CoolSculpting® Treatments for Love Handles Near Chicago

Even if you exercise regularly and diet, flanks (or love handles) can be stubborn to respond to efforts to slim them down. At Advanced Dermatology, we frequently receive questions around improving this area from both men and women. We offer CoolSculpting® for flanks and love handles as a treatment option, which is a noninvasive technique that can substantially reduce local fat deposits.

Benefits of CoolSculpting® for Flanks (Love Handles)

While diet and exercise can only reduce an all-over fat layer, CoolSculpting® is a treatment that allows you to reduce specific areas.

CoolSculpting® is a safe and effective option for reducing love handles without surgery or downtime. You can see a noticeable reduction in these bulges within 2-3 months of a treatment session. If needed, you can achieve further results with subsequent treatment sessions.

How CoolSculpting® Works for Flanks (Love Handles)

CoolSculpting® is based on a discovery by Harvard scientists who found that fat cells are more sensitive to cold than surrounding skin. This FDA-cleared treatment uses controlled cooling—known as cryolipolysis—to target and freeze fat cells while a vacuum applicator gently holds the area. During each session, roughly 20% of the treated fat cells are crystallized and naturally eliminated by the body over time, without harming the skin or surrounding area.

Why Choose Advanced Dermatology for CoolSculpting®

Advanced Dermatology has been at the forefront of CoolSculpting® treatments since its U.S. debut in 2010. As one of the first practices nationwide to adopt the latest CoolSculpting Elite® technology, we offer a more efficient and customized body contouring experience. With two CoolSculpting® Elite systems, a CoolSculpting® Legacy device, and a Cooltone™ muscle stimulation unit, our clinic can deliver faster, more precise treatments than many other med spas and dermatology practices in the region.

Advanced Dermatology has offices in Lincolnshire and Glencoe and can assist you with concerns surrounding excess fat, tightening and smoothing the skin, medical dermatology, and much more. If you live in Chicago or the greater Chicagoland area contact Advanced Dermatology today to set up your consultation.

FAQs About CoolSculpting for Love Handles

Where can you use CoolSculpting®?

CoolSculpting® is an FDA-approved, non-invasive treatment designed to safely reduce stubborn fat in nine key areas, including the chin, jawline (using the CoolMini®), thighs, abdomen, flanks, bra area, back, beneath the buttocks, and upper arms.

What are the side effects?

Common side effects may include temporary numbness, mild discomfort, and swelling. While rare side effects are possible, you can find more details in the FAQ section, including important safety information.

How many CoolSculpting® sessions will it take to get results?

When treating the flanks, you may see noticeable results in a single session. However, you can return for additional sessions if you haven’t achieved your desired look.

Does CoolSculpting® work?

CoolSculpting® is FDA-cleared for fat reduction in 9 areas. It is clinically proven to reduce up to 20–25% of fat in a treated area per session

Is CoolSculpting® for flanks painful?

You may feel a cold sensation and some suction when the applicator is first applied. After a few minutes, the area becomes numb. Most patients report minimal discomfort.

How long does a CoolSculpting® session for love handles take?

Each flank usually takes 35–45 minutes, depending on the applicator used. With dual applicators (like CoolSculpting Elite), both sides can be treated simultaneously to save time.

Will CoolSculpting tighten the skin?

CoolSculpting targets fat, not skin. While some patients report a slight firming effect, it is not a skin-tightening treatment. If loose skin is a concern, our professionals can recommend different or additional treatments.

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By simply (and with minimal discomfort) cooling fatty tissue under the skin, Coolsculpting can help you see and achieve a noticeable reduction in these bulges within 2-3 months after a treatment session. There is no downtime and no restrictions on exercise or activity after treatment. Further improvements can be achieved with subsequent treatment sessions if needed.

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