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Any Comments or Advice Regarding Mesotherapy for Cellulite?

I am getting ready to go in for mesotherapy for cellulite treatment. I've read good reviews on the process although it is not approved by the FDA. I would be interested if anyone has any advice or comments.

Asked 34 months ago by 36tinab in gettysburg
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Mesotherapy disappointing for cellulite and fat reduction.

Mesotherapy (Lipodissolve) has been disappointing in fat reduction because of inconsistent results and harsh side effects (pain, swelling, hardness of the area for weeks).  The injections are painful and have to be done multiple times.  The treatment itself has not gained FDA approval.  For all of these reasons it is not an ideal treatment although more research and development may change that. It has been marketed more for reduction of fat in general rather than... more
Susan Van Dyke, MD
Paradise Valley Dermatologist
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Mesotherapy and Cellulite

Much as my colleagues and I would LOVE to have a way to banish cellulite - that method or cure does NOT yet exist. Not only does mesotherapy not work consistently on cellulite, you may be left with results which may be hard to correct later on. Personally, I would advise you to save your money for something which is safer and more predictable in its efficacy or give it to your favorite charity.
Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon
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Consistent benefit doubtful for mesotherapy for cellulite treatment

You should lower your expectation as mesotherapy or Lipodissolve has not shown to provide a "consistent" benefit to cellulite. Despite the claims of some medical device manufacturers, to date, no other modality has provided a clear-cut clinical benefit for cellulite treatment.
William Ting, MD
Bay Area Dermatologic Surgeon
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