Can you have Cellfina performed on the WHOLE front of thighs and inner thighs?

Your cellulite problem is a common one. Fortunately, finally there are effective ways to minimize this problem. Perhaps the least invasive one is  Cellfina™. Cellfina is the only FDA-cleared minimally invasive, one-time procedure clinically proven to improve the appearance of cellulite for at least two years—the longest FDA-cleared duration for a cellulite treatment. A straightforward solution to cellulite, Cellfina™, combines a proven approach with innovative, proprietary technology, to produce precise, long-lasting results and has a high satisfaction rating on RealSelf. Together with Velashape 3, a non invasive procedure to help "shrink wrap the skin" and further minimize cellulite as a combination treatment is perhaps your best chance for taking care of this tough problem. Cellulaze is also a possible treatment but much more invasive

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Cellfina is indicated for treatment of specific fibrous bands causing the individual deep dimples of cellulite, most often on the buttocks and at the back and sides of the thighs. It is not meant for treatment of large, confluent areas of skin with superficial dimples or waviness. A few localized cellulite dimples may exist at the front of the thighs and may be safely included as part of a Cellfina procedure. Treatment of large areas at the front of the thighs for a generalized, wavy appearance would not be indicated however. This type of contour irregularity is more likely related to skin laxity and inelasticity and not to localized fibrous bands. Improper use of Cellfina in such a case could result in excessive bruising, hematoma formation and possibly worsening of skin sagging.Rather, one of the many nonsurgical skin tightening procedures available today may be a better option for improvement of your condition.I recommend that you have a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon who offers all of these procedures to determine which will be most appropriate for you.Best of luck!Dr. Polo

Cellfina can be performed on the entire thigh. However, Cellfina does not work as well in areas of loose skin. The inner thigh and front of the thighs generally have looser skin than the outer and posterior thighs. Cellfina can be done conservatively in areas of loose skin-such as the inner thighs, but cellulite reduction may drop to 75% improvement.

The possibilities to consider to explain your concern could be several:1.- Loose skin sometimes related to weight loss, previous liposuction, aging, sun damage etc. This could be ideally treated with a surgical thigh lift.2.- Diffuse "cellulite" with wavy skin that can improve significantly with superficial subcutaneous laser treatment Aka. Cellulaze 3.- Local dimpling of the skin on multiple areas that can be treated with undermining of the fibrous attachments to the skin. This is what Cellfina or other subcision modalities can accomplish. A careful exam by an experienced surgeon should provide you with the best option in your case. Good luck

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. 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. The cost of Cellfina depends upon the size and number of areas being treated. The average patient may pay around $4000 for this one time procedure at our practice. Seek more information to learn if you are candidate for #Cellfina by consulting with a board-certified Plastic Surgeon.  

Hi Lucy,Cellfina is the newest technology on the market that allows your dimples (cellulite) to be removed consistently by cutting the fibrous bands and releasing the dimpled skin. Yes, cellfina can be performed on the whole area, however I recommend consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon to make sure it is cellulite and not skin laxity. All the best,





Carlos Mata MD, MBA, FACS







Board-certified plastic surgeon

An initial consultation will determine whether or not you would be a candidate for Cellfina. Each dimple will be evaluated for treatment. Our experience has shown that the majority of dimples may be treated.

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 orUlthera 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 SurgeonDirector-Beverly Hills Breast and Body Institute

Cellfina treatments are performed under local anesthesia. The area to be treated is covered with a suction devisc which stabilizes the tissues. Once anesthetized, the area held by the suction device is effectively treated by lying the fibrous bands causing the cellulite. It has been approved by the FDA for treatment of the thighs and buttocks.

Cellfina is not a treatment that can be delivered to a broad area to treat the cellulite within it. It is specifically targeting the individual dimples, but this is not to say that we don't treat widespread areas which have many focally treated sites of cellulite within the areas. The applicator is moved to the next dimple once the prior dimple is treated and they are often near each other, and then there may be larger distance away from these sites before one reaches the next group of dimples or a solitary dimple. But the normal skin that is between these cellulite dimples is not treated.If one has a thigh that has so much cellulite that all the dimples are only separated by a half inch, or so, then all of them can be treated but it may mean a longer treatment session, or separating the treatment in different appointments. When treating larger numbers of dimples, the bruising and swelling may be greater.The information provided in Dr. Shelton's
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