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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.
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anon
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These are nutrients that may be obtained from food or...
These are nutrients that may be obtained from food or from intake of dietary supplements. Each one contributes to healthy cells and healthy connective tissue (collagen & elastin) which when they are strong and healthy, the skin is firmer and more hydrated.
Glucosamine is an amino acid that is the building block for collagen and elastin.
Take 1200mg of either Glucosamine Sulfate or Glucosamine Hydrochloride every day.
Lecithin is a vital component to repairing cell...
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El Segundo Dermatologist
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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...
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There is no way to actually get rid of cellulite...
There is no way to actually get rid of cellulite although there are treatments to reduce its appearance. All of the following treatments have been touted for their effectiveness in either decreasing or eliminating cellulite:
Thermage
Liposuction
Endermology
Topical creams
Unfortunately, as you may have found, reports tend to be anecdotal and without any hard scientific basis.
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New option to get rid of cellulite
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Cellulite treatments, but no cure
Unfortunately, a treatment for cellulite remains problematic and there is just no known way to fully eliminate it currently. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and avoiding weight fluctuations can help some people improve the appearance of cellulite.
In my experience, some things like Slim Lipo may offer a slight improvement, as well.
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Improving Cellulite
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I have both the VelaSmooth device and the newer SmoothShapes device. Both can improve cellulite. My nurses and I have had better results with the later device. I have two prospective clinical studies which will be published in peer review journals that show good improvement with both devices. The SmoothShapoes device is safer so you have some options.
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You can't get rid of cellulite
There are some procedures such as Endodermologie that provide temporary improvement but once they are discontinued the problem usually recovers. Removing the loose skin will flatten areas out.
Radio frequency devices will also temporarily help the problem but not completely. Fat re-injections are often inconsistent, and in most cases liposuction may make cellulite worse. Consult with your physician about the pros and cons of any treatment
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Nothing great for cellulite
Unfortunately, there is nothing great out there to treat cellulite. All the lasers that purport efficacy are not impressive to me and do not warrant the cost.
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Every woman knows what cellulite is and they hate it....
Every woman knows what cellulite is and they hate it. You see it in the thighs and buttocks and it is very difficult to treat. Ninety-five percent of what you have heard about cellulite treatment is hype and not science.
In my opinion, creams, massages and ultrasound don't help. Also, in my opinion, treatments such as lipolysis, mesotherapy, and endermologie don't help.
There are two procedures that do help: One is non-invasive, and the other is done together with liposuction...
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Right now, the best procedure for cellulite treatment is...
Right now, the best procedure for cellulite treatment is a just-FDA approved laser called the Alma Accent. The FDA study I was involved in, that was published in the Journal of Dermatologic Surgery, found that upper thigh skin cellulite can be improved with this new unipolar radiofrequency device, with fewer treatments and longer lasting results as compared to older options.
The older options have typically been bipolar radio frequency and low-level laser devices which have been proven to...
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