CoolSculpting ELITE is the current generation of CoolSculpting. It uses the same controlled cooling, called cryolipolysis, as the original system, but with wider, C-shaped applicator cups and a design that can treat two areas at once. The practice describes the new cups as covering about 18 percent more area with each placement.
What has not changed matters just as much. ELITE still treats pinchable fat, it is still not a weight loss treatment, and results still build over a few months. Below, you will see what changed, what stayed the same, and what that means for your treatment at Sculpted Contours in Alpharetta.
What Stays the Same With CoolSculpting ELITE?
The science behind the treatment did not change:
- It uses controlled cooling to target fat cells under the skin, and your body clears the treated cells over the following weeks.
- It treats subcutaneous fat, the pinchable layer, and does not treat visceral fat behind the muscle wall.
- It is not a weight loss treatment, and it is designed to reduce fat, not tighten skin.
- Many people notice changes from about 3 weeks, with the most visible change at 2 to 3 months.
- Common temporary effects are still redness, swelling, numbness, tingling, and tenderness.
Read more about how the treatment works on our page for CoolSculpting ELITE in Alpharetta.
What Changed With CoolSculpting ELITE?
The changes are in the applicators and the system design.
| Feature | What changed with ELITE |
|---|---|
| Applicator shape | Wider, C-shaped cups replaced the earlier U-shaped cups and sit less tightly on the tissue |
| Area per placement | About 18 percent more area with each applicator placement |
| Two areas at once | Two applicators run on one system, so two areas can be treated in the same session |
| Cycle time | 35 to 75 minutes per cycle, depending on the applicator and area |
ELITE changes how much each placement covers and how efficiently a visit runs. It does not change how your body clears treated fat.
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How Have CoolSculpting Applicators Changed Over Time?
CoolSculpting has gone through three main stages:
- 2010. CoolSculpting was introduced after FDA clearance, with applicators built mainly for the abdomen and love handles.
- 2016. CoolAdvantage applicators arrived with a cup design that surrounds the fat on all sides, and they cut a cycle from about 60 minutes to about 35 minutes.
- Late 2020. CoolSculpting ELITE kept the cup design and shorter cycles but widened the cups into a C-shape and put two applicators on one system.
Over time, more applicator sizes and shapes also let providers treat more areas of the body, from the arms to under the chin.
Do Results Differ With CoolSculpting ELITE?
ELITE uses the same mechanism as the original system, so the bigger differences are coverage and efficiency rather than a different kind of result. The practice describes the wider cups as treating more tissue with each placement.
Your results still depend on your starting fat thickness, your applicator plan, the number of sessions, and keeping a steady weight. Results vary from person to person, and you can browse CoolSculpting before and after photos from the practice.
What Does an ELITE Treatment Day Look Like?
At Sculpted Contours, each of the two private treatment suites has a dual CoolSculpting ELITE system, so two areas can be treated at the same time. Here is how a visit usually goes:
- Your provider marks each area and chooses the applicator that fits it.
- You feel intense cold and mild pressure at first, and then the area goes numb.
- You relax in a private suite while the cycle runs.
- Most people return to their usual routine right after, and the area may stay tender for up to two weeks.
Is CoolSculpting ELITE Right for You?
You may be a good fit if you:
- Have a pinchable pocket of fat that has not changed much with diet and exercise
- Are close to a stable weight
- Can wait a few months for gradual change
It may not be the right choice if you:
- Mainly want to lose weight or tighten loose skin
- Are pregnant or breastfeeding
- Have a cold-related medical condition (see the FAQ below)
The consultation confirms whether ELITE suits you and which areas to treat first.
Why the Provider Matters as Much as the Device
Every ELITE system uses the same technology. What differs is how the team plans your applicators, places them, and builds your sessions. A few fair questions to ask any provider:
- Who will plan and place my applicators, and how were they trained?
- How many CoolSculpting treatments has the practice performed?
- Will you tell me if an area is not a good fit?
At Sculpted Contours, the answers look like this:
- A former CoolSculpting trainer leads the team. Kathy King, Owner and Managing Director, trained Georgia physicians and their staff on CoolSculpting and personally trains our clinical team. The treating team is trained through CoolSculpting University.
- Medical Director oversight. Dr. Pradeep Sinha, Medical Director, oversees treatments and protocols.
- Experience. The practice reports more than 15,000 CoolSculpting procedures since 2014 and holds the Diamond Crystal Award for CoolSculpting volume.
- An honest consultation. Your consultation is complimentary, with no pressure to book, at our body contouring med spa in Alpharetta.
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Frequently Asked Questions About CoolSculpting ELITE
Is CoolSculpting ELITE FDA-cleared?
Yes. CoolSculpting ELITE is an FDA-cleared system, and you can view an FDA 510(k) record for the CoolSculpting Elite System.
How long does a CoolSculpting ELITE session take?
Each cycle takes 35 to 75 minutes, depending on the applicator and area. Because the system can treat two areas at once, a visit for two areas can often run in about the time of one.
How many CoolSculpting ELITE sessions will I need?
Many plans include one to three sessions per area, depending on how thick the fat is and how much change you want. Our article on how many CoolSculpting sessions each area may need explains how plans are built.
How much does CoolSculpting ELITE cost?
Your cost depends on how many areas you treat, which applicators they need, and how many sessions your plan includes. Our CoolSculpting cost guide explains pricing, and you get a personalized quote at your consultation.
Is CoolSculpting ELITE a weight loss treatment?
No. Like the original system, it aims to reduce the volume of a specific pocket of fat, as the American Society of Plastic Surgeons overview of cryolipolysis explains. That overview also notes that people with certain cold-related conditions should not have the treatment.
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