Marin Cellulite Treatment doctors

Steven H. Williams, MD Steven H. Williams, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
4000 Dublin Blvd Suite 300, Dublin
3 answers
Karen M. Horton, MD Karen M. Horton, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
2100 Webster Street Suite 506, San Francisco
Diana Parnell, MD Diana Parnell, MD
Marin Dermatologist
1100 S Eliseo Dr Ste 2, Greenbrae

Recent Answers

Is There a Way to Prevent Cellulite?

Would I need to exercise more, eat differently, get more massages to get less cellulite? I am just seeing the first signs of thigh cellulite. NOT good!

A: There are things to help with cellulite

Cellulite is a common term referring to skin surface irregularities and dimpling of skin, predominantly in the thighs and buttocks (think cottage cheese thighs). Causes for the appearance have been blamed on differences in connective tissue structure and on adipose tissue biochemistry. Research has confirmed that women get cellulite more often than men. Some physicians have attributed the defect as secondary to enlargement in fat cells in the superficial tissue below the skin, resulting in compartmental bulging between the connective tissue. Since the well-developed and organized septa that make up the connective tissue do not give way to the increased volume in a limited space, this becomes transmitted as surface irregularity between the deeper pockets of fat.

To date, no significant differences in biochemistry, physiology, or blood and/or lymph flow of the tissue and structure organization in cellulite tissue have been demonstrated scientifically.

However heredity can be a factor.

Here are things you can do to help:

  1. Avoid things that will damage your skin (sun, tobacco products).
  2. Avoid weight loss and weight gain.

Be aware that 80% of women can get significant cellulite as they age and it can become a problem as young as 18.

Chasing creams, laser, mesotherapy, massage, etc. tend to leave patients unsatisfied and significantly poorer. There's no great answer for fixing it once it occurs.

I hope this helps.

Steven H. Williams, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
How Can I Get Rid of Cellulite?

What are my options for permanently getting rid of cellulite on my arms and thighs?  Already tried cellulite creams and massage...none of which worked. I am willing to do an anti-cellulite medical treatment if its safe and works.

A: No great answer for cellulite

There are a lot of expensive treatments for cellulite - none with lasting results and most that are a complete waste of money. Beware of the marketing.

Cellulite is a common term referring to skin surface irregularities and dimpling of skin, predominantly in the thighs and buttocks (think cottage cheese thighs). Causes for the appearance have been blamed on differences in connective tissue structure and on adipose tissue biochemistry. Research has confirmed that women get cellulite more often than men. Some physicians have attributed the defect as secondary to enlargement in fat cells in the superficial tissue below the skin, resulting in compartmental bulging between the connective tissue. Since the well-developed and organized septa that make up the connective tissue do not give way to the increased volume in a limited space, this becomes transmitted as surface irregularity between the deeper pockets of fat.

To date, no significant differences in biochemistry, physiology, or blood and/or lymph flow of the tissue and structure organization in cellulite tissue have been demonstrated scientifically.

However heredity can be a factor.

Here are things you can do to help:

  1. Avoid things that will damage your skin (sun, tobacco products).
  2. Avoid weight loss and weight gain.

I hope this helps.

Steven H. Williams, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
Exercise to Get Rid of Cellulite - What Works Best?

Exercise to reduce or eliminate cellulite? Can I "work off" cellulite with exercise?

A: No great answer

I gave Dr. Moelleken an "I found this helpful" vote for his excellent summary.

Cellulite is a common term referring to skin surface irregularities and dimpling of skin, predominantly in the thighs and buttocks (think cottage cheese thighs). Causes for the appearance have been blamed on differences in connective tissue structure and on adipose tissue biochemistry. Research has confirmed that women get cellulite more often than men. Some physicians have attributed the defect as secondary to enlargement in fat cells in the superficial tissue below the skin, resulting in compartmental bulging between the connective tissue. Since the well-developed and organized septa that make up the connective tissue do not give way to the increased volume in a limited space, this becomes transmitted as surface irregularity between the deeper pockets of fat.

To date, no significant differences in biochemistry, physiology, or blood and/or lymph flow of the tissue and structure organization in cellulite tissue have been demonstrated scientifically.

However heredity can be a factor.

Here are things you can do to help:

  1. Avoid things that will damage your skin (sun, tobacco products).
  2. Avoid weight loss and weight gain.

I hope this helps.

Steven H. Williams, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
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