Why are there some people that get bad results after Cellfina?

Patient selection is critical with Cellfina.  A patient must have discrete dimples that can be targeted with the Cellfina device.  Cellfina uses a very small blade to sever the fibrous bands that result in the puckered appearance of cellulite.  If a patient has loose skin or is more concerned with a general "waviness" of skin from laxity, the Cellfina will not be effective.  Also, Cellfina is most effective when used on the FDA-cleared areas of the buttock and posterior thigh.  Our office has seen extremely impressive results with the procedure, but we perform a thorough examination of the area under different types of lighting to ensure for proper patient selection.  

The areas we have had trouble with are those where the skin is becoming to loose.  When the skin has to much laxity even if you reduce the Cellulite in the area you don't improve the skin in that area which frustrates patients and may make the skin seem more loose.