I am willing to travel for Cellfina. Is it possible to travel within a couple of days of procedure ?
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maria4148
- Denver, CO
- 1 year ago
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Cellfina is the newest, most effective FDA approved technology available for treating cellulite. This one-time, minimally invasive procedure takes only 45 minutes to perform, but the results last for a minimum of two years. #Cellfina has the longest lasting results of any current #cellulite treatment. Its approval rate is over 93% here on RealSelf.
Used on #moderate to #severe cellulite of the buttock and thighs, Cellfina works by treating the rubber-band-like connective tissue that causes cellulite. When these “rubber bands” under the skin are cut, the fat trapped underneath in dimples “snaps” back into place, creating a full, smooth appearance.
There is no cutting and no incisions. To perform this controlled, precise, and safe procedure, a vacuum hand piece is placed over the dimpled tissue through which the surgeon will deliver a local anesthetic. Then a small, needle-like #microblade is inserted to release the fibrous bands, the cause of cellulite. Patients are able to resume their day after leaving our office, but we do recommend taking it easy for up to 24 hours. Results can be seen in as little as three days post-op. Most patients report some soreness, tenderness, and bruising, which should #resolve within a week. 90% of patients reported no bruising after one month. To ensure the best results, a compressive garment should be worn for 2 weeks post-treatment. Seek more information to learn if you are candidate for #Cellfina by consulting with a board-certified Plastic Surgeon.
Learn more: http://www.horowitzmd.com/medical-spa-treatments-newport-beach/cellfina/
Cellfina is a very well-tolerated procedure done with just local anesthesia in most cases. Most women actually return to work the very next day without significant discomfort. Depending on any concurrent medical conditions, it should be possible to travel the next day. However, this should be carefully discussed with your doctor with consideration of the rest of your medical history and the extent of the planned procedure.
Hello Maria4148!
It is always best to be properly evaluated by your treating physician as to how much treatment you'll be having done and how far you will be traveling after any given treatment. Most patients are driving themselves to and from the treatment since there is no sedation being used for the treatment. Though most patients are safe to travel longer distances as early as day or two after Cellfina treatment, I find it most comforting that I can be accessible to my patients if they need me, and I find that most imperative within the first 48 hours after most treatments. Though the emergent risks following Cellfina are slim to none, despite best efforts, sometimes unforeseen events can occur (though rare). Waiting a minimum of at least 2-3 days before traveling is what I would recommend.
Hope this helped! Good luck to you!
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Hello and thank-you for your question.
Cellfina is the latest break though for the treatment of cellulite. The treatment targets the fibrous bands which are the source of the dimpling in cellulite. Cellfina is a minimally invasive treatment performed in the office. Local anesthesia is used. You should be able to travel the following day, although you still may have some drainage from the incision sites.
We are seeing an extremely high level of satisfaction for our patients treated with Cellfina. The investigational studies for Cellfina have just been released and have shown an impressive patient satisfaction rate of 85% at 3 months, 94% at one year and 96% at 3 years. This is a very exciting solution for the many women who suffer from the embarrassment of cellulite.
Best regards, Andrew Lyos, MD, FACS
Learn more: http://www.lyosmd.com/before-after-gallery-houston/cellfina/
I respect that you are willing to travel for this great procedure, but I will caution you about a couple of things. Firstly, long car trips or flights (more than 90 minutes) should be avoided in the first 5 days or so due to increased risk of clot formation in the legs. Sitting still after any lower extremity procedure will significantly raise the risk of a serious clot. Secondly, it is a good idea to stay close to the surgeon performing your procedure for the first 5 days to rule out infection before you leave town. This is the advice I would give to my own family members, as well as my patients. Even minimally invasive procedures carry risk and should be given proper consideration. I hope that anyone with this same question will take pause with this advice and plan accordingly. Minimize risk so that you can have the optimal experience. All the best to you!
Learn more: http://www.kylesongmd.com/cellfina/
Best of luck to you!
#drainageaftercellfina #cellfina #dimples
Learn more: http://www.pacificcenterplasticsurgery.com/procedures/body/cellulite-reduction/
Cellfina is an FDA approved minimally invasive procedure that reduces the appearance of cellulite for at least two years on the buttocks and back of the thighs of women.
It works by releasing the internal bands that cause the cellulite dimpling and so we have not seen any fat atrophy. You should not see much of a difference with weight gain or loss but this also has not been studied.
Other areas of the body with dimpling, it is important to make sure it is truly cellulite before treatment.
It is common to have swelling bruising and firmness after the procedure. This can last for a few weeks.
It is different than Cellulaze which is a laser. If you have had previous poor results with cellulaze, you can still do Cellfina.
Cellfina has shown 100% noticeable improvement and 96% satisfaction in all patients at 2 years.
Cellfina is designed to be a one time procedure.
It can be used on women with all skin types but caution should be taken if theres a history of keloiding.
It can also be combined with other treatments such as Thermi or
Ulthera if skin tightening is needed.
We have done Sculpsure and Coolsculpting if fat reduction is wanted, but its best to wait 3 months to see the results before proceeding.
It can also be done at the same time as other procedures such as liposuction and BBL or as a stand alone procedure in the office.
Since Cellfina outcomes can be based on technique and experience, please see a board certified plastic surgeon that specializes body contouring to see if Cellfina or other treatments are available to meet your goals.
Take care,
Dr. Schwartz
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Director-Beverly Hills Breast and Body Institute
#RealSelf100Surgeon
Learn more: http://beverlyhillsbodyinstitute.com
But the good news is that you don't have to travel- looks like you are from Denver,Colorado. You have a
great provider in your back yard. Here is their contact information:
About skin Dermatology
Phone: 303.756.SKIN (7546)
These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.
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