A more confident you.
Genetic predisposition, lifestyle choices, gravity, or a life event like pregnancy can all lead to stubborn bulges of fat that persist even with regular exercise and a healthy lifestyle. CoolSculpting brings a cool, patented non-invasive treatment to help both men and women lose those bulges, pooches, and rolls for a more confident you. It’s been Hollywood’s secret go-to non-surgical method for fat loss!
Here at TDI we pride ourselves on bringing you the most cutting-edge procedures and products on the market. To offer you the best in body contouring, we offer a whole suite of technologies to bring both men and women the best in body contouring, including CoolSculpting for treating unwanted stomach fat, love handles, muffin tops, double chins and back fat. The results are truly transformative!
Although seemingly widely available, the CoolSculpting experience is unique at The Derm Institute in Redondo Beach. Your treatment is truly tailored and customized to your individual needs. We use a multi-modality approach to body contouring, including Dual-Sculpting (where TWO CoolSculpting devices are used to cut treatment time in half), synergistic technologies such as acoustic vibrational Cellutone with every CoolSculpting procedure to aid in skin tightening and fat breakdown (along with VANQUISH ME), and injectable fat elimination through Kybella. Every patient interested in CoolSculpting receives a complete, personalized, physician-led consultation to determine the best course of treatment, whether that be multiple courses of just CoolSculpting or a combination “Fire and Ice” technology (a combo of Coolsculpting and Vanquish ME) to reach the desired, truly sculpted result. Strategic, precise mapping for CoolSculpting and any complimentary technologies are the keys to consistent, successful results at our clinic.
How Does CoolSculpting Work?
Coolsculpting is a revolutionary non-surgical procedure which utilizes controlled cold temperatures to target and crystalize fat cells to reduce stubborn fat in the desired area. These “frozen” fat cells die off and are eliminated naturally by the body. With Coolsculpting you can reshape your body with us while relaxing and walk out the same day! Whether you are a man looking to reduce stubborn lovehandles, or a mom looking for a “mommy makeover”, CoolSculpting can be customized for your needs. In the weeks and months following, the fat layer is reduced, revealing a slimmer you! The Derm Institute is equipped with the newest and most advanced modalities in CoolSculpting and Dual-Sculpting—including CoolAdvantage and CoolAdvantage Plus, which can cut your treatment time in half and treat multiple areas in as short as 35 minutes!
Every CoolSculpting candidate that comes to our practice is evaluated based on Dr. Chiu’s multi-prong body sculpting approach, which includes both heat technologies and cold Dual-Sculpting fat treatment methods.
Commonly treated areas for both men and women include:
- Flanks (love handles)
- Abdomen
- “Muffin top”
- “Bra bulge”
- Under the buttock area (banana roll)
- Knee fat
- Upper arm fat
- Inner and outer thighs
- Double chin or neck fat
- Armpit pooches
- Back bulges
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Dr. Chiu is a national expert in body sculpting, working as a consulting expert for CoolSculpting and VANQUISH ME, and The Derm Institute is one of Los Angeles’ Kybella Centers of Excellence. Every CoolSculpting candidate that comes to our practice is evaluated based on her multi-prong body sculpting approach, which includes both heat energy devices and cold Dual-Sculpting fat treatment methods. By utilizing the numerous technologies available, we ensure that you get the best results personalized for your unique body needs.
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Common Questions
What makes CoolSculpting at TDI different from other practices and providers?
Here at TDI our approach for treatment always mirrors our belief that everyone is unique, and that patient care should be individualized. Rather than going to another practice where you are simply assessed and then given the same course of treatment as everyone else, at TDI, Dr. Chiu has created a fully-customizable body contouring experience. Every CoolSculpting procedure is coupled with Cellutone, to tighten the skin and help eliminate fat faster. We offer Dual-Sculpting, where two CoolSculpting devices can be used at the same time for a more balanced and faster treatment. Whether the best treatment for you is CoolSculpting, Kybella, or a combination of both Vanquish ME and CoolSculpting (the Fire and Ice treatment), we work with you to find the most optimal and realistic plan to achieve your goals.
What is Dual-Sculpting?
The Derm Institute is one of the few clinics to offer Dual-Sculpting, where two CoolSculpting devices can be used at the same time, cutting your treatment time in half! This time-saving method means we can treat more areas for a true dream body transformation and you can return even more quickly back to your usual schedule!
How does CoolSculpting work?
CoolSculpting is a non-invasive procedure – an applicator is applied to the surface of the skin to deliver precisely controlled cooling which then crystallizes and removes the fat cells in specific areas of the body. The fat cells in the treated area are gradually removed through the body’s normal metabolic processes. The result is a reduction in fat bulges that is visible in most patients as early as three weeks to three months after treatment. The results are amazing!
What areas of the body can CoolSculpting be used on to eliminate unwanted fat?
Common areas to address with CoolSculpting include but are not limited to:
- Abdomen (belly fat or muffin top)
- Flanks (love handles)
- Upper arm fat
- Knees
- Chin (double chin)
- Back
- Bra Bulges
- Armpit pooches
- Under Buttocks (aka ‘banana roll’)
- Thighs aka “saddle bags”
Am I a candidate for CoolSculpting fat removal?
CoolSculpting is ideal for anyone, man or woman in the Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach areas, with pinch-able fat who already have a healthy diet and lifestyle. Ideal candidates have stubborn fat or bulges that do not seem to improve even with exercise. CoolSculpting is not intended for significant weight-loss and is not recommended as a weight-loss solution. Here at TDI we ensure that your goals are discussed and that the best and most complete plan of treatment is executed, so that you get consistent results.
How long does CoolSculpting take?
Treatment sessions vary from 35 minutes to one hour, depending on the areas being treated*. The key is to follow through on the complete plan personalized for you by our team, with a minimum of two sessions as this yields the optimal results.
Does CoolSculpting hurt?
No! Most people only experience sensations of pulling, tugging or pinching at the beginning of the process as a vacuum uses pressure to draw tissue into the applicator. There may also be feelings of tingling in the initial five minutes of the procedure, after which you can relax, watch a movie, read a book or simply lay back.
I hear about many different treatments for non-surgical fat loss—what is the difference between CoolSculpting, Vanquish ME, and Kybella?
Coolsculpting uses cryolipolysis or cold to eliminate fat, while Vanquish ME uses radiofrequency heat energy to target fat cells; Kybella is an injectable medication that dissolves fat in small areas. At The Derm Institute, we offer all these modalities and will look at your body type and area of concern to customize a treatment plan which determines the best treatment or combination of treatments for you. Typically Vanquish ME is used for debulking, Coolsculpting is for “sculpting” definitive bulges or problem areas, and Kybella is used for small areas to perfect and contour.
When can I return to normal activities?
Since CoolSculpting is completely non-invasive, patients generally resume their routine activities immediately, including returning to work and exercise regimens. Some patients experience redness, minor bruising, tingling, or numbness in the treated area, but this is temporary.
When can I expect to see results after CoolSculpting?
CoolSculpting can reduce fat in the target area by an average of 25% each session*. Results are seen as early as three weeks to three months after the treatment*. We do recommend 2 CoolSculpting sessions about 1-2 months apart for optimal results.
How long do CoolSculpting results last?
Fat cells destroyed by CoolSculpting and removed from the body are permanent. However, with weight gain, fat cells can still expand. If you maintain good exercise and dietary habits, the results should be longterm.
How much does CoolSculpting cost?
The price of CoolSculpting depends on the applicators used and the total number of sessions required to achieve the desired results. Because this depends on each patients’ needs, an in-office consultation and body mapping is required to determine pricing. It is crucial not to under treat as this can be a waste of resources. Complete “treatment to transformation” is key.
*individual results may vary
Want to feel more confident in your body? Contact us for your personalized CoolSculpting consultation today!
