Cellfina vs cellulaze: Which is better to treat front/back of thighs and buttocks? Do either come with guaranteed results?

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Stanley Castor, MD · Answer

The Cellfina uses a microneedle to cut through the fibrous bands under the skin causing cellulite. The Cellulaze is a laser that fires laser light at the fibrous bands under the skin. The Cellfina is a more effective procedure with less downtime. The Cellulaze laser burns the surrounding tissue resulting in a lot more swelling, bruising and trauma to surrounding tissue. Many patients report 6 months of prolonged swelling and tissue trauma with palpable lumps. The Cellfina treatment does not use a laser or heat. It is simply a microneedle that cuts the bands resulting in less trauma to surrounding tissue. There is bruising and swelling, however, since the treatment does not use a laser, none of the surrounding tissue is burned.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

My suggestion is begin by consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon in-person to be examined. Such will provide you with the available options best suitable to you. If you are deemed a candidate, you may benefit from #Cellfina. It 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 buttocks 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. Your #cellulite reducing procedures should always be performed by a plastic surgeon who is board-certified who has a great deal of experience in such #treatment. You will then greatly improve your chances of getting the result you desire, and, without the need for a revision surgery. It is also suggested that you look at before and after photos of the surgeons actual patients, and read patient reviews

Andrew T. Lyos, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank-you for your question!Cellulaze has a Realself  worth it rating of 66%. Cellfina has a Realself rating of over 90%!  Cellfina is the latest break through for the treatment of cellulite. 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 2 years. Cellfina targets the fibrous bands which are the source of the dimpling in cellulite. It is most effective for the treatment of dimples and depressions of the buttocks and outer thighs. Our patients have seen exceptional results! Cellfina is a minimally invasive treatment performed in the office. No sedation or general anesthesia is required.The procedure is  a minimally invasive with essentially no or very little downtime. Our patients note some soreness for a couple of days but are able to returned to work the next day after the procedure. There is generally some swelling and bruising. The bruising may take up to 3 weeks to resolve if there are a large number of dimples released.  This is a very exciting solution for the many women who suffer from the embarrassment of cellulite.Best Regards, Andrew Lyos, MD, FACS

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

The best treatment for cellulite is Cellfina. I recommend Cellfina in combination with Sculptra or renuva, and body treatments like Exilis Ultra/Venus Legacy, Cellutone/z wave. A VASER HI DEF procedure can be done for more contouring. See an expert for a formal evaluation. There is no cure but you can get good improvement. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer.

Richard E. Moore, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Hands down Cellfina is the better choice for treating cellulite with dimples. RealSelf recently recognized Cellfina as the top treatment for cellulite based on patient and physician feedback. Often times patients confuse skin laxity with cellulite. I often combine BodyTite with Cellfina to tackle both issues and will use Sculptra in some areas where the cellulite is more severe to strengthen the collagen layer supporting the skin.
I hope this was helpful - Dr. Moore.

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