Is Profound RF (or Morpheus 8 and the Like) Effective to Minimize Appearance of Cellulite on Thighs?

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I have always struggled with SEVERE cellulite on the back and side of my thighs (even when I weighed 98 pounds and was a double 00 size jeans). I’m talking visible without squeeze, jiggly, ugly cottage cheese stuff. It’s awful. And nothing works. But I heard Pround RF and Morpheus 8 type technology could help because it lifts and tightens the skin, minizing the appearance of cellulite on people like me who, when I pull up my thigh skin, have no visible cellulite. Is that true? Hard to find tho

Jeff Rapaport, MD · Answer

Profound and Morpheus8 are minimally invasive procedures that can improve skin texture and firmness, but their effectiveness for severe cellulite combined with loose skin varies. Results depend upon the degree of laxity. The buttocks responds better than the thighs. Multiple sessions might be needed and Sculpra can be added for laxity. I find Profound to be more helpful as its 4 times more powerful. Consult with an Expert dermatologist or plastic surgeon to discuss your specific case and explore appropriate options for severe cellulite treatment. Good luck.
Jeff Rapaport MD FAAD 
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Michael A. Persky, MD · Answer

Hi N,
I would not count on either Morph8 or Profound RF to be the answer for severe cellulite.  You may benefit from some of the more aggressive invasive treatments, but unfortunately we do not have a good treatment for severe cellulite.
Good luck and be well.
Dr. P

Ramandeep Sidhu, MD · Answer

Profound RF is ecxellent for cellulite reduction. Again it will not completely eliminate but will definitely improve the appearance of the cellulite. We had great success at VIVAA. It works two folds by stimulating the collagen and also kiling the fat.

Is Profound RF (or Morpheus 8 and the Like) Effective to Minimize Appearance of Cellulite on Thighs?

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