Can Laser Lipo Reduce Cellulite?

Question

If not, which procedure is most beneficial to a healthy female, average weight with some cellulite on back of thighs?

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi! For your guidance, cellulite, stretch marks, a history of “yo-yo” weight gain/loss, or loose, sagging, inelastic skin, are problems which would tend toward poor results in liposuction. In fact, these problems may be worsened by liposuction and may be best addressed by other procedures in conjunction with liposuction such as Cellfina. 
Also, patients should be aware that liposuction is NOT a method of weight loss and muscle toning, or an alternative to diet and exercise. It does not affect one's metabolism. Regular exercise and diet is still recommended in maintaining good and lasting liposuction results. When a patient gain massive weight after liposuction, rippling may occur. Find a board-certified plastic surgeon and discuss realistic goals and expectations. Best of luck! #RealSelf100

Vivek Bansal, MD · Answer

Laser liposuction does not  typically reduce cellulite, and can make it worse.  Cellulite is a genetic, hormonal, lifestyle related problem and there are no quick easy fixes.  The best treatment is still a slow treatment.  Velashape, smoothshape, Endymed, and others out there can make small subtle improvements.  We are still searching for the BIG Gun for cellulite.

David Hansen, MD · Answer

Some areas of cellulite have improved with laser liposuctions but it is not the rule.  Laser liposuctions can tend to try to go too close to the skin to cause skin tightening but actually can cause skin dimpling, irregularities and even skin burns.  It is not worth the risk of problems if cellulite is your main concern but it is much cheaper than most tumescent liposuctions and for obvious reasons.  Sincerely,

	David Hansen,MD

Otto Joseph Placik, MD · Answer

Cellulite is a vexxing problem for which there is no definitive solution.
Endermologie has been considered on of the most succesful strategies but it is temporary lasting several months and needs to be repeated.
Several other modalities using radiofrequency energy such as Thermage, Velasmooth, and the Alma Accent also claim to provide benefits for Endermologie.

Mitchell Chasin, MD · Answer

Laser liposuction does have skin tightening effects, although it is not usually the recommended treatment for cellulite. There is other technology that can address cellulite like Exilis and Cellulaze. Exilis uses radiofrequency and ultrasound to stimulate collagen growth and skin tightening. Cellulaze offers the most dramatic results by thickening and tightening the skin, melting fat bulges, and cutting the fibers that pull down and create dimples through the use of radiofrequency.

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