There has been a lot of buzz surrounding the launch of the SculpSure system for non-invasive body contouring, and we couldn’t be more excited to be one of the first sites in the country to offer the latest advancement in non-invasive fat reduction/non-invasive body contouring [SculpSure]. Since the integration of the system to our practice, the most frequently asked questions regarding SculpSure largely stem from comparisons to CoolSculpting.
CoolSculpting was the first truly promising technology in non-invasive fat reduction/non-invasive body contouring to hit the market, and the subsequent response has been overwhelmingly positive. With much thanks to the phenomenal advertising support from Zeltiq, as well as the consistent delivery of excellent results, CoolSculpting has quickly become a household term to be used synonymously with non-invasive fat reduction. Why then is there the need for another technology? Why bother? Furthermore, why would a practice offer both modalities?
The answers are surprisingly simple.
While this post does not go into specifications of the technologies, as this information is readily available on our website (link to SculpSure page on body site), this entry does seek to provide an overview of the main similarities, differences and why our practice will continue to offer both SculpSure and CoolSculpting.
Similarities
CoolSculpting and SculpSure are intended for the treatment of unwanted, stubborn fat that is resistant to diet and exercise in individuals within 10-20 lbs. of their ideal weight and that have realistic expectations (as neither will produce as dramatic of a result as surgery). Both devices offer approximately 20-25% reduction in the layer of fat cells in the treated area, have limited risk, minimal downtime and similar timeframe to see results. Additionally, both generally require two treatments to an area to achieve optimal results.
Differences
Treatment Delivery
Time to treat is 25-minutes with SculpSure and, average, 60-minutes with CoolSculpting. CoolSculpting utilizes a suction-based applicator system to deliver controlled cooling, while SculpSure administers a targeted laser (heat-based) via flat applicator heads secured in an easy-to-use belt system.
FDA-Approved Treatment Areas
CoolSculpting has FDA-approval for treatment of the abdomen, flanks (love handles), inner and outer thighs, and sub mental fat. SculpSure is FDA-approved for treatment of the abdomen and flanks. Both can be used off-label, when clinically appropriate, for treatment of other areas.
