and firming of the abdomen, buttocks, and thigh muscles
- Stimulating of healthy muscles to improve or help muscle performance; CoolTone® induces muscle contractions to enhance muscle function and may, therefore, be considered a method of muscle training
- Relaxation of muscle spasms, preventing or slowing muscle weakness due to lack of use, increasing blood flow to a specific area, retraining muscles, and maintaining or increasing the range of motion
- Use under medical supervision with other therapies for treating certain medical diseases and conditions
- Stimulating leg muscles for rehabilitation therapy
Important Safety Information
The CoolTone® procedure is not suitable for everyone. Do not use CoolTone® treatment in areas with metal, active, electrical, or electronic implants or devices such as cardiac pacemakers, implanted hearing aids, defibrillators, neurostimulators, or drug pumps.
Tell your doctor about any medical conditions, as CoolTone® should not be used over the uterus during menstruation, over areas of the skin that lack normal sensation, or in patients with fever, cancer, bleeding disorders, active infections, epilepsy, recent surgery, lung problems, or pregnancy.
CoolTone® should be used with caution in patients with Graves disease (an overactive thyroid condition); in women with an intrauterine device (IUD); and in patients with a hernia in or near the treatment site, active bleeding problems, or a seizure disorder. If you have an IUD and experience symptoms such as severe abdominal pain, cramping, spotting, or heavy bleeding develop during or after treatment, seek medical care right away.
Women who are close to their period may find that their period starts earlier or cramping becomes stronger with CoolTone® treatments. For this reason, it is best to avoid treatment during this time of the month.
CoolTone® is not recommended on certain parts of your body: the heart, head, neck, mouth, areas of new bone growth, or places with poor blood flow or reduced feeling. Do not use CoolTone® on skin that is swollen, infected, irritated, or has rashes. Applying it over scarred skin may raise your risk of burns. If you have or think you may have heart problems, tell your healthcare provider before using CoolTone®. Talk to them about any questions or concerns you may have before treatment.
Common side effects may include, but may not be limited to, muscular pain, temporary muscle spasm, temporary joint or tendon pain, and redness at or near the treatment area.
Ask your Healthcare Provider if CoolTone® is right for you.
Please see the full Important Safety Information for additional information at cooltone.com.
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