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Newest Cellulite Treatment Suggestions?
asked 10 months ago by PRS in FL
Latest answer by C. Bob Basu, MD
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I've read a number of posting here but majority of them are 10mths or more old. Technology changes fast & some are proven or disproven over time. I have "a lot" of cellulite on my buttocks & upper/outer thighs & now on the front of my thighs down to my knees. This is due in part to post-partum & weight gain associated with IBS. Between the non-invasive treatments (LipoEx, Velashape) & the more invasive types (Smart-Lipo), what is deemed the best & which non-invasive would most Dr.'s recommend?
7 answers to Newest Cellulite Treatment Suggestions?
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Newest Cellulite Treatment?
The newest procedure for treatment of cellulite is the Cellulaze. It was just approved this week (1/30/12). It is a laser treatment that divides the fiber that cause the puckering of the skin, it also stimulates collagen production to increase the thickness of the skin, and it destroys protruding fat cells in the thinned skin of cellulite depressions.
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Cellulaze Treatment
I would suggest you consider Cellulaze - a new FDA approved one-time definitive treatment for most types of cellulite. Cellulaze utilizes a 1440 nm wavelength Nd:YAG laser to accomplish 3 things: 1) melt away fat bulging out 2) break up fibrous septae (attachments) that create the indentations and 3) help thicken the dermis (skin) to prevent future recurrence. The office-based procedure can take between 60-90 minutes and can be completed under local or just IV...
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Cellulaze is the newest and most effective treatment of cellulite
Without question, Cellulaze is the gold standard for long term treatment of cellulite at this time (2/2012). It was recently FDA approved. Results have shown results lasting at least 1-2 years with a single treatment. I uses a laser similar to Smartlipo which is modified. It is done under local anesthesia, takes approximately one hour to perform, and days off work are about 2. You wear compression stockings afterwards and have some bruising....
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New Cellulite treatment
I prefer a radiofrequency system call Reaction from Viora. It has been shown in studies to reduce the appearance of cellulite by 55%. I have used several of the other systems that were mentioned and I have been most happy with Reaction.
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Acoustic wave therapy for cellulite
Many treatments are advertised for cellulite. Most don't work or are temporary at best. I like acoustic wave therapy. It is non-invasive and usually gives long lasting improvements. I have extensive experience with Smartlipo. It doesn't reliably improve cellulite.
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The new Zimmer Z-Wave and the VellaShape II is a good combo treatment for cellulite.
The new Zimmer Z-Wave and the VellaShape II is a good combo treatment for cellulite. The Z-Wave is a shockwave device out of Germany that is just barely FDA approved in the US. We have been using it for a couple of months now and our patients a very happy with the results.
Mark Taylor, MD
Salt Lake City Dermatologic Surgeon
Salt Lake City Dermatologic Surgeon
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No cellulite treatments are worth it
There has not been a treatment for cellulite that is substantially beneficial. I'd advise you save your money and avoid the disappointment that comes from failed therapy.
