CoolSculpting® Elite Richmond, BC
Non-Invasive Fat Freezing in Richmond, BC
Reduce stubborn fat pockets at our Richmond clinic. RAAC pairs a physician assessment by Dr. Jiang's team with CoolSculpting Elite for non-surgical body contouring. Results vary.
- 35–60 min
- Typical cooling cycle per area
- Same day
- Most people return to daily activities
- 3–4 wks+
- First changes may show; fuller result around 2–3 months
- 35–60 min
- Typical cooling cycle per area
- Same day
- Most people return to daily activities
- 3–4 wks+
- First changes may show; fuller result around 2–3 months
Reshape Your Body Without Surgery
CoolSculpting is not a weight-loss treatment, but a body contouring procedure that freezes and destroys targeted fat cells that resist diet and exercise.
CoolSculpting is not a weight-loss treatment, but a body contouring procedure that freezes and destroys targeted fat cells that resist diet and exercise. The process uses controlled cooling to target fat cells underneath the skin, causing them to crystallize and die. Your body then naturally processes these dead cells over time, resulting in a more sculpted appearance.
Long-Term Reduction
Treated fat cells are crystallized and gradually cleared by your body. They are not expected to return, though untreated fat cells can still change with weight.
Targeted Planning
Applicators are placed on specific areas such as love handles, the chin or upper arms, based on a physician assessment of your fat distribution.
Back to Your Day
Most people return to daily activities right after a session; temporary redness, numbness or tenderness can occur. No needles and no general anesthesia.
How Cryolipolysis Works
CoolSculpting uses Cryolipolysis®, a controlled cooling process that relies on fat cells being more sensitive to cold than the surrounding tissue.
Cooling
The applicator cools the fat layer in a controlled way. Fat cells are more sensitive to cold than the skin and other surrounding tissue.
Crystallization
Cooled fat cells crystallize and undergo apoptosis (programmed cell death). The cooling is set to limit the effect on the skin and other tissue.
Elimination
Over the following weeks, the body gradually clears these cells.
Transformation
As the treated cells are cleared, the area may look more contoured. Changes typically build over about 2–3 months, and results vary by person.
Who Is CoolSculpting Right For?
CoolSculpting Elite is a precision body-sculpting tool, not a weight-loss solution. The ideal candidate is near their goal weight and has stubborn, localized fat that resists diet and exercise.
Great Fit If You
- +Are at or near your goal weight (BMI typically under 30)
- +Have pinchable, localized pockets of stubborn fat
- +Have good overall skin elasticity in the target area
- +Want to contour specific areas without surgery and with little downtime
- +Prefer a medically supervised, non-invasive approach
Consider Alternatives If You
- –Are pregnant or breastfeeding
- –Have cryoglobulinemia, cold agglutinin disease, or paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria
- –Have significant skin laxity or loose, sagging skin in the target area
- –Are seeking overall weight reduction rather than targeted sculpting
- –Have open wounds, active infection, or a hernia in the treatment zone
- –Have another medical condition, or take a medication, that your physician judges makes treatment unsuitable
The RAAC Difference
Body contouring is guided by medical assessment. Dr. Jiang's team focuses on safety, symmetry and a plan fitted to your body type.
Medical Oversight
Led by Dr. Jiang, our team carries out a careful assessment to screen for contraindications and plan applicator placement.
Anatomy-Guided Sculpting
We tailor applicator placement and treatment planning to your fat distribution and proportions.
Holistic Approach
RAAC offers complementary services like medical weight loss and hormonal balance to support your body transformation.
Genuine CoolSculpting System
We use genuine CoolSculpting® technology and applicators, operated by technicians trained on the system.
Target Your Trouble Spots
CoolSculpting can be used on several areas of the body. Your physician advises which are suitable for you.
Double Chin / Under the Chin
Targets fat under the chin and along the jawline. Suitability depends on how much pinchable fat is there and whether the applicator fits the area.
Abdomen
For a soft belly pocket that has not responded to diet and exercise. Your physician checks that the fat is pinchable before planning.
Flanks (Love Handles)
For fat at the sides of the waist. Placement is planned around your proportions and how the applicator sits.
Upper Arms
For localized fat on the back of the upper arm. Skin laxity in the area is assessed first.
Thighs
For inner and outer thigh fat, including 'saddlebags'. Suitability depends on pinchable fat and applicator fit.
Bra & Back Fat
For fat along the bra line and upper back. A physician confirms whether the area is suitable.
Under the Buttocks
For the fold of fat below the buttocks (sometimes called the banana roll). Assessed individually.
Your CoolSculpting Experience
From consultation to final sculpted results, Dr. Jiang's team guides every step with medical precision and personalized care.
Pre-Care
Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows easy access to the treatment area
Stay well-hydrated in the days leading up to your appointment
Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, or blood thinners for 3–5 days to reduce bruising
Take 'before' photos of the treatment area for your personal progress comparison
Schedule around events — expect mild swelling and bruising for up to 2 weeks
During Treatment
Medical Assessment
Dr. Jiang's team evaluates your fat distribution, skin elasticity and goals to plan applicator placement.
Marking & Gel Pad
Treatment zones are precisely marked and a protective gel pad is placed to shield the skin during cooling.
Applicator Placement
The CoolSculpting Elite applicator is secured to the target area and the cooling cycle begins. Expect pulling and intense cold at first.
Relax & Cool
Each cycle lasts about 35–60 minutes, and the area usually feels numb within 5–10 minutes. Read, watch a video or rest. The total visit depends on how many areas are planned.
Post-Care
Redness, swelling, bruising, tenderness or numbness in the treated area are common and usually settle on their own
Resume most normal activities right away; avoid intense exercise for 24 hours
Avoid saunas, hot tubs and heat treatments for 24 hours after treatment
Stay hydrated and keep up healthy habits while your body gradually clears the treated cells
First changes may show from about 3–4 weeks and the fuller result usually around 2–3 months; clearing can continue up to 4–6 months. Many people plan 1–2 sessions per area
**Individual results may vary. Photos are unretouched.
Common Questions
Is CoolSculpting painful?+
Most people feel pulling and intense cold for the first few minutes, and the area usually becomes numb within about 5–10 minutes. When the applicator is removed the area is massaged, which can feel uncomfortable, often described as tingling or stinging, but it is brief. Sensation varies by area and person, so tell your team if anything feels too strong.
How soon will I see results?+
Some people notice early changes from about 3–4 weeks. The fuller change is usually visible at around 2–3 months, and the body can keep clearing treated fat cells for up to 4–6 months. Timing and the amount of reduction vary from person to person, and a physician can review your progress with you before any further session is discussed.
Where does the fat go, and does it come back?+
After cooling, the treated fat cells break down and the body clears them gradually over the following weeks. Treated cells are not expected to return. Fat cells that were not treated can still enlarge with weight gain, so keeping a stable weight and healthy lifestyle matters for maintaining the contour.
Can CoolSculpting help me lose weight?+
No. CoolSculpting is a body contouring treatment, not a weight-loss treatment. It is designed for localized pockets of fat that have not responded to diet and exercise, and it is usually discussed with people close to their usual weight. If weight management is your main goal, a physician can talk through medical weight loss options with you.
How many sessions do I need?+
It depends on the area and your goals. Many people plan one or two sessions per area, and larger areas may need more cooling cycles. Your physician estimates this at the assessment. If a repeat session is advised, it is usually booked after the first round of results has had time to settle. Results vary.
How much does CoolSculpting cost in Richmond, BC?+
The fee depends on how many areas are treated and how many applicator cycles each area needs. We do not publish prices online. After a physician assessment, Dr. Jiang's team gives you a treatment plan with the cost explained for your specific plan, so you can decide with the full picture.
How does CoolSculpting differ from liposuction, and can it be combined with other treatments?+
Liposuction is surgery that removes fat through small incisions, usually with anesthesia and a recovery period. CoolSculpting is non-surgical and works by cooling fat cells, with no incisions. They suit different goals. When clinically appropriate, Dr. Jiang may plan it alongside muscle-toning treatments such as EMSculpt or a physician-supervised weight program. Individual results vary.
Is RAAC easily accessible from Vancouver and the Lower Mainland for CoolSculpting?+
Yes. RAAC's Richmond clinic is about a 3-minute walk from Lansdowne Station on the Canada Line (building parking is via Ackroyd Road), which suits patients from Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey and across Metro Vancouver. Our bilingual team (Mandarin and Cantonese) serves Richmond's Chinese Canadian community, so you can discuss your body contouring goals in your preferred language.
Is CoolSculpting safe, and what side effects can happen?+
CoolSculpting is non-surgical, but it carries risks, and a physician assessment screens for them first. Common, temporary effects include redness, swelling, bruising, tenderness, tingling and numbness in the treated area. A rare effect called paradoxical adipose hyperplasia, where treated fat tissue grows larger instead of smaller, has been reported. Your physician will go over the risks with you before treatment.
Who should not have CoolSculpting?+
CoolSculpting is not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or for people with cold-related conditions such as cryoglobulinemia, cold agglutinin disease or paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria. It is also not advised over open wounds, active infection or a hernia in the treatment area, and it may not suit significant skin laxity. A physician assessment, based on your health history, decides.
How long does a CoolSculpting appointment take?+
Each cooling cycle lasts about 35–60 minutes, plus time for marking, positioning the applicator and the massage afterward. The total visit depends on how many areas are planned. Whether more than one area can be treated in the same visit is decided at your assessment. Many people read, watch a video or rest during the cycle.
Can I go back to work after CoolSculpting?+
Most people return to work and daily activities right after a session, because there are no incisions and no general anesthesia. Redness, swelling, bruising, tenderness or numbness can occur and usually settle on their own; mild swelling or bruising may last up to about 2 weeks. It is sensible to avoid intense exercise, saunas and hot tubs for the first 24 hours.
Is CoolSculpting right for you?
Book an assessment with Dr. Charles Jiang's team to see if CoolSculpting is right for you, with licensed physician oversight.
